A Delta Hotels and Resorts property is being built inPrince George, British Columbia, that showcases Delta's reinvigorated brand through modern design and innovation. Slated to open in 2015, the Delta Prince George Hotel will become the city's first four-star upscale, full-service hotel.
Taking on increased responsibility from his previous role as vice president, global sales for the company, Sergot will now focus on the management and administration of FRHI’s worldwide sales network, including both global and hotel sales teams. Specifically, he will concentrate on structure, strategy and standards to ensure all sales teams are fully aligned and integrated worldwide.
Passionate, loyal and committed to providing the finest guest experience a hotel can deliver, Stephanie has stepped into her first General Manager role at Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile. Her appointment is the crowning achievement of her decade-long career with Sofitel, which began as Director of Sales and Marketing at Sofitel London St James in 2003. Over eight years with the St James address, Segoura played key roles in many accomplishments, including leading the Sales Team to position the hotel as a leading 5-star in London and being part of the development team for the creation and launch of So SPA by Sofitel in 2009.
Courtyard by Marriott is rolling out its innovative lobby and room design in Montreal, Quebec. This is the newest Courtyard in the area featuring the Refreshing Business lobby environment, where guests can enjoy an open and flexible space. Along with media pods, Wi-Fi and a variety of seating zones, the redefined space is ideal for everything from pop-up meetings to social gatherings.
FRHI, the parent company of luxury and upper upscale hotel brands Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Raffles Hotels & Resorts and Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts announced several appointments to its senior leadership team. Kevin Frid has been promoted to president, Americas. In this newly created role, Frid will be based in Toronto and will oversee hotel operations for FRHI in the Americas, the company's single largest region with more than 45 hotels under management. Prior to his appointment, Frid served as the company's executive vice president, operations, Americas and Europe.
Michelle Crosby joined the company earlier this year and has been named executive vice president and chief human resources officer. In this role, Crosby directs and has full responsibility for FRHI's human resources function globally. This includes corporate staffing, compensation, benefits, internal communications, talent management and learning. Based in Toronto, Crosby brings over 25 years of experience in human resources consulting and corporate HR leadership to the position.
FRHI, the parent company of luxury and upper upscale hotel brands Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Raffles Hotels & Resorts and Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts, today announced several appointments to its senior leadership team. HSMAI Global Chair and Americas Executive Committee Member, Jeff Senior has been promoted to executive vice president and chief marketing officer. In this newly created role, Senior will be responsible for all FRHI sales and marketing activity including global sales, corporate branding, digital marketing, public relations, marketing partnerships, loyalty marketing, revenue management and analytics. Senior, along with his sales and marketing teams, will also provide guidance, support and direction to the company's regional marketing divisions. Most recently, Senior was FRHI's executive vice president, marketing & sales.
The Ramada Plaza has unveiled a collection of all new Niagara Falls hotel packages featuring the best in food and fashion the region has to offer, and in perfect time for back to school shopping. "The Niagara Region offers a bounty of options to shop, wine and dine. Our new packages combine exceptional value and convenient access to Canada One Outlet Mall.
The Canadian hotel industry reported positive results in the three key performance metrics during the week of 28 July-3 August 2013, according to data from STR. In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 2.0 percent to 73.9 percent, average daily rate was up 1.8 percent to CAD$136.44 and revenue per available room increased 3.8 percent to CAD$100.90.
U.S. News & World Report has released its inaugural ranking of the Best Hotels in Canada. Out of the 218 luxury hotels across Canada evaluated for the 2013 rankings, 22 properties scored high enough to earn a place on the list of the Best Hotels in Canada.
Omni Hotels & Resorts announced today that it will become the long term operator of The King Edward Hotel, the first and most famous luxury hotel in Toronto. Omni will begin management of the historic property on August 1, 2013, which will be flagged The Omni King Edward Hotel.
The Canadian hotel industry experienced positive results in the three key performance metrics during the week of 16-22 June 2013, according to data from STR. In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 0.3 percent to 72.5 percent, average daily rate was up 1.0 percent to CAD$136.19 and revenue per available room increased 1.3 percent to CAD$98.76.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced that its Four Points by Sheraton brand continues its rapid expansion across Canada with the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport. Owned by Argus Properties, Ltd. and managed by Pacrim Hospitality Services, Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport offers 120 rooms and 4,500 square feet of market-leading meeting facilities in a convenient location near both the airport and downtown Kelowna. It is the 24th Four Points hotel to open in Canada, where the brand is on track to reach 27 hotels by the end of 2013.
The Canadian hotel industry experienced positive results in the three key performance metrics during the week of 2-8 June 2013, according to data from STR. In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 2.8 percent to 72.1 percent, average daily rate was up 1.9 percent to CAD$142.69 and revenue per available room increased 4.7 percent to CAD$102.89.
Mr. McLaughlin was brought in to enhance the Company's growth and profitability for investments in hotel and resort acquisitions, mixed use developments. He will also guide the expansion of Sequel Hotels and Resorts. He will also guide the expansion of Sequel Hotels and Resorts. McLaughlin will play a key role in furthering Sequel Hospitality Investments' position as one Canada's leading hotel and resort investment, acquisitions and development groups. He will focus on a broad range of revenue growth, investment, positioning and marketing activities. Sequel Hospitality Investments Inc. unites highly complementary capabilities to invest, acquire, develop and reposition unparalleled assets with significant upside potential. SHI invests in the hospitality industry with its own funds and with accredited investors. "Given our pipeline of hotel, resort and real estate development properties which offer significant investment opportunities and operational synergies, we are primed for growth," said Robert McLaughlin, Sequel Hospitality Investments President & COO.
Ascend Hotel Collection® from Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest hotel companies, today announced the opening of its 100thhotel, a milestone for the portfolio of independent hotels launched in late 2008. The announcement was made at the company's annual convention in Los Angeleson the heels of a string of additions that marked the Collection's expansion into such top destinations as Las Vegas, Napa Valley, Sedona and Baltimore. Since the beginning of the year, Ascend Hotel Collection has opened 30 hotels, catapulting the portfolio to its landmark 100th hotel in less than five years.
The Fogo Island Inn, located on Fogo Island, off the remote northeast coast of Newfoundland, is perched on the very edge of the North Atlantic Ocean and surrounded by whales, seabirds and icebergs. The 29-room-and-suite property stands on crooked pilotis on the dramatic and rocky coastline, providing panoramic views through its wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows.
Polish director Tadeusz Bradecki helms the vivacious Guys and Dolls cast of Elodie Gillett as Sarah Brown, Kyle Blair as Sky Masterson, Jenny L. Wright as Miss. Adelaide, Shawn Wright as Nathan Detroit and Thom Allison as Nicely-Nicely Johnson — whose performances are consistently earning standing ovations during previews. Memorable performances from Aadin Church, Patty Jamieson, Billy Lake, Peter Millard and Kelly Wong round out this stellar production of the classic Guys and Dolls.
The Canadian hotel industry experienced positive results in the three key performance metrics during the week of 28 April-4 May 2013, according to data from STR. In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 0.9 percent to 64.5 percent, average daily rate was up 1.5 percent to CAD$130.11 and revenue per available room increased 2.4 percent to CAD$83.92.
Toronto, Ontario - It's all about denim for Silver Hotel Group in May, as they support the CURE Foundation by celebrating National Denim Day on May 14th, and all month long, with the "Denim for the CURE" campaign! Silver Hotel Group and their participating hotels across the country have partnered up with Bluenotes Jeans to raise funds towards a breast cancer cure through creative denim inspired events, contests, promotions and donations.