Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown has appointed AJ Gallow as the new General Manager of the recently renovated hotel. In this role, Gallow will oversee all aspects of the hotel's operations, optimizing business development, leading the management team, and spearheading efforts to deliver exceptional guest experiences through new programming and activations.
Hampton Inn & Suites Charlottesville-At The University has recently completed an all-encompassing, multi-million-dollar renovation and is pleased to share its refreshed guest rooms and communal spaces with travelers.
AAA projects 79.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period*. For the first time, AAA’s forecast includes the Tuesday before and the Monday after Thanksgiving Day to better capture the flow of holiday travelers. This year’s projection of nearly 80 million travelers is an increase of 1.7 million people compared to last year and 2 million more than in 2019.
Catalyst, The Thrash Group, and The 1559 Collective, in partnership with Tandem Hospitality Group, hosted an official groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, November 14th for Hotel Tristan, Pensacola's first upscale full-service boutique hotel right in the heart of Downtown's East Garden District.
STR and Tourism Economics downgraded the growth rate in the final U.S. hotel forecast revision of 2024.
CODA Hotel Williamsburg is an independent boutique hotel in Brooklyn featuring 64 guestrooms and the largest outdoor pool in the borough. As CODA’s flagship property, the location embodies a guest-centric approach to hospitality, designing furnishings based on real-life guest interactions. With a focus on creating inviting spaces rather than just walls, CODA provides an environment where guests can truly relax and rejuvenate, emphasizing that hospitality goes beyond structures to the experience within.
Today, Hapi, the leading provider of hospitality data and connectivity solutions, announced its work with the Nemacolin Resort, which resulted in winning the prestigious 2024 Hotel Visionary Partnership Award from Hospitality Technology. The Partnership Award is presented to a hotelier-vendor team that demonstrated exceptional collaborative ideation and execution of a technology solution over 12 months or longer.
Premium property blends upscale amenities with five decade-plus legacy in coveted Old Fourth Ward location.
This Leading Hotel Management Company is Ushering in a New Era of Hospitality and Service to the Imperial Valley.
Drift Santa Barbara, the design-forward boutique hotel nestled in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, announces the appointment of Jacqueline Westbrook as General Manager. In her role, Westbrook will oversee the 45-key boutique property and two first-floor eateries, Dawn and Dusk, while leading the property team, streamlining day-to-day operations, and implementing strategic initiatives to drive revenue and enhance the overall guest experience.
Limelight Denver, the first urban hotel concept from Aspen Hospitality - a division of Aspen One - announced today the appointment of Kim Corrigan as General Manager. Corrigan brings more than three decades of experience in hotel management, hotel rebranding, guest services, team development, and revenue generation to Limelight Denver.
The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa, a AAA Four Diamond resort situated among the Santa Catalina Mountains, announced today the appointment of Mary Beth Seamands as its director of sales and marketing.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol celebrated its highly anticipated grand opening Thursday morning with Hard Rock's iconic guitar smash ceremony. When 'Bristol Casino - Future Home of Hard Rock' opened in July 2022, it was Virginia's first casino.
Despite facing challenges from subdued summer demand and a sluggish third quarter, U.S. hotel performance is expected to reaccelerate in the fourth quarter and extend into 2025, according to CBRE’s latest forecast.
Noble House Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Kingston as the Area Managing Director for its three Wyoming properties - Hotel Terra Jackson Hole, Teton Mountain Lodge & Spa, and the newest addition to its impressive portfolio, Snake River Sporting Club. In this pivotal role, Kingston will oversee the strategic direction and operational excellence of these premier properties, ensuring that each delivers exceptional guest experiences in the breathtaking landscape of Jackson Hole.
The recent ruling by a Texas federal judge to vacate the Department of Labor’s (DOL) overtime rule sent shockwaves through the hospitality industry. The proposed salary threshold increase would have expanded overtime eligibility to approximately 3.6 million lower-paid salaried workers across industries, many of whom are employed in hospitality. While this decision provides temporary relief, it also opens the door for deeper introspection and strategic action.
Wimmer Communities and Crescent Hotels & Resorts have expanded their decades-long partnership with the opening of a new dual-branded property, known as The Marriott Center located within the Poplar Creek Town Center in Brookfield, Wisconsin. The Marriott Center comprises the all-suite Residence Inn by Marriott Milwaukee Brookfield at Poplar Creek and Courtyard by Marriott Milwaukee Brookfield at Poplar Creek, owned and developed by Wimmer Communities and managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts. This latest collaboration between the two companies is part of an ongoing pipeline of joining projects.
Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel, a recently renovated beachfront oasis in the heart of South Beach, is excited to announce the appointment of Luis Rios as its new Director of Restaurants & Bars. With two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Rios brings a wealth of expertise, passion, and a deep commitment to elevating guest experiences. He will oversee the hotel's dining and beverage operations, including the recently reimagined signature restaurant, The Social Club, and outdoor restaurant and bar, High Tide Beach Bar & Grill.
Nocturne Luxury Villas, owner and operator of best-in-class luxury villa rental companies in the US, Caribbean, and Mexico, announces the appointment of Louise Astbury to general manager of Paradise Retreats in Santa Barbara.
American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) President & CEO Rosanna Maietta released the following statement today after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced it would make available another 64,716 H-2B temporary nonagricultural worker visas for fiscal year 2025.