Lingering COVID restrictions and a patchwork approach to reopening across the country will prevent the economically crucial business travel segment from recovering until at least 2024, according to a Tourism Economics analysis released Tuesday by the U.S. Travel Association.
The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa Avon, Vail Valley is excited to announce that it has promoted Wendy Mallas to the position of Director of Sales & Marketing.
Sandpiper Lodging Trust (“SLT”) is pleased to announce its acquisition of a Suburban Extended Stay hotel located in Jacksonville, N.C. The property is a 117-room, economy extended stay hotel located near Camp Lejeune. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
CapitaLand’s wholly owned lodging business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott) and its hospitality trust, Ascott Residence Trust (ART), will jointly invest and develop a freehold student accommodation asset located in South Carolina, USA for an expected total amount of US$109.9 million1(S$146.2 million2). The 678-bed student accommodation will serve over 35,000 undergraduate and graduate students from the nearby University of South Carolina (USC). Construction of the student accommodation asset is scheduled to start in 3Q 2021 and complete in 2Q 2023.
First Two Guests Are Paying $6.25 per night, the same rate they paid while Honeymooning at the Hotel in 1945.
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach and The Ritz-Carlton, Bal Harbour are pleased to announce Erica Tortora has been named Communications Manager. She joins both Miami Beach resorts with nearly a decade of experience in luxury hospitality. In her new role, Tortora will work with and manage all aspects of each luxury resort's communication efforts including programming, on-property activations and events, food and beverage initiatives, and more.
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The U.S. is experiencing an economic recovery unlike any other in recent memory…and the news is not all good. Yes, the economy is expanding on the strength of increased spending. And yes, the Fed’s massive monetary stimulus has alleviated the pain from the pandemic shutdowns that inflicted such major damage on U.S. supply chains.
The Westin Tempe, the largest new hotel to debut in Tempe, Ariz. in nearly four decades, has appointed Patti Hunt as the general manager ahead of their late summer opening.As the general manager of The Westin Tempe, Patti Hunt is a veteran of the hospitality industry with over three decades of experience successfully launching and managing luxury hotels within the portfolios of some of the world's leading hotel brands.Hunt comes to The Westin Tempe after illustrious tenures with the likes of Marriott Hotels International, Hilton Hotels, Starwood Hotels, Fairmont Hotels, Carlson Hospitality, and various other inde pendent brands. A distinguished hotelier, Hunt has acquired a number of prominent trade and leadership awards throughout her career, including the Business Impact Award by Downtown Tempe Authority, Hotel of the Year by Pacific Hospitality Group, General Manager of the Year by Marriott Hotels International, Hotel of the Year by Fairmont Hotels International, and the Pride, CARE Cup and Connie awards by Hilton Hotels, among others.Hunt has also been active in education, advocacy and professional development efforts within Arizona's tourism industry for over 26 years, having previously served as the President of the Arizona Hospitality Human Resources Association and the Tourism Commissioner for the Arizona Skill Standards Commission. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for both the Arizona Lodging & Tourism Association and the Tempe Office of Tourism, as well as on the American Hotel & Lodging Association's Educational Institute Certificate Advisory Co uncil.Originally from Wisconsin, Hunt holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications from the University of Wisconsin La Crosse, and a Master's Certificate in Hotel, Revenue and Financial Management from Cornell University. After settling in Arizona in the early 2000s, she went on to represent the state as Mrs. Arizona America and as an ambassador for the Governor's Office. Through her work with countless charity, school and civic organizations, Hunt developed a strong desire to serve others, to which she credits her success as a hotelier today.
The seasoned hospitality team behind the highly anticipated hotel The Westin Tempe announced today that the property is nearing completion and is expected to make its debut this August, marking the city's largest new hotel opening in nearly four de cades.
Following a completed investment of more than $200 million, Harrah's Las Vegas now features 2,542 redesigned guest rooms, a complete casino floor remodel and two new LED marquees at the north and south entrances. Guests can also enjoy a variety of hotel, dining and entertainment offerings including The Spa at Harrah's Las Vegas, PizzaCake by Buddy Valastro and Donny Osmond's first-ever solo residency. Additionally, the center-Strip resort provides convenient, direct access to CAESARS FORUM Conference Center.
Hodges Ward Elliott (HWE) is saddened to share the news that company President Mark Elliott passed away unexpectedly on June 12th.
MCR takes the lead! The country’s 4th-largest hotel owner-operator has acquired the 150-room Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Mall of St. Matthews in the heart of Kentucky.
The Hudson Whaler Hotel, the newest boutique hotel in Hudson, NY, is now accepting reservations for stays beginning June 22, 2021. The new hotel incorporates modern style while staying true to the property's historic roots, with thoughtful touches that gently remind visitors of Hudson's maritime origin. Inspired by the nautical and artistic nuances of the charming town, The Hudson Whaler Hotel exudes an unmatched sense of ease and refinement centrally located on Hudson's main spine, Warren Street.
Denver-based hotel company Five Senses Hospitality has announced the acquisition of the former Baymont Inn & Suites in Frisco, Colorado. The deal is part of a joint venture with Bedford Lodging, a Dallas-based hotel development company founded by Jeff Blackman, with which Five Senses has an exclusive partnership to manage the day-to-day operations of its assets. The hotel will operate independently as the Summit Suites while undergoing an extensive renovation before joining the major hotel brand which will enhance their guest experience.
Millennium Broadway Times Square is pleased to announce that the hotel will be transitioning back into Millennium Hotels and Resorts' (MHR) portfolio of brands. Owned by Millennium & Copthorne Hotels Limited, this 52-storey landmark hotel is located in Midtown Manhattan on 145 West 44th Street with Broadway and Times Square right outside its door. This 626-room hotel is surrounded by Broadway theatres, restaurants and New York City's best attractions and nightlife. Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, Central Park, the Empire State Building, famous 42nd Street and Fifth Avenue shopping are all within walking distance.
Get ready for the summer travel surge: After more than a year of being cooped up, travelers are about to reemerge in full force.
As the hospitality industry moves toward recovery, many hotel owners are re-evaluating the management of their properties. A good manager can bring great value to a property; a poor manager can reduce its value.
With the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention relaxing mask recommendations and various states and municipalities rolling back their own restrictions as more Americans get vaccinated, a varied landscape with differing levels of regulation has created a situation where it's often left hoteliers to determine themselves whether mask and social-distancing requirements are still needed on property.
Extended Stay America, Inc. (“ESA”) and its paired-share REIT, ESH Hospitality, Inc. (“ESH” and, together with ESA, “Extended Stay” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: STAY) today announced that preliminary results show holders of a majority of its shares have voted in favor of the previously announced amended merger agreement under which the company will be acquired by funds managed by Blackstone Real Estate Partners (“Blackstone”) and Starwood Capital for $20.50 per paired share in cash.