Jason Pomeranc, hotelier and co-founder of Thompson Hotels, announced the launch of hotel brand Sixty Hotels, a part of his new hospitality company, Sixty Collective. Partnering with his brothersMichael and Larry Pomeranc and long-time collaborator and former Commune Hotels CEOStephen Brandman, Pomeranc has assembled a team of talented professionals to realize his next incarnation for the travel industry.
Hyatt Union Square New York today announced the launch of ‘The Accessories Butler’, a one-of-a-kind accessories closet for guests, fashionably curated by Fashion & Lifestyle expert Pamela Pekerman. During their stay, hotel guests will have the ability to borrow from a selection of the season’s hottest accessories—from earrings and necklaces, to scarves, hats, belts, cufflinks and beyond— to complete their look when heading to an important engagement or a night out. ‘The Accessories Butler’ will live in the hotel’s lobby, and on the first of every month, feature a new selection of the season’s hottest on-trend accessories.
Los Angeles, CA, July 16, 2013 – The hospitality industry's leading boutique, lifestyle and luxury brand CEO's and independent property owners are gathering in Los Angeles October 21-23, 2013 to discuss the sectors opportunities for development, investment and operating profitability. Organized by the Boutique & Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA), the annual event has become known for providing the richest, most relevant content available for owners and managers looking for the next holy grail to take their properties to the next level.
Commune Hotels & Resorts announces its launch of Tommie, a value-‐conscious brand created to appeal to the youthfully minded global traveler. With Tommie, Commune introduces its first new brand, borne from the savvy of Thompson Hotels and the playful approachability of Joie de Vivre, defining utilitarian chic.
The Boutique & Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA) announces the addition of an impressive ninety-five new properties to its growing roster of hotels. They hailed from renowned brands including Design Hotels, Morgans Hotel Group, Denihan Hospitality, Jumeirah and Worldhotels as well as independent properties.
Leading hospitality industry experts will highlight how independent hoteliers can help drive bookings to new highs in today's market at The Boutique & Lifestyle Lodging Association's inaugural Boutique & Lifestyle International Leadership Symposium. Held on October 22-24, 2012 at the iconic Hollywood Roosevelt in Los Angeles, CA, this groundbreaking conference is generating industry buzz with its stellar lineup of speakers, premier guest list and networking opportunities, as well as its cutting-edge marketing and conference entertainment techniques.
Buzz is building for the first annual International Boutique & Lifestyle Leadership Symposium, which kicks off next month at the prestigious Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Among the highlights of the event will be the announcement of the industry's "Person of the Year 2012," an award bestowed by the Boutique & Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA).
Beyond Luxury Media and Design HotelsTM are excited to announce a partnership for the first edition of the innovative travel trade event, LIMITED EDITION Miami Beach (10 -13 June 2013,Miami). Both companies passionately believe there is an urgent need for a new travel tradeshow that breaks away from the old concept of traditional luxury travel and creates a vibrant and fresh arena for those in the high-end Contemporary Travel market; a belief that will make this partnership so electrifying.
The International Hotel, Motel + Restaurant Show® (IHMRS) has named finalists for the 32nd annual Gold Key Awards for Excellence in Hospitality Design. Nearly 200 projects in 23 countries were considered, representing a 25 percent increase in entries over 2011. Gold Key honors are presented annually to design firms from around the globe responsible for the most innovative hospitality properties completed or renovated within the past 18 months. Winners will be revealed and finalists recognized at a breakfast ceremony on Monday, November 12, 2012, 7:30 – 9:30 am, at the Mandarin Oriental New York. The Gold Key Awards are sponsored by Hospitality Style and HOTELS magazines and coincide with the 97th annual IHMRS, taking place November 10-13, 2012, at New York City's Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.The 32nd annual Gold Key Awards finalists are:
The Boutique & Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA) announce the inaugural Boutique & Lifestyle International Leadership Symposium to be held at the iconic Hollywood Roosevelt, a Thompson Hotel, playground of the stars since 1927, October 22-24, 2012.
HKHotels, the boutique hotel group which has earned a unique distinction for having its four New York City properties rank in the top four slots on TripAdvisor at one time, has changed its name to Library Hotel Collection, it was announced today by Henry Kallan, President.
collection of boutique hotels. The property is the first Joie de Vivre hotel in Hawaii and marks the management company's ongoing expansion outside of California.
Nobu Hospitality partners including Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, along with designer David Rockwell and principals from Caesars Palace, gathered yesterday at the original Nobu in New York City to provide guests with an initial glance inside the world's first Nobu Hotel, set to open in Las Vegas late 2012. In addition to revealing the first look into the hotel design, the group announced guest bookings will begin Oct. 1. Rooms can be booked online at NobuHotelCaesarsPalace.com.
With a successful first year in business under its belt – including the launch of B Ocean Fort Lauderdale and the highly-anticipated debut of B South Beach – B Hotels & Resorts® is on the move. The company today announced the launch of its new 'b2 hotel' concept, bringing the chic approachability of B Hotels & Resorts® to savvy, value-conscious travelers.
"As W Hotels continues to transform into a global design powerhouse, we are committed to providing a platform for supporting and showcasing what's new and next in fashion to guests and locals alike at our hotels around the world," said Eva Ziegler, Global Brand Leader, W Hotels Worldwide and Le Méridien. "This season's forward-thinking group of emerging fashion talent is especially exciting, and we are proud that W is able to continue to support the careers of tomorrow's rising fashion stars."
Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, asked travelers to describe wish list elements of their ideal lodging experience. Their top responses formed the basis for Red Roof’s new NextGen® redesigned interior and exterior prototype, debuting December 2011. The Red Roof Miami Airport property will be the first of Red Roof’s nearly 350 properties nationwide to showcase the new contemporary interiors and exteriors. “When someone is traveling, they want to feel at home, or better. With NextGen, we’re giving them that experience at a value.” Travelers spoke and Red Roof listened! The new NextGen room satisfies travelers’ desires, mimicking many traditional comforts of home, including enhanced technology and electronics amenities.
The International Hotel, Motel + Restaurant Show® (IHMRS) announced winners of the 31st annual Gold Key Awards for Excellence in Hospitality Design at a breakfast ceremony this morning. Honorees were selected by a panel of industry experts from a field of more than 150 projects representing 24 countries. The Awards are sponsored by Interior Design and HOTELS magazines and coincide with the 96th annual IHMRS, running through November 15 at New York City's Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.
King & Grove today announced that it was selected to manage the iconic Tides hotel in South Beach, effective in December of this year. On behalf of CG Tides, the new owners of the hotel, Joseph Chetrit said, "We are ecstatic that the Tides will become the newest King & Grove branded and managed property. By partnering with King & Grove, we are confident that our plans to rejuvenate the Tides and establish it as the preeminent luxury resort on Ocean Drive will be realized."
Some two dozen industry executives, architects, designers, developers, owners, and researchers met in October 2011 for the Hospitality Design Roundtable at the Cornell School of Hotel Administration. Produced by the Center for Hospitality Research, the roundtable examined the current status of boutique hotels, including what customers want in a boutique property, how they react to boutique hotels, and even how to define a boutique hotel.
"Beyond the new products and resources found on the show floor, education will further enhance the BDNY experience by offering valuable industry insight," said Michael Schneider, publisher of hospitality brands for ST Media Group. "Timely topics addressed by notable speakers will foster professional development and make this a seminar program not to be missed."