Disneyland Needs A New Hotel, And Quickly
By the way, Disneyland still has a hotel problem.
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10 Reasons I'm Thankful For New York City's Hospitality Industry
1. New York City is a melting pot of restaurants serving nearly every type of cuisine, which is no surprise when the borough of Queens alone is home to residents speaking 138 languages. I'm thankful for our diversity and how it allows me to enjoy the cuisine, flavors and cultures of the world, right in my own city.
Modern Inns Are Taking On Airbnb
A crop of innkeepers are increasing the cool factor of once-stuffy bed and breakfasts to compete against Airbnb.
Aggressive Hospitality May Save America
The craft sector of the hospitality industry is more politically active than ever before. This is a risk for both individuals as well as establishments because it runs the risk of alienating a large segment of their clientele. Still, fundraisers in the form of nights of charity or percentage of a particular drinks sales in the name of party affiliation or issues are becoming much more common. I am a partner in a venture called Coup that donates 100% of its profits to causes like Planned Parenthood and immigration services. Recently we threw a fundraiser for Texas senate candidate Beto O'Rourke in New York City. We're really trying to impress upon people that it's great to get involved in local politics, but it's also value and importance to pay attention to national politics.I'm not sure that my quest is entirely political in nature. Rather, I'm seeking to make the world I live in more hospitable. I've dedicated my entire career to the hospitality industry. As a young boy working at my dad's bar I'd lug cases of beer up from the cellar for coins to immediately plug into the stand-up arcade games we had. Missile Command and Asteroids were always my favorites. Plus, in retrospect, what a great deal it was for my dad, right?
At Life House Hotels, Guests Connect Before They Travel
It's safe to assume that, as a traveler, you have your pre-trip routine down to a science. Perhaps you Google Image your upcoming destination before bed every night, daydreaming about the moment when you'll finally be able to swim in those turquoise-blue waters. Or maybe you buy a bunch of novels that take place in your travel spot of choice, just to get in the mood. Or, if you're anything like us, you go down a deep Instagram rabbit hole, cruising through your hotel's geotag and creeping on random previous guests' photos for hours on end.
The Storied History Behind Five Iconic New York Hotels
New York City is home to some of the most legendary hotels in the world. Highly touted for their service, luxury and elegance, many of them also have a rich history that adds to the experience of staying there.
Grand Prix Drives $20 Million Boost For Austin Hotels
Hotels in Austin, Texas are on track to get a boost of around $20 million from today's United States Grand Prix as takings for the week are expected to hit $45 million which is 71.4% higher than the average according to new research.
Hyatt Hotels to assume management of Ventana Big Sur, Carmel Valley Ranch, Monterey Tides
The Hyatt Hotels Corporation is in the process of acquiring an international lifestyle hotel management company with a unique collection of properties including Ventana Big Sur, Carmel Valley Ranch and Monterey Tides.
Bobby Baldwin calls it quits on MGM
Bobby Baldwin is a name that everyone in Las Vegas knows. He is a leader in the poker industry and a longtime casino executive who has been tied to MGM Resorts International for the past 20 years. After a long, successful career as a poker and casino pioneer, Baldwin is ready to call it quits and has announced that he will leave MGM Resorts, as well as CityCenter, at the end of the year.
In the #MeToo era, US hotels are giving workers panic buttons
The #MeToo movement has brought to light all manner of horror concerning incidents of sexual harassment. Because many of these stories have concerned high-profile women in high-profile industries like entertainment and technology, less attention has been paid to service sectors of the economy.
My Place Hotels CEO: The Economy Hotel of Yesteryear Is Dying m- skift.com
My Place Hotels CEO Ryan Rivett has a special reverence for classic economy hotels, especially the Super 8 brand, which his grandfather, Ron Rivett, co-founded in 1973.
The TWA Hotel brings retro style to JFK airport | cnn.com
If you remember anything about Trans World Airlines (better known as TWA), you probably remember the legendary white TWA Flight Center just outside of John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City. Designed in 1962 by groundbreaking Finnish-American architect Eero Saarinen, the former flight center has been redesigned and reimagined into the TWA hotel, set to open in the spring of 2019.
The Queen Mary Opens Up Its Haunted Hotel Suite For An Overnight Ghostly Experience | forbes.com
The Queen Mary once labeled as one of the "Top 10 most haunted places on Earth" by Time Magazine, has launched its famously haunted Stateroom B340 for overnight guests starting this month. The first time I visited the ship I personally felt its ghostly vibe and was eager to explore areas previously not made available to visitors.
This New Catskills Hotel Has Chic Glamping Cabins, an Oversized Hot Tub, and Majestic Mountain Views | travelandleisure.com
Deep in the Catskills Mountains of New York, a former 1920s bunk house is being transformed into a boutique hotel. Called the Eastwind Hotel & Bar, this stylish property is further proof that the Catskills are becoming one of the most design-forward destinations for outdoorsy travelers.
It’s been a wild year for travel. What’s ahead for 2018? | washingtonpost.com
Travel bans. Shootings. Viral passenger videos. No one will forget the past year in travel. How could they? But what does it all mean for your 2018 trips? “These are interesting times,” says Patricia Schultz, author of “1,000 Places to See Before You Die.” The year’s watershed moments included a series of controversial travel bans, a mass shooting in one of America’s top tourist destinations and the expulsion of an airline passenger captured on video. At the same time, several largely unnoticed events, mostly happening behind the scenes, promise to exert an equally powerful influence on your travel plans next year. Bottom line: Travelers will need to be more vigilant in 2018 than ever.
For $80,000 a week, you can stay at the most exclusive hotel on Earth — in Antarctica | cnbc.com
"Arriving at White Desert Antarctica is like arriving nowhere else on the planet," says Robyn Woodhead, co-founder of the luxury lodge that sits at the end of the Earth. After the private jet touches down on a blue-ice landing strip, its doors open and you're hit with sub-zero temperatures. The cold can take your breath away, Robyn tells CNBC Make It. "It's sensory overload," she says. "Pure white as far as the eye can see."
Here's how hotel security might change after the deadliest shooting in US history | cnbc.com
How hotel security might change after the deadliest shooting in US history How hotel security might change after the deadliest shooting in US history 9 Hours Ago | 00:49 The attack on concertgoers in Las Vegas could lead to a shift in security practices at open-air events and hotels, experts said Monday, as law enforcement continues to determine the details of the deadly incident.
At least 58 people died and more than 500 were sent to hospitals after a gunman opened fire at the Route 91 Harvest country music festival, police said. The suspect, identified as Stephen Paddock, 64, of Mesquite, Nevada, allegedly shot at festival attendees from a hotel room on the 32nd floor of the nearby Mandalay Bay hotel.
The attack will spur some immediate changes to security protocols, said Bruce McIndoe, president of iJet International, which performs as many as 400 hotel security audits globally each year.
Florida Tourism After Irma – Many Hotels Reopened | Tourism-review.com
In the wake of Irma, some regions struggle with problems – the Florida Keys have even announced a temporary tourist stop. After the storm, Visit Florida spoke with marketing representatives of all the destinations to obtain a detailed assessment of the situation and to revise plans for the promotion of Florida tourism. While in some smaller Caribbean islands, the devastation caused by Irma and Maria, led to long-term stops for tourism, Florida is working hard to get back into operation as soon as possible.
The battle between hotels and Airbnb escalates in NYC | techcrunch.com
The war between Airbnb and the hotel industry rages on, and it’s reaching new lows here in New York.
A campaign, backed by the Hotel Association of New York City Inc. and the union that represents hotel workers, launched a 10-day, 30-second ad that links Airbnb’s short-term rentals to public security threats.
The ad sets the stage for fear-mongering, stating that NYC remains the number one target of terror in the world, citing the NYPD police commissioner, and reminding viewers that there are 40,000 Airbnb listings in NYC.
The ad even goes so far as to say that Manchester bomber Salman Abedi was staying in a short-term rental apartment when he staged and executed the attack, being sent massive packages.
Sick of people? This is the hotel for you | telegraph.co.uk
Set 34 miles off the coast of North Carolina at the southernmost edge of an area known as the “Graveyard of the Atlantic”, guests at the remote 85ft-high Frying Pan Tower enjoy panoramic views of the ocean from the hotel’s 80ft by 80ft helipad.