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May 13, 2020

MGM Resorts International Releases Health And Safety Plan For Re-Opening United States Properties

MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM ) today released a report outlining the comprehensive health and safety protocols the company is implementing prior to re-opening its domestic properties and resorts which were temporarily closed in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The report details MGM Resorts' "Seven-Point Safety Plan" - a multi-layered set of protocols and procedures designed in conjunction with medical and scientific experts to deter the spread of the virus, protect customers and employees and rapidly respond to potential new cases. The full report can be found HERE .

MGM Resorts International

May 8, 2020

Red Roof RediClean™ Gives Travelers Confidence with Enhanced Cleaning Protocols as America Begins to Road Trip Again

As the country gradually re-opens for travel as restrictions ease, Red Roof®, the leader in upscale economy lodging, has launched Red Roof RediClean™, as it welcomes guests back. Red Roof RediClean includes rigorous enhanced cleaning protocols that address the new normal and give consumers the confidence they need to hit the road again. Red Roof RediClean is taking cleanliness and hygiene to a whole new level.

May 7, 2020

Magnuson Hotels launches extended stay brand in Texas, Ohio

Magnuson Hotels, the fast-growing franchise alternative, announced the launch of a new extended stay brand this week with locations in Canton, Ohio and Irving, Texas.

Magnuson Hotels

Texas, United States

April 28, 2020

AHLA Launches “Safe Stay” For Enhanced Industry-Wide Hotel Cleaning Standards

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today launched "Safe Stay," an initiative focused on enhanced hotel cleaning practices, social interactions, and workplace protocols to meet the new health and safety challenges and expectations presented by COVID-19. Safe Stay will seek to change hotel industry norms, behaviors and standards to ensure both hotel guests and employees are confident in the cleanliness and safety of hotels once travel resumes.

April 23, 2020

Oyo's Long-Term Stays Emerge As Preferred Accommodation Choice; Provides Vital Support Amidst COVID-19

OYO Hotels, one of the world's leading hotel chains, has recorded an uptick in long-term stays in the US during the current COVID-19 pandemic as more and more travelers opt for OYO's services for their accommodation needs. A stay is classified as long-term when a guest spends over seven days at a hotel and OYO has witnessed an upwards of 21% increase in this category during the current COVID-19 pandemic. The hotel chain has been constantly monitoring the situation and resorted to adaptive measures for ensuring business continuity for its asset partners while taking the necessary steps to safeguard the health and well-being of its guests with a clear focus on hygiene and cleanliness.

PRISM (formerly Oravel Stays Ltd.)

April 14, 2020

Arkansas Welcomes Opening Of Magnuson Hotel Little Rock South

Magnuson Hotels, a top 20 global brand, today announced the branding of the Magnuson Hotel Little Rock South in Little Rock AR.

Magnuson Hotels

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

April 9, 2020

Marcus Hotels & Resorts Announces Updates to Current Operations

Marcus Hotels & Resorts®, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE:MCS), is temporarily closing additional properties across its portfolio. This decision includes all of the following hotels owned by the Company that are currently still open, The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee; The Platinum Hotel in Las Vegas; Hilton Madison Monona Terrace in Wisconsin; and the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown in Chicago. Additionally, with respect to the hotels that we manage for third-parties, we are working with the owners of those properties to temporarily close the hotels or transition management.

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April 8, 2020

MGM Resorts Lights Up With Symbols Of Love And Support

While Las Vegas may be currently closed for business, The Strip is lighting up literally with signs of love and support to show that its heart is with the world during this difficult time. Iconic resorts including MGM Grand, ARIA Resort & Casino, Park MGM, Vdara, Delano and New York-New York are displaying beautiful messages of hope across the façades of their buildings nightly through strategically lit guest rooms.

MGM Resorts International

April 7, 2020

15,000 U.S. Hotels Sign Up To Support Healthcare Community

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced today that more than 15,000 hotels have signed up for its new initiative - "Hospitality for Hope" - which identifies hotel properties that have offered to provide temporary housing for emergency and healthcare workers as the COVID-19 public health crisis grows.

April 3, 2020

Caesars Provides Business Update Related to COVID-19 Impact

The ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency has prompted the temporary shutdown of Caesars Entertainment Corporation's ("Caesars", "Caesars Entertainment" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:CZR) properties consistent with government or tribe-mandated directives around the world.

March 25, 2020

Hotels Nationwide Sign Up To Support First Responders; Provide Housing

In an effort to support communities across the country during this unprecedented public health crisis, the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) today announced a new initiative - Hotels for Hope - to connect hotel properties with the health community, struggling to find housing and support as the COVID-19 public health crisis grows.

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March 23, 2020

GBTA Signs On To Industry Requests To Congress In Key Verticals Of Global Business Travel

The following statement can be attributed to GBTA COO and Executive Director Scott Solombrino.

March 18, 2020

Vail Resorts To Close North American Resorts For The 2019-20 Ski Season

Vail Resorts announced today that all of its North American resorts and retail stores will remain closed for the 2019-20 winter ski season amidst the continued challenges associated with the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). The decision follows the Company's previously announced closure of its resorts from Sunday, March 15 through Sunday, March 22. The Company will consider reopening Breckenridge Ski Resort in Colorado, Heavenly Mountain Resort in Lake Tahoe and Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia in late April/early May, dependent on the situation with COVID-19 as well as weather conditions.

March 18, 2020

Las Vegas Sands Announces Temporary Closure of Las Vegas Properties

Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) today announced that, out of an abundance of caution and in line with recent guidance from federal and state governments, it is closing its Venetian and Palazzo resorts in Las Vegas until at least April 1. A decision on whether to extend the closure or re-open will be made at a later date. The process of closing the properties will begin immediately and be completed as soon as possible.

Las Vegas Sands Corp.

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

March 17, 2020

MGM Resorts International Statement On Temporary Closure Of Las Vegas Properties

MGM Resorts International (the "Company" or "MGM Resorts") today announced its decision to temporarily suspend operations at its Las Vegas properties until further notice, effective as of Tuesday, March 17th. Casino operations will close on Monday, March 16th, followed by hotel operations.

MGM Resorts International

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

March 13, 2020

U.S. Travel Community Reacts to Increased Travel Restrictions

U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow issued the following statement on the announced suspension of most air travel to and from Europe.

U.S. Travel Association

March 13, 2020

The Westin Houston Medical Center Is Nation's First Hotel To Deploy LightStrike™ Germ-Zapping Robots™ From Xenex

The Westin Houston Medical Center is the first and only hotel in the U.S. to utilize LightStrike™ Germ-Zapping Robots™ to sanitize and disinfect its guest rooms and common areas to help combat the threat of coronavirus.

Houston, Texas, United States

March 12, 2020

Travel Leaders Echo Experts: Make Fact-Based Decisions About Traveling

A coalition of 150 travel-related organizations issued the following statement on the latest developments around coronavirus.

March 5, 2020

AHLA Joins Business Leaders to Discuss Response to Coronavirus

Chip Rogers, president and CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), today joined leaders from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, U.S. Travel Association, Airlines for America, and the National Retail Federation to discuss the potential impact of COVID-19 and the business community is responding.

January 28, 2020

Choice Hotels Introduces Everhome Suites To Help Developers Build A Strong Portfolio And Empower Guests' Success On The Road

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) today introduced Everhome Suites, a new-construction midscale extended-stay brand offering with customizable, apartment-style accommodations that empower guests to adapt their environment to the way they live and work during longer-term stays.