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Opinion Article Wellness & Wellbeing

The Holistic Lifestyle: Can Naturopathy, Herbal Mixology, and Other Holistic Practices Be Applied in U.S. Hotels?

Naturopathy is an alternative medicine that focuses on a holistic approach to health and wellness. It is founded on the principle that the human body possesses a natural capacity for healing and focuses on identifying the underlying causes of health issues instead of merely addressing the symptoms. It blends traditional healing practices with modern scientific knowledge to support natural healing and well-being.

Bendegul Okumus
By Bendegul Okumus, Associate Professor, UCF Rosen College & Hospitality Management, UCF
United States
Opinion Article Markets & Performance

HOTEL CURRENTS™: Hotel Financial Performance in Central and Non-Central City Submarkets, 2018 and 2024

During the pandemic, residential and commercial property prices in the central business districts (CBDs) of large metropolitan areas (MSAs) declined while prices generally increased in suburban areas. Many businesses located in CBDs that were dependent on residents, commuters, and tourists either ceased operations or relocated to the suburbs, often within the same MSA.

Jack Corgel
By Jack Corgel, Managing Director, CBRE Hotels’ Americas Research, CBRE Hotels
United States
Opinion Article Design & Architecture

Defining the New Miami with EAST Miami

The story of an urban hotel is the story of a city. The two move in stride, with the hospitality industry offering a home and a helpful hand to visitors while also providing dining and drinking hotspots that enable newcomers to evolve into lasting denizens of the locale. In this case study, EAST Miami (operated by Swire Hotels) that first opened in 2016 has grown to be the cultural steward for the booming neighborhood in Miami that is Brickell, presenting a picture of where hotel trends in luxury amenities, branding and customer mindsets are headed.

Larry MogelonskyAdam Mogelonsky
By Larry Mogelonsky and Adam Mogelonsky
Miami, Florida, United States
Opinion Article Sales & Marketing

The Mille Club: Exploring SoCal Luxury at El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel

A quick jaunt up the coast for Angelenos or anyone else in Southern California (SoCal) is the picturesque haven of Santa Barbara with its never-ending white sand beaches surrounded by trendy restaurants and beachfront accommodations. But drive a few minutes up the city’s hills, and you will reach the El Encanto, a secluded, 7.5-acre oasis of verdant gardens tucked into the upper reaches. Here, a serene presence contrasts the endless hubbub of cars, people, boats, and related commercial activities.

Larry MogelonskyAdam Mogelonsky
By Larry Mogelonsky and Adam Mogelonsky
Santa Barbara, California, United States
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Opinion Article Human Resources

Navigating Labor Cost Challenges in Hospitality: Turning a Court Ruling Into Strategic Action

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.

Corey McCarthy
By Corey McCarthy, Chief Marketing Office (CMO), Unifocus
United States
Opinion Article Markets & Performance

Stability, Revitalization, and Growth: A Look at Kansas City’s Three Prominent Submarkets

Downtown Kansas City and the Country Club Plaza are established submarkets in Kansas City, each with strong demand generators and numerous hotels, while Village West is a growing submarket with a strong pipeline of development. While these markets are all in different economic stages, the outlook is optimistic for all three.

Benjamin Giebler
By Benjamin Giebler, Project Manager, St. Louis, HVS
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Opinion Article Markets & Performance

Minneapolis-St. Paul Hotel Market Moves Toward a New Normal

Hard hit by a multitude of factors during the pandemic, the Twin Cities hotel market has experienced significant fluctuations in supply, demand, and operating performance. Signs of resilience are evident in the year-to-date trends, as the hotel market adjusts to supply changes and a different demand mix.

Tanya Pierson
By Tanya Pierson, MAI, Managing Director at HVS Minneapolis, HVS
Minnesota, United States
Opinion Article Wellness & Wellbeing

Thoughtful Sleep Program Setup at the Deer Path Inn as an Example for All Independent Hotels

Sleep tourism may be a relatively new buzz term, but for hospitality it isn’t really anything novel; it’s an extension and more deliberate expansion of what hotels aim to achieve each and every night. After all, one of the hallmarks of guest satisfaction, and a core part of any hotelier’s duty of care, is whether or not the guest slept well. Knowing this principle, leading brands are engaged in an arms race of sorts to meet the increasing cultural appreciation and prioritization for sleep amenities. Often lost in this conversation, though, are independent hotels.

Larry MogelonskyAdam Mogelonsky
By Larry Mogelonsky and Adam Mogelonsky
Lake Forest, Illinois, United States
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Opinion Article Markets & Performance

September 2024 Hotel Industry Outlook: Anticipating Accelerated Growth

Lower inflation, continued job creation, and the anticipated benefits of the recent cut in the federal funds rate provide a foundation for optimism about the U.S. economy. In the lodging sector, as different markets and segments continue to post varying results, we anticipate the overall trend of positive, albeit muted, growth to persist in the near term.

Anne Lloyd-Jones
By Anne Lloyd-Jones, MAI, CRE, Director of Consulting & Valuation Services, National Practice Leader, at HVS New York, HVS
United States