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Vingcard Unveils VConnect as the New Standard in Hotel System Integration Efficiency and Future-Proof Scalability
Vingcard | October 28, 2024
End-to-end solutions provider to showcase how hoteliers can seamlessly unify and streamline property operations at The Hospitality Show. Stockholm –October 28, 2024 – Vingcard, an ASSA ABLOY company and provider of advanced technologies for the hospitality industry, is pleased to announce the launch of VConnect, a cutting-edge interface able to function as a communications bridge and centralized hub for a wide range of hotel systems and devices. With its tradeshow debut taking place during The Hospitality Show from October 28-30 at Vingcard booth #713, VConnect is set to gain the interest of attendees aiming to eliminate operational si
The Surrey, a Corinthia Hotel Opens on New York City’s Upper East Side
The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel | October 25, 2024
NEW YORK, NY (October 25, 2024) – Opening under an iconic moniker, The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel brings a new design and ultra-luxury experience to one of the most coveted addresses on the Upper East Side. The 16-story building is the inaugural property in North America for Corinthia Hotels. Owned by Reuben Brothers, global leaders in real estate development and private equity, with striking interiors by Martin Brudnizki of MBDS, The Surrey has been completely transformed to encompass 70 guest rooms, 30 suites, and 14 private residences. It is home to the first New York outpost of the beloved eatery Casa Tua and the tranquil Surrey Spa
Women Are Well Represented in the Business Travel Industry but Glass Ceiling Remains
GBTA | October 25, 2024
New GBTA data reveals women’s expanding influence as business travelers and industry professionals, but with a persistent gender gap in senior leadership roles Women professionals are prominent throughout the business travel industry, but GBTA research suggests there are still gaps in gender equity as they are still less likely to be in senior executive positions than men. When it comes to women as business travelers, they highly value traveling for work to achieve their goals. Although they travel less frequently for work than men, women continue to take advantage of opportunities to blend business and leisure travel when they do travel
The Perennial Tianjin Opens in China Joining the JdV by Hyatt brand
JdV by Hyatt | October 25, 2024
CHICAGO (October 25, 2024) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of The Perennial Tianjin, a part of the JdV by Hyatt portfolio. As the fourth hotel to join the JdV by Hyatt brand in Greater China, The Perennial Tianjin brings a new level of style to the dynamic Tianjin South Railway Station Business District, creating a vibrant cultural hub for urban travelers. Located in the Tianjin South Station Business District, The Perennial Tianjin is nestled within The Perennial International Health and Medical Hub, a mixed-use complex that integrates healthcare, senior living, hospitality, and commercial facilities. Enjoy
STR Weekly Insights: 13-19 October 2024
CoStar Group | October 25, 2024
Analysis by Isaac Collazo, Will Anns Highlights Hurricane recovery, college football, Taylor Swift and more lift U.S. RevPAR Strong RevPAR growth seen in Northeastern U.S. hotels Global performance unwavering In the week ending 19 October 2024, U.S. revenue per available room (RevPAR) advanced 4.2% on 2.5 growth in average daily rate (ADR) and a 1.1 percentage point (ppt) increase in occupancy. RevPAR growth in the Top 25 Markets trailed slightly versus the remaining markets, which saw ongoing demand and ADR gains from areas impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Additionally, Taylor Swift’s tour stop and the Ado
IHG’s Atwell Suites Expands Footprint With Three New Hotels in Dynamic Travel Hubs
IHG Hotels & Resorts | October 25, 2024
ATLANTA (October 25, 2024): Today, Atwell Suites announced expansion of its U.S. presence with the upcoming openings of three new hotels in Kansas City, Mo., Henderson, Nev., and Fort Worth, Texas. These additions build upon previously opened properties in Miami, Denver and Austin, further expanding IHG Hotels & Resorts’ all-suites, upper-midscale hotel brand. These properties include: Atwell Suites – Kansas City Airport, owned by Hotel KCI LLC, is now open. This 104-room hotel is minutes from Kansas City International Airport and historic downtown. With the city’s rich jazz heritage, famous BBQ, vibrant arts s
Las Vegas Sands To Spend $8 Billion to Expand MBS Resort in Singapore
October 25, 2024
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Casino operator Las Vegas Sands plans to invest $8 billion in Singapore to expand its Marina Bay Sands resort, a major bet by the Nevada-based firm on the city-state's tourism market. The project, dubbed IR2, is to build a fourth hotel tower that will include 570 luxury suites, gaming areas, a 15,000-seat arena, rooftop pools, food and beverage offerings and 110,000 square feet of space for exhibitions and conferences, the company said during its earnings presentation earlier this week. "When IR2 is open ... that arena is going to be an incredibly powerful tourism driver for the overall complex," LVS Chief Operatin
HFTP Recognizes Top Chapters in 2024 With Annual Awards
HFTP | October 25, 2024
Each year, HFTP strives to recognize the chapters who demonstrate extraordinary efforts to engage their local members and provide educational and networking opportunities to advance their professional development. The chapters who went above and beyond in 2024 were celebrated at the HFTP 2024 Annual Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana. Congratulations to the following chapters! Tier A (1–35 members): HFTP Jamaica Chapter Tier B (36–70 members): HFTP New York Chapter Tier C (71+ members): HFTP Gulf Coast Chapter Student Chapter: HFTP University of Houston Cougar Chapter Representatives from all four winning ch