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Radisson Hotel Group Lands Two Brands Under One Roof at London Heathrow
Radisson | September 2, 2020
The property features one wing with 258 bedrooms showcasing the bold and playful design of Radisson RED. The other bedrooms – more than 600 – follow the Scandinavian-inspired Radisson brand style, nodding to the hotel group’s heritage. Family rooms with bunk beds able to accommodate up to four people are featured at both brands. On arrival, guests are greeted by a stylish and contemporary lobby, designed for socializing, working or relaxing. The restaurant, lounge and bar, shared by both hotels, provide enticing spaces to start the fun of a holiday or unwind after a long day. Additionally, there is a separate reception area for the e
Israel Set to ‘Bounce Back’ From Pandemic as Lessons Have Been Learned Before, Hears Webinar
HVS | September 2, 2020
02 September 2020, London: In a buoyant message to a webinar audience of some 300 hotel operators, investors and owners, held yesterday [1 September 2020] Israel’s Minister of Tourism was confident the country’s hotel sector would make a full recovery post-Covid, because historically the country had done so before. Asaf Zamir, speaking on an international webinar hosted jointly by HVS and the Israel Tourism Ministry, said: “because of the country’s history – with war and security – it has learnt how to bounce back more than anywhere, because we know how to do it.” Israel’s tourism sector, he said, was already showing rec
ProfitSword Launches Hospitality Recovery Dashboard to Provide Industry With Insight Into Real-Time Market Performance and Future Outlook
ProfitSword | September 2, 2020
Latest in hospitality business intelligence software utilized to visualize a range of key performance indicators and now freely available to assist industry professionals with navigating the post COVID-19 environment. ORLANDO, Fla. – (September 2, 2020) – ProfitSword, the leading developer of business intelligence and data integration software, has unveiled its designing of an advanced hospitality market performance dashboard that can aggregate real-time metrics from businesses across the industry to present a comprehensive analysis of how recovery efforts are progressing and what hoteliers can expect from the marketplace in upcoming m
McLaren Technologies Leads Forward-Thinking, Tech-Driven Strategy at the Iconic Byron at Byron
McLaren Technologies | September 2, 2020
Is this Australia’s most luxurious contactless check-in experience? Three reasons why Byron at Byron, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort, will reopen as Australia’s most luxe post-pandemic hotel haven this spring AUSTRALIA, 02 September 2020 – As Australia moves into post-pandemic travel territory, several progressive hotels and resorts are adapting quickly to meet the changing demands of travelers in 2020. One property leading the charge (and change) is the iconic Byron at Byron, set to reopen its doors to the world (well, perhaps just Australia for the short term) as a Crystalbrook Collection Resort on 1 September 2020. Fresh
Hotel Equities Promotes Bryan Decort to Chief Operating Officer
Hotel Equities | September 1, 2020
ATLANTA, GA – September 1, 2020 – Today, leading hotel ownership, management and development firm, Hotel Equities (HE), announced the promotion of Bryan DeCort to the position of chief operating officer. In his role, DeCort will be responsible for enterprise-wide performance, profitability and corporate strategy for the firm’s portfolio of 160+ hotels and resorts throughout the United States and Canada. DeCort joined the firm in 2017 as senior vice president of operations and most recently served in the role of executive vice president. He was the architect for a comprehensive internal re-organization while the firm simultaneously
American Hotel Income Properties REIT LP Completes the Sale of the Wingate Tampa Hotel
American Hotel Income Properties REIT LP | September 1, 2020
VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 1, 2020 - American Hotel Income Properties REIT LP ("AHIP" or the "Company") (TSX: HOT.UN, HOT.U, and HOT.DB.U) announced today that it has closed the previously announced sale of its 86-room Wingate Tampa property for gross proceeds of US$7.5 million. AHIP has provided US$2.65 million in financing for the buyer, secured by a mortgage, which is repayable at the end of three years along with accrued interest. Net proceeds of the sale will be used to repay amounts outstanding under the Company's revolving credit facility. "We're pleased to complete the sale of this non-core asset, which was nearing significant brand-
How Turning to Benchmarking Can Stave Off Financial Ruin
HotStats | September 1, 2020
When the winds of crisis whip, and a hotel’s cash begins flying away, it’s easy to panic. During a crisis, it might feel like the whole market has been pulled out from under you. However, there is hope even in the worst financial crisis. With hotel benchmarking, it’s possible to fight off financial ruin, even in the middle or during the aftermath of financial turmoil. Wondering how? In this article, we dive into ways hoteliers can use benchmarking to keep a hotel out of the red and steer operations to long-term profit amid a nightmarish market. First, What Happens During a Financial Crisis? Every financial crisis will be diff
New Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi Opens in China
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts | September 1, 2020
TOKYO, Sep. 1, 2020 - Rising above Tokyo's oldest neighbourhood and just steps away to the Imperial Palace, the all-new, thoroughly modern Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi is now open. "We are delighted to welcome guests to the third Four Seasons in Japan, a truly stunning property that reflects Tokyo'scaptivating contrast of modern innovation and honoured traditions. In collaboration with our remarkable partners at Mitsui Fudosan Resort Management Co., Ltd., Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi will deliver next-generation luxury through its combination of design, service, wellness experiences and culinary artistry by award-winni