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How Hotels Should Adapt Meetings and Events
Bob Rauch | July 16, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic will change how hotels host meetings and events, and if done correctly, they can help the industry in both the short and long term. By Bob Rauch, President of RAR Hospitality and Sarah Andersen, Business Development Manager at RAR Hospitality In this time of great uncertainty, how can we best prepare for a new landscape in the hospitality and events industry post-COVID-19? The timing for recovery in 2020 is going to be dependent on consumers and businesses having confidence that our cities and venues are safe again. We won't be seeing any events in June or July but expect Q4 events in the fall to start up a
HSMAI Honors Hospitality Heroes as Part of the Annual Adrian Awards
HSMAI | July 16, 2020
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is recognizing hospitality professionals who have taken a leadership position, championed a cause, or created a program that has directly benefited industry workers, medical personnel, first responders, or communities that have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic with the first-ever HSMAI Hospitality Heroes Adrian Award honor. “It is truly incredible how hospitality professionals have stepped up during a time of crisis,” said Robert A. Gilbert, CHME, CHBA, president and CEO of HSMAI. “It’s true that hospitality is founded on a community of individuals who
STR: Canada Hotel Results for Week Ending 11 July
STR | July 16, 2020
HENDERSONVILLE, Tennessee—STR data for 5-11 July 2020 shows a continued steady rise in Canadian hotel performance but the same significant level of year-over-year declines. In comparison with the week of 7-13 July 2019, the industry reported the following: Occupancy: -59.2% to 31.2% Average daily rate (ADR): -33.7% to CAD122.08 Revenue per available room (RevPAR): -72.9% to CAD38.10 Three provinces reached a 30% occupancy level: British Columbia (40.7%), Manitoba (36.1%) and Saskatchewan (32.7%). Vancouver (31.0%) was the only major market at or above that mark. The lowest occupancy among provinces was reported
STR: U.S. Hotel Results for Week Ending 11 July
STR | July 16, 2020
HENDERSONVILLE, Tennessee—U.S. hotel performance data for the week ending 11 July showed mostly flat occupancy and lower room rates from the previous week, according to STR. 5-11 July 2020 (percentage change from comparable week in 2019): Occupancy: 45.9% (-38.0%) Average daily rate (ADR): US$97.33 (-26.8%) Revenue per available room (RevPAR): US$44.67 (-54.6%) Aggregate data for the Top 25 Markets showed lower occupancy (39.2%) and ADR (US$96.69) than all other markets. Norfolk/Virginia Beach, Virginia, was the only one of those major markets to reach a 60% occupancy level (60.4%). Two additional markets surpass
Prestige Hospitality Group Opens the Newly Constructed Lake Placid Inn in Historic Lake Placid, New York
Prestige Hospitality Group | July 16, 2020
Lake Placid, NY – Justin D. Smith, President of Prestige Hospitality Group, LLC (PHG) is pleased to announce the opening of the newly constructed Lake Placid Inn in historic Lake Placid, New York. The Lake Placid Inn is an independent hotel featuring 40 beautifully appointed rooms and suites offering majestic lake and mountainside views. Located at 821 Mirror Lake Drive in the heart of Lake Placid Village, the hotel was constructed on the site of the former Mountain House and National Sports Academy, a private preparatory school for elite winter athletes. The boutique hotel, which opened its doors on Friday, July 3, 2020, features fi
Hotel Industry Urges Governors, Mayors to Standardize Face Coverings in Public Spaces in All 50 States
AHLA | July 16, 2020
AHLA Commends States That Have Mandated Face Coverings, Asks For Consistent Nationwide Mandates WASHINGTON (July 16, 2020) – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) sent letters today to the Trump Administration, the National Governor’s Association, and the United States Conference of Mayors commending governors and mayors across the country who have standardized the use of face coverings in all indoor public spaces while urging a consistent standard practice across all 50 states. “We are grateful to the more than two dozen governors and numerous mayors who have standardized the use of face coverings in all indoor pu
56% Travel Buyers Have Revised Their Travel Policy in Light of COVID-19
the Global Business Travel Association | July 16, 2020
As recovery continues companies look to safeguard employee health and safety Alexandria, VA – As signs of recovery continue in the business travel sector, travel procurement professionals are prioritizing the health and safety of employees according to a new poll released today by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA). Over half of travel buyers report their company has changed its travel policy and 70% characterize the policy changes as being ‘somewhat’ or ‘a lot’. When asked what travel program changes have been made due to the pandemic, instituting new rules about pre-trip approval (53%), having more frequent or detailed
Hotels Plan For a COVID-19-Informed Future
JLL | July 16, 2020
The next normal will include safety ratings and cleanliness councils July 16, 2020 - The coronavirus pandemic has roiled the hospitality industry, closing more than 5,000 hotels in the U.S. alone in March and April. By the start of June, nearly half were still shuttered, according to STR, a hotel data provider. Now, after months of lockdowns and travel restrictions, some parts of the world are slowly starting to reopen to international travelers. In other areas, regional travel is beginning in earnest. But in a world still grappling with the pandemic, it’s far from business as usual. Hotels are transforming their cleaning protocols