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Lodging Insights: U.S. Lodging Industry Forecast for 2015 and How the Outlook Differs by Chain Scale
PKF Hospitality Research | December 23, 2014
Mark Woodworth and Jack Corgel discuss the U.S. lodging industry forecast for 2015 and how the outlook differs by chain scale. Mark also gets Jack's opinion on how low oil prices might impact the industry.
F&B: No Pleasure, No Future
Georges Panayotis | December 23, 2014
by Georges Panayotis Not so long ago, the arrival of McDonald's in an emerging country epitomized that country's opening up to the modern world, entering a new phase in its economic development. The globalization of the hamburger giant, which helped it boost performance, also largely contributed to a banalization of its product, and today to the possible beginning of a rejection. For six months, sector sales have been down worldwide because the lack of renewals in supply led consumers -even the most faithful- to shy away from a company and consumption modes that did not keep step with their needs. America's fast-food segment thought it
Concierge Leader, Virginia Casale, Joins Hospitality Excellence as Director of Global Education
Hospitality Excellence | December 23, 2014
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, December 23, 2014 - Hospitality Excellence, Inc., is continuing to expand their Guest Experience Management team with the addition of Virginia Casale as Director of Global Education. Madame Casale, the Immediate Past President of Les Clefs d'Or International, the prestigious professional hotel concierge association representing the top concierges in the world, will focus on the education, skills and behaviors essential to exceptional service delivery in any industry in this new role. Madame Casale's work and expertise in the hospitality and tourism industries for more than 30 years has placed her at the
Hotel Lawyer on HMAs: “The Shrinking Terms of Hotel Management Agreements”
Mark S. Adams | December 23, 2014
By Jim Butler and the Global Hospitality Group® 23 December 2014 Click here for the latest articles on Hotel Management Agreements. A version of this article first appeared in Hotel Business Review in December 2014, and this article is reprinted with permission from www.hotelexecutive.com. The shrinking terms of hotel management agreements Better bargaining position for hotel owners on HMAs by Jim Butler and Mark S. Adams | Hotel Lawyers The relationship between hotel owners and managers continues to evolve. Hotel management agreements historically were long-term. Fifty to sixty year terms were common. However, in the last few years, h
$11 Million Facelift Complete for Thailand’s 408-room Anantara Bangkok Riverside Resort & Spa
Anantara | December 23, 2014
Bangkok, Thailand- December 23, 2014: Anantara Bangkok Riverside Resort & Spa is proud to announce the completion of a THB 335 million / USD $ 11 million refurbishment. The extensive renovations comprise upgraded accommodation and design uplifts of two riverside restaurants, completed in perfect timing for high season so that Anantara's discerning guests are assured of a memorable stay at Bangkok's only true resort beside the River of Kings. The resort's luxury accommodation offers 408 completely refurbished rooms, including 101 suites, each designed in exquisite Thai style with scenic river or lush garden views, admired through flo
WAKEUP CALL Maximizes Risk Management Coverage While Slashing Costs at Destination Properties
WAKEUP CALL | December 23, 2014
Unique hospitality industry web platform provides hotel development and operation company with streamlined access to professional legal advice, as well as comprehensive and effective HR and procedural management services. San Diego, CA - December 23, 2014 - WAKEUP CALL, the first online risk management solution designed specifically for the hotel industry, has been selected by Destination Properties, LLC, a California-based hotel and resort development and management company, to revamp and enhance the effectiveness of its risk management, procedural and human resource processes at its Grass Valley, California property, the Gold Miner's
Owned by JBK Hotels & Managed by Interstate Hotels, 140-room Aloft Denver Downtown Opens in Colorado
Aloft Hotels | December 23, 2014
December 23, 2014 - STAMFORD, Conn. - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.® (NYSE:HOT) today announced the debut of its innovative Aloft brand in the heart of downtown Denver. Located at the corner of 15th Street and Stout Street, Aloft Denver Downtown features 140 spacious, loft-like rooms, cutting-edge technology and a lively social atmosphere. Owned by JBK Hotels and managed by Interstate Hotels & Resorts, Aloft Denver Downtown offers a vibrant social scene in the center of one of the fastest growing cities in the country. "We are thrilled to open Aloft Denver Downtown offering a design-led aesthetic and innovative musi
Managed by APX Hotels, the 122-room Hampton Inn by Hilton Lloydminster Opens in Alberta, Canada
Hampton Hotels | December 23, 2014
December 23, 2014 - LLOYDMINSTER, Alberta and MCLEAN, Va. - Hampton Hotels, Hilton Worldwide's global brand of more than 2,000 mid-priced Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, and Hampton by Hilton hotels, today announced the official opening of its newest property, the 122-room Hampton Inn by Hilton Lloydminster located at 8288 - 44 Street, Lloydminster, Alberta, Canada. "The addition of Hampton Inn by Hilton Lloydminster will make this area even more attractive to visitors and it ushers in the Hampton Inn by Hilton brand in Lloydminster," said Clare Janitz, general manager. "The close proximity to local businesses combined with moder