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Jean-Paul Nel Named GM of Frenchman’s Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort, St. Thomas (USVI)
Frenchman's Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort | August 5, 2013
ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands (August 5, 2013) - Jean-Paul Nel has been named General Manager of Frenchman's Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort. In this position, he will oversee the overall operations of the iconic 450-room property on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. A 30-year Marriott veteran, Nel most recently served as Area Vice President for the UK North region, which is a part of Marriott Europe. Prior to this, he held the position of Vice President of Operations for UKIMEA (United Kingdom, Ireland, Middle East, and Africa), where he oversaw all operational aspects of the region and played a key role in the developme...
Whitepaper: Hotel Distribution 500 Shades – Mostly Grey
RateGain | August 5, 2013
Hotel distribution often creates a confusing technology picture. As solutions proliferate and evolve, opportunities emerge to combine and simplify. Successful integration between previously separate applications and vendors is also becoming more common. This paper examines the background to the 500 shades of complexity and suggests options to help hoteliers equip themselves for more cost- effective and straightforward distribution by combining the strengths of channel management and CRS. Download Whitepaper. ...
Benchmark Names Diana Wellman as Director of Catering & Conference Services for Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Eldorado Hotel & Spa | August 5, 2013
The Woodlands (Houston), Texas, August 2013 ... Benchmark Hospitality International, a leading U.S.-based hospitality management company, has named Diana Wellman director of catering and conference services for Eldorado Hotel & Spa. Norbert Relecker, Benchmark's general manager for the property, a Benchmark Hotel® located in the heart of Santa Fe, made the announcement. "I am delighted to welcome Diana to Eldorado Hotel & Spa," said Relecker. "We're thrilled to have her join our executive team. Her vast expertise in the hospitality industry coupled with her knowledge of and previous experience with Benchmark Hospitality make he...
Marshall Hotels & Resorts Appoints S. Lynn Mucciano to Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing
Marshall Hotels & Resorts, Inc. | August 5, 2013
SALISBURY, Md., August 5, 2013 - Officials at Marshall Hotels & Resorts, Inc., a leading hotel management and services company that operates properties nationwide, today announced that S. Lynn Mucciano has been appointed executive vice president of sales and marketing. In her new role, Mucciano will oversee the sales and marketing effort for the company's 50-plus hotel and resort management portfolio. "Lynn is a career hotel sales and marketing professional who has led highly effective, creative marketing efforts for hotels in every category, from select service to full service hotels and resorts," said Mike Marshall, president and ...
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts Enters Agreement for Two Hotels in Turkey
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts | August 5, 2013
The 219-room Wyndham Izmir Özdilek Opens with the Wyndham Istanbul Levent to Follow in 2014 IZMIR, Turkey (August 5, 2013) – Wyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest hotel company with approximately 7,410 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced the addition of two new Wyndham Hotels and Resorts® properties in Turkey through franchise agreements with Özdilek Otel Turizm Isletmeciligi Ve Ticaret Limited Sirketi, a company belonging to the Özdilek Holding group. Opened this week, the five-star, 219-room Wyndham Izmir Özdilek is the first Wyndham hotel in the country to open outside of Istanbul....
The 331-room TRYP by Wyndham Hotel Panama Albrook Mall Opens in Panama City, Panama
TRYP by Wyndham | August 5, 2013
PANAMA CITY, Panama (August 5, 2013) – Wyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest hotel company with approximately 7,410 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced the opening of the 331-room TRYP by Wyndham Panama Albrook Mall, marking the select-service hotel brand's largest hotel in Central America and second property in Panama City, Panama. Its addition further supports the company's steady expansion in the Latin America region. Owned by Corporacion Hotelera de Panama, S.A., and managed by Bristol Hospitality Group, the newly constructed hotel puts guests in the heart of Panama City, close to major...
Palacio del Inka in Cusco, Peru Completes Renovation and Joins Starwood’s The Luxury Collection
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. | August 5, 2013
CUSCO, Peru -- August 5, 2013 -- Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announces the iconic Palacio del Inka in Cusco joins The Luxury Collection portfolio following an extensive $15 million renovation. Owned by Libertador Hotels, Resorts & Spas, Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco has been redesigned for a new generation of luxury travellers, offering discreet and personalized service in the in the iconic ancient capital of Peru. With this opening, Starwood expands its footprint in Peru where it now operates six hotels and resorts, including three under The Luxury Collection brand. "Latin Am...
The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya to Open in Israel in Q4 2013
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC | August 5, 2013
LONDON - August 05, 2013 – The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., the leader in luxury hospitality, has confirmed their first hotel in Israel will officially open its doors in late 2013. The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya is located in the exclusive residential seafront town north of Tel Aviv, and will be the first global luxury branded hotel in the country. "We are delighted to be opening this exceptional seafront property at a time of historic growth in incoming tourism to Israel. Global travellers will now have the opportunity to enjoy The Ritz-Carlton award- winning service and experience here as we establish the definitive luxury experi...
Commune Hotels & Resorts Transitions to Sole Ownership by Geolo Capital; Key Executive Hires Named
Commune Hotels & Resorts | August 5, 2013
SAN FRANCISCO (August 5, 2013) - Commune Hotels & Resorts, an international hospitality management company overseeing the Joie de Vivre, Thompson and Tommie hotel brands, announces an important transition today, having signed a definitive agreement to consolidate the company to sole ownership. In addition, the company is proud to introduce its new executive leadership team as it embarks on a new era. Geolo Capital, the private equity firm founded and led by John Pritzker, has purchased the 50% interest in Commune held by its joint venture partner. The joint venture, which formed Commune in 2011, brought together the Joie de Vivre an...
GuestREV® To Be A Key Technology Element Of Major Expansion Project At Mohegan Sun At Pocono Downs
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs | August 5, 2013
Addition of new seven-story hotel and adjacent convention center slated to open this fall ATLANTA, GA - August 5, 2013 - The Rainmaker Group a world leader in automated forecasting and profit optimization software and services for the Gaming & Hospitality industry, today announced that Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs has implemented its market-leading GuestREV® profit optimization system as a key technology element of its major expansion project at the Wilkes-Barre, PA, property, one of the largest and most distinctive entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the Commonwealth. Tabbed Project Sunlight, Mohegan Sun at P...
Puerto Rico’s 571-room Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza Rebranded as The Condado Plaza Hilton
The Condado Plaza Hilton | August 5, 2013
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico and MCLEAN, Va. - August 05, 2013 - Hilton Hotels & Resorts announced today that the 571-room hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico, formerly known as Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza, has been renamed and rebranded as The Condado Plaza Hilton. Joining more than 550 Hilton hotels and resorts in 79 countries across six continents, The Condado Plaza Hilton now represents the Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand's fourth hotel on the island. Designed by renowned architect Morris Lapidus, the Condado Plaza - the hotel's original name - was inaugurated in 1963. Since then, the San Juan hotel has shared a wealth of names, includi...
Hotel Assets Group Closes Seven Hotel Transactions In July
Hotel AG | August 5, 2013
ATLANTA - August 5, 2013 - Hotel AG announced today the firm closed 7 hotel transactions in the month of July. The hotels sold consisted of a 15-story CBD hotel in a top 25 market; a 12-story full service hotel in North Carolina; 1 full service hotel in the North Central US; 3 select service hotels located in Florida; and 1 small conference center resort hotel. Keith Thompson, principal of the firm, commented, "These recent transactions are representative of the various practice groups within Hotel AG including full service and select service assets." ...
Schahet Hotels Adds 100-room Wingate by Wyndham in Indianapolis, Indiana to its Management Portfolio
Schahet Hotels | August 5, 2013
Indianapolis, IN - August 5, 2013 - Schahet Hotels, Inc., an Indianapolis based hotel management company, announced today that it is now managing the 100 room Wingate by Wyndham in INTECH Park on the northwest side of Indianapolis. "We are excited to launch a new chapter for this beautiful property. With over 20 years of hotel experience in the Indianapolis market, our proven "hands-on" philosophy and team building approach will assist us to attract new customers and grow share for this great hotel in INTECH Park", said Jeffrey Brown, CEO of Schahet Hotels. Schahet Hotels will be increasing their strong presence in northwest Indianapoli...
Aston Hotels & Resorts to Manage Tuscana Resort Orlando in Davenport, Florida
Tuscana Resort Orlando by Aston | August 5, 2013
HONOLULU - August 5, 2013 - Aston Hotels & Resorts, an operating business of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), today announced the addition of Tuscana Resort Orlando in Davenport, Florida, expanding its portfolio to 28 hotels and condominium resorts. "Tuscana Resort offers guests deluxe accommodations close to Orlando's best attractions," said Kelvin Bloom, president of Aston Hotels & Resorts. "With its beautiful architecture and exceptional amenities and services, Tuscana Resort is an excellent addition to our Aston Condominium Collection." Guests experience the magic of this special Mediterranean-style resort from the mom...
New Owner for LeMeridien Dallas North; Hotel-Online and BuildCentral Have Updated 168 Hotel Profiles
BuildCentral | August 5, 2013
Hotel-Online and BuildCentral Have Updated 168 Hotels in the Last Two Weeks with Changes in Personnel, Property Management or Ownership Chicago, IL. August 5, 2013 - Hotel-Online and BuildCentral have reported 168 changes in personnel, property management and ownership in the Hotel Profiles database over the last two weeks. Many hotels are getting a fresh start with a new Owner, Property Manager or General Manager. Recommend your product or service to someone who might be looking for a change. Hotels Under New Management: Holiday Inn Pittsburgh-Monroeville (Monroeville, PA) Paramount Hotel New York (New York, NY) Ramada Inn Janesvi...
Mexico’s 700-room ClubHotel Riu Jalisco to Close at the End of August for a Complete Renovation
RIU Hotels & Resorts | August 5, 2013
Palma de Mallorca, August 5th 2013 - RIU Hotels & Resorts has announced the renovation of the ClubHotel Riu Jalisco, work for which is planned to start on 24 August 2013. This resort, located in Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, was the hotel chain's first property on the Pacific Coast of Mexico and, since 2002, has been a favourite for families, attracting thousands of tourists from all over the world. RIU will invest 12 million dollars into a complete renovation of its facilities with the new décor style which RIU is rolling out in all its new projects. The ClubHotel Riu Jalisco enjoys a seafront location on Playa Flamingos beach ...
Hotel Equities and Hotel Development Partners to Develop a Hampton Inn & Suites in Dunwoody, Georgia
Hotel Equities (HE) | August 5, 2013
Atlanta, GA-August 05, 2013 - Atlanta-based Hotel Equities (www.hotelequities.com) and its joint venture partner, Hotel Development Partners (HDP), recently gained City of Dunwoody approval to develop a mixed-use project in the Dunwoody/Perimeter Center area of Atlanta. This project will include a seven-story, 132-room Hampton Inn & Suites at the corner of Ashford Dunwoody Road and Perimeter Center North, just outside I-285 across from the highly popular Perimeter Center Mall in Dunwoody, Georgia. The location is approximately 12 miles from downtown Atlanta and 22 miles north of Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. It stands wi...
Felcor Agrees to Sell the 223-room Embassy Suites in Baton Rouge, Louisiana for $20 Million
FelCor | August 5, 2013
IRVING, Texas, August 5, 2013 - FelCor Lodging Trust Incorporated (NYSE: FCH) today announced that it has agreed to sell the 223-room Embassy Suites in Baton Rouge for $20 million. The purchaser has paid a $2.0 million non-refundable deposit toward the purchase price. FelCor expects the sale to close in August and will use all of the proceeds to repay outstanding debt. With the exception of historical information, the matters discussed in this news release include "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws that are qualified by cautionary statements herein and in FelCor's filings with the Securities a...
Crestron Introduces New Battery-Powered 2-Button Wireless Keypad
Crestron | August 5, 2013
HTT-B2EX-BATT provides simple control from the bedside in the home to the luxury hotel room Rockleigh, NJ, August 5, 2013 - Crestron today announced its new 2-Button Wireless Keypad (HTT-B2EX-BATT), the latest addition to its line of infiNET EX® wireless lighting control products. Available in black or white, the HTT-B2EX-BATT is battery-powered, portable and designed to control a wide range of applications, including as a bedside controller in homes and hotels, a personal workspace controller, or a conference room presenter selector. The new wireless keypad is sleek, lightweight, and elegantly contoured to fit comfortably in hand. Whe...
Host Hotels Reports Q2 2013 Net Income of $121 million, a 92.1% Increase; RevPAR up 6.1%
Host Hotels & Resorts | August 2, 2013
BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 2, 2013 -- Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: HST), the nation's largest lodging real estate investment trust ("REIT"), today announced results of operations for the second quarter ended June 30, 2013. On an "As Adjusted" basis, as described herein, net income for the second quarter increased $58 million, or 92.1%, and Adjusted EBITDA increased $81 million, or 23.1%, when compared to 2012. The improvements in the Company's results were driven by a 6.1% increase in comparable hotel RevPAR and strong margin growth for the second quarter. View the full press release and supporting tables As of January 1, 2013, the ...
Renaissance Seoul Hotel Deploys Motorola Digital Radios with Guestware Services
Guestware | August 2, 2013
Provider of mission-critical communication services, Motorola Solutions has announced that Renaissance Seoul Hotel has adopted Motorola Solutions MOTOTRBO SL1K digital radios and hotel guest response application, Guestware services. As part of an upgrade from its analogue-based communication system to a digital system, hotel staff communications and task management are enhanced for consistent customer service quality. Lotte Data Communications Company, the distributor of Motorola Solutions digital radio solutions, was responsible for the design and implementation of the system. Working with the MOTOTRBO radios, the Guestware service all...
It’s Time to Burst the Hotel SEO Bubble: What Hotels Really Need to Know / Vikram Singh
Vikram Singh | August 2, 2013
by Vikram Singh Hotel search engine optimization (SEO) is one of the most debated online marketing techniques in our industry. That's because its efficacy is hard to prove, and techniques have to constantly change to outmaneuver Google's updates. Google maintains strict control and secrecy about how they manage and update their search engine results pages. Of course, there are guidelines posted on their Webmaster Central product, and a few utterances here and there. This leaves the floor open for some serious speculation... Cue in the SEO "experts." I am not an SEO expert, nor have I played one on TV. But I am definitely a trained SEO o...
Sunview Companies and HES Group Open the Aloft Miami-Brickell in Florida
Aloft Hotels | August 2, 2013
STAMFORD, Conn. - August 2, 2013 - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.® (NYSE:HOT) today announced that its rapidly expanding Aloft brand has debuted in the heart of downtown Miami with the opening of Aloft Miami-Brickell. Owned and managed by a joint venture between Sunview Companies and HES Group, Aloft Miami-Brickell caters to the next generation of travelers with 160 spacious, loft-like rooms, latest technology and a buzzing, social atmosphere. It is the second Aloft hotel to open in the Miami metropolitan area following the opening of Aloft Miami Doral in March. "With its leading-edge design and social vibe, the Aloft br...
Tony Pedroni Appointed General Manager of Outrigger® Laguna Phuket Beach Resort in Thailand
Outrigger Enterprises Group | August 2, 2013
PHUKET, THAILAND - August 2, 2013 - Darren Edmonstone, Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Asia-Pacific, Outrigger Hotels and Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Tony Pedroni as general manager of the Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort in Thailand, effective August 1, 2013. Pedroni, an Irish national with 23 years' experience in hospitality, will report to William Visser, Vice President Operations, Asia-Pacific, Outrigger Hotels and Resorts. Before joining Outrigger, Pedroni was with Marriott International, most recently as general manager of the JW Marriott Resort, Phuket. Prior to that he was with The Renai...
