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Pineapple Hospitality Purchases Portland, Oregon’s Hotel Fifty, Rebrands as Hotel Rose
Pineapple Hospitality | August 2, 2013
BELLEVUE, WA--(August 02, 2013) - Pineapple Hospitality announces its acquisition of Hotel Fifty in downtown Portland. The 140-room boutique hotel will remain open during the transition, and will be renamed and operate as Hotel Rose effective today, Aug. 1, 2013. "This is an amazing time of growth for our company," said Michelle Foreman Barnet, president of Pineapple Hospitality. "We're thrilled to bring our brand to the Portland area and look forward to introducing Pineapple Hospitality to a new audience. Additionally, we're excited for opportunities to expand our brand along the West Coast." Pineapple Hospitality purchased Hotel Fifty...
LaSalle Hotel Properties Acquires Two San Francisco Hotels for Total Purchase Price of $47.8 Million
LaSalle Hotel Properties | August 2, 2013
BETHESDA, Md.- August 02, 2013 - LaSalle Hotel Properties (NYSE: LHO) today announced that it acquired the Harbor Court Hotel and Hotel Triton, both located in San Francisco, CA for $47.8 million. The Company funded the transaction with borrowings from its Senior Unsecured Credit Facility. Harbor Court Hotel The 131-room, Harbor Court Hotel is located at 165 Steuart Street in San Francisco's financial district on the Embarcadero and offers stunning views of the San Francisco Bay. The hotel is proximate to many downtown attractions including the Ferry Building, Embarcadero Center, AT&T Park and the Moscone Convention Center. The pro...
Hotel & Resort Digital Marketing Budgets: Avoid the Headaches & Get it Right! – A Three Part Series
August 2, 2013
By: William Bellis III, Senior Corporate Marketing Manager at Vizergy®, with contributions from Joe Hyman, President & CEO, and Paul Fraser, Director of Product Management August 2, 2013 Part one of this series helps you get confidently set up for your 2014 digital marketing budget planning. It sheds light on key issues that you must consider. Part two will delve into hot topics (aka online channels) that you should heavily focus on, while part three will recommend dollar percentage allocations for said channels. Altogether, this series will provide your property's team a valuable roadmap for planning an exceptional budget. Part On...
VirtualHotel by Cardola Boosting Mobile App Engagement with Mobile Key by OpenWays
Cardola | August 2, 2013
With Mobile Key by OpenWays© now a part of the VirtualHotel mobile concierge, hotel app usage rates will soar, as guests interact with Mobile Key multiple times during the day to securely access their rooms; Joint technology will drive revenues, satisfaction, loyalty and more [SANTA ANA, CALIF.- AUGUST 2, 2013] - Cardola and OpenWays have joined forces following HITEC in an effort to ensure that hotels' guest-facing mobile apps are being used and subsequent revenues are being realized. With Mobile Key by OpenWays now part of the VirtualHotel by Cardola mobile concierge toolkit, guests will have even more reasons to engage with the hot...
Waterford Hotel Group Names Lori Woll Director of Sales at Connecticut’s Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa
Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa | August 2, 2013
Groton, CT (August 2, 2013) - Waterford Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Lori Woll to the Director of Sales position for the renowned 285-room Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa, located in Groton, CT. Woll previously served as Director of Catering for the Mystic Marriott from 2006 to 2009. The Mystic Marriott is managed by Waterford Hotel Group, a national hotel and convention center management firm. "We are delighted to welcome Lori back to the Mystic Marriott," said Brien Fox, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Waterford Hotel Group. "Lori's prior experience with the award-winning Mystic Marriott, coupled with her ext...
Detroit’s Royal Park Hotel Becomes Worldhotels’ Latest Deluxe Affiliate
Worldhotels | August 1, 2013
DETROIT, Aug. 2, 2013 -- Worldhotels today announced that the Royal Park Hotel is the newest member of its Deluxe Collection. Ideally located in the suburb of Rochester, Mich., the Royal Park Hotel is one of Detroit's most iconic hotels and is the premier choice for both business and leisure travelers. Worldhotels is one of the leading groups for independent hotels. "It is our pleasure to welcome the Royal Park Hotel into our Deluxe Collection," said Tom Griffiths, vice president, Worldhotels-The Americas. "The authentic hospitality provided by the staff at this one-of-a-kind hotel is a welcome addition for Worldhotels guests who apprec...
Palace Resorts Names New Business Development Managers of Canadian Field Sales
Palace Resorts | August 1, 2013
Diana Winters and Julie Golding Join Peter Tran in the Role MIAMI, Fla. - August 1, 2013 - Palace Resorts - the company that sets the standard in five-star, all-inclusive resort accommodations - proudly announces the addition of Diana Winters and Julie Golding as Business Development Managers of Canadian Field Sales. The team is strategically placed among the travel agency community in key markets throughout the country and will focus on developing, expanding and generating new business opportunities for the brand throughout Canada with Golding overseeing Quebec and Atlantic Canada and Winters covering Ontario and Manitoba. Also Peter T...
Landmark Hotels Group Names New Executive Team at The Kahala Hotel & Resort in Honolulu, Hawaii
The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Honolulu | August 1, 2013
Appoints Carmine Iommazzo as General Manager and Ryan Fitzgerald as Hotel Manager HONOLULU, August 1, 2013 -- Shawn Sweeney, President of The Landmark Hotels Group, management company of The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Honolulu and Makena Beach & Golf Resort, Maui has announced the promotion of Carmine Iommazzo to General Manager and the appointment of Ryan Fitzgerald to Hotel Manager of the legendary resort. Mr. Iommazzo returned to The Kahala in March this year to manage the operations of the hotel, where he was previously Director of Food and Beverage before being assigned to Makena Beach & Golf Resort in 2011. At Makena, he w...
James Horsman Named as Managing Director for the 310-key Lansdowne Resort in Leesburg, Virginia
Lansdowne Resort | August 1, 2013
LEESBURG, Va., Aug. 1, 2013 -- James Horsman, an accomplished hospitality industry veteran with more than three decades of luxury resort and hotel experience at several notable properties worldwide, has been named Managing Director at Lansdowne Resort in Leesburg, Va., resort representatives announced today. Horsman joins Lansdowne Resort after serving as the Managing Director and Vice President, Operations at the Madison Hotel in Washington, DC. The resort is managed by Destination Hotels & Resorts. "My goal is to build upon the rich history of Lansdowne and position it as the preeminent resort & club experience in Northern Vir...
Ashford Trust Reports Q2 2013 Net Loss of $1.4 M, Total Portfolio RevPAR Up 4.2%
Ashford Hospitality Trust | August 1, 2013
DALLAS, July 31, 2013 -- Ashford Hospitality Trust, Inc. (NYSE: AHT) ("the Company" or "Ashford Trust") today reported the following results and performance measures for the second quarter ended June 30, 2013. The performance measurements for Occupancy, Average Daily Rate (ADR), Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR), and Hotel Operating Profit (or Hotel EBITDA) are proforma. Unless otherwise stated, all reported results compare the second quarter ended June 30, 2013, with the second quarter ended June 30, 2012 (see discussion below). The reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures is included in the financial tables accompanying this pr...
The 115-room DoubleTree by Hilton Pune – Chinchwad Opens in India
DoubleTree By Hilton | August 1, 2013
PUNE, India - August 1, 2013 - Hilton Worldwide today announced the launch of DoubleTree by Hilton Pune - Chinchwad, the first international hotel brand to open in Chinchwad - Pimpri. Located in the heart of the Pune district's information technology and industrial belt, the 115-room property boasts upscale accommodations and amenities, including four food and beverage venues, an executive lounge, 24-hour business centre, versatile meeting and events spaces, pool, fitness centre and spa. DoubleTree by Hilton Pune - Chinchwad is conveniently located near more than 8,000 of the area's key businesses and manufacturers, including Hyundai, F...
The 167-room Courtyard New York Manhattan/Herald Square Celebrates Grand Opening
Courtyard by Marriott | August 1, 2013
August 1, 2013 - New York, NY – Courtyard by Marriott rolled out its innovative lobby and room design in the heart of Herald Square in midtown Manhattan at the grand opening celebration of the Courtyard New York Manhattan/Herald Square on July 30, 2013. The hotel's official ribbon cutting was led by Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, Mayor of the City of New York; David Marriott, COO – The Americas, Eastern Region, Marriott International; the hotel's owner, Jack Hidary, CEO – Hidrock Realty, and George Fertitta, CEO of NYC & Company, the city's marketing and tourism organization. Courtyard Herald Square - LobbyThis is the latest Cour...
Marriott Reports Q2 2013 Net Income of $179 M, Systemwide RevPAR Up 4.7%
Marriott International, Inc. | August 1, 2013
BETHESDA, Md., July 31, 2013 - View the full press release with supporting tables. SECOND QUARTER HIGHLIGHTS Second quarter diluted EPS totaled $0.57, a 36 percent increase over prior year results. Operating income increased $36 million in the second quarter to $279 million, including an estimated $20 million increase relating to the change in the fiscal calendar; North American comparable company-operated REVPAR rose 5.3 percent in the second quarter with average daily rate up 4.3 percent; On a constant dollar basis, worldwide comparable systemwide REVPAR rose 4.7 percent in the second quarter, including a 3.2 percent increase in ...
Hilton Worldwide and Dijaya Land Development Sdn Bhd to Open Hilton Okinawa Kin in Japan in 2016
Dijaya Land Development Sdn Bhd | August 1, 2013
August 1, 2013 - OKINAWA, Japan and MCLEAN. Va. - Hilton Worldwide announces the signing of a management agreement with Dijaya Land Development Sdn Bhd to manage Hilton Okinawa Kin in Kin, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa, Japan. Scheduled to open in 2016, the 190-room Hilton Okinawa Kin will be part of an integrated resort development located on the eastern side of Okinawa's main island facing Kin Bay and the Pacific Ocean. "Having operated in Japan for half a century, Hilton Worldwide today operates ten properties located in key leisure and business locations across the country, from Hokkaido in the north to Okinawa in the south, with one more t...
The Lodge and Spa at Callaway Gardens Welcomes Vickie Grace as Senior Sales Manager
Autograph Collection | August 1, 2013
PINE MOUNTAIN, Ga. (Aug. 2, 2013) The Lodge and Spa at Callaway Gardens, an elegant interpretation of a traditional mountain lodge in the heart of middle Georgia, proudly welcomes Vickie Grace, certified meeting professional (CMP), as senior sales manager to the sales team. Grace will be responsible for the association market and certain focus accounts, as she brings 22 years of sales experience and six of those years at Callaway Gardens. Grace began her career as a national accounts manager with the former Radisson Hotel Atlanta/Downtown. She then moved to Omni Hotel at CNN Center in Atlanta as a sales manager and later served as direc...
Park Hyatt Brand Debuts in Cambodia; Park Hyatt Siem Reap Opens Following Renovation and Conversion
Park Hyatt | August 1, 2013
CHICAGO (August 1, 2013) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the official opening of Park Hyatt Siem Reap, the fourteenth Hyatt property in the Southeast Asia region and the first Hyatt hotel in Cambodia. Formerly known as Hotel De La Paix, one of Cambodia's top-rated hotels, the property is reopening under the Park Hyatt brand following a 14-month top-to-bottom renovation by award-winning interior designer Bill Bensley. Home to the renowned 12th century ruins of Angkor Wat, Siem Reap has quickly emerged as one of Asia's top new destinations for culture and leisure. With its close proximity to the UNESCO world heritag...
FelCor Reports Q2 2013 Net Loss of $28.3M, RevPAR Rose 5.7%; In Process to Sell 5 Hotels for $120M
Felcor Lodging Trust | August 1, 2013
IRVING, Texas---FelCor Lodging Trust Incorporated (NYSE: FCH) today reported operating results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2013. View the full press release with all supporting tables. Highlights: Adjusted FFO per share improved to $0.21. Total revenue for comparable hotels (same-store hotels excluding eight recently rebranded Wyndham hotels) increased 6.3%. RevPAR for comparable hotels increased 5.7%. Adjusted EBITDA was $64.6 million. Net loss per share was $0.23. Sold two hotels since the first quarter. Entered into contracts to sell three hotels (one with a non-refundable deposit) and are negotiating to sell two ot...
Allen Smith Named President and CEO of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts | August 1, 2013
TORONTO, Aug. 1, 2013 -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts today announced that Allen Smith, currently CEO of Prudential Real Estate Investors, will become President and CEO of the luxury hotel company. The announcement follows an extensive global search overseen by the private company's long-term shareholders, Kingdom Holding Company, Cascade Investment and Triples Holdings. Mr. Smith, age 56, will take up his new position on September 23, 2013. Mr. Smith has served as CEO of Prudential Real Estate Investors (PREI), one of the world's largest real estate investment managers, since 2008. Under his leadership, PREI expanded its global pres...
Charles Marshall Appointed as General Manager of Hilton Petaling Jaya in Malaysia
Hilton Petaling Jaya | August 1, 2013
PETALING JAYA, Malaysia - August 1, 2013 - Hilton Worldwide today announced the appointment of Charles Marshall as general manager of Hilton Petaling Jaya. Marshall will continue to grow the hotel's business with the refurbished guest rooms, executive lounge and ballroom. Marshall has over 30 years experience in International Hospitality across the geographic regions of Europe, Mediterranean, Africa and Asia. Marshall's career in international hotels progressed through various positions in Food and Beverage in London, South Africa and the Mediterranean followed by Resident Manager in London and General Manager at George InterContinental...
Educational Institute’s Monique Donahue Receives 2013 Spirit of CHART Award
American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute | August 1, 2013
Orlando, Florida, August 2013 - Monique Donahue, CHT, CMHS, vice president of research and development for the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (EI), was recently honored with the Spirit of CHART Award presented by the Council of Hotel And Restaurant Trainers (CHART) during its summer conference in Miami, Florida. The award is presented to CHART members who have assisted in moving the organization forward through contributions that have been above and beyond expectations. The Spirit of CHART Award represents the essence of a CHART member's commitment to excellence, quality and service. Donahue, who has been with EI sin...
BridgeStreet Names Shaun Hinds Managing Director, International Operations
BridgeStreet | August 1, 2013
HERNDON, Va. - August 1, 2013 - BridgeStreet Residences, Serviced Apartments and Suites global hospitality provider continues to strengthen its executive leadership team with the announcement of Shaun Hinds as Managing Director, International Operations. In this position, Hinds leads all non-U.S. operational functions throughout EMEA and APAC, as well as working collaboratively with BridgeStreet's Sales, Marketing, Development and Finance divisions to lead current strategy and planning. "Shaun is a dynamic industry expert and leader, and we are thrilled to welcome him as Managing Director, International Operations," said BridgeStreet Pr...
CSM Lodging Appoints Willy So Assistant General Manager for the Hilton Garden Inn, Portland, Oregon
CSM Lodging | August 1, 2013
Minneapolis, Minnesota, August 1, 2013 - CSM Lodging, a division of CSM Corporation, has named Willy So assistant general manager for the Hilton Garden Inn Portland, Oregon. Brandon Carter, general manager, made the announcement. "I am so pleased to welcome Willy to the Hilton Garden Inn," said Mr. Carter. "He brings a fresh perspective to our hotel, based on significant operational and guest services experience. He is also an excellent communicator." Willy So previously served in the dual roles of guest relations manager and evening manager for the DoubleTree by Hilton of Portland. He was promoted to these positions following service a...
Jim Alderman Rejoins Kimpton as Senior Vice President, Acquisitions and Development
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants | August 1, 2013
SAN FRANCISCO (August 1, 2013) - San Francisco based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants today announced the appointment of Jim Alderman as Senior Vice President of Acquisitions and Development based in Atlanta. In this new role, Alderman will be responsible for corporate development and growth initiatives in the eastern half of the U.S., along with other development and acquisition projects across the brand. As a seasoned real estate, private equity finance and development veteran, Alderman brings more than 30 years of experience working with such top hospitality brands as Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Wyndham, Bristol Hotels and Holiday...
One General Managers Story: How a High Trip Advisor Ranking Creates a Cycle of Success for Hoteliers
Glenn Eleiter | August 1, 2013
by Glenn Eleiter, B.Comm. When I started my career, opening a behemoth resort in Whistler, BC, we would receive guest feedback. It came in the form of Guest Comment Cards. After a guest checked out of the property, some lucky soul in the Executive Office was tasked with stuffing a Comment Card into an envelope; slapping a stamp on it and sending it out in the post. Hundreds would be sent out. A few would be returned. The card would then begin a circumnavigation around the hotel. From the GM office to the number two. Then to the directors of the property and eventually, maybe a month after it was received, it would make its way down to t...
