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Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau Unveils Strategic Plan & Marketing Initiatives
The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) | November 4, 2013
MIAMI (November 4, 2013) - At the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau's (GMCVB) Annual Meeting today, its staff and 500 of its partners learned that the destination's Travel & Tourism Industry is on target for another record year including welcoming more than 14.1 million overnight visitors. Setting its sights on the future, the GMCVB presented its new five-year Strategic Plan, Destination Miami, resulting from a year-long study taking a comprehensive look at the Travel & Tourism Industry in Greater Miami and the Beaches commissioned by the GMCVB. Five key recommendations were presented including the unveiling of two ...
TravelClick Hosts Complimentary Webinar on Q3 2013 Hotel Industry Performance
TravelClick | November 4, 2013
Insight to Action - Effectively Using Business Intelligence to Gain Competitive Advantage Webinar Taking Place November 19 & 20, 2013 NEW YORK (November 4, 2013) - TravelClick, global provider of innovative cloud-based solutions that enable hotels to grow revenue, will present three free webinars on November 19 and 20 to review third quarter 2013 hotel performance results and trends. Findings will be presented by TravelClick executives John Hach, senior vice president, global product management, and Tim Hart, executive vice president, business intelligence. The webinars will be moderated by Barbara Taylor Carpender, president and CE...
Best Western Opens Eight Properties in October 2013
Best Western International | November 4, 2013
PHOENIX (November 4, 2013) Property name: BEST WESTERN Lake Cumberland Inn (18108) Property location: Monticello, KY # of rooms: 60 Conversion (from independent) Property name: BEST WESTERN Campus Inn (50141) Property location: River Falls, WI # of rooms: 80 Conversion (from independent) Property name: BEST WESTERN PLUS Minneapolis Northwest (24140) Property location: Brooklyn Center, MN # of rooms: 83 Conversion (from AmericInn) Property name: BEST WESTERN PLUS Orchid Hotel & Suites (05706) Property location: Roseville, CA # of rooms: 174 Conversion (from independent) Property name: BEST WESTERN Germantown Inn (50140) Property loca...
COMO Hotels Chooses AAA Parking For First US Property
AAA Parking | November 4, 2013
Miami, Florida - November 4, 2013 - Singapore-based COMO Hotels plans to open its first US property in Miami Beach in November and AAA Parking will provide 24 hour full service valet parking to guests. Metropolitan by COMO is located at the site of the former Traymore Hotel that was originally built in 1939 and will be the first of several new hotel projects coming soon from this emerging corridor of Miami Beach. COMO purchased the nine-story building in 2012 for $17.5 million and promptly gutted it down to bare concrete. A top-to-bottom renovation of the property will offer 74 guest rooms, two pools, a seafood restaurant and a several ...
Partnership Acquires Hawaii’s OHANA Waikiki West Hotel; Renovation Planned to Start Spring 2014
Rockpoint Group | November 4, 2013
Honolulu, HI November 4, 2013 - A partnership formed by Rockpoint Group with BlackSand Capital (including local developers Kobayashi Group and The MacNaughton Group) and Evolution Hospitality today announced it has purchased the building and improvements that comprise the OHANA Waikiki West Hotel and entered into a long-term ground lease for the property with Queen Emma Land Company. The partnership plans to completely renovate and reposition the hotel under a phased renovation schedule. Outrigger Hotels Hawaii, which has overseen the hotel since the early 1970s, will continue to manage the property and any transition of management will...
MICROS Subsidiary, JTECH Communications, Appoints Discover Systems New Master Distributor
JTECH Communications, Inc. | November 4, 2013
For Europe, Africa and Middle East, Discover will elevate service levels and product access to industry leading JTECH wireless solutions. Columbia, MD - November 4, 2013 - JTECH Communications, wholly-owned subsidiary of MICROS Systems, Inc., a leading provider of information technology solutions for the hospitality and retail industries, today announced the appointment of Discover Systems A/S as new master distributor for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East (EAME). Discover Systems is based in Odense, Denmark, with offices in Sweden and Germany. From this north-central continental European location, Discover Systems will sell and suppo...
Accor Sells its 19.4% Stake in Tourism Asset Holdings Ltd. (TAHL) to Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
Accor | November 4, 2013
November 4, 2013 - As part of its asset management strategy, Accor announces the sale of its 19.4% stake in the Tourism Asset Holdings Ltd. (TAHL), Australia's largest hotel owning Company, to the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) for a value of AU$66m (€46m), and a repayment of AU$76m (€53m) loans. TAHL owns 31 hotels in Australia (4,097 rooms), all of which are operated by Accor through lease or management contracts under the ibis, ibis budget, ibis Styles, Mercure, Novotel and Pullman brands. All contracts will be maintained. ...
AC Hotel in Cincinnati Announces Marriott As Brand
BuildCentral | November 4, 2013
Hotel-Online and BuildCentral Add/Update 136 Hotel Projects to the New Hotel Construction Projects Database Chicago, IL. November 4, 2013 - Hotel-Online and BuildCentral have added or updated 136 hotel projects in the last two weeks to Hotel Construction, a nationwide database of hotel construction projects, openings, and key decision makers (Owner/Developers, Architects and Contractors). These proposed hotels are still in the planning stages. Now is the perfect time to have your product drawn into plans, or offer construction services: The Vine Inn and Suites (Los Angeles, CA) Dallas Midtown Hotels (Dallas, TX) 8 Maiden Lane Hotel ...
Rainmaker Implements GuestREV® Revenue Management System at Chickasaw Nation Properties in Oklahoma
WinStar World Casino and Resort | November 4, 2013
Two-Way Go-Live at WinStar World Casino and Resort, the Inn at WinStar, and the Artesian Hotel, Casino & Spa ATLANTA, GA - November 4, 2013 - Only weeks after receiving Info-Tech Research Group's Trend Setter Award for its "innovative approach of introducing gaming revenue to the revenue management modeling" and for having the "perfect system for cutting-edge casino-hotels looking to make decisions based on total guest value," The Rainmaker Group today announced that it has successfully implemented its GuestREV® revenue management system at WinStar World Casino and Resort, the Inn at WinStar in Thackerville, Okla., and the Artesia...
Former Cruise Liner Queen Elizabeth 2 to Become Luxury Hotel in Asia; 2015 Completion Planned
Strand Development | November 4, 2013
Nov. 04--DUBAI -- The former cruise liner Queen Elizabeth 2 is to be turned into a luxury hotel, according to the German cruise portal Cruisetricks, which reports the Cosco shipyard in Zhoushan, China has been contracted for the refit. The refurnishing is due to be completed in 2015. The 990 cabins will be changed into 400 suites ranging from 60 to 150 square metres in size. In addition, the public areas will be renovated and a museum and a shopping arcade will be added. It is not clear yet where the ship will be permanently docked as a hotel. The owner only confirmed it will be somewhere in Asia. ...
Germany’s Biggest Hotel to Get Even Bigger: The Estrel in Berlin Plans 700-room Expansion
Holiday Inn Express hotels | November 4, 2013
Nov. 04--BERLIN -- Germany's largest hotel is about to get even bigger. The Estrel in Berlin is planning the construction of a new conference centre as well as an adjoining 700-room hotel which will be integrated into a 176-metre-tall tower, says Visit Berlin. That will also make Estrel the tallest hotel in Germany. The Marriott Hotel in Westend Gate in Frankfurt currently holds that distinction. The ground and top floors of the tower will be accessible for non-guests. The Estrel currently has 1,125 rooms, conference space and event space. Berlin's hotel market is fiercely competitive. A number of new buildings have opened in recent yea...
Napa’s Milliken Creek Inn and Spa Joins Four Sisters Inns Collection
Four Sisters Inns | November 1, 2013
(NAPA, CALIF.) – Napa Valley's acclaimed Milliken Creek Inn and Spa has joined the Four Sisters Inns collection, it was announced today by Four Sisters Inns President Shelley Post. The boutique property will be managed and marketed by the company, which has several other inns in the wine country, as well as other California destinations. Connie Gore will continue as General Manager of the inn. Secluded on three acres overlooking the Napa River, Milliken Creek Inn and Spa is known for its sumptuous accommodations and luxurious spa. Its 12 stylish rooms offer plush king beds outfitted with top-quality linens, marble baths with oversized...
The 159-room Hyatt Place Omaha/Downtown Old Market Opens in Nebraska Led by GM John Tysdal
Hyatt Place | November 1, 2013
CHICAGO (November 1, 2013) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announces the opening of Hyatt Place Omaha/Downtown Old Market, the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Nebraska. The hotel's 35 new associates join an existing Hyatt family in Omaha of more than 500 associates in the company's Worldwide Reservation Center, which provides reservation assistance, customer service and sales support for all Hyatt-branded hotels worldwide. "Omaha is not just a great place to travel for baseball, entrepreneurship, great steak, and more, but it has also been a great home to Hyatt's reservation center for more than 40 years," said John Tysdal, ge...
Orient-Express Hotels Reports Q3 2013 Adjusted Net Earnings of $18.5M; Same Store RevPAR Up 20%
Orient-Express Hotels | November 1, 2013
October 31, 2013 05:05 PM Eastern Daylight Time Third quarter same store revenue per available room ("RevPAR") up 20% in US dollars and 19% in local currency compared to prior-year quarter Third quarter total revenue up 19% to $191.2 million from $161.0 million in prior-year quarter Third quarter adjusted EBITDA up 28% to $53.1 million from $41.6 million in prior-year quarter Net debt to adjusted EBITDA of 4.0 times at September 30, 2013, down from 4.8 times at December 31, 2012 For the full earnings statement and tables please visit: http://www.orient-expresshotelsltd.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=122664&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=18711...
HFTP 2013-2014 Global Executive Committee and Board of Directors Begin Term
Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) | November 1, 2013
AUSTIN, TEXAS, USA (November 1, 2013) - Today, the Global Executive Committee and Board of Directors for Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) officially begin their 2013-2014 term. The association leaders represent a variety of hospitality industry segments (clubs, hotels, academics and management companies), and will use their professional expertise to help guide the association as it carries out its strategic plan. Upcoming goals for the association include growing globally, successfully serving the current global membership and continued development of the Global Hospitality Accounting Common Practices (GHACP), a...
Jerry Trieber Begins Term as HFTP Global President
Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) | November 1, 2013
AUSTIN, TEXAS, USA (November 1, 2013) - Today, Jerry Trieber, CPA, CHAE, CFE, CFF, CGMA officially starts his term as Global President for Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP), with a directive to lead the association in carrying out its strategic goals. Trieber is regional director of accounting for Crestline Hotels and Resorts based out of Virginia. A member for 16 years, Trieber was recently honored at the HFTP Annual Convention & Tradeshow this past October in Dallas, Texas. "I am looking forward to working with the Global Board of Directors and Executive Committee to continue 'to lead and advance the hospit...
Bahia Husband Joins W Retreat & Spa, Vieques Island as Director of Sales & Marketing
W Retreat & Spa, Vieques Island | November 1, 2013
New York (Nov. 1, 2013) - W Retreat & Spa - Vieques Island expands its sales team with the appointment of Bahia Husband as Director of Sales & Marketing. With 15 years of sales and hospitality expertise, Husband is armed with a fresh vision fused with a proven track record for success. "Bahia is a strong addition to the W Vieques leadership team bringing strategic focus, hospitality know-how, and energetic passion - all of which will continue to elevate W Retreat & Spa to become a destination within a destination," said Greg White, General Manager of W Retreat & Spa, Vieques Island. As Director of Sales and Marketing, Hu...
Colorado’s Renaissance Denver Downtown City Center Names Michael J. Damion as General Manager
the Renaissance Denver Downtown City Center | November 1, 2013
Set for Q1 2014 Opening, Also Names Judy Esterbrook as Director Of Sales & Marketing DENVER - November 1, 2013 - Today, Renaissance Denver Downtown City Center is proud to announce the selection of Michael J. Damion as general manager, and Judy Esterbrook as director of sales and marketing. The pair will lead pre-opening and opening efforts of the highly anticipated hotel. Located in downtown Denver's beloved Colorado National Bank building, Renaissance Denver Downtown City Center provides guests with a modern experience in one of Colorado's most historic buildings, originally construed in the early 1900s. The hotel will feature 230...
Dean Nakasone Appointed as General Manager of the Outrigger Reef on the Beach in Honolulu, Hawaii
Outrigger Enterprises Group | November 1, 2013
HONOLULU, OAHU, HAWAII - November 1, 2013 - Outrigger® Enterprises Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Dean Nakasone as general manager of the Outrigger Reef on the Beach, effective November 1, 2013. As general manager, Nakasone will be responsible for overseeing the resort's day-to-day operations and staff management, as well as planning, organizing and directing all hotel services and ensuring a balance between customer satisfaction, effective business management and financial viability for the property. "Dean is a valued and respected member of the Outrigger team and brings a wealth of experience to this new leadership r...
Owner Mukesh Dhanani Opens the 42-room BEST WESTERN Germantown Inn in Germantown, Wisconsin
Best Western International, Inc. | November 1, 2013
GERMANTOWN, Wis., November 1, 2013 - Best Western International announces the opening of the BEST WESTERN Germantown Inn, located at W190N10862 Commerce Circle. Owned by Mukesh Dhanani, this 100% smoke free hotel features 42 guest rooms and four guest suites. Hotel amenities include a complimentary breakfast, indoor heated pool, hot tub, and fitness center. Each room is equipped with a 32" flat screen television, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and free wireless Internet access. For business travelers, the hotel offers a business center with printing and faxing services, and free wireless Internet access in all public areas. Meeti...
Thought Leaders Debate the Future of Revenue Strategy, at Inaugural Revenue Strategy Summit (RSS)
Duetto | November 1, 2013
Powered by Duetto, the RSS Will be Held November 12, 2013 at the Affinia Manhattan Hotel New York, November 1, 2013 ... Where can hotel professionals get guidance on how to leverage trends in technology, marketing and distribution to maximize revenue - as they network with the leading lights of the industry in an intimate, business-focused setting? It will be happening at the inaugural Revenue Strategy Summit (RSS), a gathering of thought leaders and practitioners who will examine forces reshaping the hospitality industry and discuss how marketing and technology must evolve to meet new demands. Distinguished speakers and panel participa...
Completing Conversion the 427-guest room Hilton Meadowlands Opens in East Rutherford, New Jersey
PMHS | November 1, 2013
MCLEAN, Va. and MEADOWLANDS, N.J. - November 1, 2013 - Northern New Jersey's newest Hilton Hotels & Resorts property, the 427-guest room Hilton Meadowlands, is now open at Two Meadowlands Plaza in East Rutherford. The property, which recently completed the first phase of a multi-million dollar renovation, will convert from the Sheraton flag. Offering stunning views of the New York skyline, Hilton Meadowlands is situated across the street from the Meadowlands Complex, New Jersey's sports and entertainment hub; minutes from MetLife Stadium, host to the 2014 Super Bowl; four miles from New York City and 15 minutes from Newark Liberty I...
Europe Sees Highest Level of Hotel Transactions Since 2007, Says HVS London
HVS | November 1, 2013
With three quarters of the year now completed, 2013 continues on track to record the highest level of European hotel sales since 2007, although with momentum trailing off from the very strong levels of activity seen in Q4 2012 and particularly Q1 2013 (with reduced recent activity being due to a relative shortage of properties currently on the market). Total sales for 2013 are expected to surpass the €.7 billion recorded in 2011, although still being far below the €.15 billion to €.20 billion recorded in each of the boom years of 2005, 2006 and 2007, when the easy availability of substantial debt finance led to an unprecedented le...
Waramaug Hospitality Acquires the 215-room Crowne Plaza Metro North in Dublin, Ohio
Waramaug Hospitality | November 1, 2013
Renovation to Begin; Interstate Hotels & Resorts to Manage BOCA RATON, FLORIDA, November 1, 2013 - Waramaug Hospitality, a private investment group along with Interstate Hotels and Resorts, announced today they have acquired the 215-room Crowne Plaza Metro North in Dublin, Ohio. The Crowne Plaza is located in the heart of Dublin, a northwest suburb of Columbus. Dublin is home to the annual Memorial Golf Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club. The property offers 13,000 square feet of meetings space and is minutes away from the Columbus Zoo, Zoombezi Bay, as well as Ohio State University. "The hotel has strong investment potential...
