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Owned by the City of Wichita, the 8 Year Old Hyatt Regency Wichita Getting a $3 million Facelift / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive By Dan Voorhis, The Wichita Eagle, Kan. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Nov. 8, 2005 - The eight-year old Hyatt Regency Wichita is getting a facelift next year. The hotel is spending $3 million to install new beds, furniture and decor in its 303 rooms. The work will be done by contract crews working two floors at a time over nine weeks, beginning in January. The decor is moving toward a more brown/beige combination and a sleeker design. The televisions will be 42- inch flat-screen LCD versions. The beds have new pillow top m...
New York City is Adding Nearly 5,000 New Hotel Rooms to its Current Inventory of 70,723 by the End of 2007 / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report New York City is Adding Nearly 5,000 New Hotel Rooms to its Current Inventory of 70,723 by the End of 2007 New York, NY (November 17, 2005) - Fuelled by record visitor volume, a thriving economy, and significant additions to the tourism product, New York City is adding nearly 5,000 new hotel rooms to its current inventory of 70,723 by the end of 2007. Hoteliers are developing properties that represent exciting new trends in New York City's hotel product such as chic budget, sophisticated boutique, and comfortable value-priced hotels. Development patterns show the strength of downtow...
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report New US Job Site Launches HOTELScareers.com November 14, 2005 - HOTELScareers.com, a specialist hospitality recruitment website launches in the US, in partnership with HOTELS Magazine, the leading publication for the hospitality industry. HOTELScareers.com is a new job website for hotel professionals who are either looking for a job, or recruiting for hotels in the US. HOTELScareers.com launches with 400 online job vacancies from top US hotel brands and International hotel groups, the likes of the Ritz-Carlton and the Four Seasons. Job seekers Job seekers can search the database of jobs...
The Majority of Online Travelers Rate Hotel Visuals Among Top Influencing Factors in Selecting a Hotel Online / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report The Majority of Online Travelers Rate Hotel Visuals Among Top Influencing Factors in Selecting a Hotel Online Yet Nearly 60 Percent of Online Travelers Report Low Satisfaction With Quantity of Hotel Visuals Online TORONTO, CANADA November 14, 2005 According to a recent survey of 2,931 online U.S. adults ages 18 and over, nearly three in four (73%) who stay in hotels when they travel say they start their stay by researching hotel accommodations online. When asked to consider what factors other than price and location are important in selecting one hotel over another, online ...
HotelRooms.com Scores Record European Growth During First Six Months / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report HotelRooms.com Scores Record European Growth During First Six Months FOREST HILLS, New York -- November 14, 2005 - After a rapid expansion of its worldwide membership base of hotels and resorts, HotelRooms.com announces the opening of its first European office in Paris, France. After six, exciting months leading to trial and annual agreements with select properties, or entire portfolios of established hotel brandsChoice, InterContinental, Accor, Sol Melia, NH-Hotels, Summit / Preferred, Warwick International, Boscolo Hilton International - HotelRooms.com is adding additional resources to ...
Now Is The Time to Buy New Orleans Hotel / Stephen Rushmore / Canadian Lodging Outlook – September 2005 Year-to-Date
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Now Is The Time to Buy New Orleans Hotel CANADIAN LODGING OUTLOOK September 2005 Year-to-Date The Canadian Lodging Outlook is a joint monthly publication of Smith Travel Research and HVS International, Vancouver and Toronto, Canada . By: Stephen Rushmore, MAI, CHA - HVS International - New York The recent tragic hurricane that devastated New Orleans and the Gulf states raises the issue of hotel disasters and poses questions concerning the prognosis for a rapid and complete recovery. Since travel is largely discretionary, any type of disaster that adversely affects a travelers perc...
Larkspur Hospitality Completes $1 Million Renovation of the Former Candlewood Suites in Hillsboro, Oregon; Rebrands to Larkspur Landing, Home Suite Ho
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Larkspur Hospitality Completes $1 Million Renovation of the Former Candlewood Suites in Hillsboro, Oregon; Rebrands to Larkspur Landing, Home Suite Hotel CORTE MADERA, Calif. (November 11, 2005) Larkspur Hospitality, a Marin County-based hotel company, announced the grand re-opening of the new Larkspur Landing, Home Suite Hotel, located in Hillsboro, OR. The hotel, which was previously affiliated with the Candlewood Suites brand, recently completed a comprehensive $1 million renovation. In addition, Larkspur Hospitality is in the process of renovating three other hotels, l...
Hersha Hospitality Trust Acquires 75% Interest in the 108-suite Marriott Residence Inn and 120-suite Marriott SpringHill Suites, Both in Williamsburg,
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Hersha Hospitality Trust Acquires 75% Interest in the 108-suite Marriott Residence Inn and 120-suite Marriott SpringHill Suites, Both in Williamsburg, Virginia PHILADELPHIA, Pa., November 30, 2005Hersha Hospitality Trust (AMEX: HT), a real estate investment trust (REIT) and owner of nationally franchised, upscale and mid-scale hotels, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of a 75 percent preferred equity membership interest in the 108-suite Marriott Residence Inn and 120-suite Marriott SpringHill Suites hotels, both in Williamsburg, Va., from Chesapeake, Va.-b...
Harrah's Partners with El Reino to Develop a Caesars Resort in Spain; To Include 850-room Luxury Hotel, a 50,000-square-foot Casino, and a Forum
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Harrah's Partners with El Reino to Develop a Caesars Resort in Spain - To Include 850-room Luxury Hotel, a 50,000-square-foot Casino, and a Forum Shops Retail Center World's largest casino entertainment company to open Spain's first large-scale casino resort as part of the master-planned El Reino development Third international development announced this month highlights major global expansion of Harrah's brands into premier destinations LAS VEGAS---Nov. 30, 2005 - Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:HET) today signed an agreement with El Reino de Don Quijote de La ...
Harrah's and Slovenia Casino Operator, Hit Group, Planning Joint Venture to Develop Luxury Resort Adjacent to Border with Italy / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Harrah's and Slovenia Casino Operator, Hit Group, Planning Joint Venture to Develop Luxury Resort Adjacent to Border with Italy LAS VEGAS - Nov. 29, 2005--Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:HET) announced today that it signed a memorandum of understanding with Hit Group, a Slovenian company that operates nine casinos, to form a joint venture to develop a large-scale casino resort in Nova Gorica, Slovenia, a city on the border with Italy. Subject to all appropriate regulatory and governmental approvals and the completion of definitive documentation, the proposed development woul...
From the Inside, Harrah's New Orleans Looks As if it Could Open Immediately However, Harrah's Needs the City to Progress with its Recovery
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive By Howard Stutz, Las Vegas Review-Journal Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Nov. 14, 2005 - On any normal fall evening, the sidewalks and streets of the French Quarter would be bustling with pedestrians. The sound of jazz music would be spilling from the open-air taverns and clubs. At the nearby Harrah's New Orleans on Canal Street, thousands of customers would be wagering inside the 100,000-square-foot casino. But this particular early November night is far from normal. Two months ago, 135 mph winds and driving...
Harrah's Atlantic City May Receive $550 million Upgrade, Centerpiece of the Expansion a 964-room Hotel Tower / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Harrah's Atlantic City May Receive $550 million Upgrade, Centerpiece of the Expansion a 964-room Hotel Tower LAS VEGAS - Nov. 17, 2005 -- Continuing its commitment to the providing the very best in branded entertainment to its guests, Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:HET) today announced plans for a $550 million upgrade and expansion of Harrah's Atlantic City. Pending receipt of required approvals, Harrah's plans to build a 172,000-square-foot retail and entertainment complex, featuring numerous amenities designed to provide the ultimate in comfort and excitement to Harrah's...
The 5th Travel Internet Marketing Strategy Conference Will Delve into Emerging Trends in Internet Marketing; Agenda Set / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report The 5th Travel Internet Marketing Strategy Conference Will Delve into Emerging Trends in Internet Marketing; Agenda Set Held in Conjunction with HEDNA 2005 MCLEAN, VA (Nov. 14, 2005) The 5th Travel Internet Marketing Strategy Conference presented by the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) will delve into Emerging Trends in Internet Marketing, as expert speakers and panelists gather in San Francisco, CA, at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2005. Timed in conjunction with HEDNA 2005, the Travel Internet Marketing Strategy Conferen...
Host Marriott Acquiring 38 Luxury and Upscale Hotels from Starwood for Approximately $4.04 billion / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Host Marriott Acquiring 38 Luxury and Upscale Hotels from Starwood for Approximately $4.04 billion November 14, 2005 - Host Marriott Corporation announced today that it has signed a definitive merger agreement to acquire 38 luxury and upper upscale hotels from Starwood Hotels and Resorts ("Starwood") for approximately $4.04 billion. The portfolio consists of 25 domestic and 13 international properties and a total of 18,964 rooms managed under the Westin(R), Sheraton(R), W Hotels(R), The Luxury Collection(R) and St. Regis(R) brands*. As part of this transaction, the Company expec...
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong Receiving $140 million Renovation; Designed to Ensure the 40 Year Old Property Maintains Position as One of the Worlds Legendary Hotels HONG KONG, Oct. 24, 2005 Mandarin Oriental International Limited has announced that the comprehensive renovation planned for Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is to be completed within a single-phase eight-month period commencing at the end of 2005. The renovation program, which has been enhanced to ensure a significant re-positioning of the Groups flagship property, will cost $140 million. The extensive renovation wi...
Hong Kong Disneyland Reaches 100 Day Milestone / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Hong Kong Disneyland Reaches 100 Day Milestone BURBANK, Calif. - Nov. 23, 2005--Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, the first-of-its-kind family resort destination in China, today marked 100 days of bringing Disney magic to the world's largest audience by acknowledging the many milestones that have led to the successful opening of the park. Welcoming visitors from all over the world, the new resort has already had a profound positive impact on its guests, "cast members" and the Hong Kong economy. Since the beginning of our soft opening while we were not open every day to the public, Hong ...
A Record-breaking 769 Registrations at HFTP's 2005 Annual Convention & Tradeshow in Myrtle Beach, SC / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report A Record-breaking 769 Registrations at HFTP's 2005 Annual Convention & Tradeshow in Myrtle Beach, SC AUSTIN, TEXAS; November 7, 2005 -- Serving as a great event to make professional links, the Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) Annual Convention & Tradeshow was once again a great success. A record-breaking 769 individuals registered for the conference held October 2629 at the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel in Myrtle Beach, SC. The convention featured education sessions covering important industry topics, networking, HFTP's Annual Business Meeting and Int...
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report HEI Hospitality Acquires the 333-suite Embassy Suites Orlando Lake Buena Vista Resort in Orlando, Fla., From Strategic Hotel Capital for $56 million NORWALK, Conn., November 1, 2005 HEI Hospitality, a rapidly growing hotel ownership and operating company, today announced that it has acquired the 333-suite Embassy Suites OrlandoLake Buena Vista Resort in Orlando, Fla., from Strategic Hotel Capital (NYSE: SLH) for $56 million. HEI expects to invest approximately $6 million to renovate the guest rooms and public areas over the next two years. Merritt Hospitality, a wholly owned sub...
Time-share Tycoon David Siegel Not Maintaining Grenelefe Golf and Tennis Resort; Will Never Be the Grenelefe of Old / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive By Kelly Griffith, The Orlando Sentinel, Fla. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Nov. 18, 2005 - HAINES CITY -- Some days, time-share tycoon David Siegel wakes up and just wants to be rid of his Grenelefe Golf and Tennis Resort. Other days, he thinks it could be a first-class retirement community. Never mind that he bought the once-glorious resort in northeast Polk County -- which lured the likes of tennis great Martina Navratilova and served as a PGA Qualifying School -- for what many say was a "steal" at $12.75 million in 2...
Cendant Creates a Hotel Management Company to Oversee more than 20 Managed Wyndham Hotels; Greg Ade Named President / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Cendant Creates a Hotel Management Company to Oversee More than 20 Managed Wyndham Hotels; Greg Ade Named President PARSIPPANY, N.J. (Nov. 4, 2005) Cendant Hotel Group today announced it has established a hotel management company to manage and oversee the daily operations of its more than 20 managed Wyndham® hotels and appointed Greg Ade, a veteran lodging executive who has managed 1,000-plus-room hotels, as its president. Reporting to Steven A. Rudnitsky, Hotel Group chairman and chief executive officer, Ade will oversee the companys managed Wyndham hotels and the nearly 3,500 employ...
Great Wolf Resorts Inc. Subject of a Class-action Securities Fraud Suit / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive By Tom Daykin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Nov. 23, 2005--Great Wolf Resorts Inc. of Madison, which had a one-day stock price drop of 31 percent in July after reporting a bigger-than-expected loss, is the subject of a class-action securities fraud suit, a law firm announced Tuesday. The suit, filed by Scott + Scott LLC of Colchester, Conn., represents people who bought Great Wolf stock from Dec. 14, the day before the company began trading, and July 28, when it reported its second-quarter earn...
Northland Investment Corporation Acquires the The Historic Goodwin Hotel in Downtown Hartford, Connecticut / November 2005
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Northland Investment Corporation Acquires the The Historic Goodwin Hotel in Downtown Hartford, Connecticut Hartford, CT, October 31, 2005 The Goodwin Hotel, the award-winning luxury property located in the center of Hartfords business district at One Haynes Street, has recently been purchased by Northland Investment Corporation. Northland Investment Corporation is the developer of the landmark Hartford 21 project, located across the street from the hotel. Located within walking distance of the State Capital, government offices and cultural centers, the Goodwin Hotel has long been th...
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Napa Valleys Carneros Inn Runs Rustic Elegance Securely and Efficiently with The Concierge Assistant Software November 16, 20058 - If you are coming to the wine-country and you want to stay in the Napa Valley, surrounded by vineyards and in the midst of an apple orchard, there is only one property to choose from. The Carneros Inns 83 elegant cottages and suites are nestled among 27 acres of endless rows of grape vines in the most coveted wine growing appellation in the United States between Napa and Sonoma. The personal attention provided by The Inns concierge staff for guests in this su...
April 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Global Update: Whos Where and Doing What November 2005 Heads Above the Rest The Newsletter of The Boutique Search Firm The Americas After forty years as a distinguished hotelier, Stan Bromley has shelved his prank book and is retiring as Regional Vice President and General Manager of the Four Seasons San Francisco. Bromley, 61, attended the Ecole Hotelière in Lausanne with his first job at the Hilton Hotel in Paris. He was then recruited by James Nassikas to San Francisco's Stanford Court in 1970 as Food and Beverage Manager. Bromley was Hyatt's Vice President of Food and Beve...
