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California's Orange County 50 Largest Hotels Report a 2% Growth in Meeting Space in 2004, Mainly a Result of Renovations, No New Hotels / Sandi C
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report California's Orange County 50 Largest Hotels Report a 2% Growth in Meeting Space in 2004 - Mainly a Result of Renovations, No New Hotels By Sandi Cain, January 2005 Orange County Business Journal Staff Disneyland Hotel: No. 1 with 136,000 square feet of meeting space Meeting space in Orange County is in a holding pattern. The countys 50 largest hotels with meeting space reported a 2% jump in space in the past year, mainly as a result of renovations and re-configurations that added a combined 25,374 square feet of space. That brings the total of indoor meeting space at the co...
Novotel Returns to Singapore With Prime Hotel Site / January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Novotel Returns to Singapore With Prime Hotel Site-- New Otani to be upgraded and re-launched as Novotel Clarke Quay -- BANGKOK, 27 January 2005 - Accor is bringing its renowned 4-star Novotel brand back to Singapore with the re-branding of Hotel New Otani to Novotel Clarke Quay Singapore. The re-branding is effective immediately and will be followed by a comprehensive multi-million dollar refurbishment and upgrading programme to rooms and public areas due for completion by the end of September 2005. To celebrate the addition of Novotel Clarke Quay Singapore to...
Nirvana Enables Hotels and Resorts to Gain Internet Bookings for Spa and Other Resort Services/January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Nirvana Enables Hotels and Resorts to Gain Internet Bookings for Spa and Other Resort Services Atlanta (Jan. 10, 2005) -- Nirvana Technology today announced the rollout of BookNow! a dynamic online Activity Booking service for hotel company and hotel websites. Nirvana hosts a world-class on-demand activities service that enables prospective guests to self-book resort activities and services from anywhere in the world. Properties do not need special equipment or expertise to connect through Nirvana technology. BookNow! has capabilities that allow hotels to...
Owners of the Holiday Inn in Navarre Beach, Florida Have Not Decided Whether to Renovate or Bulldoze and Build a New Hotel / January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality ExecutiveBy Kari C. Barlow, Northwest Florida Daily News, Fort Walton BeachKnight Ridder/Tribune Business News Jan. 27, 2005 - NAVARRE BEACH -- The loss of the island's only hotel has local tourism officials bracing for bleak days ahead. Owners of the Holiday Inn, which sits on Gulf Boulevard and was severely damaged by Hurricane Ivan, have not decided whether to rebuild or repair. The gulfside hotel, which has served the area for three decades, is not booking reservations earlier than October. "Because we're in limbo I don't want people making plans for their vacation and then us not be able to hon...
Spokane's Landmark Montvale Hotel Reopens after $3 million Renovation / January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Discount Hotels London, Sydney, Rome, AmsterdamParis, Melbourne, Lisbon, Barcelona, Berlin, Hong Kong, New York, Auckland Discount Hotels London, Sydney, Rome, AmsterdamParis, Melbourne, Lisbon, Barcelona, Berlin, Hong Kong, New York, Auckland Spokane's Landmark Montvale Hotel Reopens after $3 million Renovation SPOKANE, WASH. January 21, 2005 - ConoverBond Development announces the long anticipated opening of the Montvale Hotel. Built in 1899 and abandoned in 1974, the 36-room Montvale re-opens as both Spokanes oldest and newest hotel. ...
Convention Center in Downtown Montgomery, Alabama Receiving $85 million Expansion and 300 room Hotel / January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality ExecutiveBy Sebastian Kitchen, Montgomery Advertiser, Ala.Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Jan. 27, 2005 - The fence is up and demolition has started on the much-anticipated $85 million four-star hotel and convention center project aimed at bringing more tourism and conventions to downtown Montgomery. "This will be a tremendous attraction for the city of Montgomery," said Jim Buckalew, vice president of the company overseeing the convention center project. "A four-star hotel downtown next to the convention center will add to the development going on in the downtown area." Construction crews co...
Results of Survey of Travelers with Disabilities / Microtel Inns & Suites / January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Results of Survey of Travelers with Disabilities / Microtel Inns & Suites ATLANTA, Jan. 6, 2004 - Microtel Inns & Suites, the all-newly constructed chain of budget/economy hotels, and the World Congress & Exposition on Disabilities (WCD) have announced the results of their jointly sponsored Survey of Travelers with Disabilities. The survey was conducted at the annual WCD Expo in order to expand initiatives to educate the industry about the needs of travelers with disabilities, and to encourage hotels to better serve this market. The majority of respondents took several tr...
Metamend Selected by Club Intrawest For Search Engine...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Metamend Selected by Club Intrawest For Search Engine Optimization Victoria, B.C. (Jan. 13, 2005) -- Metamend today announced the firm's search engine optimization technology and website optimization services have been selected by Club Intrawest, for www.clubintrawest.com. Thousands of skiers and golfers rate Intrawest among the leaders in the leisure industry. With a network of vacation destinations ranging from towering ski mountains to endless miles of emerald green championship golf courses and unspoiled, pristine beaches, the Club I...
New PCMA MeetingMatrix Partnership Brings State-of-the-Art Space Verification to the Meetings Industry...
January 30, 2005
New PCMA MeetingMatrix Partnership Brings State-of-the-Art Space Verification to the Meetings Industry CHICAGO (Jan. 7, 2005) – The Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) has partnered with MeetingMatrix™ International, Inc. to develop an internationally recognized event space management standard: PCMA Space Verification. This strategic alliance will provide meeting professionals with the most accurate, streamlined, and efficient event space communication tool in the industry. Through this new program, MeetingMatrix™ provides both event planners a...
Marriott Launches at Your Service(R) Pre-Arrival Planning Across 2,500 Hotels Globally/January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive Jan. 13, 2005 -- A few mouse clicks and room service will be waiting upon your arrival. And the local weather report will help you decide what to pack. Or the convenience of an airport shuttle can be confirmed. These are just a few of the services that guests will be able to request online via Marriott International, Inc.'s At Your Service(R) pre-arrival planning service and "virtual concierge," effective Jan. 25. Marriott's At Your Service(R) program focuses on the total guest experience from point of reservation to check-out. As part of the pre-arrival p...
Marriott Launches at Your Service(R) Pre-Arrival Planning Across 2,500 Hotels Globally/January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive Jan. 13, 2005 -- A few mouse clicks and room service will be waiting upon your arrival. And the local weather report will help you decide what to pack. Or the convenience of an airport shuttle can be confirmed. These are just a few of the services that guests will be able to request online via Marriott International, Inc.'s At Your Service(R) pre-arrival planning service and "virtual concierge," effective Jan. 25. Marriott's At Your Service(R) program focuses on the total guest experience from point of reservation to check-out. As part of the pre-arrival p...
Coupland Joins Generation as CFO...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive Hong Kong, (January 10, 2005) -- Clemens Hoerth was recently appointed as the new General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Majapahit, Surabaya. He has been working with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group since 1997, where he started his career with Mandarin Oriental, Manila, after which he joined The Oriental, Singapore in the capacity as Resident Manager in April 2000. In his previous assignment, Clemens Hoerth was responsible for all operational departments in the Hotel. During his 4 years tenure, the Hotel was internationally recognized with the following ...
Conley Takes on Chef Post at Award-winning Azul – Signature Dining Spot at Mandarin Oriental, Miami/January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive MIAMI, Fla. (Jan. 10, 2005) – After an international search, Mandarin Oriental, Miami has selected Chef Clay Conley as Chef de Cuisine at Azul, the hotel’s 120-seat waterfront restaurant. Chef Conley will officially take the helm on January 15, 2005 with his new menu to debut in early February.The rising star chef honed his culinary reputation at Todd English’s acclaimed Olives restaurant, where he served as executive chef and culinary director for the last eight years. “We are thrilled to bring the talents of Chef Conley to Miami and Azul,” said...
Maestro Property Management Suite Selected by Seven Additional Full-Service Hotels in One Month for 1st Quarter Installation / January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online .Special Report Maestro Property Management Suite Selected by Seven Additional Full-Service Hotels in One Month for 1st Quarter Installation Orders Double for Robust Maestro Integrated PMS, Sales & Catering, Point of Sale and Online Table Reservations, and ResEze Online Booking Engine Functionality Markham, ON January 26, 2005 NORTHWIND, a provider of enterprise property management and reservation solutions for hospitality, announced today its Maestro Property Management Suite was selected by seven additional properties across the US for installation in the first quarter of 2005. NORTHWIND...
Maria Streeby Appointed General Manager of Kimpton's Cypress Hotel in Cupertino, California / January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Maria Streeby Appointed General Manager of Kimpton's Cypress Hotel in Cupertino, California CUPERTINO, Calif. (January 10, 2005) - Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group, has announced the appointment of Maria Streeby to the position of general manager of the 224-room Cypress Hotel, located in Cupertino, CA, the heart of the Silicon Valley. Streeby has served in several diverse positions during her career, primarily with large hotel groups such as Westin Hotels and Resorts and Doubletree Hotels. Most recently, she served at Accenture as facilities and services manager, responsible ...
The Outstanding Year that Was: MK Records $1.3 Billion in Hotel Real Estate Transactions in 2004 / January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report The Outstanding Year that Was: MK Records $1.3 Billion in Hotel Real Estate Transactions in 2004 Los Angeles, California January 19, 2005 Evidence that 2004 was a banner year for hotel real estate transactions continues to mount. Robert Koger, President of Molinaro Koger (MK), one of the worlds leading hotel real estate brokerage companies, announced today at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) that MK closed a record $1.3 billion in hotel real estate transactions in 2004. In our 45 year history of handling hotel real estate, 2004 has been the most active transactional...
Molinaro Koger Structures Sale of Hilton College Station & Conference Center / January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Molinaro Koger Structures Sale of Hilton College Station & Conference Center McLean, Virginia January 24, 2005 Molinaro Koger announced today that they advised an investment partnership led by Lane Hospitality and LNR Property Corporation in the sale of the Hilton College Station & Conference Center, College Station, Texas. JER Partners purchased the 303-room property, which will retain the Hilton flag and be managed by Sage Hospitality. Given the propertys excellent cash flow, strong brand affiliation and recent $6 million renovation, the Hilton attracted significant investor in...
MGM MIRAGE to Partner With CapitaLand to Submit Proposal for...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online News for the Hospitality Executive MGM MIRAGE to Partner With CapitaLand to Submit Proposal for Singapore Resort Jan. 21, 2005 -- MGM MIRAGE and CapitaLand (SGX-ST: CAPL), one of the largest listed property companies in Asia, have agreed to submit a joint concept proposal to the Singapore government for the development of an integrated entertainment resort complex at Marina Bayfront in Singapore. This joint proposal agreement is in response to the Singapore Tourism Board's invitation to interested parties to submit concepts (RFC) for an Integrated ...
Marriott Hotel Owners and Franchisees Investing $190 million in New Bedding; Claims New Bedding to be Cleanest and Freshest of Any Major Hotel Chain
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Discount Hotels London, Sydney, Rome, AmsterdamParis, Melbourne, Lisbon, Barcelona, Berlin, Hong Kong, New York, Auckland Discount Hotels London, Sydney, Rome, AmsterdamParis, Melbourne, Lisbon, Barcelona, Berlin, Hong Kong, New York, Auckland Marriott Hotel Owners and Franchisees Investing $190 million in New Bedding - Claims New Bedding to be Cleanest and Freshest of Any Major Hotel Chain Plusher Mattresses, Softer Sheets, More Pillows, and a New, Fresh, White Look WASHINGTON, D.C. Jan. 25, 2005 Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) to...
Luxe Worldwide Hotels Celebrates 2004 with Record Portfolio and Revenue Growth! / January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Luxe Worldwide Hotels Celebrates 2004 with Record Portfolio and Revenue Growth! 2004 was a banner year for Luxe Worldwide Hotels (LWH), a unique and innovative hotel representation company specializing in customized services for deluxe independent properties worldwide. Luxe announced stellar expansion and record-breaking revenue increases for the year 2004. With a 33% portfolio increase in 2004, Luxe now represents 175 members in key destinations throughout 27 countries. New Luxe members include six hotels in the U.S. as well as properties in Asia, Australia, Italy, France and Spain. Luxe...
PKF Consulting’s Jeff Lugosi Promoted...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report PKF Consulting’s Jeff Lugosi Promoted to Senior Vice President -- Los Angeles executive instrumental in growth of Southern California hospitality practice -- Los Angeles, Calif. (Jan. 5, 2005) -- Jeff Lugosi, a former vice president in the Los Angeles office of national hospitality consulting firm PKF Consulting, has been promoted to Senior Vice President, effective January 1, 2005, according to Bruce Baltin, PKF Consulting Sr. Vice President and head of the firm’s Los Angeles office. Lugosi, 44, joine...
Quinlan Private Forms Luxury Hotel Company, Maybourne Hotel Group; Will Own and Manage The Berkeley, Claridge's and The Connaught / January 200
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Quinlan Private Forms Luxury Hotel Company, Maybourne Hotel Group;Will Own and Manage The Berkeley, Claridge's and The Connaught LONDON - Jan. 25, 2005--Quinlan Private, the leading international property investment and advisory group, announces the formation of a new super-luxury hotel company, Maybourne Hotel Group. Maybourne Hotel Group will own and manage The Berkeley, Claridge's and The Connaught which, together with The Savoy, were bought last year by a group of investors led and advised by Quinlan Private. These properties were previously m...
Lodgian Sells Two Hotels, Brings to 12 Properties Sold in Disposition Program...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Lodgian Sells Two Hotels, Brings to 12 Properties Sold in Disposition Program ATLANTA, Ga., January 4, 2004—Lodgian, Inc. (AMEX: LGN), one of the nation’s largest independent owners and operators of full-service hotels, today announced that it has sold two hotels as part of the company’s previously announced plan to dispose of 19 non-strategic hotels from its hotel portfolio. The hotels—the Holiday Inn in Memphis, Tenn., and the Holiday Inn in Florence, Ky.—were sold to undisclosed buyers for an ag...
Lodgian Outlines 2005 Renovation Plans; Completes 16 Hotel Renovations in 2004 / January 2005...
January 30, 2005
Hotel Online Special Report Lodgian Outlines 2005 Renovation Plans; Completes 16 Hotel Renovations in 2004 ATLANTA, Ga., January 13, 2005 Lodgian, Inc. (AMEX: LGN), one of the nations largest independent owners and operators of full-service hotels, today announced that it completed major renovations at 16 of its hotels in 2004. In addition, the company said that it has major renovations under way at 10 additional hotels, which it expects to complete in the first half of 2005, and is in the planning/bidding stage for 13 hotels that are part of Lodgians on-going renovation/upgrade program, including franch...
