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Hotel Equities Opens New Gulf-front Island House Hotel DoubleTree by Hilton on Orange Beach, Alabama
Hotel Equities | July 12, 2017
Atlanta and Orange Beach, AL– July 12, 2017 – Atlanta-based Hotel Equities (HE) announced the opening of the Island House Hotel Orange Beach – a DoubleTree by Hilton after a multi-million-dollar renovation. Owned by Island House, Inc. and managed by Hotel Equities, the hotel is located at 26650 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, Alabama. Nestled on the Gulf Shores and in the heart of Orange Beach, AL, Island House Hotel Orange Beach – a DoubleTree by Hilton boasts one of the largest private beaches of any hotel in the area and is the only full-service Hilton hotel on the Alabama Gulf Coast. In addition, each ...
OTO Development Adds 7 Properties to Managed Portfolio
OTO Development | July 10, 2017
SPARTANBURG SC (JULY 11, 2017) – As one of America's fastest-growing private companies, OTO Development expands consistently via smart developments and savvy operations – for itself as well as an increasing number of hotel ownership groups. The Spartanburg SC-based hospitality company develops, owns and operates its own portfolio of upscale select-service hotels while also lending its expertise to third-party management clients ranging from publicly traded REITs to private equity firms to high net worth individuals. The company currently operates 66 properties in all, including seven new management contracts recently added i...
Hospitality Financial Leadership - The Lily Pad
David Lund | July 10, 2017
By David Lund When you get promoted to a department head and executive committee position it's an exciting time in your career. This story is about my experience as a first-time controller. It all started when the phone in my office rang. At the time, I was the assistant controller at the world famous Banff Springs Hotel, The Castle in the Rockies. It was my "BIG" boss, the General Manager and Regional Vice President, on the line. It was about 10 a.m. and he asked me if I could come to the sister hotel in his region, Kananaskis for lunch. I said, "I think so, I just need to ask the controller here if it's ok." He replied, "Don't worry a...
Owned by Waxmar and Managed by Hotel Equities, New Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Opens in Waxahachie, Texas
Fairfield Inn & Suites | July 7, 2017
Waxahachie, TX – July 7, 2017 – The 78-room Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Waxahachie, Texas is scheduled to open today, July 7, 2017 with its smart, inventive public space and guest room design, and its bright and inviting décor. Located at 2020 Civic Center Lane, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Dallas Waxahachie will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by Waxmar, LLC and managed by Hotel Equities of Atlanta, Georgia. Located just minutes from historic downtown Waxahachie, the hotel offers guests convenient access to the Scarborough Fair, Southwestern Assemblies of God University and the Texas Motorplex....
Sinar Mas Group Unveils W Shanghai – The Bund Overlooking China’s Huangpu River
W Hotels Worldwide | July 7, 2017
W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), today unveiled W Shanghai – The Bund, located in the heart of one of the world's most energetic cities. With limitless views overlooking the Huangpu River, W Shanghai will set the scene on the North Bund. Owned by Sinar Mas Group, the hotel features a blend of bold design and decadent style which combines to create a captivating contrast of Shanghai's past and its avant-garde present. "Shanghai is one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world, and its engaging nightlife, spirited fashion scene and passion for what's new/next makes it an ideal destination for the ...
General Manager Anthony Meng Welcomes Guests to Hilton Garden Inn Shangri-La in Yunnan Province
Hilton Garden Inn | July 6, 2017
SHANGRI-LA, YUNNAN, China and MCLEAN, Va., July 6, 2017 -- Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and Hilton Garden Inn today announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Shangri-La, the first Hilton and third internationally-branded hotel in Shangri-La, Yunnan Province. "The opening of Hilton Garden Inn Shangri-La, our 13th Hilton Garden Inn in China, enriches Hilton's portfolio, enabling us to address the growing demand in the city's mid-market segment," said Qian Jin, area president, operations, Greater China & Mongolia, Hilton. "We are committed to meeting the evolving needs of our guests, providing them with more choice throug...
General Manager Scott Ringham Welcomes Guests to New Homewood Suites by Hilton Topeka, Kansas
Homewood Suites by Hilton | July 5, 2017
July 5, 2017 TOPEKA, Kan. and MCLEAN, Va. - Homewood Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced today its newest property, Homewood Suites by Hilton Topeka. Designed for guests who want to travel on their own terms, Homewood Suites by Hilton Topeka offers guests all the comforts of home, whether they are traveling for work or enjoying a well-earned getaway. "Over the past few years, the city of Topeka has invested in the redevelopment of its downtown*, and we feel Homewood Suites will help continue this momentum, bringing new business and leisure visitors to the destination," said Scott ...
Keystone Hotel Group Opens 100-Key SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Cincinnati, Ohio
SpringHill Suites by Marriott | July 5, 2017
Cincinnati, OH – July 5, 2017 – Marriott International announced today that the SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Cincinnati, Ohio is now open for business. The 100-suite hotel, located at 4650 Creek Road, will operate as a Marriott franchise managed by Keystone Hotel Group of Cincinnati, Ohio. The SpringHill Suites Cincinnati Blue Ash is located just 34 miles from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, and 20 minutes from downtown. The hotel offers guests convenient access to the Cincinnati Zoo, King's Island Amusement Park, Great American Ballpark and Paul Brown Stadium. "As a brand opening a new hotel every 10...
Europe’s Construction Pipeline Steady Showing 13 Percent Increase YOY
Lodging Econometrics | July 5, 2017
July 5, 2017 – PORTSMOUTH, NH The recent Europe Construction Pipeline currently has 1,062 Projects/172,063 Rooms, up 13% Year-Over-Year (YOY), according to Lodging Econometrics (LE). There are 527 Projects/91,195 Rooms Under Construction, up 30% by projects YOY. Projects Scheduled to Start Construction in the Next 12 Months are at 291 Projects/44,757 Rooms, up 28%, while projects in Early Planning at 244 Projects/36,111 Rooms are down 20%. The top hotel companies in Europe's Construction Pipeline are: Hilton Worldwide with 164 Projects/26,182 Rooms, Marriott International with 151 Projects/26,631 Rooms, and InterContinental Hotels...
Canada’s Construction Pipeline Is on the Upswing
Lodging Econometrics | July 5, 2017
July 5, 2017 – PORTSMOUTH, NH According to Lodging Econometrics (LE), the total Construction Pipeline in Canada currently has 214 Projects/28,299 Rooms, up 7% by projects Year-Over-Year (YOY). There are 75 Projects/10,700 Rooms Under Construction, up 12% by projects YOY. Projects Scheduled to Start Construction in the Next 12 Months are at 84 Projects/9,808 Rooms, up 29%, while projects in Early Planning at 55 Projects/7,791 Rooms are down 19%. The top hotel companies in Canada's Construction Pipeline are: Marriott International with 46 Projects/6,997 Rooms, Hilton Worldwide with 29 Projects/3,649 Rooms, and InterContinental Hotel...
Hospitality Financial Leadership – Measuring Labor Productivity Part 1
David Lund | July 5, 2017
By David Lund "It's not always that we need to do more but rather that we need to focus on less." — Nathan W. Morris In hospitality, the measurement and management of productivity is hit and miss and miss again. Time and time again hotels are using ineffective measures to try and capture labor productivity measurements. It is important from the beginning to establish the goals for measuring productivity in your operations. This article will focus on rooms and Part 2 will be F&B. The goal in measuring productivity in the rooms division is to see, monitor and ultimately improve on the number of hours of work it takes to service ...
Vrancor Hospitality Opens Homewood Suites by Hilton North Bay in Ontario’s Nipissing District
Homewood Suites by Hilton | June 30, 2017
NORTH BAY, Ontario and MCLEAN, Va. – June 30, 2017 – Homewood Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced today its newest property, Homewood Suites by Hilton North Bay. Designed for guests who want to travel on their own terms, Homewood Suites by Hilton North Bay offers guests all the comforts of home, whether they are traveling for work or enjoying a well-earned getaway. With 100 new suites, the hotel offers large, comfortable suites and amenities near multiple family-friendly attractions in the heart of North Bay, Ontario. "We're excited to join the family of 1,300 tourism businesses in ...
HFTP and OpenTravel Announce Partnership for Industry Initiatives
OpenTravel | June 30, 2017
The non-profit hospitality groups, Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) and the Open Travel Alliance (OpenTravel) announced today that they are strengthening their existing partnership with multiple initiatives going forward. The agreement comes as HFTP closes its largest attended HITEC® (Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference) in Toronto this week. Both HFTP and OpenTravel will join together to conduct research on the international impact of standards on global travel, as well as other initiatives. "Both HFTP and OpenTravel share common goals, which is to develop and provide resourc...
Hotel Equities to Operate Fairfield Inn & Suites Kenner NOLA Airport
Hotel Equities | June 30, 2017
ATLANTA–June 30, 2017–Atlanta-based Hotel Equities recently announced its selection as the management firm for the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kenner New Orleans Airport in Kenner, Louisiana. The 105-room hotel is conveniently located two miles from the New Orleans airport and features a complimentary airport shuttle. Just minutes from the Esplanade Mall, Pontchartrain Center and the Treasure Chest Casino, the hotel is a short distance from New Orleans's famous French Quarter, the Superdome and the Aquarium of the Americas. "We are excited to expand our portfolio with the addition of this well-situated hotel in th...
HITEC’s Canadian Debut Draws Largest Conference Attendance in 45 Year History
HITEC | June 30, 2017
More than 6,500 hospitality technology professionals representing over 65 countries gathered at HITEC Toronto Hospitality technology professionals from around the world gathered this week in Toronto, Ontario Canada to explore the industry's best practices and latest innovations at the world's largest and oldest Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC®). Produced yearly by international association Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®), this year marked the 45th anniversary since HFTP brought its HITEC brand to life in 1972. HITEC Toronto was held from June 26-29, 2017 at the...
LBA Hospitality Plans Summer Launch of TownePlace Suites Orlando at SeaWorld and Holiday Inn Express and Suites Orlando at SeaWorld
LBA Hospitality | June 29, 2017
ORLANDO, FLA. (JUNE 29, 2017) — Expanding hospitality options for Orlando's many visitors this summer, LBA Hospitality will open TownePlace Suites by Marriott Orlando at SeaWorld and Holiday Inn Express and Suites Orlando at SeaWorld properties in the heart of the city's magical attractions. Adding more than 125 local jobs and more than 350 new guest rooms at the intersection of International Drive and Central Florida Parkway, the two properties are located close to the city's most popular attractions, including SeaWorld, Discovery Cove, Aquatica Orlando, Orange County Convention Center, Universal Studios and Walt Disney World. LB...
Owned and Managed by Visions Hotels, New Home2 Suites by Hilton Opens in Oswego, New York
Home2 Suites by Hilton | June 29, 2017
OSWEGO, N.Y. and MCLEAN, Va. – June 29, 2017 – Home2 Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) industry-first All Suites portfolio, announced today its newest property, Home2 Suites by Hilton Oswego. Designed for travelers who want to maintain their normal routine, the hotel features 89 suites and a range of value, tech-focused and eco-conscious amenities. Close to downtown, the property's debut complements Oswego County's year-round tourism draw driven by the fishing industry.* "Oswego is a burgeoning lakeside city with a small-town feel where visitors can relish the nautical ambiance and a variety of historical an...
Owned and Managed by Lotus Management, New Fairfield Inn & Suites Opening in Hollister, California
Fairfield Inn & Suites | June 28, 2017
Hollister, CA – June 28, 2017 – The 77-room Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Hollister, California is scheduled to open on Thursday, June 29, 2017 with its smart, inventive public space and guest room design, and its bright and inviting décor. Located at 390 Gateway Drive, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Hollister will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by Lotus Management, Inc. of San Jose, California. Located in the idyllic San Benito County surrounded by spectacular agriculture, neighboring the Silicon Valley and Monterey, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Hollister offers guests convenient acc...
Hotel Equities Names Jimmy Grover Regional Director of Operations
Hotel Equities | June 28, 2017
ATLANTA, GA (June 28, 2017) – Atlanta-based Hotel Equities (HE) recently named Jimmy Grover as Regional Director of Operations for the firm. Based in Atlanta, Mr. Grover reports to Dominic Buompastore, Vice President of Operations/Full Service & Resorts. He has oversight of all above property operations for a group of hotels managed by Hotel Equities. With more than 20 years of hospitality industry experience, Mr. Grover began his hospitality career as a technician at the Courtyard by Marriott in Norcross, Georgia. Moving up quickly, he soon earned the post of General Manager for the TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Chantilly,...
Curio Collection by Hilton Opens Grand Hotel Des Sablettes Plage Marking First Property in France on French Riviera Coast
Curio Collection by HiltonTM | June 27, 2017
LA SEYNE sur MER, France and MCLEAN, Va – June 27, 2017 – Hilton™ announced the opening of Grand Hotel Des Sablettes Plage, Curio Collection by Hilton today. The hotel was hand-picked to be a part of the collection of one-of-a-kind independent hotels and resorts all celebrated for their individuality. As the first Curio Collection by Hilton hotel in the region of Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur, the hotel joins a collection of more than 35 distinctive, upper upscale hotels and resorts around the world. Situated in a historic 19th-century building, Grand Hotel Des Sablettes Plage is perched above the breathtaking beach of Le...
Owned by Inn Alliance and Managed by Lala Enterprises, New Home2 Suites by Hilton Opens in Meridian, Mississippi
Home2 Suites by Hilton | June 27, 2017
MERIDIAN, Miss. and MCLEAN, Va. – June 26, 2017 – Home2 Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced today its newest property, Home2 Suites by Hilton Meridian. Designed for travelers who want to maintain their normal routine, the hotel features 97 suites and a range of value, tech-focused and eco-conscious amenities. Home2 Suites by Hilton Meridian will help welcome leisure and business travelers alike experience the city's preserved charm that has made it one of the most visited destinations in Mississippi.* "With its historic appeal and rich culture, Meridian's tourism market continue...
Newly-Built 245-Key Homewood Suites by Hilton Opens in San Diego’s Famed Hotel Circle
Homewood Suites by Hilton | June 27, 2017
SAN DIEGO and MCLEAN, Va. - Homewood Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced today its newest property, Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area. Designed for guests who want to travel on their own terms, Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/SeaWorld Area offers guests all the comforts of home, whether they are traveling for work or enjoying a well-earned getaway. With 245 new suites, the hotel is near the city's popular beaches, San Diego Convention Center, Naval Base San Diego, Balboa Park and major attractions such as SeaWorld San Diego and the San Diego...
Christy & Associates Opens TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Parkersburg, West Virginia
TownePlace Suites by Marriott | June 27, 2017
Parkersburg, WV – June 27, 2017 – Get ready to be real and be you on long stays. Marriott International's (NASDAQ: MAR) TownePlace Suites by Marriott Parkersburg, West Virginia is now open for business. On average, a TownePlace Suites opens every six days. Built for travelers looking for a simple and friendly place where they can settle-in, keep their routine, and easily connect to the Parkersburg area. The new TownePlace Suites Parkersburg located at 415 7th Street, continues to exemplify the brand's rapid growth. The new hotel will operate as a Marriott franchise, locally owned, and managed by Christy & Associates,...
the D Las Vegas Increases Profitability and Efficiency with Revenue and Profit Optimization Solutions from The Rainmaker Group
Rainmaker | June 27, 2017
Las Vegas-based casino hotel focuses on total guest value with solutions from market leader in gaming and hospitality revenue optimization technology ALPHARETTA, GA – June 27, 2017 – the D Las Vegas (the D), a downtown Las Vegas-based casino hotel boasting unique and high-energy gaming experiences, is enhancing its profitability through the use of The Rainmaker Group's (Rainmaker's) guestrev® and revcaster® revenue optimization solutions. the D has gone live with both solutions, which are designed to help them leverage total guest value to maximize profit, as well as to gain deeper insights into competitor pricing th...
