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CERN Nuclear Research Facility Installs Kaba RFID Locks to Secure All Hotels
Kaba, Saflok, ILCO | November 6, 2013
At IHM&RS Visit Kaba in Booth #2902 November 9 – 12 Jacob K. Javits Center, NYC CERN Implements Kaba 790 Locks on Guest Rooms at 3 Hotels and Back-of-House Areas So Physicists from 20 Countries Can Concentrate on Science MONTREAL, QC, CANADA - November 6, 2013 - Kaba, provider of Saflok™ and ILCO™ electronic locks, announced the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) in Geneva, Switzerland, installed the ILCO 790 RFID lock system for its 3 hotels and 40 staff and common-area access points. Click here for information on Kaba electronic locks. CERN is the world's largest particle physics laboratory. Its guests and sta...
Fabio Boschero Appointed as Executive Chef for the 485-room Hilton São Paulo Morumbi in Brazil
November 6, 2013
SÃO PAULO - November 6, 2013 - Hilton São Paulo Morumbi announces the return of Fabio Boschero, this time, as executive chef. Boschero, who started his career with Hilton Worldwide as executive sous chef at Hilton São Paulo Morumbi in 2006, will lead the new menu design for all culinary options at Hilton São Paulo Morumbi: Canvas Bar & Restaurant, Sol & Sombra Restaurant, Caffe Cino and in-room dining. With more than 15 years of experience, Boschero most recently served as executive chef at Hilton Curaçao since 2010, where he developed a close relationship with local producers and introduced the concept of organic dining at...
NAVIS Launches REACH; Advanced CRM Database Marketing System for Hotels and Resorts
NAVIS | November 6, 2013
NAVIS REACH: Powerful CRM Marketing System Enables Hotel and Resort Operators to Combine Information from Multiple Systems to Create Effective Revenue-Generating Email Campaigns and Verify Results in Real Time Bend, OR - November 6, 2013 - NAVIS, the leading reservation sales system provider for the hotel, resort and rental markets, announced the launch of its new NAVIS REACH data marketing CRM solution. NAVIS REACH is an easy-to-use CRM tool that enables lodging operators to increase revenue by combining data from separate systems to create and execute targeted, effective email campaigns, and track results in real time. Click here to l...
San Juan Marriott in Puerto Rico Welcomes Joaquin Cruz as Director of Sales and Marketing
the San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino | November 6, 2013
SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO - November 6, 2013 - The San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino has appointed Joaquin Cruz as director of sales and marketing, bringing his career full circle as his first Marriott position began in 1998 as a sales manager at the San Juan Marriott. Cruz will be responsible for developing and implementing the property's sales strategies, leading staff marketing and communications activities, and maximizing revenue generation. "We are delighted to have Joaquin back at the San Juan Marriott, now in the role of director of sales and marketing. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in marketing and wit...
Crestline Hotels & Resorts to Manage the 272-room Hilton Atlanta Northeast in Georgia
Crestline Hotels & Resorts LLC | November 6, 2013
FAIRFAX, Va., Nov. 5, 2013 -- Crestline Hotels & Resorts LLC today announced it has assumed management of the Hilton Atlanta Northeast--Crestline's fourth full service hotel in the Atlanta market. The 272 guestroom, full-service hotel was recently purchased by ASAP International Holdings, Inc. (OTCQB:ASAE) and will undergo product renovations and improvements in the coming months. "We are delighted to select Crestline Hotels & Resorts as our manager for this property. The Hilton Atlanta Northeast is just one block away from our recently acquired Atlanta Marriott Norcross hotel. There are many opportunities to create synergies wh...
Hotel Technologies Unveiling One-Stop Charge-and-Play Audio Solution at IHMRS
Hotel Technologies | November 6, 2013
Today virtually all smartphones and tablets can charge and play on the iHome HDL99! Featuring universal USB charging + Lightning Connector + 30-Pin Connector VISIT HOTEL TECHNOLOGIES IN BOOTH #2720 AT IHMRS RAHWAY, N.J. (NOVEMBER 6, 2013) - Today Hotel Technologies is introducing a new iHome® audio solution for hotels that can accommodate the charging and playing of all 6.5 billion mobile devices in the marketplace. The new iHome HDL99 can accommodate virtually all iPhone/iPad/iPod models PLUS Android, Blackberry and Windows phone/tablet devices. The iHome HDL99 is on display in Booth No. 2720 at the International Hotel/Motel & Res...
Warmbrodt Hotel Investments Announces Sale of the Red Roof Inn in Flint, MI
Warmbrodt Hotel Investments | November 6, 2013
Warmbrodt Hotel Investments announced today they closed the sale of the Red Roof Inn Flint. The 107 room property, built in 1974, was sold on behalf of the institutional owner for an undisclosed price. The purchaser will retain the Red Roof Inn franchise and renovate the property to new NextGen standards. "The Detroit area has seen a resurgence in real estate investment over the past 24 months. Healthy cash flow is being purchased at nearly the same metrics as the rest of the country," said Zane Varvel, Vice-President of WHI. "The property was purchased with all cash, showing the willingness of the investment community to take risk in D...
Educational Institute Updates Responsible Alcohol Service Training Program
the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute | November 6, 2013
Orlando, Florida, November 2013-The American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (EI) has revised its responsible alcohol service seminar, Controlling Alcohol Risks Effectively® (CARE), with new and expanded content, additional activities and discussion questions, updated instructor materials with a new, easy-to-use format, and a new training DVD that was filmed at the Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The new DVD features several new training scenarios as well as updated versions of alcohol service scenarios presented in the earlier version. Other updates to the program include more detailed...
The 93-key Staybridge Suites London Vauxhall to Open in the UK in Early 2015; Owned by Spring Mews
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) | November 6, 2013
6 November, 2013 - InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world's largest hotel companies, is gaining an increased foothold in the UK's extended stay hotel market with the signing of its second property in the capital - Staybridge Suites London Vauxhall. The hotel is due to open early in 2015. Operating under a franchise agreement with new owner Spring Mews Ltd; a subsidiary of CLS Holdings Plc, the 93 suite new build hotel will be managed by Cycas Hospitality, extended stay hotel specialists, who also manage Staybridge Suites London Stratford City and Staybridge Suites Liverpool. Part of the Spring Mews development project, ...
Akaryn Hospitality Management Services Selects Agilysys Solution Suite
Agilysys | November 6, 2013
Inventory and Procurement, POS Systems Implemented at Aleenta Phuket Resort and Spa ALPHARETTA, GA. - Nov. 6, 2013 - Agilysys, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGYS), a leading provider of innovative information technology and hospitality software and services, today announced that Akaryn Hospitality Management Services (AHMS) has selected the Agilysys Eatec® inventory and procurement system and the Agilysys InfoGenesis™ POS system to streamline operations at Thailand's Aleenta Phuket-Phang Nga Resort and Spa. The luxury beachfront resort, which is currently undergoing a $2 million expansion, was already using the Agilysys Visual One™ property manage...
Vision Hospitality Group Opens Two Hampton Inn & Suites in Chattanooga, TN
Vision Hospitality Group, Inc. | November 6, 2013
Vision Hospitality Group, Inc. announced the opening of the Hampton Inn & Suites Chattanooga/Hamilton Place and Hampton Inn – Kimball, TN. The six-story Hampton Inn & Suites Chattanooga/Hamilton Place features 134 spacious rooms, 1800 sq. ft. of meeting space, an indoor swimming pool, state-of-the-art fitness and business centers, and an outdoor patio with a fireplace and pergola. Guests will also enjoy the hotel's other amenities, including complimentary Wi-Fi and hot breakfast as well as the 100% Hampton Guarantee®. The property is conveniently located next to Hamilton Place Mall and easily accessed from I-75. The 80-room H...
The January Bowl Games Bring Great Energy and Excitement to South Florida
Hollywood Beach Marriott | November 5, 2013
November 6, 2013 -- HOLLYWOOD BEACH, FLORIDA -- In January 2014, South Florida will once again welcome the 2014 Orange Bowl. This exciting game brings so much energy, enthusiasm, and fanfare to the South Florida area. The Hollywood Beach Marriott, a hotel right on the beach and on Hollywood's famed Broadwalk, offers room availability for the traveler who wants awesome accommodations and a ideal location to the game. Steve Klein, Director of Sales & Marketing said, "With all kinds of packages that are now available, you can customize your stay here, have fun, stay warm, and get to see all of the attractions that South Florida has to ...
IHG Provides Q3 2013 Interim Management Statement; Global RevPAR up 3.3%
IHG | November 5, 2013
Solid third quarter performance For complete results and tables please visit: http://www.ihgplc.com/index.asp?PageID=116&NewsID=3076 Highlights Global third quarter RevPAR growth of 3.3%, with 3.6% in the first nine months. 8k rooms opened in the quarter taking system size to 679k rooms as at 30 September, up 1% year on year. 16k rooms signed in the third quarter, up 18% year on year, taking the pipeline to 180k rooms at the quarter end. Richard Solomons, Chief Executive of InterContinental Hotels Group PLC, said: "We have delivered a solid third quarter performance with RevPAR growth in all four regions, driven by our preferre...
Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. Reports Q3 2013 Results; Progress Being Made on Transition Issues
Ryman Hospitality Properties | November 5, 2013
- Gross Advanced Group Bookings for all Future Periods Increased 34.7 Percent Over Third Quarter 2012 – - In-The-Year, For-The-Year Gross Advanced Group Bookings Increased 20.8 Percent Over Third Quarter 2012 – - Progress Being Made on Transition Issues – November 05, 2013 08:30 AM Eastern Standard Time NASHVILLE, Tenn.---Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (NYSE:RHP), a lodging real estate investment trust ("REIT") specializing in group-oriented, destination hotel assets in urban and resort markets, today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2013. Colin V. Reed, chairman, chief executive officer and...
Courtyard New York Manhattan/Fifth Avenue Completes Multi-Million Renovation
the Courtyard New York Manhattan/Fifth Avenue | November 5, 2013
NEW YORK, Nov. 5, 2013 -- The Courtyard New York Manhattan/Fifth Avenue hotel's multi-million renovation seeks to accommodate business and leisure travelers with the sophistication of a fine tailored men's suit splashed with a touch of whimsy all created by Leo A Daly designers. The Fifth Avenue New York hotel now boasts a blue and white color palette throughout that offers a clean-cut design appealing to busy adults. Geometric patterns, textures and pops of citron green and pink incorporate a youthful feel into the atmosphere. A collage of borough names surrounding New York is one piece of artwork that will catch guests' attention the ...
Hospitality Properties Trust Reports Q3 2013 Net Income of $316.7 million; RevPAR Increased 8.1%
Hospitality Properties Trust | November 5, 2013
NEWTON, Mass.---Hospitality Properties Trust (NYSE: HPT) today announced its financial results for the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2013. For complete results and tables please visit: http://investor.shareholder.com/hptreit/releasedetail.cfm?releaseid=804325 Results for the Quarter Ended September 30, 2013: Normalized funds from operations, or Normalized FFO, for the quarter ended September 30, 2013 were $105.8 million, or $0.76 per share, compared to Normalized FFO for the quarter ended September 30, 2012 of $91.5 million, or $0.74 per share. Net income available for common shareholders was $16.7 million, or $0.12 per sh...
The 235-room DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Conference Centre Regina Opens in Saskatchewan, Canada
DoubleTree by Hilton | November 5, 2013
REGINA, Saskatchewan & MCLEAN, Va. - November 5, 2013 - DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Conference Centre Regina, marking the debut of Hilton Worldwide's globally-renowned hotel brand into the market. The hotel, formerly the Regina Inn Hotel and Conference Centre, unveils property-wide upgrades following a 10-month, multi-million dollar renovation that includes a total refurbishment of its 235 guest rooms, 18,000 square feet of flexible conference space and a new full-service restaurant. The hotel is owned and operated by SilverBirch Hotels & Resorts. "We are excited to team wit...
Red Lion Reports Continued Improvement for Q3 2013 in ADR & RevPAR
Red Lion Hotels | November 5, 2013
SPOKANE, Wash., Nov. 4, 2013 -- Red Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE: RLH), a western U.S. based owner, operator and franchisor of midscale hotels, today announced its results for the third quarter 2013. For complete results and tables please visit: http://files.shareholder.com/downloads/CVH/2773029917x0x703044/4277f62b-80b9-49ff-9430-3baaef3c054b/RLH_News_2013_11_4_General.pdf Highlights: Improved ADR and RevPAR for comparable owned and leased hotels for the quarter by 4.2 percent and 2.8 percent respectively, over prior year Increased comparable hotel direct operating margin for the quarter by 220 basis points, over prior year Increa...
Ramada to Debut in Fiji with the 2015 Opening of the 40-key Ramada Suites Smugglers Cove Fiji
Ramada | November 5, 2013
NADI, FIJI (November 5, 2013) – Wyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest hotel company with approximately 7,440 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NSYE: WYN), today announced the signing of a new franchise agreement with Smugglers Cove Beach Resort Limited to open the first Ramada® property in Fiji, a 40-apartment resort on Wailoaloa Beach in Nadi Bay. Ramada Suites Smugglers Cove Fiji, currently under construction, is due to be completed in early 2015. The agreement plays a key role in Wyndham Hotel Group's strategy to grow the Ramada brand throughout the South Pacific. The signing adds a new destination to the brand'...
EMEA Hotel Transaction Volumes Up 50% in First 9 Months of 2013 According to Jones Lang LaSalle
Jones Lang LaSalle | November 5, 2013
EMEA, 05 Nov 2013 – Hotel investment volumes across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) reached €8.2 billion September YTD 2013, a 53% growth compared to the same time last year says Jones Lang LaSalle's Hotels & Hospitality Group. Single asset deals secured a 54% share of transaction volumes overall, up 13% compared to last year. The rest came from a number of notable portfolio deals driving transaction volumes up by more than 160%. The most notable single asset transactions during Q3 included the sale of the Grand Plaza Serviced Apartments in London which was sold to the Federal Land Development Authority of Malaysia for a r...
Host Hotels & Resorts Reports Q3 2013 Net Income of $18M; RevPAR Up 5.5%
Host Hotels & Resorts | November 5, 2013
BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 5, 2013 -- Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: HST), the nation's largest lodging real estate investment trust ("REIT"), today announced results of operations for the third quarter ended September 30, 2013. For complete results and table please visit: http://ir.hosthotels.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=60734&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=1872249&highlight= N/M=Not Meaningful (a) As of January 1, 2013, the Company adopted calendar quarter reporting periods. For further discussion see "Adjustments for Calendar Quarter Reporting Periods" on page 2 of this release. (b) NAREIT Funds From Operations ("FFO") per diluted share...
Chatham Lodging Trust Confirms Receipt of Unsolicited Conditional Proposal from BlueMountain Capital
Chatham Lodging Trust | November 5, 2013
PALM BEACH, Fla., Nov. 5, 2013 -- Chatham Lodging Trust (NYSE: CLDT), a hotel real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on investing in upscale, extended-stay hotels and premium branded, select-service hotels, today confirmed that it has received an unsolicited conditional proposal from BlueMountain Capital Management to acquire the Company for $21.50 per share, subject to due diligence, financing, negotiation of satisfactory agreements and other conditions. The Chatham Board of Trustees will review the proposal in due course in consultation with its financial and legal advisors. The Company does not intend to comment further about Bl...
Chatham Lodging Trust Reports Q3 2013 Net Income of $2.5M; Comparable RevPAR Up 6.7%
Chatham Lodging Trust | November 5, 2013
PALM BEACH, Fla.----Chatham Lodging Trust (NYSE: CLDT), a hotel real estate investment trust (REIT) that owns wholly or through its joint ventures 76 premium-branded, upscale, extended-stay and select-service hotels, today announced results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2013. For complete results and tables please visit: http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=237429&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=1872056&highlight= Third Quarter 2013 Highlights Comparable Hotel RevPAR – Grew hotel RevPAR 6.7 percent, excluding the Washington, D.C. hotel which was being renovated/rebranded throughout the entire quarter. Portfolio...
Noble Acquires Two Arizona Hotels; Both Assets to Receive Substantial Enhancements Toward Rebranding
Noble Investment Group | November 5, 2013
ATLANTA, Nov. 5, 2013 -- Noble Investment Group ("Noble") today announced the acquisition of two Arizona hotels, the Windmill Suites Hotel Tucson at the University of Arizona and the Windmill Suites Hotel in Phoenix/Chandler at the Chandler Fashion Center. The two properties will undergo more than $18 million in combined physical improvements and will be rebranded the Homewood Suites Tucson St. Philips Plaza at the University of Arizona and the Hyatt Place Phoenix/Chandler at the Fashion Center, respectively. The properties are located in highly sought after and affluent markets consistent with Noble's strategy of investing in first cla...
