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Release of New Eatec® Version Brings Simplified Installation and Enhanced Integrations
Agilysys | May 15, 2018
ALPHARETTA, GA. — May 15, 2018 — Agilysys, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGYS), a leading global provider of next-generation hospitality software solutions and services, today announced general availability of the latest version of Eatec®, the company's comprehensive inventory and procurement solution. Eatec v3.7.4 includes a simplified installation process along with improvements to Eatec Pocket, Eatec Client and Eatec Web. Eatec is a full-featured inventory, procurement and production system designed specifically for the hospitality and foodservice industries. Along with its core purchasing, inventory, recipe, forecasting, production ...
From Coast to Coast: The Parker New York Sister Property in Palm Springs Selects ALICE to Enhance Hotel Operations and Guest Experience
ALICE | May 14, 2018
The Parker Palm Springs has selected ALICE's housekeeping and maintenance software, ALICE Staff, ALICE's concierge software, ALICE Concierge, and ALICE's guest text messaging solution, ALICE Guest, to upgrade staff communication and guest engagement at the 144-room luxury resort, just outside of downtown Palm Springs. Parker Palm Springs is using ALICE on recommendation from the Parker New York, which has been using ALICE since 2015. ALICE is the hospitality industry's leading operations technology, connecting every department of the hotel with one platform for all staff communication and guest requests. ALICE recently acquired concierg...
Welcome Holdings to Launch Revisn-Its Flagship Apartment-Hotel in Raleigh’s Glenwood South District
Welcome Holdings | May 14, 2018
(Raleigh, NC. May 22, 2018) — Welcome Holdings, a Cary, North Carolina-based real estate and hospitality development and operation group, announces the launch of Revisn—Raleigh. Opening in September 2018 at 615 North Boylan Street in downtown Raleigh, Revisn combines the comforts of luxury apartment living with the services and amenities of a high-end hotel for extended stay guests. Comprised of one and two-bedroom residences with flexible reservation options of 30 days or more, Revisn is tailored to long-term corporate, education and government travel. "Temporary residence options nationwide, but particularly in the Triangl...
Atlantica Hotels Opens 378-Room Radisson Hotel Barra Rio de Janeiro
Radisson | May 14, 2018
Minneapolis (May 14, 2018) - Radisson®, one of the best-recognized hotel brands, today announced the opening of Radisson Hotel Barra Rio de Janeiro. The hotel is in the heart of Barra da Tijuca, which features beautiful beaches, Barra Olympic Park and the Tijuca Forest National Park. "We are excited to see the continued growth of the Radisson brand in Brazil," said Frances Gonzalez, vice president of Operations for Radisson Hotel Group in Latin America. "The hotel's chic appearance coupled with its attentive staff focused on catering to the needs of each guest will make this hotel a top destination in Barra da Tijuca." The hotel off...
Thomas List Appointed General Manager of The Colony Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida
The Colony Palm Beach | May 14, 2018
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA (May 14, 2018) – The Colony Hotel in Palm Beach is pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas List as general manager. A seasoned hospitality veteran, List brings more than 30 years of expertise, leadership and passion to the iconic hotel, now celebrating its 70th year. In his new role, List will oversee all aspects of the hotel's operations, including staff management, recruitment, and development, amongst other daily operational tasks. With proven executive skills, initiative, creativity and integrity, List's wealth of experience will aid him in enhancing long-term strategic objectives for The Colony. He i...
Find That Lost Shaker of Salt! Aimbridge Hospitality Set to Manage New Margaritaville Resort With Themed Waterpark in Nassau, Bahamas, Opening in 2019
Aimbridge Hospitality | May 14, 2018
DALLAS, Texas (May, 14 2018) – How do you manage a place like Margaritaville? Aimbridge Hospitality will soon find out. The Jimmy Buffett-inspired resort is currently under construction and set to begin a partial opening by the end 2019. The $250 million hotel will feature 150 guestrooms, 148 oceanfront residences, meeting space for 400, signature Margaritaville food and beverage concepts, entertainment center, kid's club, spa and cascading water pool. The Margaritaville Beach Resort and Marina six-acre development centered at The Pointe will also feature an open-air shopping concourse, movie theater, bowling alley and outdoor per...
Gulph Creek Hotels Celebrates Opening Home2 Suites by Hilton Bordentown, New Jersey
Gulph Creek Hotels | May 14, 2018
BORDENTOWN, N.J. – May 14, 2018 – Designed for travelers who want to maintain their normal routine, the hotel features 119 suites and a range of value, tech-focused and eco-conscious amenities. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bordentown complements the growing need for hotels in the historic area of central New Jersey. "Home2 Suites by Hilton Bordentown offers guests amenities including a heated indoor pool, complimentary breakfast, ample space and a moderately priced extended-stay option in the central Jersey area," said Dawn Pilawski, general manager. "We look forward to being a great new option offering convenience, comfort and, m...
The Impact of Terror on Europe’s Hotels
Global Hotel Study: 2017 | May 14, 2018
By Thomas Emanuel How have hotel markets in Europe reacted to terror attacks over the past three years? Tragically, Europe has endured multiple terrorist attacks in recent years. In the past 12 months alone, we've seen a shift in the way terror affects hotel performance, and this article will delve into how several markets reacted following attacks. (All figures are 12-month moving averages, indexed to the month prior to the terror attack unless otherwise stated.) We'll start by looking at France, which has endured several attacks over the past three years, most notably in Paris and Nice. The attacks at the Bataclan and across Paris o...
Stockholm – New Supply A Surmountable Hurdle
Simon Hult?n | May 14, 2018
By Simon Hulten and Sophie Perret This market pulse provides an overview of the tourism and hotel market in Stockholm, Sweden. This snapshot discusses recent tourism trends, the impact of new supply on performance and provides a summary of the extensive hotel pipeline. Click here to view report. ...
Hospitality Financial Leadership: Why Teaching Accounting in Hotel School Is a Waste of Time
David Lund | May 14, 2018
By David Lund I have a dream. My dream is that the numbers, the numbers that so many managers agonize over in our industry, are just as accessible as guest service and employee engagement. Let me put this another way for more clarity: I want you and the other leaders and managers in your hotel to be just as comfortable dealing with the numbers as you are dealing with guests and colleagues. You might be thinking that is a tall order. Well, I do not think so. I have seen many managers overcome their fear and confusion with the numbers. I also believe a big part of why the numbers scare so many people off is because we "seemingly" do not k...
Why Competition Is Heating up for Dubai’s Luxury Hotels
JLL Real Views | May 14, 2018
By Emily Perryman Iconic hotels like the 7-star Burj Al Arab have put Dubai at the top of the list for travelers seeking luxurious amenities and world-class service. More than 60 percent of the city's hotel supply is in the upscale and luxury category, but with a plethora of launches over the past 12 months and a strong pipeline of openings, the market is not only growing but it's also evolving as developers and operators put their own twist on luxury. Last year saw the launch of the 110-room Bulgari Resort which, being the only hotel situated on the offshore Jumeirah Bay island, is positioning itself as an urban oasis for guests seekin...
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Receives Notice of Termination for Management of Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group | May 14, 2018
14th May 2018 - Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has received notice of termination of its management agreement for Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas and will cease managing the hotel with effect from 30 August 2018. The termination is consequent to the sale of the hotel by CityCenter Holdings, LLC, a joint venture between MGM Resorts and Infinity World Development Corp. Mandarin Oriental launched the property in 2009 and established it as a market leader in the city. The hotel is one of only 13 properties around the world to have received the Triple Forbes Five Star Award – three five stars for the hotel, the spa and signature restaurant...
Hotel Lawyer Jeffrey T. Myers Joins JMBM’s Global Hospitality Group®
May 14, 2018
By Jim Butler and the Global Hospitality Group® Hotel Lawyers | Authors of www.HotelLawBlog.com 07 May 2018 LOS ANGELES—Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP (JMBM) is pleased to announce that hospitality lawyer Jeffrey T. Myers has joined the Firm as a Partner in JMBM's Global Hospitality Group® and Real Estate Department. Myers' practice focuses on the development, financing, acquisition, and operation of hotels, resorts and other hospitality properties. His clients include developers, capital providers, commercial lessors, and tenants. He has assisted clients in a full range of hospitality projects including hotels, ...
AAHOA Welcomes NLRB Reconsideration of Joint-Employer Standard
AAHOA | May 14, 2018
WASHINGTON, DC, May 14 – AAHOA President and CEO Chip Rogers issued the following statement in response to the announcement by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) that it is considering rulemaking to address the standard for determining joint-employer status: "AAHOA members are encouraged by this first step towards rectifying one of the most egregious and disastrous actions ever taken by the NLRB. The Browning-Ferris Industries decision created chaos and uncertainty amongst franchisors and franchisees alike and continues to threaten the successful franchise business model that has been the path to small business success for ...
AAA: Nearly 42 Million Americans Will Kick Off Summer with a Memorial Day Getaway – The Most in More Than a Dozen Years
AAA | May 14, 2018
ORLANDO, Fla., May 14, 2018 -- Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, and Americans will kick off the season by traveling in near-record numbers. According to AAA, more than 41.5 million Americans will travel this Memorial Day weekend, nearly 5 percent more than last year and the most in more than a dozen years. With nearly 2 million additional people taking to planes, trains, automobiles and other modes of transportation, INRIX, a global transportation analytics company, expects travel delays on major roads could be up to three times longer than normal, with the busiest days being Thursday and Friday (May 24-25) as commuter...
AccorHotels and Algeciras Sign Agreement for Purchase of Chilean Group Atton Hotels
Algeciras | May 14, 2018
AccorHotels and Chilean group Algeciras announce that they signed an agreement with the shareholders of Atton Hotels in order to acquire the company. As per the agreement, AccorHotels will acquire 100% of the management company that operates 11 Atton hotels (2,259 rooms), plus three hotels under development, across Chile, Peru, Colombia and Florida, USA. In addition, AccorHotels will acquire 20% of the Property Company that owns these assets, with the remaining 80% being bought by Algeciras. Atton Hotels was founded in Chile in 2000 and caters to midscale and upscale business travelers. In order to capitalize on Atton's existing brand e...
Proposition 65 Defense Lawyer: Is Your Hotel Ready for the New Prop 65 Regulation Deadline? / Jim Butler
Jim Butler | May 14, 2018
By Jim Butler and the Global Hospitality Group® Hotel Lawyers | Authors of www.HotelLawBlog.com 07 May 2018 Advice from a Proposition 65 Compliance & Defense lawyer for hotels. For many years, businesses operating in California have been plagued by "bounty hunter" and government lawsuits brought under Proposition 65 — the California law that requires warnings about hazardous substances. The technical disclosure requirements have bedeviled many legitimate businesses for some time. From our continuous interaction with members of the hotel industry, it appears to us that many are not aware of new requirements they must meet b...
Omni Houston Hotel Undergoing $30 Million Renovation Helmed by New General Manager Allan Codore
Omni Hotels & Resorts | May 14, 2018
HOUSTON (May 14, 2018) – Omni Houston Hotel is undergoing a $30 million renovation process that will elevate the guest experience and revitalize property grounds. The transformation will further reinforce the hotel as the perfect luxury oasis in the prestigious Galleria-area of Houston and will be helmed by its new general manager Allan Codore. The reopening date is slated for November 1, 2018. Codore who rejoins the Omni Houston Hotel on June 1 is an Omni Hotels & Resorts and Omni Houston Hotel veteran who started with the brand 22 years ago. Having served in several leadership roles, from front office positions to director o...
Renaissance Denver Stapleton Hotel Completes Year-Long $15 Million Renovation Led by General Manager Brian Lenfestey
Renaissance Denver Stapleton Hotel | May 14, 2018
(Denver, Colo.) – May 14, 2018 – Renaissance Denver Stapleton Hotel announced today the completion of a $15 million renovation project that began in April 2017. The entire hotel has been renovated including all 400 guestrooms; 40,000 square feet of meeting spaces including the ballroom; lobby and public spaces; and an entirely new restaurant concept called Fifty300 featuring American Regional Cuisine with Italian influence. The renovation was unveiled at a "Grand Re-Imagined Event" on Thursday, May 10. "After much anticipation we are thrilled to reveal the hotel's reimagined look to both Denver and visiting guests," said Bri...
TargetingHub Will Forever Change the Way You Do Marketing for the Better
May 14, 2018
JACKSONVILLE, FL – Vizergy® is excited to announce the release of a new industry whitepaper, written by Tim Henthorn, CEO of Accubase Inc., that discusses TargetingHub™ and how the solution makes a data driven omni channel approach to marketing easier for hoteliers and marketers across industries. Henthorn prefaces the whitepaper by saying "The Vizergy® Marketing System and TargetingHub™ represent a next generation marketing platform - enabling hotels to manage guest data, design advertising campaigns, reach similar prospective customers and measure omni-channel performance." TargetingHub takes a complex market...
CLA Member John Mathers Wins 2018 Connecticut Governor’s Tourism Leader of the Year
the Connecticut Governor's Tourism Awards | May 14, 2018
New Haven, CT - May 14, 2018 - The Connecticut Lodging Association (CLA) would like to congratulate all the recipients of the 2018 Connecticut Governor's Tourism Awards, including CLA member John Mathers. * Tourism Leader of the Year: John Mathers, General Manager at the Madison Beach Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton John has been General Manager of Madison Beach Hotel since it opened in 2012. Under his leadership, the hotel was awarded two of the industry's highest honors: AAA's 4 Diamond Rating and Hilton Hotel's prestigious "Connie Award." As a member of the Madison and Greater New Haven Chambers of Commerc...
Dream Hotel Group Appoints Kori Yoran as General Manager of Dream Midtown
Dream Midtown | May 14, 2018
NEW YORK, NY (May 14, 2018) – Renowned hotel brand and management company Dream Hotel Group announces the appointment of Kori Yoran as the new General Manager for Dream Midtown in Manhattan NYC. Kori joined Dream Midtown as Director of Front Office in October 2015 and was promoted to Hotel Manager shortly thereafter in February 2017, working closely with the Managing Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Midtown property. Kori began his career in hospitality in 2009 holding various Front Office positions with SoHo House in New York City. He also previously worked as Front Office Manager at DHG's former property, ...
Noble Investment Group Acquires 109-Key Residence Inn by Marriott Tampa Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott | May 14, 2018
ATLANTA (May 14, 2018) – Noble Investment Group ("Noble") today announced the acquisition of the Residence Inn by Marriott Tampa Downtown. The newly renovated, all-suite hotel is prominently located in the central business and financial district of the Tampa Bay area. Companies with a major presence in downtown Tampa include Bank of America, BB&T, Marshall & Ilsley, PNC Financial Services, SunTrust, Sykes Enterprises, TECO Energy, and Frontier Communications. The hotel is also proximate to the University of Tampa, Straz Performing Arts Center, Tampa Convention Center, and the Port of Tampa. The Residence Inn by M...
Sam Moon Group Breaks Ground on Hyatt Regency in Frisco, Texas at Stonebriar Centre
Sam Moon Group | May 14, 2018
FRISCO, TX - May 14, 2018 - The Hyatt Regency Stonebriar has broken ground in Frisco, Texas at Stonebriar Centre. The 18-story, 303-room hotel will feature a parking garage, conference center, and a city library. The hotel developer is Sam Moon Group; contractor is Brasfield & Gorrie; architect is HKS, Inc. and Looney & Associates will manage the interior designs. The hotel will be attached to the Stonebriar Centre mall on the second floor and will be located between Nordstrom and Dillard's. The project features a 54,585 square-foot conference center including a grand ballroom, junior ballroom and additional breakout spaces; an ...
