Knowland Expands Presence in the Middle East
Knowland | February 28th, 2023
Jonas Hospitality Continuing to Unify Products Under Jonas ARC
Jonas Hospitality | February 28th, 2023
News Archive: February
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles Appoints Renan Astolpho as General Manager
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts | February 23, 2023
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles welcomes General Manager Renan Astolpho, who has spent the past four years developing his career with Four Seasons properties in Dubai. Astolpho will take the reins of this secluded beachfront oasis with an initial focus on two suite renovations. With an adept knowledge built in award-winning hotels and resorts in and outside of the brand’s portfolio, Astolpho brings a breadth of luxury hospitality experience, a deep respect for the destination's natural flair and an intimate understanding of the importance of community to his new role. “I am honoured to join the experienced and gracious team here at Fo...
The Impact of ChatGPT on Hospitality Industry
Ahmed Mahmoud | February 9, 2023
By Ahmed Mahmoud AI technology was first introduced and presented at the Dartmouth conference in 1956. At that time, hotel businesses had not yet realized the importance of AI technology in hotel business and operations due to its lack of versatility and simple underdevelopment. Chat GPT is a newly launched AI chatbot that was launched in November 2022 and attracted one million users soon after its launch. Since then, it has taken the world by storm with its remarkable use. Chat GPT It stands for "Chat Generative Pre-Trained Transformer." Chat GPT has been making headlines since the day it was launched due to the tasks that it is cap...
Dreams® Flora Resort & Spa Opens in the Dominican Republic
Inclusive Collection, part of World of Hyatt | February 15, 2023
CHICAGO (Feb. 15, 2023) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Dreams® Flora Resort & Spa, the newest addition to the Inclusive Collection, part of World of Hyatt – a global portfolio of distinct luxury all-inclusive resort brands. The resort marks the expansion of Inclusive Collection’s presence in the Dominican Republic to 12 total resorts and is the fifth Dreams Resort & Spa in the Caribbean destination. Situated on the palm-studded beach of Cabeza de Toro, Dreams Flora Resort & Spa offers an unforgettable getaway designed for couples and families, conveniently located close to the Punta...
Increasing Non-Airline Revenues With Airport-Connected Hotels
Anwar Elgonemy | February 22, 2023
By Anwar Elgonemy In this article, we take a look at the best practices to overcome the challenges of developing airport-connected hotels. Background Certain customer segments are more likely to stay in airport hotels than others. For example, passengers departing on early flights or arriving on late flights will consider staying closer to the airport to save travel time and costs. “Fly-in-fly-out” meetings, passengers stranded due to over-booking or weather-related cancellations and mechanical delays, and, of course, airline crews, are essential demand segments. But these segments are seeking more than typical airport accommodations...
Palmer House, A Hilton Hotel Welcomes New General Manager, Konstantine Drosos
Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel | February 13, 2023
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (February 13, 2023) — Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Konstantine (“Gus”) Drosos as General Manager. Drosos brings more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry exclusively with Hilton across Illinois and California. In his most recent role, Drosos served as General Manager of Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport, the only Chicago O’Hare hotel on airport grounds, where he led renovations, oversaw day-to-day operations, and was awarded the Market Share Award of Excellence for 2021. Prior to his role at Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport, Drosos served as the Gener...
Nobu Hospitality Signs With Enevoria Development for Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences Al Marjan Island
Nobu Hospitality | February 1, 2023
NEW YORK, February 1, 2023 - Nobu Hospitality, the luxury lifestyle brand founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, has signed a management agreement with Enevoria Development FZ-LLC, to develop the Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. This is the brand’s second hotel and residence development in the UAE following the announcement of Abu Dhabi in late 2022. The Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences shall be located on the pristine Al Marjan Island, offering over 7.8 km of unspoiled beaches and stunning waterfront views of the Arabian Gulf. Nobu Hotel and Nobu Restaurant will also ...
Blue Ridge Hotel Partners Opens Home2 Suites by Hilton Huntsville in Ontario, Canada
Blue Ridge Hotel Partners | February 8, 2023
HUNTSVILLE, ONTARIO, CANADA – February 8, 2023 – Officials of Blue Ridge Hotel Partners (BRHP), a leading hotel management and development company, today announced the opening of Home2 Suites by Hilton Huntsville in Ontario, Canada. The hotel is owned by GS Holdings Huntsville, a partnership between The Ghoman Group & API Development Consultants. “With a top tier location, the Home2 Suites by Hilton Huntsville is the first new hotel in the marketplace in ten years,” said Tanya Ross, general manager. “Now that construction is complete, we have the latest and most sought-after amenities for both business and leisure trave...
AAA Unveils Top Diamond Designated Hotels and Restaurants of 2022
AAA | February 20, 2023
AAA unveils the 5-Diamond and 4-Diamond properties of 2022. These hotels and restaurants represent the best of the best in lodging and dining. 5-Diamond properties offer ultimate luxury and leading-edge cuisine. 4-Diamond properties offer upscale amenities and distinctive fine dining. Diamond designations reflect AAA Inspectors’ commitment to quality and consistency in the hospitality industry. Diamond Inspectors are trained professionals who travel across North America to conduct unannounced, independent, in-person property inspections. The 4Cs of AAA Diamonds Cleanliness: AAA hotel inspections include ATP...
