Direct Booking Growth Tips for the Back Half of 2024
Adam and Larry Mogelonsky | March 27th, 2024
Galgorm Is First in UK to Benefit From Maestro All-In-One PMS, Right Revenue Integration
Maestro PMS | March 26th, 2024
News Archive: March
Regent Santa Monica Beach Appoints Leadership Ahead of Summer Opening
Regent Santa Monica Beach | March 5, 2024
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (March 5, 2024) – Ahead of the anticipated opening of Regent Santa Monica Beach this summer, the resort is pleased to announce the appointment of Houssem Tasco, Claudine Espinoza, and David Houde as the property’s Hotel Manager, Director of Sales and Marketing, and Director of Meetings and Events, respectively. Collectively, the trio brings more than 60 years of hospitality experience to Santa Monica’s newest beachfront resort, which will also be the first destination in the Americas for the reimagined Regent Hotels & Resorts brand. Houssem Tasco, Hotel Manager Tasco, a seasoned veteran with over two decades...
Man-Made Lagoons Gain Popularity
Stephen Szczygiel | March 6, 2024
By Stephen Szczygiel, CHIA INTRODUCTION Man-made swimming lagoons, not to be confused with pools or waterparks, have emerged as a new and innovative way to enjoy recreational water activities. These large (over one acre of water surface) and uniquely designed aquatic venues present new opportunities within the residential, resort, and attractions industries. Over the past several years, H&LA has seen the emergence of swimming lagoons in many facets of leisure development from large-scale resort settings to residential developments. The rise in popularity of these man-made lagoons lies in their ability to create waterfront and bea...
The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island Appoints Collin Thornton as Director of Food and Beverage
The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island | March 1, 2024
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The Sea Ranch Lodge Welcomes Stephen Beaumier as Executive Chef
The Sea Ranch Lodge | March 19, 2024
SEA RANCH, Calif. (March 19, 2024) – The Sea Ranch Lodge is excited to announce the appointment of Stephen Beaumier as Executive Chef. With over 20 years of experience in the culinary industry including several Michelin-rated restaurants, Chef Beaumier brings a rich tapestry of expertise, innovation, and passion to The Lodge’s Dining Room, Café, and Bar & Lounge. “We are delighted to welcome Stephen to The Sea Ranch Lodge team. His extensive experience, combined with his commitment to sustainability and community connection aligns perfectly with our ethos of living lightly on the land and goal of providing guests with memorab...
Avison Young Closed 12 Hotel Transactions Over Last 90 Days
Avison Young | March 11, 2024
ATLANTA – March 11, 2024 – Avison Young announces today that the firm has closed 12 hotel transactions over the last 90 days. Four of the sales were Hilton-branded hotels, two were Marriott-branded hotels, and an IHG and other brands made up the balance. Geographically the hotels were located in the following states – IN, KY, PA, CO, VA, AR, MA, GA, and TN. Of special note, Thierry Roch and Rick George closed a sale on a boutique hotel in the Cape Cod area for close to 1m per room and Chris Kilcullen closed the sale for the upscale Ascent on Main in Parker, CO. Chris Stark, Brad Sinclair, Mike George, Thierry Roch and Rick George were t...
Hilton Expands Caribbean Portfolio With Signing of Palacio Provincial Hotel in Old San Juan Historic District
Hilton | March 18, 2024
Expected to join the Curio Collection by Hilton portfolio this year, the early 19th century property will represent Hilton’s first hotel in Old San Juan MCLEAN, Va. and San Juan, Puerto Rico - Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of an agreement to welcome Palacio Provincial to Curio Collection by Hilton. Owned by Hostal El Convento and managed by International Hospitality Enterprises (IHE), the esteemed Palacio Provincial Hotel in Old San Juan will join a global portfolio of more than 160 distinct, upper-upscale hotels and resorts under the Curio Collection by Hilton brand and will represent Hilton’s debut in the historic...
What to Expect in the Hospitality Industry in 2024
Mark D. Podgainy | March 4, 2024
By Mark D. Podgainy The hospitality industry experienced a modest increase in RevPAR in 2023, and the industry seems to be optimistic about the future. What’s ahead for 2024? Uncertainty is the major theme. What’s Ahead • Interest rates will be higher for longer. Expectations of a number of rapid cuts to the Federal Funds rate early this year have been dashed with the latest inflation data. Most economists still expect reductions in the Federal Funds rate but have pushed back the time frame for the first reduction to late spring and have reduced their forecasts for the number of reductions. If inflation remains stubbornly high,...
Marriott International Brings Newly Debuted Marriott Hotels All-Inclusive to The Dominican Republic With New Resort Signing
Marriott International | March 12, 2024
Plantation, Fla. March 12, 2024 – Marriott International in the Caribbean and Latin America announced today the latest addition to its All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy portfolio with the signing of Marriott Miches Beach, An All-Inclusive Resort, currently the Sunrise Miches Beach Resort in Dominican Republic. Set to undergo a conversion process commencing in the second quarter of 2024, the resort is slated to open its doors under the Marriott Hotels brand in the first quarter of 2025. Nestled on a sprawling 62-acre site in the enchanting locale of Miches, within a 60-minute ride distance of the Punta Cana International Airport, the reso...
