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News Archive: April
Embassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa Unveils Multimillion-Dollar Property Renovation
Embassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa | April 26, 2024
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. (April 26, 2024) – Embassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa is ready to unveil the completion of its multi-million-dollar property renovation, just in time to welcome summer travelers. Located between the popular city centers of Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale, Deerfield Beach is a peaceful, beachside getaway for locals and tourists alike. The extensive renovation includes a redesign of public spaces, more than 11,700 sq. ft. of newly renovated event space, an aesthetic refresh of guestrooms and décor, and a rebranding of its signature dining destination, Beach Terrace Restaurant. “We are absolu...
A New Approach to Hotel Management Fees
Marcus R. Lee | April 26, 2024
By Marcus R. Lee In the ever-evolving hospitality industry, the question of how to effectively compensate hotel operators remains crucial. While the basic premise of paying managers for their management skills holds true, the prevalent incentive fee structures may no longer adequately align with market realities, particularly for owners. Management Fees Breakdown Hotel management companies earn fees through three main avenues: In the typical hotel management agreement, hotel management companies are typically paid a base fee equal to 2.0% to 4.0% of total operating revenue—3.0% being the most common—plus an incentive, typically an...
WoodHouse Set to Open The Hotel at The Moore in Miami’s Design District
WoodHouse | April 26, 2024
(MIAMI, FL – April 26, 2024) – Today, WoodHouse announced that The Moore in the Miami Design District has officially begun its re-opening. The iconic landmark enters its next century as a new cultural destination, complete with a private members club, public restaurant, boutique hotel, executive offices and gallery space. One of the most recognizable façades in the city, The Moore was built in 1922 during the 1920s Florida Land Boom on a former pineapple farm and estate, and would influence the development and design of the surrounding area for 100 years to come. Occupying a nearly 90,000-square-foot space, each floor of The Moore...
Ocean City’s Ashore Resort & Beach Club Appoints Nate Leonard as New Executive Chef
ASHORE RESORT & BEACH CLUB | April 2, 2024
Culinary Connoisseur Nate Leonard to Lead the Coastal Resort’s Five New Dining Outlets Ocean City, MD (April 2, 2024) – Ashore Resort & Beach Club, the newly renovated coastal haven nestled along Ocean City's pristine shores, announces the appointment of Nathaniel (Nate) Leonard as executive chef. With an impressive culinary background and a passion for creating memorable dining experiences, Chef Leonard is poised to further elevate the resort as an enticing travel and dining destination along the Maryland coast. Chef Leonard will lead all culinary-related operations, including banquets, events, weddings and the resort's five new coa...
Travel + Leisure Announces the 2024 It List of Best New Hotels
Travel + Leisure | April 16, 2024
NEW YORK, April 16, 2024 – Today, Travel + Leisure announces the 19th annual It List, a meticulously curated list of the best new and renovated hotels across the globe, which for the first time includes newly launched luxury cruise ships. In-depth coverage of this year’s It List is now available online, and in the May 2024 issue of Travel + Leisure, which hits newsstands April 19. This year, Travel + Leisure’s guide to the can’t-miss openings (and re-openings) covers everything from boutique hotels in Morocco and Portugal to grand resorts along the serene beaches of Mexico and Greece. The selected hotels and cruise ships span 39 c...
Rahul Vir Named General Manager of Marriott Long Beach Downtown
Marriott Long Beach Downtown | April 25, 2024
LONG BEACH, Calif. -- Longtime hospitality industry veteran Rahul Vir has been named general manager of the new Marriott Long Beach Downtown, overseeing 140 employees as well as all day-to-day operations of the 376-room property. In his current role, he directs day-to-day management of the 12-story property and has been instrumental in spearheading a top to bottom renovation now underway. When complete in June of 2024, Marriott Long Beach Downtown will emerge with a modern and vibrant design encompassing all 376 rooms and suites, a stunning rooftop pool and deck with sweeping city and ocean views, a fresh new dining venue Local Current, a c...
Gregory Stubbs Appointed General Manager at Resorts World Bimini
RESORTS WORLD BIMINI | April 2, 2024
BIMINI, THE BAHAMAS – Resorts World is pleased to announce the promotion of hospitality veteran Gregory Stubbs to General Manager of its luxury resort, Resorts World Bimini, located on the island of Bimini in the Bahamas. In this new role, Stubbs will lead the team in providing outstanding service and oversee operations of the hotel’s 305 guest rooms and suites, four on-site pools, Serenity Spa, restaurants and bars, Fisherman’s Village – an authentic shopping experience and The Resorts World Bimini Beach - a 4.5 acre private beach and lounge. A Nassau-native, Stubbs brings 40 years of industry experience to the role. He joined ...
Why Time Is the New Currency
Audrey Hall | April 12, 2024
By Audrey Hall “Time is money” is an often-repeated phrase attributed to Benjamin Franklin. When the aphorism was written, Franklin was pointing out that time spent not working was time not making money. Fast forward to today’s society and the value, or currency, no longer comes from the time spent working to achieve results, but on the time saved. When interacting with customers, the focus is no longer on spending more time working, but on being more efficient with time. In the context of the hospitality industry, by giving time back to guests, hotels not only extend value but increase loyalty with their customer base. The ...
