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Choice Hotels International Concludes 68th Annual Convention, One of Its Largest Ever
Choice Hotels | May 9, 2024
Highlights included the relaunch of Park Inn by Radisson, the reintroduction of the SOAR program to create hotel ownership opportunities for underrepresented entrepreneurs, and awards for top hotels NORTH BETHESDA, Md., May 9, 2024 -- Last week, Choice Hotels International (NYSE: CHH) concluded its 68th Annual Convention in Las Vegas, NV, one of the largest to date. Over the course of three days, Choice provided owners and operators with a roadmap on how together they will capitalize on their competitive position to capture the growing demand for travel. Choice announced the relaunch of Park Inn by Radisson and its strategic reposit...
Coast Hotels Celebrates Its Top Achievers
Coast Hotels | April 25, 2024
Vancouver, B.C. – April 25th, 2024 – Coast Hotels Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of APA Hotel Canada, Inc. and one of North America’s fastest-growing and one of Canada’s largest hotel brands, has announced the recipients of its 2023 Coast Hotels Awards during its annual brand conference, held at the Coast Nisku Inn & Conference Centre, Nisku, AB. Coast Hotels recognizes and celebrates Ambassadors, hotel teams, and leaders who demonstrate a commitment to hospitality excellence, outstanding guest experience, and business performance each year. “Our Ambassadors and operators truly went above and beyond last year and we are de...
Tripadvisor Announces 2024 Travelers’ Choice Hotels Award Winners: Check-In to the Best of the Best Places to Stay Around the World
Tripadvisor, Inc. | April 23, 2024
NEEDHAM, Mass., April 23, 2024 -- Today, Tripadvisor, the world's largest travel guidance platform, unveiled the elite group of winners of its annual Travelers' Choice Best of the Best Hotels Awards, celebrating this year's highest rated hotels in the world based on Tripadvisor reviews. Leading the pack, achieving the No. 1 Top Hotel in the World designation, is Brazil's Hotel Colline de France, a boutique hotel renowned for its personalized service and French elegance in the middle of the mountain town of Gramado. Tripadvisor's Best of the Best hotels are among the top one percent of the 1.6 million hotel listings on Tripad...
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust Announces the 12th Annual Pebby Award Winners
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust | March 12, 2024
Celebrating the Year’s Best Hotels HOLLYWOOD, Calif.--Pebblebrook Hotel Trust (NYSE: PEB) (the “Company” or “Pebblebrook”) today announced the winners of its Twelfth Annual Pebby Awards. The Pebby Award winners were chosen for their outstanding accomplishments in 2023, as determined by Pebblebrook’s selection committee. “As we celebrate our twelfth year of the Pebby Awards, we’ve witnessed an unprecedented level of competition and excellence,” said Jon E. Bortz, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Pebblebrook Hotel Trust. “Our hotel teams have consistently exemplified exceptional performance and leadership, and it...
First Hospitality Celebrates Strength of Its Talent and Culture; Robust Growth Drives New Sales and Performance Accolades
First Hospitality | March 11, 2024
CHICAGO (March 11, 2024) – Following a record portfolio growth year of nearly 40%, First Hospitality, a national hotel operating and development company, kicks off 2024 by celebrating its 3,500 associates at the company’s annual First Honors Awards Gala that took place in February in Toledo, OH. The First Honors Gala honored over 35 hotel properties across First Hospitality’s diverse portfolio of more than 70 independent and branded properties. There were 36 categories ranging from “Hotels Ranked #1 on STR” to “Top Guest Services Scores.” The Drake Oak Brook was named Hotel of the Year for being the highest-performing hotel ...
U.S. Travel Honors Destination Marketers With Mercury, Destiny Awards at ESTO 2023
U.S. Travel Association | August 28, 2023
WASHINGTON — U.S. Travel Association announced recipients of the 2023 Destiny and Mercury Awards at the 39th annual Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO) conference, held August 19-22 in Savannah, GA. “These awards—the only of their kind to recognize excellence in travel and tourism marketing campaigns at the city and state level—are a best-in-class showcase of creativity reflecting the unique travel destinations of our country,” said Nan Marchand Beauvois, Senior Vice President of Membership and Industry Relations at the U.S. Travel Association. “Congratulations to this year’s Destiny and Mercury award w...
Hilton Reveals 2022 Americas Development Awards Recognizing Achievements of Owners, Development Partners, and Hotel Teams
Hilton | April 17, 2023
Today, Hilton revealed its 2022 Americas Development Awards which recognize the achievements of owners, development partners, and hotel teams in the Americas across several categories. These annual awards celebrate the resiliency and commitment of our owners and team members who spread the light and warmth of hospitality. “As we continue to expand our portfolio around the world, Hilton’s ownership community is a critical partner in helping us deliver unforgettable stays for every guest, anywhere they want to be, for any stay occasion,” said Kevin Jacobs, chief financial officer and president, global development, Hilton. “Congrat...
HSMAI Honors Chapters With Frank W. Berkman Best of the Best Awards
HSMAI | March 16, 2023
McLean, VA (March 16, 2023) The HSMAI Greater New York Chapter was named the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International Americas 2022 Chapter of the Year as part of HSMAI’s Frank W. Berkman Chapter Award Program — presented at the annual Mike Leven Leadership Conference in Bloomington, MN. The program also recognized “Chapter Best of the Best” award recipients. “It is wonderful to gather back in person and celebrate our HSMAI Chapters and the incredible work produced in 2022,” said Jenny Teeson, HSMAI’s Director, Chapter Management “And a special congratulations to HSMAI Greater New York for winning 2022 Ch...
