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    IHG opens first dual-branded Avid Hotels and Candlewood Suites property

    The company has 40 additional dual-branded locations in its Americas pipeline to follow the North Platte, Nebraska, opening.

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    Vegas segment a bright spot in tough Q1 for Caesars Entertainment

    The gaming and resort company took a “butt-kicking” in the quarter, according to CEO Tom Reeg, but occupancy in Las Vegas hit an all-time high for Q1.

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    International markets buoy Marriott Q1 as US RevPAR growth slows

    Group and large corporate travel boosted RevPAR in the U.S. and Canada as leisure travel normalized in the region.

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    Hotel Tech-in: The hologram concierges beaming up to hotel guest rooms

    With the Proto M hologram device, guests at the Beverly Wilshire in California can speak to real-time holograms of hotel staff from the comfort of their suites.

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    Long-vacant Las Vegas lot poised for multibillion-dollar resort project

    Developer LVXP is planning an entertainment and lifestyle venue, anchored by an “ultra-luxury” hotel and sports arena, at a site where a similar project failed just months ago.

  • 90% of Business Travelers File Expense Reports Within 7 Days of Returning from Their Trip
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    Business travel trends hoteliers need to know: Amex GBT

    As corporate trips resurge, professionals want more sustainable hotel options, integrated technology and local, authentic experiences, according to American Express Global Business Travel.

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    Cordish Companies, Bruce Smith Enterprise to develop $1.4B Virginia casino resort

    A 200-room Live! Casino & Hotel will anchor the Petersburg, Virginia, mixed-use development pending voter approval.

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    Extended stay ‘dominates’ record US hotel construction pipeline

    In the first quarter of 2024, the total hotel project pipeline increased 9% year over year, with extended stay and conversion properties contributing to the growth, according to Lodging Econometrics.

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    Hyatt says goodbye to Small Luxury Hotels, welcomes Mr & Mrs Smith

    Though Hyatt’s former partner is moving to Hilton, Mr & Mrs Smith-curated luxury properties could fill in the gaps.

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    Failed Choice Hotels deal drives developer interest for Wyndham in Q1

    Wyndham grew its development pipeline to record highs in the quarter, bolstered by an easing of developer uncertainty surrounding Choice Hotels’ takeover bid.

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    Hotel industry orgs slam new DOL overtime eligibility threshold

    The rule gives some hotel workers access to higher pay, but hospitality industry organizations say the added cost could lead hotels to cut jobs.

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    7 more SoCal hotels reach agreements with hospitality union

    A total of 41 properties have settled contracts with workers since Unite Here Local 11 began its multiproperty strikes last July, though holdouts remain. 

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    Record pipeline, group travel drive Hilton growth in Q1

    The company made several moves to further bolster its pipeline in the quarter, particularly through acquisitions and partnerships in the growing lifestyle segment.

  • Red Roof appointed Zack Gharib as president.
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    Red Roof names Zack Gharib president

    Gharib replaces George Limbert, who stepped down last year, and is tasked with leading the company’s strategic portfolio growth.

  • Concord Hospitality appointed Will Loughran as chief operating officer.
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    Concord Hospitality appoints Will Loughran chief operating officer

    The 30-year industry veteran will take over for Nick Kellock, who is retiring next month.

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    Customer satisfaction with lodging is back to pre-pandemic levels: report

    Hilton brands, in particular, came out on top in this year’s American Customer Satisfaction Index Travel Study.

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    Total solar eclipse drives hotel RevPAR gains across US

    Hotels in larger urban areas along the path of totality from Texas to Maine saw higher performance boosts from the April 8 event, with Indianapolis seeing the greatest impact.

  • Outdoor-centric hotel brand Trailborn is expanding to North Carolina.
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    Outdoor-centric hotel brand Trailborn expands to Blue Ridge Mountains

    The boutique operator aims to capitalize on the increasing number of travelers who seek outdoor-focused and experience-based vacations.

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    AI should be ‘strategic priority’ for travel businesses: WTTC

    Artificial intelligence can personalize customer experiences, help make progress toward sustainability goals and advance the future of travel — but it does present risks, the council said.

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    Ashford Hospitality’s Stephen Zsigray to take over as CEO

    The company veteran will assume the top job July 1 after Rob Hays steps down.

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    Median sale price of large US hotels declined in Q1: Cornell

    Despite the dip, real estate researchers expect to see a rise in the price of large hotels in the second quarter of 2024.

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    Luxury lifestyle brand Edition to open first Midwest hotel in Detroit

    Downtown Detroit’s first five-star hotel will occupy 45 floors of a high-rise near General Motors’ future global headquarters.

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    IHG becomes first hospitality company to integrate Apple AirPlay

    The technology will allow users to stream content from iPhones or iPads on a guest room’s TV.

  • The check in area at the Nobu hotel at Caesars New Orleans.
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    Nobu brings hotel, restaurant to Caesars New Orleans redevelopment

    The hospitality players are once again joining forces — this time to revamp the former Harrah’s hotel and casino in a multimillion-dollar project.

  • The exterior of a Great Wolf Lodge property.
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    Hilton Grand Vacations, Great Wolf Lodge partner on guest benefits

    Guests will be able to book Great Wolf Lodge stays with HGV club points, as the vacation ownership company courts experiential and family travelers.