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Courtesy of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group to manage hospitality development in Miami
The company will operate a luxury two-tower hotel and residence development planned for the southernmost point of Brickell Key island.
By Jenna Graber • July 20, 2023 -
Courtesy of Sonesta Hotels
Sonesta chief brand officer on building name recognition in a crowded market
The hotel company’s marketing team has had to think creatively about how to build awareness for the “80-year-old startup.”
By Noelle Mateer • July 19, 2023 -
Retrieved from Noble Investment Group on July 19, 2023
Noble Investment Group acquires extended stay portfolio in Southeast
The firm acquired 10 WoodSpring Suites hotels, joining other investors and developers claiming stake in the extended stay space.
By Jenna Graber • July 19, 2023 -
Retrieved from Marriott International on July 17, 2023
Marriott bets on Vegas with MGM loyalty program partnership
The newly created MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy will allow Marriott loyalty members to earn and spend points on stays at MGM properties, extending Marriott’s reach in Las Vegas.
By Jenna Graber • July 17, 2023 -
Retrieved from Even Hotel Brooklyn on July 17, 2023
HEI Hotels & Resorts assumes management of 3 Even hotels
The Connecticut-based management company will operate three of IHG’s wellness-oriented properties in New York, Maryland and Connecticut.
By Noelle Mateer • July 17, 2023 -
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Wyndham CIO on how mobile tipping can boost guest, employee satisfaction
In addition to expanding its partnership with Béné, which provides personalized QR codes for tipping housekeepers, the hotel company is exploring an enterprise solution with Canary Technologies.
By Jenna Graber • July 17, 2023 -
Retrieved from Four Points San Rafael on July 14, 2023
Equinox Hospitality acquires Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael for $38M
As it expands its portfolio, Equinox sees growth possibilities in the California and Texas hotel markets.
By Noelle Mateer • July 14, 2023 -
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Margaritaville to open first ski resort in Lake Tahoe
The $70 million redevelopment project will offer year-round outdoor recreational activities at a time when leisure travelers are demanding more experiences.
By Jenna Graber • July 14, 2023 -
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AHLA Foundation creates advisory council in fight against human trafficking
The inaugural council, with members from Marriott, IHG and Hilton, will support the foundation’s No Room for Trafficking program.
By Jenna Graber • July 13, 2023 -
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Marriott sets environmental goals for hotels worldwide
The company is deploying electric vehicle charging stations and phasing out single-use plastic toiletry bottles, according to a newly released ESG report.
By Jenna Graber • July 13, 2023 -
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Mission Hill Hospitality acquires 2 Marriott hotels in Florida
The Clearwater Beach properties, located in a market saturated with leisure activities, add to the investment firm’s portfolio of more than 30 hotels.
By Jenna Graber • July 12, 2023 -
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Wynn Resorts outlines net-zero goals, employee impact in 2022 ESG report
Employees donated a record $800,000 to give back to local communities as the hospitality industry calls for more transparency around responsible actions.
By Noelle Mateer • July 12, 2023 -
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Sonder targets Florida hotels as it ramps up growth plans
The short-term rental company is working to improve its free cash flow while expanding its footprint in markets popular with business and leisure travelers.
By Noelle Mateer • July 11, 2023 -
Retrieved from Ritz-Carlton on July 11, 2023
Ritz-Carlton Naples reopens after extensive redesign, expansion
The Florida hotel features a new tower, redesigned guest rooms and amenities, and opens as the luxury lifestyle category sees strong performance growth.
By Jenna Graber • July 11, 2023 -
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Choice opens Cambria hotel in Colorado leisure market
Cambria Hotel Copper Mountain joins the upscale brand’s portfolio as leisure travelers seek more experience-based trips.
By Jenna Graber • July 6, 2023 -
Courtesy of Choice Hotels
Choice Hotels’ integration of Radisson Americas ahead of schedule
Choice, which acquired Radisson Americas in August, credits integration expertise and tech investments for the faster timeline.
By Noelle Mateer • July 5, 2023 -
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Booking.com launches ChatGPT trip planning feature
The company's app integrates the generative AI tool directly into its accommodation booking experience.
By Jenna Graber • June 27, 2023 -
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Marriott sued by LA guests over ‘junk fees’
The plaintiffs in the lawsuit claim a mandatory “worker protection” fee violates California laws.
By Jenna Graber • June 22, 2023 -
Mission Hill Hospitality expands portfolio with 2 acquisitions in college towns
The select service and extended stay hotels are near the University of Alabama and Virginia Tech.
By Michele Laufik • June 22, 2023 -
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Hersha Hospitality Management creates luxury lifestyle division
With the debut of the Echelon Luxury & Lifestyle division, HHM joins a list of industry players expanding in the strong-performing category.
By Jenna Graber • June 22, 2023 -
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Marriott expands refugee hiring goal as hotels build back labor force
The company plans to hire more than 3,000 refugees throughout Europe and the U.S., which is still recovering from pandemic-related labor challenges.
By Jenna Graber • June 21, 2023 -
Retrieved from Crestline on June 21, 2023
Crestline appoints Alexander Belden to VP role
The industry veteran will work alongside Samuel Woodworth, who recently joined the company as a vice president of business development.
By Jenna Graber • June 21, 2023 -
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Black Swan Holdings to revive short-term rental operator
Lyric, the business traveler-focused startup previously backed by Airbnb, had shuttered as a result of the pandemic.
By Jenna Graber • June 16, 2023 -
Courtesy of Kirkwood Collection
Luxury boutique hotel group acquires 3 properties in downtown Palm Springs
With the buy, Kirkwood Collection expands its California-only portfolio to 10 properties.
By Jenna Graber • June 14, 2023 -
Retrieved from IHG Hotels & Resorts on June 13, 2023
IHG begins $158M development on San Antonio’s River Walk
The forthcoming InterContinental San Antonio, on the site of a former Wyndham property, will feature new meeting and event space to accommodate strong business travel to the city.
By Jenna Graber • June 13, 2023
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