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News Archive: May 2021
Hilton Signs 11 New Hotels for Tempo by Hilton and Motto by Hilton
Hilton | May 17, 2021
MCLEAN, Va. - Today, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced 11 new hotel signings for Tempo by Hilton and Motto by Hilton, representing nearly 20% of the global hospitality company’s lifestyle pipeline. The new properties will be located in the United States, Latin America and Europe, with key signings in New York City, Rotterdam, Tulum, Boston, Mexico City and Seattle. With these newly signed properties, Hilton’s lifestyle category supply is expected to double within the next five years as well as expand to an additional 17 countries/territories over the next 10 years including the first lifestyle property in Africa. While relatively new t...
The Emerging Market for Health and Wellness Tourism
The Authors | May 14, 2021
By Gregg Rockett and Samantha Amus Part I: Background and a Focus on the Asia Pacific Region Contributing to the research were students of The George Washington University – School of Business: Arianna Fisher, Yuting Ni and Jiahui Lin. The authors acknowledge contributions from Mia Kyricos, an industry thought leader on health and wellness tourism. Background This is a two part-article addressing the health and wellness tourism eco-system, comprising a focus on three regions where this travel submarket is growing: Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean and Africa. The research was undertaken by graduate students of th...
Hotel Greystone From Salt Hotels and B Group Capital to Debut in September 2021
SALT HOTELS | May 25, 2021
Miami Beach, FL (April 2021) - Situated in the heart of the cultural crossroads that is Miami Beach, the historic and iconic, art deco Hotel Greystone revives innovative hospitality on Collins Avenue. Led by the award-winning Salt Hotels in partnership with B Group Capital, the boutique Hotel Greystone opens in September 21, 2021 and will meld art and design with exceptional personalized service. Located in the historic Collins Park neighborhood, Hotel Greystone fuses intimate spaces, innovative cuisine and a hyperlocal ethos. The curated atmosphere creates the perfect conditions for people, art, music and fine dining to transcend the pred...
Ballyfin Demesne Appoints Peter White as General Manager
Ballyfin | May 17, 2021
County Laois, Ireland (Ballyfin), May 17, 2021– Ballyfin is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter White as General Manager. White’s career spans 30 years of experience in hospitality management at 5-star hotels around the world. Ballyfin will reopen June 2, 2021, after an extended closure due to pandemic restrictions in Ireland. "I’m delighted to soon welcome back our first guests to Ballyfin and to continue the tradition of exceptional Irish hospitality that has been created here over the past ten years. This is the pinnacle and highlight of my 30-year career, and to achieve that in my favourite hotel makes me very excited ...
Oakmont Corporation Breaks Ground on Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol
Cove Club at Cabo Del Sol | May 24, 2021
CABO SAN LUCAS, MX (May 24, 2021) – California-based Oakmont Corporation and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, an international leader in luxury hospitality, celebrates two major milestones for the new Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol. The prominent oceanfront development along the famed Los Cabos Corridor has secured more than $100 million in reservations from its initial, private pre-sale launch of the residences, and just began construction on site. “It is an honor to be in partnership with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, an iconic brand we know will bring an unparalleled level of luxury to the Golde...
Lake Placid’s Grand Adirondack Hotel Set to Make a Fall Debut
Wright Investments | May 25, 2021
May 25, 2021 – (Lake Placid, NY) – Situated in a coveted space on Lake Placid’s Main Street, the historic Hotel North Woods will reopen this fall after a major renovation, unveiling a fresh look under a new name: Grand Adirondack Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. Conceptualized, managed and capitalized by the team at Wright Investments, the Grand Adirondack Hotel will embody the spirit and soul of Lake Placid and the natural environment that surrounds the town. The hotel joins Tribute Portfolio, Marriott International’s growing global family of characterful, independent hotels drawn together by their passion for captivating design and...
More Tech Needed for Managing Group Contracts
Larry and Adam Mogelonsky | May 26, 2021
By Larry and Adam Mogelonsky The rumors are true…groups are already starting to rebound. You may not be seeing that in the form of RFPs and spikes in search traffic. Rather, it’s happenings amongst friends and corporate executives. “Hey, we’re all vaccinated now, and the government is saying we’ll be able to gather soon, so let’s start planning something for this fall because we all haven’t seen each other in a long time,” said the CEO to the CFO during their latest fireside Zoom chat. True, large-scale conventions with thousands of attendees intermingling will be the last segment to return, but smaller meetings and regi...
Mary Rogers Appointed General Manager of Montage Laguna Beach
Montage Laguna Beach | May 24, 2021
LAGUNA BEACH, Calif. (May 24, 2021) – Montage Laguna Beach is pleased to announce the appointment of Mary Rogers as general manager. With two decades of luxury hospitality industry experience, Rogers will oversee all day-to-day operations of the 30-acre beachfront sanctuary perched on a coastal bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean. “I am delighted to welcome Mary Rogers to Montage Laguna Beach,” said Jason Herthel, president and chief operating officer of Montage International. “Mary’s extensive, ground-breaking background is nothing short of impressive, and we are honored to have her dynamic leadership at the helm of the resort...
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