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Operating in a Silo
Travel Outlook Hotel Reservations Call Center Services | January 23, 2020
How to Unite Revenue and Marketing Teams By definition, the silo effect happens when team members, or leadership, do not share common goals, have aligned strategies, exchange information, or use collaboration tools. The silo mentality affects not only those in the silo but stretches across the organization. On the surface, it hurts employee morale but can, also, impact a company’s bottom line. For hotels, revenue and marketing teams have traditionally worked in a silo as separate entities at hotels. Working separately in the past, building the brand and maximizing revenue were often seen as two distinct and independent goals. But that ...
Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG) to Operate New Embassy Suites by Hilton in Forsyth County, Alpharetta, Ga.
Hospitality Ventures Management Group | January 21, 2020
ALPHARETTA, Ga, (January 21, 2020)—Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), an Atlanta-based, private hotel investment, ownership and management company, today announced it has been selected to operate the currently under-construction, 160-suite Embassy Suites by Hilton Halcyon Village Alpharetta on behalf of owners, Atlas Member Group of Alpharetta, LLC. The hotel is expected to open the beginning of 2021. “HVMG continues to excel in growing our portfolio of managed and owned hotels with locations ranging from city center to suburbs of major cities like this project to resorts across the United States,” said Robert Cole, presid...
Apple Hospitality REIT Selects Crestline to Manage Four Hotels
Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC | January 20, 2020
Hilton Garden Inn Annapolis, Hilton Garden Inn Islip/MacArthur Airport, Courtyard Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square and Residence Inn Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square FAIRFAX, VA – January 20, 2020 Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC (“Crestline”) announced today that it has been appointed to manage four additional hotels: the 126-guestroom Hilton Garden Inn Annapolis (Annapolis, Maryland), the 165-guestroom Hilton Garden Inn Islip/MacArthur Airport (Ronkonkoma, New York), the 102-guestroom Courtyard Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square and the 78-guest suite Residence Inn Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square (Syracuse, New York)....
TraknProtect Announces New Partnership With Intello Technologies
Intello Technologies | January 15, 2020
TraknProtect expands its leading position in the hospitality technology industry with new Intello Technologies Canadian market partnership Chicago – January 15, 2020 – TraknProtect, a pioneer of real-time location-based technology purpose-built for the hotel industry, has announced a new partnership with Montreal-based Intello Technologies, a leading guest internet and hospitality solutions provider in Canada. In addition to solidifying its position in hospitality technology, this new partnership allows TraknProtect to extend its footprint of innovation across the border and offer its award-winning solutions to Canadian hotels. Emp...
Aimbridge Hospitality Selected to Manage Westin Boston Waterfront
Aimbridge Hospitality | January 14, 2020
Aimbridge Hospitality, the world’s leading third-party hotel management company, announces it has been selected to manage the Westin Boston Waterfront, a 793-room contemporary hotel connected to the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Westin Boston Waterfront is owned by DiamondRock Hospitality Company (NYSE: DRH) a self-advised real estate investment trust with 31 premium hotels and resorts throughout United States. The Hotel is operated under a franchise agreement with Westin Hotels (a subsidiary of Marriott International) which expires in 2026. “Aimbridge has the specialized expertise to drive results at Boston’s leadi...
Former Days Inn/Hotel Ava in South Middleton May Soon Reopen Under New Management and Brand
January 10, 2020
A South Middleton Township hotel near Carlisle that was forced to suddenly close amid renovations last summer may reopen soon under new management and a new brand. The former Days Inn at 101 Alexander Spring Road switched names to Hotel Ava and opened while under renovations last spring. In July, South Middleton Township codes officials revoked the occupancy permit for the hotel because of issues with the building’s fire alarm system. The closure occurred shortly before the Chrysler Nationals show by Carlisle Events and forced out-of-state guests to find a new place to stay. Anthony Christian of AC Hospitality Management, who an...
Declaring Their Independence, Big Box Hotels Combine Capacity, Personalized Service, High Tech & Flexibility
Teneo Hospitality Group | January 9, 2020
Eleven Teneo Members Offer Hot Dates, Promotions in 2020 Eden Prairie (Minneapolis) MN, January 2020 … Bigger, bolder and now independent – Big Box Hotels are increasingly breaking off from major brands and deploying their expansive meeting spaces, extensive room inventory and outstanding technical services to become independent operators. It’s a growing trend that offers planners the advantages of a large hotel accommodating groups of up to 3,000 attendees while providing a level of flexibility and creativity once reserved for boutique properties and smaller brands. Teneo Hospitality Group, the leading group representation firm, ...
McKibbon Hospitality Adds Hampton Inn Atlanta Kennesaw to Management Portfolio
Hampton by Hilton | January 8, 2020
Owned by Busbee Hotel, LLC, the 100-room hotel is primely located near the Kennesaw Town Center and Kennesaw State University in northwest Atlanta McKibbon Hospitality, an award-winning leader in hotel management, today announced the addition of Hampton Inn by Hilton Atlanta Kennesaw to its management portfolio. Owned by Busbee Hotel, LLC, the 100-room hotel is primely located near the Kennesaw Town Center and Kennesaw State University in northwest Atlanta. The new management contract expands McKibbon’s presence in the Atlanta area, where the company currently manages five additional hotels: AC Hotel Atlanta Midtown, Moxy Atlanta Midt...
Valor Hospitality Expands Globally Into Asia With Addition of Two Hotels
Valor Hospitality Partners | January 6, 2020
ATLANTA (January 2020) – Valor Hospitality (Valor) announced today that its new Asia division has been selected to provide hospitality management services to two hotels and a luxury residential property on the world’s most populous continent. The hotels include the continent’s first Staybridge Suites in Thonglor, Bangkok, and Thailand’s first Holiday Inn & Suites located in the coastal Thai town of Si Racha (both opening in 2020). Valor Asia was also selected to provide concierge services to Hyde Heritage Thonglor, a 45-floor residential building in Bangkok, Thailand, that includes seven floors of public space and luxury facilit...
First Hospitality Adds Fairfield by Marriott Fair Oaks Farms to Management Portfolio
First Hospitality | January 6, 2020
(FAIR OAKS, IN; Jan. 6, 2020)—First Hospitality today announces it has assumed management of Fairfield by Marriott Fair Oaks Farms. The one-of-a-kind hotel is located in a nearby country destination and agritourism attraction just outside of greater Chicago at 708 N. 600 E. in Fair Oaks, Indiana. “Fair Oaks Farms offers travelers the highest standards in hospitality along with a countryside escape,” says David Duncan, president of First Hospitality. “This is a unique property, and we look forward to sharing it with new and returning guests.” Fairfield by Marriott Fair Oaks Farms is owned by Fair Oaks Farms, who developed and o...
Tapestry Collection by Hilton Welcomes The Cassara Carlsbad, a Mediterranean-Style hotel, to Its Expanding Portfolio
Tapestry Collection by Hilton | January 3, 2020
The fully renovated hotel offers 90 guest rooms, 180-degree coastal views of the Pacific Ocean and convenient access to LEGOLAND, Carlsbad Flower Fields and premier shopping SAN DIEGO, CA — DECEMBER 20, 2019 — The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection By Hilton, a 90-room fully redesigned, full-service hotel just minutes from LEGOLAND California, the famous Carlsbad Flower Fields, the Crossings Golf Course and Carlsbad Premium Outlets, is the latest addition to the Tapestry Collection by Hilton portfolio, one of Hilton’s 17 market-leading brands. The modern hotel features stunning and elegant colors the minute you walk into the lo...
Service Properties Trust Signs New Agreements With Marriott
| January 3, 2020
NEWTON, Mass.--January 3, 2020--Service Properties Trust (Nasdaq: SVC) today announced that it has entered agreements with Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR), or Marriott, which combine its three existing Marriott operating agreements, historically referred to as the Marriott Nos. 1, 234 and 5 agreements, into a single portfolio for a 16-year term commencing January 1, 2020. The Marriott Nos. 1, 234 and 5 agreements included 122 hotels, provided for aggregate annual owner’s priority returns and rents due to SVC of $192.2 million and were scheduled to expire on December 31, 2024, 2025 and 2019, respectively. Among other terms, the new ...
Hilton Signs Partnership With Groupe Alliance in Tunis
Hilton | December 26, 2019
Hilton (NYSE:HLT) (https://www.Hilton.com) will once again be welcoming guests to the Tunisian capital city of Tunis from after a landmark deal was signed with the Groupe Alliance. The new management agreement confirms a flagship Hilton Hotels & Resorts Property in the coastal suburb of Gammarth. An extensive renovation of Le Palace hotel will now see the property re-brand as Hilton Tunis Gammarth in 2023. A phased renovation of all guest rooms, suites and public spaces (including F&B outlets) will begin in 2021. Once complete the hotel will boast 296 guest rooms and 25 suites, seven F&B outlets and ample meetings facilities in...
Midas Hospitality Adds Two Oklahoma Hotels to Management Portfolio
Midas Hospitality | December 26, 2019
Midas Hospitality recently added two Oklahoma hotels to its growing management operations. The two Hilton properties are the Hilton Garden Inn Tulsa-Broken Arrow and the Homewood Suites by Hilton Tulsa-South. Both are situated in Broken Arrow, which is the largest suburb of Tulsa. Midas Hospitality also manages an Aloft in Tulsa and the Hampton Inn in Duncan, Okla. The Hilton Garden Inn is a 107-room hotel 13 miles from downtown Tulsa and the airport. The 99-suite Homewood Suites features an outdoor pool and is in close proximity to shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Grayson Davis, who will continue as the general manager for ...
Chesapeake Hospitality Adds Crowne Plaza Milwaukee Airport to Management Portfolio
Chesapeake Hospitality | December 19, 2019
GREENBELT, Md., Dec. 19, 2019 – Chesapeake Hospitality, a dynamic third-party hotel management company, today announced its new role as property manager for the Crowne Plaza Milwaukee Airport. President and CEO of Chesapeake Hospitality Chris Green made the announcement. “We’ve had an incredible year identifying great opportunities to bring our results focused management expertise to the right properties across the U.S., and we’re pleased to call Crowne Plaza Milwaukee Airport one of those properties,” Green said. “As our reputation for outstanding results grew in 2019, we remain committed to delivering exceptional, memorable e...
Crescent Hotels & Resorts Adds Marriott LaGuardia Airport Hotel to Portfolio
Crescent Hotels & Resorts | December 17, 2019
New York, NY (December 17, 2019) – The Marriott LaGuardia Airport Hotel in New York City is now being managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts. Crescent, based in Fairfax, Virginia is a nationally recognized operator of major hotels and resorts throughout the United States and Canada. With a commanding presence directly across from LaGuardia Airport, the Marriott LaGuardia Airport Hotel offers free shuttle service to and from LaGuardia Airport, and convent location to Manhattan and top destinations in Queens, such as Citi Field and Arthur Ashe Stadium. “The Marriott LaGuardia Airport Hotel aligns well with our expertise in operating...
Midas Hospitality Adds Two Tulsa Hilton Hotels to Management Portfolio
Midas Hospitality | December 17, 2019
St. Louis, Mo., Dec. 17, 2019 - Midas Hospitality—a leading hotel development, management and investment firm—recently added two Oklahoma hotels to its growing management operations. The two Hilton properties are the Hilton Garden Inn located at 420 W. Albany St. and the Homewood Suites located at 4900 W. Madison Place. Both are situated in Broken Arrow, Okla., which is the largest suburb of Tulsa. Midas Hospitality also manages an Aloft in Tulsa, Okla. and the Hampton Inn in Duncan, Okla. The Hilton Garden Inn is a 107-room hotel that is only 13 miles from downtown Tulsa and the airport. The 99-suite Homewood Suites features ...
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group to Take Over Management of Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi
December 16, 2019
Emirates Palace Company (EPCO) has announced that Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group will take over management of the iconic Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi, from January 1, 2020. Upon signature of the agreement, Mohamed Al Junaibi, chairman of EPCO, said: "Since first opening its doors to guests, Emirates Palace has captured the essence of authentic Arabian hospitality and established itself as not only an exceptional hotel, but also as one of Abu Dhabi's most iconic visitor attractions. We are delighted to enter this fresh chapter with Mandarin Oriental, whose operational expertise will further enhance the guest experience in line with our leadersh...
JRK Property Holdings Selects Davidson Hotels & Resorts to Manage Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
Davidson Hotels & Resorts | December 12, 2019
ATLANTA, Dec. 12, 2019- Davidson Hotels & Resorts, one of the nation's leading full-service hospitality management companies, has been selected by JRK Property Holdings to operate Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown. Centrally located in the heart of Music City, the 482-room property is the second in Nashville under Davidsonmanagement. "We are thrilled to welcome Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown to the Davidson family as the fifth Sheraton branded hotel in our premier portfolio," said Davidson Hotels & Resorts President Thom Geshay. "Through our hands-on approach, deep brand familiarity and extensive Nashville experience dating bac...
Radisson Makes Its Debut on the Las Vegas Strip With Treasure Island – TI Hotel & Casino, a Radisson Hotel
Radisson | December 11, 2019
Radisson today announced the debut of Treasure Island - TI Hotel & Casino, a Radisson Hotel at 3300 Las Vegas Boulevard S, Las Vegas, NV. The award-winning resort marks the company's first property on the world famous Las Vegas Strip and features nearly 3,000 rooms with a contemporary style and high-energy atmosphere. With the hotel now part of the Radisson brand, Radisson Rewards members can redeem points for stays when booking on RadissonHotels.com/Rewards and experience exclusive benefits from check-in to check-out. Beginning as early as Q2 2020, members can also begin earning points during their stay. “We are thrilled to welcome...
IHG Signs With Kingkey Group for Management of Hotel in Dameisha, Shenzhen, China
IHG | December 11, 2019
IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announced a deal with Shenzhen-based property developer Kingkey Group. Under the deal, IHG will take over the management of one of Kingkey’s hotels in Dameisha, Shenzhen, China. As of 1 January 2020, the hotel will formally be rebranded as the InterContinental Shenzhen Dameisha Resort and will offer an upgraded selection of services and facilities. The signing ceremony for the deal was held in Shenzhen and was attended by Daniel Aylmer, IHG’s Chief Operating Officer for Greater China, Hua Chen, Chairman of the Kingkey Group, and other representatives....
Accor Signs Franchise Agreement With Mandala Asset Solutions for Recently Purchased Mackay Marina Hotel
Accor | December 10, 2019
December 10, 2019 -- Accor has further increased its footprint in the central Queensland market having acquired a franchise agreement with Mandala Asset Solutions for their recently purchased Mackay Marina Hotel. The eight-storey, 79-room hotel will rebrand as Mantra Mackay on 15 December 2019, becoming Accor’s second property in the central Queensland hub of Mackay, joining the Group’s 152-room ibis Mackay hotel. Mantra Mackay, which was constructed in 2005 and stands on a prime waterfront site offering views over the Coral Sea, also features a restaurant and bar, fitness centre, swimming pool, four conference and meetings rooms and a ...
Jumeirah Group Adds Capri Palace in Italy to International Management Portfolio
Jumeirah Group | December 10, 2019
Reopening as Capri Palace, Jumeirah in April 2020, the iconic island hotel offers 68 guestrooms. Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, announced it has been appointed to operate and manage the renowned Capri Palace in Italy. Reopening as Capri Palace, Jumeirah in April 2020, this beautiful Italian property enjoys an idyllic location in bustling Anacapri; one of the most exclusive and unspoiled parts of the island. The hotel, founded by Tonino Cacace, stands high above the Gulf of Naples and fully embodies the Italian Dolce Vita; with an authentic Capri style and sea views. Designed ...
BENCHMARK®, a global hospitality company, to Operate First Margaritaville Resort in Texas
Songy Highroads, LLC | December 2, 2019
Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe-Houston, Will Open in 2020 The Woodlands (Houston), Texas, December 2, 2019 … BENCHMARK®, a global hospitality company, will operate a major new resort property in the Houston area, which will be the first Margaritaville Resort in Texas. Scheduled to open the summer of 2020, the Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe-Houston, an all-suite resort, will feature 335 guest suites. Bars and restaurants will feature signature Margaritaville dining concepts – the LandShark Bar & Grill with boat slips on Lake Conroe, the 5 o’Clock Somewhere Swim Up Pool Bar, the Lone Palm Pool Bar & Restaur...
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