Groupe GM has relaunched its Clarins hotel line, perfumed with Eau Dynamisante. The redesign, according to Groupe GM, better represents its sustainability goals, specifically, its Care About Earth program. We spoke with Guillaume de Beco, general manager, Groupe GM USA, about the relaunch, the company’s sustainability efforts, and, what guests can expect from the line: What hotels are the … [Read more...]
Hotel Technology – Too Much of a Good Thing Can Be a Bad Thing – By Thomas Wahl
Having been active in the technology sector for many years, I am a proponent of hotel technology and its integral part in enhancing the overall guest experience. However, as the adage goes, 'Too much of a good thing can be a bad thing.' The overreliance on technology in the hospitality industry may have unintended consequences, with potential drawbacks that could outweigh the benefits. … [Read more...]
Virgin Hotels New York City Celebrates Official Opening with Sir Richard Branson
The newest hotel from Sir Richard Branson's luxury lifestyle hotel brand makes its mark in New York City's NoMad neighborhood with festivities from day to night Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
ChatGPT Means Radically Improved Travel Sales Conversion – PhocusWire
I can say from experience, and with solid evidence, that ChatGPT will radically improve sales conversion and customer satisfaction, if implemented correctly. How do I know? Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Comfort Suites Westchase Houston Energy Corridor Hotel Sold
The property, built in 2000, was purchased by Samay Resort, based in Middletown, New York, from Jala Shiv, based in Houston, Texas. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Weekly Hotel Performance Trends from STR: 26 March – 1 April 2023
Global occupancy outside the U.S. declined slightly this week to 64.9%, down 0.9ppts from last week but 13ppts ahead of last year. This week’s occupancy was the 14th highest since the start of the pandemic. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Accor and Jin Jiang Hotels Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Jointly Drive Sustainable Practices Across the Hospitality Indust…
The two hospitality leaders join forces to drive innovative development methods in the hotel industry Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
The Great Easter Bank Holiday Getaway – Two Million UK Holidaymakers Head off Overseas
The Travel Association estimates around two million British holidaymakers are set to head overseas over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend of 7 April-10 April, with Good Friday the busiest day for travel. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Barbados Tourism: Repositioning A Struggling Country Brand
To encourage more stay-over tourism, the island’s tourism officials promoted its considerable historical role in the history of Britain and North America, eco-tourism, and local festivals. Thus, the question became one of what Barbados needed to do to ensure the success of its tourism industry. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
For March Leisure and Hospitality Added 72,000 Jobs, Lower Than the Average Monthly Gain of 95,000 over the Prior 6 Months
U.S. Unemployment Rate rate changes little at 3.5% for march Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
BWH Hotel Group Adds New Properties in North America, Europe, and Asia
PHOENIX, Arizona—BWH Hotel Group continued its growth in select regions across the globe with the addition of several new properties in North America, Europe, and Asia. The new BWH Hotel Group properties are located in The United States, India, Denmark, Austria, Thailand, Sweden, The Philippines, Germany, Greece, Spain, Japan, and England. “As the resurgence of travel continues, we are proud to … [Read more...]
Upcoming AAHOACON ’23 Poised To Make An Impact With First-Time Initiatives
Boasting its largest trade show ever and a number of new initiatives, AAHOACON ’23 promises to be “historic on a number of levels” when it kicks off next week in Los Angeles, according to AAHOA (The Asian American Hotel Owners Association) President/CEO Laura Lee Blake. Presiding over her first AAHOACON after taking the helm of the association in May of 2022, AAHOA’s Blake told LODGING that the … [Read more...]
Hilton, Peloton expand partnership to new markets
Hilton and Peloton Interactive Inc. are expanding their partnership to Puerto Rico and three new international markets—Germany, the U.K. and participating properties in Canada—providing guests with an elevated wellness experience. Following the original partnership announcement in October 2022 that introduced Peloton Bikes to all Hilton-branded hotels within the U.S., at least one Peloton Bike … [Read more...]
Olympia to operate Sun & Ski Inn and Suites
Olympia Hotel Management has been selected to operate Sun & Ski Inn and Suites in Stowe, VT. The 39-room hotel, which features Stowe Bowl and Stowe Golf Park, caters to families and guests with an active lifestyle. Bordering the West Branch Little River, it has an enviable location midway between historic Stowe Village and Stowe Mountain Resort. The property is co-owned by Mark and Rachel … [Read more...]
Hilton Garden Inn Tampa East Brandon sold
Hunter Hotel Advisors has revealed the sale of Hilton Garden Inn Tampa East Brandon, in Florida. MIG Real Estate sold the property to Mike Desai and Bruce Patel for an undisclosed amount. Robert Taylor, Sophia Pittaluga and Trey Scott of Hunter’s Miami and Jacksonville offices arranged the sale on behalf of MIG. The Hilton Garden Inn Brandon provides 152 guestrooms and suites to serve the … [Read more...]
STR: U.S. hotel results for week ending April 1
Aligned with normal spring break patterns, U.S. hotel performance showed mixed comparisons from the previous week, according to STR‘s latest data through April 1. March 26 through April 1 (percentage change from comparable weeks in 2022, 2019): Occupancy: 66.2% (+3.4%, -3.5%) ADR: $158.40 (+7.3%, +19.9%) RevPAR: $104.78 (+10.9%, +15.7%) Among the top 25 markets, Washington, DC, saw the highest … [Read more...]
Historic San Francisco hotel heads for overhaul with new owners
The project partners intend to renovate and elevate every aspect of The Huntington Hotel to the highest standard, returning it to its original glory while re-establishing it as the finest luxury hotel in the US city. Nostalgic symbol Located in San Francisco’s Nob Hill neighbourhood, the storied property has long been a nostalgic symbol of a bygone era, having originally been constructed in 1924 … [Read more...]
How to Save Money on All-Inclusive Resort Vacation
Here are some tips and tricks to save a few dollars. Source: travelpulse.com … [Read more...]
Akaryn Hotel Group Opens Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai
Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai officially opens in northern Thailand. This is the third property under the Aleenta brand from Thailand-based luxury boutique hotel specialist AKARYN Hotel Group. Offering 44 rooms and suites, a restaurant, bar, spa and wellness centre featuring tailor-made wellness programmes and retreats, the resort manifests AKARYN Hotel Group's ongoing dedication to providing … [Read more...]
Brand-New Coral Reef Penthouse Suite at Outrigger Reef Sets a New Standard of Barefoot Luxury in Waikīkī
The crown jewel accommodation boasts Waikīkī's largest oceanfront lanai with 4,000 square feet of living space. Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort, the flagship of Outrigger's global beachfront portfolio, recently completed the latest phase of its $80 million transformation with an unveiling of the Coral Reef Penthouse Suite in the all-new Diamond Head Tower. Emulating a quintessential beach … [Read more...]