From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR and Tourism Econ
Performance was sluggish during the first three months of the year but don’t put too much
Even as supply slowly increases, the beginning of 2013 is showing strong signs of growth for th
Total industry revenue levels topped an estimated $162 billion, according to STR Analytics'
Now in its golden years, the Swedish hotel company is looking to steal share through expansion,
The company is looking for equity partners that share Waterford’s culture, goal
F&B is necessary for hotel companies not only to provide a positive guest experience but al
There’s an infection running rampant in your hotel, and, if cultivated wisely, can prove
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Report: US deals on
Platforms that allow travelers to book properties from private, residential property owners hav
Guests will book a hotel that has a strong online presence and will return to the hotel if it t
GM Ronald Maidens at the Best Western Premier Petion-Ville works to make a difference in the li
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 0.1% to 62.7%; ADR rose 3.7% to $109.93; a
The Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index reported a 0.4% increase in April to 2,784. Year-to-date 2013,
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR: US weekly resul
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 0.3% to 64.3%; ADR was up 1.7% to CA$132.58;
The market’s occupancy rose 20.9% to 80.6%; its ADR jumped 56.5% to $150.59; and its
Airlift remains a big challenge for the Caribbean region, but things remain positive for h
Primarily a West Coast player, a newly revamped Red Lion looks to expand to airport and univers
Choice’s technology team has identified three trends it hopes to capitalize on durin
Hoteliers must navigate the Americans with Disabilities Act on at least two main fronts: employ
Much maligned for kicking the can down the road, the extenders-and-pretenders are now primed to
Business activity in U.S. hotels increased in April, according to e-forecasting.com’s Hot
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Choice earmarks $40m
Comp sets might be vital, but other levels of aggregation can also reveal interesting insights
Houston’s expanding energy sector and booming job market is piquing hoteliers’ inte
The company is giving away free PMS property management systems to hotels converting to Magnuso
Choice joins other franchisors that are kicking in funds from their balance sheets to accelerat
The Middle East/Africa hotel development pipeline comprises 492 hotels totaling 120,345 rooms,
The Europe hotel development pipeline comprises 814 hotels totaling 134,912 rooms, according to
The Asia/Pacific hotel development pipeline comprises 1,804 hotels totaling 387,179 rooms, acco
A viable weekly revenue meeting should involve four structured components, not last longer than
While the mood in the Caribbean hotel industry is optimistic, challenges remain for hoteliers i
Hunter Hotel Advisors announced the sale of the 120-room Hilton Garden Inn in Greenville, South
The Chinese economy hotel chain opened 82 hotels in the first quarter, all but eight are manage
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR, STR Global rele
The total active U.S. hotel development pipeline comprises 2,700 projects totaling 319,482 room
The Central/South America hotel development pipeline comprises 242 hotels totaling 37,506 rooms
The Caribbean/Mexico hotel development pipeline comprises 124 hotels totaling 20,676 rooms, acc
China’s economic slowdown forced Home Inns & Hotel Management into a state of modest
In this week's roundup of news from the Americas region: STR reports Q1 results; HVS examin
Finding a great manager requires good planning, an understanding of qualifications and identify
Hospitality development might be a key factor in Haiti’s struggle to emerge from its econ
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Early ETP adopters a
For property-level hoteliers, Expedia’s new program that allows guests to book on Expedia
The reality of the U.S. hotel industry is that most owners stay with the same affiliation, be i
While most of the country’s industries were hit severely by the crisis, France remains on
Africa’s most populous country boasts an expanding economy, hot markets and several hotel
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR: Early April dat
Hotel lenders are finding imaginative ways to get deals done, panelists said during Meet the Mo
If Dubai is on the cutting edge of the hotel industry, then the future looks exceedingly bright
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was down 0.6% to 62.7%; ADR rose 2.7% to $110.14;
The REIT acquired the 142-room Pier House Resort and Caribbean Spa in Key West for $90 million.
To date in 2013, Meliá has added seven hotels with 1,776 rooms, and has an additional pi
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 0.9% to 64.5%; ADR was up 1.5% to CA$130.11;
The market’s ADR rose 12.3% to $179.71, its RevPAR increased 23.3% to $157.01 and its occ
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hoteliers gear up fo
STR predicts occupancy for the summer months will rise 1% to 70%, ADR will increase 4.4% to $11
Several hoteliers report advanced bookings are up dramatically, backing up a new forecast by ST
Mixed-use development opportunities in the Middle East are transforming the evolving hotel land
The five-brand company has 1,105 hotels in operation currently, of which 53% are franchised and
A noisy quarter in China hasn’t deterred IHG from seeing tremendous prospects in the regi
Pro forma RevPAR for the quarter increased 10.6% over 2012, driven by a pro forma ADR incr
The debt market has come a long way in just six months, financing experts said during Meet the
A lender’s objection to the debt refinancing related to the proposed $325-million in
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • CEOs outline challen
Several global hotel chains are partnering with travel bloggers who have emerged as an influent
Sunstone Hotel Investors will selectively grow its portfolio while deleveraging its balanc
The shift in timing of Easter from April into March adversely impacted RevPAR in the first
Investment activity is a bright spot in 2013 with established markets bouncing back and emergin
Global hotel leaders revealed their basic management strategies, the crucial owner-operator rel
Because of great efforts by brands, hotel managers and line-level employees, arriving at the fr
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • PKF: Guests not will
Nominee Penny Pritzker’s business ties could cast a poor light on the hotel industry.
It’s time to start viewing Google+ as more of a search-engine optimization tool and less
The company reported a 2.1% increase in occupancy to 66.4%, ADR rose 3.8% to $103.06 and RevPAR
Featured in this month’s roundup of news from Europe: Hennequin is ousted at Accor; news
This one-day nationwide simulcast conference explored hotel market intelligence on a national b
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • HVS, STR highlight 1
Strong market fundamentals in New York City present hoteliers with opportunities to find succes
The REIT saw year-over-year RevPAR increases of 5.1%, but CEO Ed Walter said a drop in governme
Uncertainty in government travel casts doubts over the Washington, D.C. hotel market.
Future convention bookings and robust leisure demand are fueling strong hotel performance in Sa
A diverse economy, new office development and the promise of a new convention center are helpin
Increases in hotel demand are outpacing supply growth in the Philadelphia market.
Strength in downtown and Santa Monica spark strong performance for the Los Angeles hotel market
Both Denver and the Rocky Mountain resort areas are experiencing growth in occupancies and aver
It might be time to buy and develop hotels in Florida due to low interest rates and availabilit
Minimal new supply is helping the Dallas hotel market recover from the recession.
REITs are leading hotel buying in Chicago, according to a presentation last week during one of
With limited new supply expected in the next two years, average rates in Atlanta show growth at
More consumers than ever before are expected to travel in the coming years, despite severa
All three major markets in Ohio have reached levels of revenue per available room that exceed t
Despite high occupancies and rates, Manhattan hotel performance has room to grow, said local ho
The HVS-STR Hotel Valuation Index forecasts continued value appreciation for U.S. hotels throug
An emerging set of new rules is exerting subtle and significant shifts in the landscape of hote
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Report: New World to
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 0.4% to 65.2%; ADR rose 3.2% to $110.19; a
MGM Resorts International had its best first quarter since the downturn, executives said d
Hotel industry veteran Rick Frank is on board at Pillar Hotels and Resorts to look for opportun
Appearances can be deceiving, but good leaders dress and act the part to project confidence and
Hunter Hotel Advisors had its highest number of monthly closings since 2007 with April transact
The mandate for U.S. government travel cuts sliced into Marriott’s first quarter RevPAR,
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hyatt’s group
Venture capitalists see more substitution threats and opportunities coming, one of which is the
The market’s occupancy rose 7.9% to 87.3%; its ADR rose 19.6% to $185; and its RevPA
This month's roundup of news from the technology sector includes: five top travel moves in
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 0.3% to 65%; ADR was up 2.5% to CA$127.51; a
During the first quarter, Hyatt saw group demand decrease by 6% because of renovation
Banks are back in the hotel lending business with a keen eye on adaptive reuse projects, said p
In North America, systemwide RevPAR increased 4.8% during Q1, including a 4.2% increase in
The City by the Bay is outperforming most other U.S. markets, but it does have challenges, acco
Construction costs are down and new supply is at a minimum. Financing for new construction, how
Hoteliers understand the importance of a mobile presence, but they aren’t taking the time
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Optimism abounds in
First quarter 2013 reflected improvement in average daily rates with comparable owned and lease
Executives at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide would sell their entire owned portfolio t
Ukraine’s hoteliers have struggled to score much demand since the UEFA 2012 football cham
Whitbread wants to increase the number of rooms of its Premier Inn brand by 45% to 75,000 rooms
FelCor’s three Boston hotels are performing well partly because of a strategic revenue-ma
The company's total RevPAR grew by 1.7% during the 2012-2013 fiscal year.
Core RevPAR for the REIT increased 6.7% and core hotel EBITDA increased 13% in the first quarte
Morgans Hotel Group would face a “challenging and uncertain future” if its delevera
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hotel transaction vo
It’s a lot harder today to climb the hotel company ladder into the CEO's office.
Included in this roundup of news from the Middle East/Africa region: Dubai and Abu Dhabi hotels
To pursue a long-term career in hospitality, determine what school to attend and on what segmen
Worldwide system-wide RevPAR for Starwood Hotels increased 5% in constant dollars com
Executives at some of the country’s largest hotel management companies highlighted the ta
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • W brand plans global
When Starwood Hotels launched its W brand 15 years ago, little did hoteliers know what influenc
As it celebrates its 15th anniversary, Starwood Hotels' W brand has big plans for growth ou
The next wave of boutique hotel development could be in the U.S. heartland, executives said dur
More meeting planners are requesting green meetings with criteria they obtain elsewhere and are
The Hawaiian hotel industry is enjoying strong performance but has little hotel development in
The “exit-traffic” strategy to capture demand from brand.com sites is driving resul
The composite indicator, which gauges future monthly overall business conditions in the U.S. ho
Developer Bob Sonnenblick said the green movement would be an embarrassment to the hotel indust
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • US Senate appro
Hoteliers lobbied in Washington this week against air traffic controller furloughs, which the U
Full-service assets might provide more opportunity to extract value, but select-service hotels
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was down 1.2% to 64.7%; ADR rose 2.6% to $109.62;
Jim Purdum, GM of hospitality services at Pennsylvania State University, oversees two hotels&nb
The movie, which recounts Jackie Robinson’s breaking of the color barrier in Major League
From the desks of the HotelsNewsNow.com editorial staff: • NH Hoteles calls of
Capital abounds in the hotel market but only for those deals that meet a set list of requiremen
Hotels that tie social media engagement to revenue management strategies will find ways to inco
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy fell 2% to 62.3%; ADR was up 1.5% to CA$128.06; a
Hotel sales directors are offering clever, ready-made packages to capture group demand and make
As Woodbine Development Corporation oversees several full-service hotel projects, executive Ian
Executives from Accor, Hilton, Jinjiang, Home Inns and Wyndham said they will continue to push
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Denis Hennequin out
The region reported a 3.8% increase in occupancy to 67.1%; a 5.4% increase in ADR to
The region reported a 1.2% increase in occupancy to 58.1%; its ADR fell 1.1% to €96.3
The Asia/Pacific region’s occupancy ended the month with a 1% decrease to 70%; its A
The Americas region reported a 0.2% increase in occupancy to 63.7%; a 3.9% rise in ADR to
Rapid supply growth is leading to an influx of new brands either entering or launching in China
Yann Caillère, previously president and COO, has been appointed Accor'
The increase in system-wide RevPAR reflects the proportionally greater growth of lower RevPAR h
Mantra Group recently opened its first hotel in Asia and the hotel and resort management group
Executives from Residence Inn by Marriott and Value Place, which bookend the extended-stay segm
PKF recently calculated a hotel flow multiple that measures how much change in revenue was reta
Hoteliers can turn negative feedback into a positive by taking an empathetic approach.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • $10 billion in new h
The industry’s occupancy increased 1.8% to 57.7%; its ADR rose 4.5% to $108.31; and
As the Chinese markets evolve, many hoteliers face the need to reposition their hotels, often f
Most proposed hotel financing deals have to be a perfect strike for the lender to be interested
Approximately $10 billion in new hotels opened in the U.S. during 2012, according to the debut
In this week's roundup of news from the Asia/Pacific region: Rates hold strong despite dema
The Boston hotel community acted with professionalism, care, compassion and an attitude of hosp
The U.S. hotel industry’s occupancy rose 0.4% to 63.7%; its ADR was up 4.2% to $110.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Practicing preventio
Developers and managers must adapt their strategies in China to accommodate a new economy,
San Diego conference focuses on the do’s and don’ts of getting online lookers to be
Feedback from guests is essential for hoteliers to gauge whether their offerings are right for
The U.S. sequestration’s strain on hotel performance will intensify over time as the gove
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hoteliers adapt to e
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 3.2% to 64.1%; ADR rose 7.2% to $110.88; a
As president and COO of the Fontainebleau Miami Beach, Phil Goldfarb is bringing the hotel back
Rising wages might be giving China’s domestic travelers more discretionary income, but th
Hilton recently topped the 1-million mark in Facebook ‘likes,’ making it the first
Accor continues to move to an asset-light structure even as it struggles through a weak Europea
An ownership group based in Sugar Land, Texas, signed agreements to build three of the four&nbs
Updated funds include: The UII Hotel Nr. 1 fund; Ethika's Diversified Opportunity Real
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Report: US property
The Big Easy bested its top 25 U.S.-market counterparts with double-digit growth in all three k
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 5.3% to 59.6%; ADR was up 3.8% to CA$126.88;
Hoteliers in wine regions are partnering with local wineries to appeal to leisure and business
RevPAR for the quarter increased 3% to $132.89 as a result of a 3.9% increase in ADR to $186.11
Choosing a brand—or even whether to brand a hotel—depends on a hotel’s l
An innovative collection of hotels around the world are integrating live theatre and arts produ
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • HIP: US hotel activi
Magnuson Hotels reported a year-over-year reservation revenue increase of 24.6% for its th
With the development of two 1,000-plus-room convention hotels and a strong cultural center
Business activity in U.S. hotels was flat at a reading of 106.9 in March, according to the late
In a hotel environment filled with opportunity, investors must decide whether it’s best t
Invesco Real Estate will acquire three or four hotels to add to the properties already in its s
Despite a number of challenges for Latin American hotel brands, the benefits of their
A series of deadly blasts near the finish line of Monday’s Boston Marathon forced evacuat
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Boston bombings forc
Eric Strand, VP of operations for Drury Hotels, crossed the finish line of the Boston Marathon
Failure to upgrade America’s airports, roads and bridges could hamper inbound tourism.
In this week's roundup of news from the Americas region: STR, STR Global release March pipe
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • JLL: Dubai real esta
Union issues, market-specific dynamics and skill-set requirements present challenges for t
Australia will attract more than 5.8 million visitors during 2013 with inbound stream of demand
Fundraising is still a challenge, but private equity executives during the HELP confernece said
Developing markets around the world are getting into the mixed-use game with hotel-branded
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • More lenders report
More lenders are drinking from the hotel trough as fundamentals remain solid and the CMBS marke
The Caribbean/Mexico hotel development pipeline comprises 118 hotels totaling 20,015 rooms, acc
No guest request is ever impossible. Some only take longer to fulfill than others, said Alejand
The Central/South America hotel development pipeline comprises 235 hotels totaling 36,349 rooms
Canada’s hotel development pipeline comprises 203 projects totaling 22,845 rooms, accordi
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 7.7% to 63.8%; ADR rose 3.2% to $108.12; a
Can having a portion of a popular or iconic film set in your hotel work to increase brand appea
Global chains and hotel affiliation networks are looking more and more the same.
Lexington Legacy soft brand added the 638-room D Las Vegas Casino Hotel to its portfolio. It is
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR releases new US
The total active U.S. hotel development pipeline comprises 2,717 projects totaling 320,750 room
The Europe hotel development pipeline comprises 818 hotels totaling 135,115 rooms, according to
The Middle East/Africa hotel development pipeline comprises 483 hotels totaling 118,713 rooms,
The market, which hosted the NCAA Men’s Final Four basketball games on 6 April, repo
Stronger capital markets have increased the attractiveness of hotel acquisitions as more bidder
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 9.8% to 55.2%; ADR was up 3.3% to CA$124; an
The Asia/Pacific hotel development pipeline comprises 1,788 hotels totaling 385,043 rooms, acco
The recent sale of the Trump Plaza Atlantic City casino hotel in New Jersey for the bargain pri
There’s only one way to describe the SEC’s ruling on allowing companies to dissemin
Hotel executives continue to be bullish on China, where the national economy is picking up stea
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Examining the hotel
Brands weigh the pros and cons of each potential changes in standards before implementation, br
Revenue managers need to take a more targeted approach to discern what data provides the m
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a hotbed of domestic travel demand within all price points, and&
Chicago-based investment firm Oxford Capital has made a name for itself executing complicated d
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hyatt’s Driski
AmericInn conference attendees said they are confident the brand team had done the necessary re
Several global hotel chains outline lofty growth targets in this month’s roundup of hotel
The Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index reported a 5.9% increase in March to 2,773.
The U.S. hotel sector will power through short-term issues, panelists said during a genera
Hyatt has chosen not to rebrand the iconic Austin, Texas, hotel and will look for other opportu
For the most part, the U.S. hotel industry has yet to come to grips with the hard and soft cost
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • European day-use boo
With its largest shareholder gearing up for a proxy battle, Morgans Hotel Group Company inked a
Once considered sleazy, renting hotel rooms during daylight hours is emerging as a more accepte
At its 2013 brand conference, the AmericInn executive team outlined four key focus areas: growt
The debt-laden Mediterranean island is seeing a surge in travel demand from cost-conscious cons
Hoteliers should heed warning signs and implement security measures to prevent meth-lab product
Land-use entitlements will minimize the surprises that occur during the pre-development phase o
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Starwood Hotels coul
Sell, reflag or renovate? Owners have a number of ways to extract value from aging assets facin
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was down 3.9% to 62%; ADR rose 3.2% to $109.63; a
Fabio Gallo’s life-long love of hotels paid off when he became GM of the ME London—
Revel’s top-flight back of house provides a winning combination for recruiting emplo
After selling 42 non-core hotels over a three-and-a-half year period, it’s getting toughe
The U.S. hotel industry reported a RevPAR decrease during Easter week, the first weekly RevPAR
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR reports US, Cana
This month's roundup of news from the technology sector: Hyatt names global head of technol
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy fell 9.7% to 54.9%; ADR was down 1.5% to CA$121.9
Data management and business intelligence exist in a symbiotic relationship, each strengthening
The Easter holiday's calendar shift caused a decrease in demand for hotel rooms in the U.S.
Successful organizations identify, nurture and groom individuals who exhibit the willingne
Which holds more sway? Formal ratings systems such as the Forbes Travel Guide or user-generated
A surge in demand for low-cost accommodation in Indonesia has kicked hotel development int
With one hotel under construction, Woolley’s Classic Suites hopes to have between 10 and
Sorenson’s keynote aptly navigated some of the key challenges facing our industry.
Hotel marketers in the Asia/Pacific must balance their presences on a web of local and glo
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hotel lenders show i
Kimpton Hotels is looking to add between seven to 10 hotels with proceeds from its recently clo
Executives need feedback about every property to ensure the local experience delivers on custom
Hotels connected to airport terminals enjoy higher occupancies and rates than those located nea
Germany's stable economy has lenders feeling more comfortable about providing loans to
Gerald Lawless, the group’s president and CEO, said 2013 is the year Jumeirah will stake
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Morgans clears debt,
Included in this roundup of news from the MEA region: Qatar is gearing up for the World Cup; Ug
Millennials looking to enter the hotel industry should look to facilities management positions,
A compromise between business and labor might open the doors for thousands of additional guest
The conference is expected to attract more than 350 industry movers and shakers to discuss
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Rising interest rate
Much of the guest education process happens at the front desk, where line-level employees can c
Boutique and lifestyle hotels in the Middle East provide an opportunity for travelers and inves
Following several years of acquiring distressed hotel assets, Florida-based Liberty Group is pu
Service providers should be selected based on the reputation and work quality of the specific p
TrustYou launched The Reputation Machine which is a holistic approach to increasing review
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Study: Sale prices f
Four panelists at a Hunter Hotel Conference session represented separate styles of hotel invest
There is a clear correlation between the quality of infrastructure, the traveler’s experi
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 4.4% to 66.4%; ADR rose 5.4% to $112.42; a
Javier Friera Acebal got hooked on hospitality while waiting on England’s royal family du
New President Kirk Rose sees growth opportunities for Marcus Hotels & Resorts.
New build opportunities are scarce, and the cost-effective impact of a quality c
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR: US hotels post
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 4.9% to 63.4%; ADR was up 1.8% to CA$126.31;
After cleaning up its portfolio in Europe, Choice Hotels International expects to build on
Occupancy and ADR also increased during the week ending 23 March, according to STR data.
Hoteliers are reaping strong returns in Dubai, but elsewhere throughout the Gulf Cooperation Co
Opportunities abound for hoteliers amid breakneck development, but so do challenges.
Frits van Paasschen is accelerating Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide’s development
Pushing hoteliers to take better care of employees while at the same time denouncing the cost o
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Marriott loses appea
IHG’s announcement is the next step toward Internet becoming another utility for which ow
In two years, Hilton Worldwide has seen the Europe, Middle/East and Africa region grow to 15% o
With the number of conversions and renovations increasing, there are new challenges arising to
The Atlanta event creates a learning environment to reinforce several key points of discussion
In this week's roundup of news from the Asia/Pacific region: the region’s hotels expe
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • IHG to offer free In
Recently appointed CEO Puneet Chhatwal wants to export the German company’s brands and se
Dealmakers spent more than $1 billion into the U.S. extended-stay segment during 2012, whi
Luxury today has less to do with formality and more to do with customized and personalized serv
Travelers seek a product that constructively stimulates their interest through architecture, am
Data presentations during the Hunter Hotel Conference offer optimism for the future of the
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR Global releases
Hoteliers during the Hunter Hotel Conference at the Marriott Marquis in Atlanta discuss the fin
With few viable options, investors are looking to put their money to work in the hotel sector,
A combination of liquidity in the marketplace, low interest rates and favorable supply and dema
The region reported a 6.4% increase in occupancy to 66.4%; a 2.9% increase in ADR to $176.55; a
Three markets achieved RevPAR increases of more than 15 percent: Bratislava (+23.6%); Tallinn (
The Americas region reported a 1.9% increase in occupancy to 58.8%; a 3.9% gain in ADR to
The Asia/Pacific region’s occupancy ended the month with an 8.1% decrease to 62.5%; its&n
With FF&E and OS&E costs back to 2007 levels, owners can benefit from price, design and
The country’s hotel market might be experiencing a performance slump, but interest from f
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Marriott’s Sor
A panel of hotel company CEOs at the Hunter Hotel Conference forecasted strong industry perform
The U.S. hotel industry’s occupancy rose 2% to 58.5%; its ADR was up 4.4% to $107.72
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 1.4% to 66.6%; ADR rose 4.5% to $112.05; a
Hoteliers during Day Two of the Hunter Hotel Conference outlined the challenges and opportuniti
As GM of the Montage Beverly Hills, Hermann Elger blends old-world refinement with casual elega
The R.W. Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index is up 6.7% year to date despite wheelbarrows full of polit
Hoteliers’ outlooks on opposite sides of the pond could not be more different.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Optimism abounds at
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 1.6% to 60.7%; ADR was up 1.7% to CA$124.46;
Pessimism has gripped Spain, where hoteliers predict a slump during the key Easter week holiday
Panelists at the 25th annual Hunter Hotel Conference said the hotel industry will face issues a
There’s no shortage of black swans circling the hotel sector, but performance has risen a
While most of the optimism from ALIS remains, sequestration and the lack of group business grow
Hotels in the market posted double-digit gains in both metrics, including a 25.4% increase in R
Nearly 1,000 owners, operators, brokers and lenders gathered at the Marriott Marquis in Atlanta
This list of terms is meant to be an ongoing resource within the ever-changing hotel industry
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • PKF-HR forecasts pro
Hotel companies employ a variety of strategies to attract the best and brightest into sales car
Anchoring a hotel to a shopping center allows operators to target a wide audience of consumers
An analysis of more than 7,900 closed properties reveals interesting trends regarding age, chai
With 775,000 rooms in the global hotel pipeline, the looming requirements for staffing are enor
The fast-moving mobile world can feel like the Wild West, but that doesn’t mean revenue m
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • KSL buys 27-hotel Ma
KSL is planning a significant brand investment and hotel expansion program in the UK, as well a
In this week's roundup of news from the Americas region: STR and STR Global release America
The real stories in the hotel industry come from the street-corner owners and operators more th
One-off deals will always be Wyndham Hotel Group’s bread and butter, said CEO Eric Danzig
Cautious owners and GMs hope Country Inns & Suites’ new design prototype will drive p
New CEO Federico Gonzalez Tejera took quick action to stem the bleeding at NH Hoteles. Now he&r
Expecting to generate significant cash over the next three years, Starwood Hotels & Resorts
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Country Inns aims fo
In an effort to attract business travelers and a younger demographic, executives at Country Inn
After spending the first two years of his tenure focused primarily on the hotel brand’s i
A hotel is only as good as the people who work there. Encouraging team members to concentrate o
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Revel changes leader
With a growing number of displaced and homeless people, emergency shelter programs are seeking
There’s a big difference between addressing what’s urgent and what’s importan
User reviews, friends’ insights and social media are beginning to play an increasingly im
Having increased its share of the branded market from 3% in 2000 to 18% in 2010, the U.K.&rsquo
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Report: Switzerland
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 0.8% to 60.1%; ADR was up 1.9% to CA$135.85; and&
As the deadline for implementation approaches, some hoteliers are still searching for answers o
The global economy is a scary place, but hoteliers need not fear shocks—provide
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 1.2% to 62.7%; ADR rose 4.6% to $109.55; a
After years of inactivity, Vienna’s sparse global branded 5-star hotel presence will inte
Tech-savvy hoteliers should be on the lookout for established tactics such as specific targetin
Hoteliers should spend less time squawking about fake reviews and more time embracing the best
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Business travelers b
InterContinental Hotels Group opened 39 hotels during 2012 and signed an additional 48, said Ro
The Middle East/Africa hotel development pipeline comprises 491 hotels totaling 120,524 rooms,
The Europe hotel development pipeline comprises 850 hotels totaling 140,459 rooms, according to
The Asia/Pacific hotel development pipeline comprises 1,780 hotels totaling 380,902 rooms, acco
PhoCusWright’s Carroll Rheem discussed key European consumer travel trends ranging from s
Positive economic predictions abound, but there’s nothing positive about the bubble
After a lengthy hiatus and despite ongoing volatility, hotel investors of all shapes and sizes
The Hotel Industry Pulse index was flat during February, which suggests a stagnation in growth
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • CCRA: Spring global
In this month’s roundup of news from Europe: Marriott, Yoo launch new brands; NH Hoteles
The total active U.S. hotel development pipeline comprises 2,728 projects totaling 320,397 room
The Central/South America hotel development pipeline comprises 236 hotels totaling 36,548 rooms
The Caribbean/Mexico hotel development pipeline comprises 124 hotels totaling 20,444 rooms, acc
The U.S. sequestration is cutting into hotels’ government-related business, one of the mo
The company's integration of Motel 168 remains on track and further improvements in Re
The Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index reported a 0.5% increase in February to 2,619. The index ended
ADR ramp up is occurring more slowly in “low tier” Chinese cities, executives said
Hoteliers point to a growing number of demand drivers leading to a healthy pipeline of renovati
The 2% hike in payroll taxes isn’t affecting the hotel industry as much as it is the reta
STR Global’s Elizabeth Randall Winkle led a panel of developers and brokers in a 40-minut
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR: February prelim
HotelNewsNow.com caught up with a diverse group of six hotel owners who discussed how they
Hotel development is a slow process in Haiti, but experts believe the country has potential for
Having a prepared plan for managing a social media crisis can make all the difference, sources
For hotel GMs to be successful in today’s world, they need to focus on relationship build
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 2% to 61%; ADR rose 4.3% to $107.18; and&n
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Forward-looking data
Traditional suburban brands are now eyeing locations such as Chicago and Manhattan to
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 3.1% to 59.2%; ADR was up 1.5% to CA$128.06;
Getting a hotel off the ground is difficult enough. But what about developing an enti
Hotel companies announced a bevy of deals and developments during the International Hotel Inves
Business interactions via technology will never replace the value or ROI of being face to face
As GM of the Hyatt Regency Mexico City, Kurt Straub believes being a GM provides opportunities
This month's roundup of news from the technology sector: Mobi
Travel marketing and advertising experts say companies such as Apple, Amazon, Facebook, Microso
As Facebook moves further down the demand funnel from awareness to conversion, it's moving
Hotel technology experts discuss ways the industry can move beyond connectivity and begin using
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Cost more important
In a post-recessionary climate, hoteliers are focusing on the more palatable notions of health
Ireland reported RevPAR increases of 11.8% to €60.30 ($78.45) for the 12-months to January
The Shanghai-based company plans to more than double its portfolio to 2,500 hotels by 2021.
For the full year 2012, the occupancy rate for all China Lodging hotels was 94%, two percentage
A trio of recently appointed hotel CEOs shared strategies for their respective companies during
If hoteliers want to sell more of their products or services, they need to explore different wa
Construction costs are rising as hotel developers prepare for a building boom expected to
Hotel owners, operators and investors gathered at the International Hotel Investment Forum in B
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Swell of portfolio s
In this roundup of news from Middle East/Africa: The world’s tallest hotel opens in Dubai
The association facilitates workgroups of voluntary hoteliers and suppliers who donate their ti
Several state legislatures are providing economic incentives to hotel owners who need assistanc
Leaders of developed nations are beginning to understand the role of travel and tourism in econ
A number of hotel portfolios were dealt during the past two weeks, and hotel investors and
The new 3-star brand will be developed by Inter Hospitality, a subsidiary of Inter Ikea, which
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Marriott, IKEA paren
Tour de Data, hosted by STR Analytics and the STR family of companies, is making its next stop
Panelists debated the value of hotel brands during an opening session at the International
The San Diego hotel market has many demand drivers, and in recent years the city has become a g
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group executives look to enhance the guest satisfaction, brand perception
Two pending legal actions have the potential to mar the hotel industry’s generally positi
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Starwood, Marriott i
Carlson Companies CEO Trudy Rautio addresses key issues facing the company and the overall indu
The ability to share guest data across a single platform is leading most of the large hotel bra
Paris hotels report consistently solid performance, making it a safe bet for investors around t
Mixed-use development has evolved in recent years to feature retail, restaurants, vacation owne
The REIT is positioning its assets to take advantage of the industry’s peak cash flow yea
The REIT’s President and COO John Murray said the potential deal could help further the c
The buyers, who will take the company private, are a consortium of new investors including Carl
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • American Hotel Incom
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 1.3% to 61.7%; ADR rose 3.4% to $107.40; a
Leading hotel chief information officers and chief technology officers discuss key topics such
Hotel companies hatch diverse plans to grow their businesses as industry fundamentals remain st
What is the key to winning one of Forbes Travel Guide's recently announced star award ratin
The hotel REIT landscape is too crowded and RLJ Lodging Trust will look to fuel consolidation w
Chairman and CEO Monty Bennett was reticent on the REIT’s plans for the future, although
The debt-riddled Spanish hotel chain will receive $376 million from two separate deals with HNA
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 2.1% to 59.9%; ADR was up 2% to CA$126.33; a
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • NH sells 20% stake t
The market’s occupancy rose 10.5% to 77.9%; its ADR increased 9.5% to $123.32; and i
The company's pro forma RevPAR increased 7.4% in 2012.
In 2012, RevPAR for all hotels, including the Highland Hospitality portfolio, increased 5.1%.
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group’s Ambition 2015 plan steams ahead as the company looks to con
Industry leaders identify a trend in changing investor profiles as the financing climate for ho
HTNG invited outside investigators to pick apart its new solution for payment card security. Ho
The outlook for the global hotel industry remains relatively positive, as long as hoteliers mai
One of the major issues facing the hotel industry is the upcoming negotiations between hotel co
Katherine Lugar says her experience at a retail industry association prepared her for the chall
The company's increase in RevPAR was a reflection of improvements in average room rates.
Before signing a deal to debut its brand in several new countries, executives at La Quinta
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Diana Nelson to assu
Executives are revamping suite offerings in a bid to lure guests searching for a hotel experien
Diana Nelson is looking forward to continuing the growth plan for Carlson Companies when she su
Whitbread’s Chief Executive Andy Harrison said an aggressive pricing strategy on lei
As the full implementation of the Affordable Care Act draws closer, hotel owners and operators
Carey Watermark Investors last week took another step in building its portfolio through an appr
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Whitbread reports qu
Forbes Travel Guide unveiled its 55th announcement of 5-Star, 4-Star and recommended hospitalit
La Quinta Inns & Suites has entered into development agreements to debut the brand in Hondu
The company's sales growth was slightly suppressed by adverse weather conditions in Ja
Nothing, not even the power of the Web, can take the place of old-fashioned hospitality in mark
Availability and access to the Internet is growing in India, giving hoteliers the opportunity t
In this week’s roundup of news from the Asia/Pacific region: Hilton debuts DoubleTree in
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Tenacity drives the
The region reported an 8.2% increase in occupancy to 59.8%; a 1.3% increase in ADR to $182
Three European markets experienced RevPAR increases of more than 15%: Reykjavik (+26.5% to &eur
In January, the Asia/Pacific region’s occupancy ended the month with a 7.7% increase to 6
In January, the Americas region reported a 3.3% increase in occupancy to 51.3%; a 4.8% gain in&
The road to success in India is fraught with roadblocks and sudden turns, but savvy hotel compa
Companies are engaging in alternative recruitment strategies to find GMs who possess strong lea
Jakarta-based Tauzia Hotel Management aims to more than quintuple the size of its proprietary b
With less group business on the books in the U.S., hoteliers are attempting to steal share thro
In today’s rapidly changing industry, hoteliers who ignore the millennial generation find
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Carey Watermark acqu
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 1.8% to 60.7%; ADR rose 5.1% to $107.97; a
The U.S. hotel industry’s occupancy rose 3.6% to 51%; its ADR was up 5.1% to $105.96
The Host Hotels & Resorts CEO reported marked improvement in performance metrics in January
When Javed Ali first joined the Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi, he was embarrassed by the proper
Rights of first offer challenge the relationship between owners and operators who have competin
There’s a reason Accor’s 2013 to-do list begins with significant reinvestment in it
New CEO John Scott III is reviewing every aspect of the company to dispose of non-core assets,
The market’s occupancy was up 14.5% to 75.9%; ADR rose 21.7% to $113.27; and its Rev
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 0.2% to 58.5%; ADR was up 1.1% to CA$127.02;
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • 43 European hotels c
The U.S. capital achieved double-digit growth in both metrics, including a 25.8% increase in Re
Loews Hotels & Resorts promoted Troy Furbay to Chief Investment Officer, responsible for le
The consensus is the recovery is driven by transient demand, but there are a few explanations t
While not back yet to record levels, hotel occupancies are improving in Las Vegas. However, ave
The company's RevPAR increased 6.4% for the year ending 31 December.
Hotel real estate experts debate whether a long-term infusion of private equity capital—w
The company's RevPAR inceased 4.6% for the year ending 31 December.
The company's RevPAR increase excluded Copacabana Palace, which was partially closed for re
Fundamentals in the hotel industry remain strong, but ongoing political uncertainty in the
Accor is initiating record expansion amid an asset disposal program, executives said
Much of FelCor’s activity in 2013 will be an extension of last year’s efforts to bo
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Accor, Marriott, Fel
The company's wholly owned domestic resorts reported a 2% RevPAR increase in Q4.<
Marriott reported a 6.1% system-wide RevPAR increase for the full year ending 31 December.
The REIT reported a 5.1% RevPAR increase for the year ending
The company opened 38,085 rooms, 48% of which were in the Asia/Pacific region.
When it comes to choosing between risk-taking millennials or seasoned professionals, hiring exe
With an improving economy and more investment options, Mexico’s hotel industry is seeing
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • IHG RevPAR up 5% in
The company's global RevPAR increased 5.2% in 2012.
Sustained long-term growth is projected for Malaysia’s economy, which should bode well fo
The equivalent to REITs in the U.S., FIBRAs have an important impact on the transactions m
Secondary market investors are able to capitalize on factors that drive customer demand and&nbs
The Canadian hotel company is planning a brand repositioning to make Delta one of Canada’
Muted levels of new hotel construction probably account for few hotel brand introductions.
In this week's roundup of news from the Americas region: New Orleans benefits from Super Bo
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Ryman CEO shares col
General Hotel Management is celebrating 20 years of providing tailor-made luxury hotels in Sout
Gaylord’s transformation as a REIT was one of the big stories of 2012. But it wasn’
The upscale Hilton brand opened 49 hotels during 2012. The next 12 months promise to bring
Executives speaking at the Mexico Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference are looking forward
The next wave of revenue managers need to possess leadership skills, a thirst for knowledge and
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • RevPAR recovery elud
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 0.4% to 56%; ADR rose 5.2% to $107.27; and
Whether scouting for talent in Major League Baseball or repurchasing company stock, potential i
Many major U.S. markets have yet to reach their previous peaks in RevPAR, according to an STR A
Deal-pricing analyses can help appraisers gather data that reflects the actions of the buyers a
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Extended stay posts
The market's occupancy was up 2.5% to 68.9%; ADR jumped 71.7% to $224.05; and RevPAR grew 7
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 0.5% to 57%; ADR was up 1.5% to CA$126.65; a
Acknowledging the company struggled during 2012, CEO and President Mark Hoplamazian is optimist
Hoteliers in New Orleans are cashing in on Mardi Gras and the Super Bowl, but which event gener
The Hotel Industry Pulse index, which gauges business conditions in the U.S. hotel industry, in
Thailand’s RevPAR grew 15.4% in 2012 to THB2,232, according to STR Global.
As the overall economy and hotel-industry performance improve, designers and purchasers ta
Hotel management companies are hiring, with several attributing their growth to an increase in
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Nylo Hotels on a str
The Middle East/Africa hotel development pipeline comprises 480 hotels totaling 118,023 rooms,
The company's U.S. select-service hotel RevPAR increased 8.7% compared with the f
There are good days ahead for hotel designers and purchasers as properties become more dis
The Europe hotel development pipeline comprises 869 hotels totaling 145,303 rooms, according to
The Asia/Pacific hotel development pipeline comprises 1,810 hotels totaling 391,002 rooms, acco
Forecasting hotel industry performance requires insight into data, an understanding of economic
Small boutique brand Nylo Hotels looks to grow its portfolio through conversions and
The former Gaylord Entertainment Company will put its balance sheet to work repurchasing shares
Choice Hotels International CEO Steve Joyce said the company will follow up on its largest deal
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Choice Hotels eyes a
The company's domestic system-wide RevPAR increased 6.2% for the year ended 31 De
Hotel executives need to be nimble and creative as they maneuver through a political and econom
Development executives during the Hospitality Law Conference said they wish to develop in U.S.
The total active U.S. hotel development pipeline comprises 2,637 projects totaling 307,289 room
The Central/South America hotel development pipeline comprises 239 hotels totaling 36,936 rooms
The Caribbean/Mexico hotel development pipeline comprises 126 hotels totaling 20,436 rooms, acc
As chairman and CEO of design firm Gettys, Roger Hill is in a unique position to observe shifts
In this month’s roundup of hotel news from Europe: London is projected to see increased d
After a 248% increase in deal volume during 2012, the Scandinavian hotel transaction market is
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Virgin’s portf
Highlighting unique experiences and organic culture, small-town boutique hotels are capitalizin
Several design-focused hotels marketed their properties during down periods in January and Febr
Strategic issue diagnosis is a structured process that identifies risks and opportunities, and
With its first property nearing the finish line and another announcement on the way, Virgin Hot
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Payroll tax hike dea
Executives at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide project solid RevPAR growth near the uppe
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 3.6% to 53.5%; ADR rose 6% to $106.64; and
Preet Inder Singh had dreams of studying geology in Antarctica until a detour funneled him into
The 2% payroll tax hike that went into effect earlier this year could cause hotel consumer sati
Jim Amorosia has Blackstone’s buy-in—and some hefty expectations—as he attemp
This month's roundup of news from the technology sector highlights TripAdvisor’s meta
The hospitality industry can learn a lot about revenue management from retailers, including rec
Will the rise of online review sites sound the death knell for traditional guest surveys? Most
New tools allow digital hotel marketers to track campaign effectiveness, measure conversion rat
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • U.S. weekly performa
Looking to rid itself of cumbersome debt, Innisfree Hotels & Resorts turns to Aries Capital
The market's occupancy rose 24.5% to 71.1%; its ADR jumped 125.9% to $289.03; and its RevPA
The Canadian hotel industry experienced mixed results in the three key performance metrics duri
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas is aiming to expand from nine hotels and resorts to 40 hotels an
The sense of smell can be harnessed as a way to further guest satisfaction and develop a loyal
Worldwide system-wide RevPAR for same-store hotels increased 5% in constant dollars for the ful
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Katie Taylor steps d
Wyndham Worldwide is leveraging its timeshare business as a means of breaking into sought-
The company recently hired an executive to oversee hotel industry partnerships and communicate
The company's U.S. RevPAR increased 6% compared with the four
The resignation of Four Seasons CEO Kathleen Taylor narrows the number of women executives who
Favorable increases in ADR and RevPAR are expected during 2013.
Hoteliers need to capitalize on their staff members who have an impact on sales, regardless of
With quality urban assets largely picked over, some REITs are expanding beyond their traditiona
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts announced that Kathleen Taylor will be leaving her role as CEO.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Financial incentives
Led by Steve Joyce’s desire to leverage its balance sheet, Choice Hotels International is
Franchisors increasingly are floating key money, sliver equity and performance guarantees to in
Included in this roundup of news from the Middle East/Africa region: Year-end hotel performance
Sustainable tourism can prove successful, but there needs to be active steps taken to ensure th
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Special report: &ldq
CEOs from Spain’s largest hotel chains, including Meliá Hotels International, NH H
Ownership needs to communicate clearly to the management team that capturing rate remains a top
Hoteliers are developing packages, programs and amenities that cater to the wants—and wal
Using the philosophy of answering the door when opportunity knocks, HotelNewsNow.com welcomes r
Despite shifts in the meetings industry to accommodate shrinking budgets and time-starved profe
Group demand has not recovered at the pace of transient demand, becoming less concentrated in t
2012 wasn’t a kind year for Washington, D.C.’s group meetings market. But planned i
Despite the economy’s recent toll on meetings bookings, a recent JLL report points to Rev
Hoteliers are introducing proprietary applications they hope will foster brand advantages in th
Hoteliers discuss best practices to combat a trend toward smaller and shorter meetings.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • TravelClick: Q1 comm
The company’s Chairman Jim Allen said Hard Rock could triple its number of hotel properti
Some REIT executives during ALIS said it’s a good time to buy while others cited a rising
The struggling ESA chain received a jolt of energy from former Starbucks CEO Jim Donald, who is
Marriott Hotels & Resorts’ playful, sarcastic posts generated the most fan actions co
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 0.6% to 54%; ADR rose 4.4% to $106.31; and
EB-5 financing continues to be a viable source of capital for sponsors of hotel projects and fo
Hotel investors increasingly are using social media as another tool when evaluating deals.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Super Bowl boost pro
Although Switzerland has faced setbacks, the country’s hoteliers are hopeful 2013 wi
Hoteliers in the Big Easy project packed houses and strong rates for Super Bowl weekend.
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy fell 3% to 54.8%; ADR rose 0.3% to CA$125.95; and
The market’s occupancy rose 16.4% to 74.7%; its ADR increased 15.6% to $129.64; and
The Spanish hotel chain, formerly known as Fiesta Hotel Group, has ambitious expansion plans in
The U.S. Commerce Department released a negative estimate of real GDP change for the fourth qua
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Drury tops Market Me
Experts at HSMAI’s Digital Marketing Strategy Conference said it’s imperative that
Lowe Enterprises and its subsidiary Destination Hotels & Resorts are looking to increase th
With an anticipated end to decades-old travel embargos, Cuba’s undersupplied hotel indust
The key to long-term success lies in an efficient cost structure, customer loyalty and establis
The Hotel Operating Statistics (HOST) Program, which includes the HOST Almanac and Custom HOST
The global tourism industry shows no signs of slowing after topping the 1-billion mark last yea
The Hotel Industry Leading indicator, or HIL, bumped up slight during December after a flat rea
With solid underlying fundamentals in the hotel industry, the 2,500 attendees of ALIS had a pos
Measuring the performance of travel marketing initiatives remains difficult even as the consump
In this week’s roundup of news from the Asia/Pacific region: STR Global releases year-end
With the U.S. DOJ pool-lift requirement date nearing, hoteliers need to ensure their properties
The $100-million capital investment from Lindsay Goldberg LLC was the final step of the company
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • IREFAC shares invest
IREFAC closed ALIS with a candid discussion about popular trends in near-term hotel investment,
Despite challenges in Singapore, Global Premium Hotels maintains its status as one of the count
Executives highlighted performance in some of the country’s hottest hotel markets during
The country’s hotel sector suffered during 2012 despite a few bright spots from key marke
Emerging markets will post faster growth in hotel room revenues during the next five years than
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Scotland hotel returns ou
Though Sky Hospitality initially found success developing along Florida’s I-75 corridor,
From the sky-is-falling hysteria to rose-colored-glasses-skewed euphoria, attendees at ALIS hav
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 6.1% to 54.5%; ADR rose 5.6% to $105.73; and Re
During ALIS, a panel of executives from hotel brands debated the potential for hotel oversatura
As 2013 kicks off, hoteliers should resolve to keep employees energized, communicate properly a
Things are looking up for the resort segment, where demand increases and loosening debt are spu
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Red Lion plans new brand
Executives from some of the country’s largest management companies said they’re exp
The company has divided into three different brands with the goal of helping guests differentia
Loews Hotels is searching for portfolios and single assets to reach its goal of 50 hotels withi
Red Lion Hotels Corporation announced on Thursday plans for The Leo Hotel Collection, which wil
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy fell 0.9% to 53%; ADR rose 1.1% to CA$124.22; and RevP
The industry’s occupancy increased 2.4% to 56.6%; ADR rose 4% to $106.54; and RevPAR was
The market’s occupancy rose 20.2% to 57.7%; its ADR was up 31.6% to $169.66; and its RevP
Hawaii’s position as a diverse market drove Aqua Hospitality’s decision to restruct
In 2012, the region reported a 6.1% increase in occupancy to 60.3%; a 0.5% decrease in ADR to $
Five years after the industry’s worst downturn on record, data shows hotels are nearly ba
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR revises 2013, 2014 fo
In December 2012, the region increased 2.8% in occupancy to 55%; rose 1.3% in ADR to €96.9
In 2012, the Asia/Pacific region’s occupancy ended the year virtually flat with a 0.5% in
Rapid development and unpredictable shifts in market dynamics are only two hurdles facing inves
Overall, in 2013 occupancy is expected to rise 0.8% to 61.9%; ADR is forecasted to increase 4.9
To remain relevant in consumers’ minds, the hotel industry needs to enhance its technolog
In 2012, the Americas region reported a 2.4% increase in occupancy to 61.5%; a 3.8% gain in ADR
A look back at STR’s “Market Forecast Reports” shows generally little varianc
Only 8% of survey respondents indicated they always stay at the same hotel brand.
The investment allows Value Place to add at least 50 new company locations while continuing to
Breaking news and headlines from the Americas Lodging Investment Summit at LA Live in Los Angel
An updated lodging forecast released by PwC US anticipates stronger RevPAR recovery in 2013, co
Business activity in U.S. hotels declined to a reading of 103.6 in December, according to the l
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • IHG to receive $31m in li
In this week's roundup of news from the Americas region: Global pipelines are released; a s
The country’s GDP slowdown is taking its toll on the hotel industry, where executives at
An annual Thayer Ventures event in advance of ALIS was a win-win for both the technology compan
This emerging segment of hotels offers its consumers all the amenities they desire—comfor
Overall, the U.S. hotel industry’s occupancy rose 3.2% to 49.1%; its ADR was up 4.3% to $
Overall, the U.S. hotel industry’s occupancy increased 2.5% to 61.4%; its ADR was up 4.2%
In year-over-year comparisons, the Caribbean market's occupancy increased 7.1% to 66.4%; AD
The Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index reported a 20.9% increase in 2012 to 2,448 and was up 5.2% in D
Brands are playing an increasingly important role in India’s crowded hotel landscape, exe
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • China’s economy exi
Travel and tourism accounted for 6% of India’s total GDP—a percentage that will onl
Leaders who accept the status quo are detrimental to improving the hotel industry.
One huge challenge kept popping up in my discussions with executives and property-level manager
Chris Coffin of the Hilton Columbus Downtown was pushed into the hotel industry by default duri
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was down 4.2% to 49.8%; ADR rose 2.1% to $105.30; and
For every opportunity exists a challenge in this burgeoning hotel industry, according to speake
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Host sells Atlanta Marrio
Provisions within management contracts should clearly reflect the rights and obligations of eac
Brand executives are keen to expand their footprints in emergent India, according to sources at
Miami’s ADR rose 22.1% to $223.78; its RevPAR was up 26.7% to $182.23; and its occupancy
An influx of supply is thwarting demand growth in the emerging market, according to sources at
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy fell 6.3% to 45.3%; ADR rose 0.3% to CA$120.05; and Re
A regional snapshot of hotels opened in 2012 and expected openings in 2013.
The real estate investment and development company has five properties under contract for purch
The Marcus Corporation announced Thursday the appointment of Kirk A. Rose as president of Marcu
The proceeds will be used to fund future acquisitions, pay down debt or for general corporate p
Aqua Hotels and Resorts reported Wednesday it has changed its name to Aqua
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • JLL: Global commercial re
The best way to capitalize on marketing efforts is for hoteliers to develop a two-pronged appro
Healthy gains in ADR have made development of mid-tier assets financially feasible in the heavi
Keeping with its philosophy to deliver harmony and love through customer interactions, Park Hot
Supply in London is projected to increase by 3.5%, while demand will grow by 2.9%.
Officials of the Hotel Equity & Lender Perspectives (HELP) Conference set for April 8-9 at
While hotel industry fundamentals continued to improve in 2012, investment activity dropped com
Often, people are thrust into the leadership role unprepared. However, by following the footste
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Host still pursuing other
To capture global demand, hoteliers need to understand payment trends and adapt to meet custome
Sustainability rankings are still in their infancy, but as more companies disclose information
The Central/South American hotel development pipeline comprises 232 hotels totaling 35,686 room
Mixed hotel performance could not slow a slew of new openings in this month’s roundup of
The Caribbean/Mexico hotel development pipeline comprises 120 hotels totaling 18,457 rooms, acc
Several Western hotel companies are introducing new hotel amenities and services to attract the
The high-end hotel operator is entering the budget sector with COSI Hotels, a new brand targete
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Koger, Host lawsuit settl
The "fade" and the "Picasso principle" are among a number of important less
The company has nine properties under development in places including China, India, Europe and
A $3-billion, five-project theme-park development in the emirate could spark as many as 100 new
The Asia/Pacific hotel development pipeline comprises 1,767 hotels totaling 385,113 rooms, acco
Emerging markets globally are improving roads and railways as hotel development executives look
The Middle East/Africa hotel development pipeline comprises 478 hotels totaling 119,233 rooms,
The Europe hotel development pipeline comprises 844 hotels totaling 141,273 rooms, according to
The Paris-based company opened 70 hotels during 2012 and is on its way to becoming a global own
Some hotel brands have identified the digital check-in process as a way to increase guest satis
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR: Preliminary Dec
The U.S. hotel industry is expecting 817 new properties with 87,301 rooms to open during 2013.<
There are 55 properties with 5,684 rooms expected to open during 2013.
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 7.6% to 45%; ADR rose 15.7% to $111.04; and Rev
What can hoteliers learn from Starbucks? When it comes to social media, quite a lot.
The U.S. hotel industry has potential for epic appreciation and is poised to increase ADR above
This month's roundup of news from the technology sector provides updates on different types
Travel research analyst Brian Mullan provided an update of where the top OTAs stand and how the
The merge of travel and technology has created a perfect storm stemming from an accel
As airline websites look to grow their hotel offerings and bookings, the next logical question
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • New York’s str
New York's ADR rose 39.7% to $264.51; its RevPAR jumped 66.8% to $207.22; and its occupancy
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 3.9% to 38.5%; ADR was up 9.5% to CA$127.35; and
Visitors from countries including China, Japan and South Korea are boosting performance of hote
Hotel management agreements should balance the rights of both owners and operators.
Russia boasts 13 cities with more than 1 million residents, although leveraging so much untappe
The American Express Meetings & Events “2013 Meetings Forecast” outlines four d
As the investment landscape continues to transform, buyer groups will remain interested in acqu
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • JLLH: Global deal vo
Aimbridge Hospitality has added 103 hotels, formerly known as Jameson Inns, located in 12 state
Most underwriting parameters for buyers and developers were relatively unchanged based on parti
Many hotel brands are realizing high rates of return on marketing campaigns that target emergin
Executives shared more details about the management swap agreement between the Spanish owner/op
Obstacles exist amid mixed-use development, but sources say the rewards can be well worth the r
Stagnant supply coupled with increases in overall room demand resulted in improved industry-wid
Though metrics are up and fundamentals have returned, there still exists a large pool of distre
With the financing market still recovering, developers are working with smaller footprints to g
Development in the country’s booming hotel industry is outpacing training of the skilled
A continually high supply pipeline coupled with ongoing delays in opening a new airport are app
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Bain Capital invests
Included in this news roundup: The MEA region saw mixed hotel performance results during Novemb
The American Taxpayer Relief Act, which was passed to avert the fiscal cliff, extends key hotel
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Spain’s Parado
Anthony Worrall’s journey to become a well-rounded hotelier led him on plenty of adventur
Victims from Superstorm Sandy are being displaced from their hotels, as operators struggle to a
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy fell 14.4% to 36.9%; ADR was down 2.8% to CA$126.
After tense negotiations, management at the government-run chain agreed to reduce the proposed
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was down 7.2% to 45.4%; ADR fell 1.6% to $106.57;
HotelNewsNow.com asked hotel operators about the biggest challenges and opportunities they will
To cultivate long-term loyalty, hoteliers need to establish a connection, build rapport and tai
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Maldives hoteliers h
Google’s Panda and Penguin algorithms help the end user find good information that matche
Despite reports of political instability that led to decreases in occupancy, hoteliers in the M
A recurring theme among hotel owners is the increasing cost of distribution and how hoteliers e
Associates left no stones unturned during a recent operations meeting I attended at the Hilton
Now that U.S. lawmakers have averted an economic disaster by approving a tax deal, the hotel in
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • US fiscal cliff aver
HotelNewsNow.com, a leading digital platform that serves the global hotel industry, has extende
Taking the appropriate action can only be done after hearing a customer’s problem, unders
Brand executives highlighted the top challenges and opportunities for the year ahead.
Marketing an underperforming hotel as an adaptive reuse candidate for another real estate secto
In this month’s roundup of news from the Asia/Pacific region: Centara Hotels & Resort
Although Canada's economy is strong, sources point to the lack of global demand growth for
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 16.2% to 43.2%; ADR rose 3.7% to $93.04; a
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 20.8% to 37.8%; ADR was up 0.4% to CA$114.43; and
A handful of investigations and lawsuits exploring the issue of rate parity will continue into
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Big brands discuss s
Executives from Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Best Western Int
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Analysts assign grad
HotelNewsNow.com reached out to several analysts for their evaluation of some of the most notab
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • US hotels pushed for
Despite persisting negative headlines, the U.S. hotel industry continued to post strong and ste
Connecticut-based Starwood Hotels & Resorts expands footprint with signings in mature
Pinnacle Entertainment’s CEO said its acquisition of Ameristar allows it to be less depen
Jim Holthouser and Jeff Diskin, two long-time Hilton employees, got promotions that landed them
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Pinnacle to buy Amer
The Americas region ended the month with a 1.8% increase in occupancy to 57%; a 3.6% gain in&nb
In year-over-year measurements, the Asia/Pacific region’s occupancy ended the month with
Americas Best Value Inn’s annual conference produced more brand-improvement guidelines vo
Three markets experienced double-digit RevPAR increases: Cairo (+38.4% to $59.20); Riyadh (+32.
Reykjavik jumped 41.8% in RevPAR to €41.59, achieving the largest increase in that metric,
Hoteliers are cashing in on the fervor surrounding a Mayan prophecy that calls for the end of t
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 5.4% to 51.5%; ADR rose 6.5% to $101.68; a
Overall, the U.S. hotel industry’s occupancy rose 1.8% to 56.5%; its ADR was up 3.5%
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • PKF: Uncertainty clo
America’s Best Franchising is trying to resurrect the beleaguered Jameson Inn brand by in
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 5.6% to 52.4%; ADR was up 2.6% to CA$121.65;
The market’s occupancy jumped 18% to 57.5%; its ADR was up 23.3% to $95.98; and its&
With a new management team in place, Kerzner International will push forward with expansion, ho
The segment posted the largest increases in occupancy and RevPAR for the month, according to ST
As various technologies make it easier to collect, share, analyze and use consumer data, compan
Future business activity in U.S. hotels rose in November, according to the latest reading of e-
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • India’s DLF ag
Hotel developers are keeping a close eye on high-speed rail development, as the potential hubs
After an independent security researcher detailed a technique for opening locked hotel room doo
A panel of marketers and revenue managers highlighted the top trends in pricing, distribution a
The goal of the innovation effort is to find new and better ways of creating more value for gue
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Deloitte: Optimism f
For a look behind the scenes of operating a convention hotel, follow HotelNewsNow.com’s S
A shortage of suitable sites in London for luxury development has prompted some prominent
In this week's roundup of news from the Americas region: Preliminary data shows strong 2012
As hotels consider opt-out alternatives, hoteliers need to be careful not to commoditize the ho
Prior to HSMAI’s inaugural Chief Digital Officer Executive
The composite indicator, which gauges monthly overall business conditions in the U.S. hotel ind
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • IATA forecasts trave
Much about how Google, Facebook, Apple and Amazon will operate is unknown, so hoteliers speakin
Paid marketing efforts like SEO, SEM, email and display advertising should be centralized by th
The continuing wave of CMBS maturities and gradually loosening debt maturities should help push
Marriott International is one of a shrinking number of major chains that does not include guest
Several prominent operators in Scandinavia cannot agree to terms with Expedia over co
<p> Two hotel owner-operators during a recent webinar outlined the digital marketing
RevPAR might be up more than 6% on a year-over-year basis, but we’re still a long way&nbs
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Brand.com, OTA chann
Zack Zahran, GM of the Helmsley Park Lane Hotel in New York, is a people person—in that h
Destination marketing organizations provide ample benefits to hoteliers, as both parties have t
As hotel digital marketers work to stay on the forefront of technology, HSMAI is introducing a
An annual list of the top 50 best places to work features only one hotel company, meaning there
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 3.6% to 55.3%; ADR rose 5.4% to $107.64; a
Looking to the year ahead, hoteliers will need to keep their eye on everything from social medi
Hunter Hotel Conference organizers said that they expect to see especially strong interest in h
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • PKF forecasts strong
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 2.2% to 57.8%; ADR was up 2.8% to CA$124.58;
A comparison of how the nation’s two coasts are recovering might foreshadow future perfor
Viewers were treated to a comprehensive look at the Marriott International empire during a spec
According to the recently released December edition of Hotel Horizons, RevPAR for U.S. hotels i
A desire to keep bad loans off their books and a tidal wave of maturities headed their way are
The market’s ADR rose 44% to $211.34; its RevPAR jumped 64.9% to $183.07; and its occupan
The Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index reported a 2% increase in November to 2,328 and is up 14.9% yea
Although the pace of recovery has been slow, it has also been steady, and some noteworthy
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Price gouging versus
During natural disasters and other periods of abnormally high demand, hoteliers must weigh shor
Samples in Times Square and the Jersey Shore show no evidence of price gouging in the days surr
The Middle East/Africa hotel development pipeline comprises 480 hotels totaling 119,932 rooms,
The Europe hotel development pipeline comprises 855 hotels totaling 142,020 rooms, according to
The Asia/Pacific hotel development pipeline comprises 1,748 hotels totaling 377,036 rooms, acco
GMs in the Washington, D.C., market don’t expect to relive the record-setting attendance
As the industry heads into 2013, boutique hoteliers will focus on quirkiness, active social spa
For the period January-to-October 2012 year to date, India’s hotels on an average saw occ
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR releases prelimi
The total active U.S. hotel development pipeline comprises 2,586 projects totaling 299,201 room
A plethora of deals highlights this roundup of hotel news from Europe.
The Central/South America hotel development pipeline comprises 230 hotels totaling 35,891 rooms
The Caribbean/Mexico hotel development pipeline comprises 122 hotels totaling 18,944 rooms, acc
With smartphone and tablet usage expected to top PC usage by next year, hoteliers should focus
Preliminary 2012 year-end results for the U.S. hotel industry include a 2.3% increase in occupa
Two Manhattan Cambria Suites locations are being built by hoteliers new to the city, which is p
Executing outstanding customer service can do more for attracting and retaining customers than
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • South American condo
The state-owned chain of historic hotels is cutting more than 600 jobs and might close several
As outsourcing loss prevention becomes more mainstream, hoteliers need to take the proper preca
Experts say developers in the region have learned from mistakes, specifically a glut of constru
Successful sales managers customize plans and develop skilled salespeople who can impact all se
With 2012 almost behind us and 2013 coming into focus, here are some of the biggest trends swee
Expedia executives tackled the issues concerning their hotel partners the most, including rate
Committed group roomnights might be flat in North America, but TravelClick’s Rao Avasaral
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Preliminary US Novem
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 2.5% to 52.2%; ADR rose 3.5% to $103; and&
On the verge of my first-ever trip to India, I turned to HVS to examine some of the top trends
There are two separate SBA loans: the 7(a) and 504. Each program equips borrowers with loans th
The appraisal community is divided between methods used to calculate the intangible values of h
Guestroom technology has come a long way in the past decade. This infographic highlights four s
Between scoping out potential investment opportunities at PhoCusWright, Thayer Ventures’
This month's roundup of news from the technology sector has a particular focus on online re
With more than 1,000 properties in its portfolio, Vantage has revamped its development div
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 2.8% to 62.1%; ADR was up 3.2% to CA$127.33;
All three channels—desktop, mobile and tablet—must be integrated in a hotel’s
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • New Orleans rates in
Before the availability of title insurance in many parts of Europe, the lengthy and costly due
The city’s hoteliers reported double-digit gains in ADR and RevPAR for the week ending 1
Buried within online reviews are actionable, operational insights that can help hoteliers
If there is one thread that weaves its way through Ron Vlasic’s roles as a Kimpton VP and
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Speed of constructio
Occupied roomnights might appear to be peaking, but the high amount of pent-up demand shows eve
There are three things every hotel developer wants during the hotel construction process: to st
The economy segment has yet to recover from its late-1980s heyday. But ambitious brand refreshe
Most hoteliers don’t have issues with London’s continued growth in supply, but bols
As owners and operators work through the budgeting process, they need to evaluate whether their
In this roundup of news from the region: MEA countries report positive monthly hotel performanc
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • First Mexican hotel
In a Q-and-A interview, TripAdvisor CEO Stephen Kaufer addresses a number of key issues affecti
FIBRA Hotelera Mexicana went public Friday on the Mexican Stock Exchange, selling 194.4 million
Ongoing political strife in the Levant region could impact hotel performance in affected cities
Several countries that saw political uprisings early in 2011 are now reporting increases in hot
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Spanish hoteliers pe
Cancellation and no-show fees helped offset declines in RevPAR. But now hoteliers are becoming
Economic ills and government austerity measures will weigh heavily on hotel performance during
The process of choosing a property tax consultant should entail as much savvy as the process of
Boutique hotel chain The Kessler Collection will develop at least half a dozen U.S. hotels with
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Blackstone will buy Apple
Hoteliers were reluctant to say whether they will comply, and the AH&LA’s Joe McInern
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 5.2% to 47.2%; ADR rose 5.9% to $96.06; an
Demand growth is expected to decline in 2013, however, TravelClick executives said there still
Columbus, Ohio, will reallocate funds from the city’s bed tax directly toward funding to
Kate Martin hasn’t looked back since her first hotel gig at the age of 15. Now GM of the
In a risky financing environment, one way to stand out to lenders and investors is by developin
At the heart of the issue is whether franchisors and brand managers should be collecting fees f
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 1.4% to 59.4%; ADR was up 2.4% to CA$126.02; and&
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Agency model spurs c
With the U.S. credit market still trying to regain its footing, some investors are turning to t
As sanctions loosen in Myanmar, international travelers are visiting the country for the first
The market’s occupancy rose 15.6% to 86%; its RevPAR was up 23% to $218.25; and its
Hoteliers in the past encouraged brand consistency, but guests today want an individualized app
With the number of hotel deals still muted in Europe, speakers at EHIC discussed the importance
Texas-based Omni Hotels & Resorts remains diligent in its quest for adding hotels to its po
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Despite economy, Eur
Millennials are stigmatized as self centered and lazy, but they have skills and a wealth of kno
Optimism and reality were blended into candid conversations about the status of the European ho
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Website ‘bluep
While ground-up construction is still proving difficult in the hotel industry, some hoteliers a
HotelNewsNow.com recently caught up with Expedia CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, who said commissions pa
The marketing plan is no longer a document carved in stone but one that is able to adapt to an
In this week’s roundup of news from the Asia/Pacific region: Orient-Express rejects buyou
Several hotel companies are seeing an uptick in conversions after adding customer reviews to th
Sources said hoteliers can steal market share from online competitors by understanding how user
Hoteliers and room distributors are overhauling their online presence to steal market share by
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Israel cancellations
Occupancy fell 4.1% to 60%; ADR was up 1.8% to CAD$126.75; and RevPAR decreased 2.4% to CAD$76.
Hoteliers fall into the trap of maintaining the status quo. But as innovation becomes a more pe
By implementing employee idea systems, thousands of small innovative ideas suggested by staff c
In an effort to ease closing and hasten the deal-making process, prospective hotel buyers are b
An emerging trend for hoteliers, including some of the major U.S. brands, is to mirror the well
The board of directors of NH Hoteles has appointed Rodrigo Echenique Gordillo as non-executive
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 4.6% to 62%; ADR rose 6.4% to $108.63; and
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hoteliers express co
Three markets achieved RevPAR increases of more than 20%: Tel Aviv (+36.2% to €159.68); Du
In year-over-year measurements, the Asia/Pacific region’s occupancy ended the month virtu
Overall, the U.S. hotel industry’s occupancy rose 2.4% to 64.4%; its ADR was up 4.2%
The region’s occupancy increased 4.6% to 65.5%; its ADR rose 9.4% to $183.97; and it
The Americas region ended the month with a 2.4% increase in occupancy to 64.3%; a 3.9% gain in&
As fighting between Israel and Hamas continues, hoteliers in the region are noticing some cance
The U.S. National Labor Relations Board is scrutinizing common policies, meaning hote
PhoCusWright’s Travel Innovation Summit merges innovators with an entrepreneurial spirit
Jean-Jacques Reibel of the InterContinental Hong Kong isn’t shy about paying attention to
The up-and-coming emirate is breaking out of the shadows of Dubai and Abu Dhabi thanks to a mas
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • KKR bid for NH Hotel
Dave Madden, GM of LivingSocial Escapes, said successful operators are focused on capturing val
The U.S. hotel industry posted increases in the three key performance metrics, including a 6.7%
IT professionals say it’s nearly impossible to keep up with the ballooning bandwidth dema
NH Hoteles’ shareholders are mulling a proposed investment stake from KKR, which could he
In this week's roundup of news from the Americas region: Data firms reveal new 2013 forecas
Revenue managers need to make it a priority to understand their audience and provide relevant,
The outlook for the U.S. hotel industry edged upward, according to the Hotel Industry Leading i
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Israel, West Bank ho
The best forecasting starts with a strong foundation of historical data, which is then adjusted
At last week’s PhoCusWright Conference, Google shed little light on future plans but reit
As group demand rebounds with the broader economy, hoteliers are evaluating conference and work
Universal Orlando Resort, along with its joint-venture partners, is busy prepping its hotels fo
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Focus shifts as hote
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 0.9% to 62.6%; ADR rose 3.1% to $107.91; a
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 4.1% to 62.8%; ADR was up 2.6% to CA$126.93;
As the hotel ecommerce space evolves, hoteliers and OTAs at the PhoCusWright Conference discuss
The ongoing economic downturn has caused third-quarter demand to contract, especially in the co
With ADR forecasted to lead RevPAR increases in 2013, making the right decisions in the revenue
Conventional wisdom is that everyone is using social media. But conventional wisdom is not alwa
The pace of recovery has been faster than expected in the industry, although it&
Heavy hitters in the online travel space discussed how their businesses are adapting to a slowd
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • French consortium ac
The best experiential hotels tell the best stories, taking guests to a new setting or spac
Home Inns’ recently acquired Motel 168 brand saw upticks in revenue and occupancy during
Top executives at Hilton and Accor addressed the state of the industry, luxury hotels and the v
Nearly two-thirds of the hotels opened were of the franchised-and-managed model.
As concerns over guestroom security mount, hoteliers need to review their procedures and polici
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Data firms release n
The Europe hotel development pipeline comprises 868 hotels totaling 140,952 rooms, according to
The Asia/Pacific hotel development pipeline comprises 1,697 hotels totaling 374,523 rooms, acco
A bumpy U.S. economic recovery coupled with financial uncertainty is weighing on investor confi
The region’s fragmented mid-market hotel sector is ripe for consolation, although a lack
The revised U.S. hotel industry forecasts are still largely favorable, despite some pullback af
The Middle East/Africa hotel development pipeline comprises 488 hotels totaling 121,026 rooms,
Panelists at the inaugural Hotel and Lodging Legal Summit discussed best practices for handling
As U.S. hotel companies expand into Asia, executives need to assess how they can implement eco-
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • World Travel Market
The improving metrics of the Caribbean hotel industry has drawn interest from international cap
Hoteliers voiced support for the new Food & Beverage STAR Benchmarking Report, which will a
The Caribbean/Mexico hotel development pipeline comprises 124 hotels totaling 19,318 rooms, acc
The Central/South America hotel development pipeline comprises 233 hotels totaling 33,396 rooms
The total active U.S. hotel development pipeline comprises 2,590 projects totaling 290,257 room
A panel during the World Travel Market discussed the biggest challenges and opportunities facin
Statewide occupancy increased by 4.1% during the first three quarters of the year to 77.8%, whi
Contracts between partners can vary greatly from country to country, and panelists at the Hotel
The U.K. rolls out a new pension plan, Copenhagen hotels go green and Fiesta gets a new name in
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Execs tackle wide ra
The Caribbean hotel industry has put the recession behind it and has many opportunities ahead,
