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Coast Hotels Supports British Columbia Charities with Funds Raised from 23rd Annual Golf Classic

Coast Hotels Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of APA Hotel Canada, Inc. and one of North America’s fastest-growing and one of Canada’s largest hotel brands, hosted the 23rd Annual Coast Hotels Shuhachi Naito Golf Classic in July of this year. This tournament, supported by over 30 partner sponsors, a fully sold-out field of golfers, and a dinner attended by over 175 guests raised valuable funds for two charities this year: the ALS Society of BC and the Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre.
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The Leading Hotels of the World Holds its 59th Annual Convention in Bangkok, Thailand

The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) convened its 2025 Annual Convention from November 20 to 22 in the vibrant cultural capital of Bangkok, Thailand. Under the inspiring theme “Leading with Purpose: Embracing a New Era,” the gathering brought together General Managers, owners, and distinguished industry leaders from across LHW’s global portfolio of more than 425 independent, luxury hotels. Over three days, participants explored the forces shaping the future of hospitality through immersive discussions, dynamic workshops, and forward-thinking case studies led by top experts.
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Newbond Holdings and Conversant Capital Close Acquisition of Two Major San Francisco Hotels

A partnership between Newbond Holdings and Conversant Capital, which was formed to invest in large-format hospitality assets, today closed on the acquisition of two of San Francisco’s largest and most recognizable hotels: the Hilton San Francisco Union Square and Parc 55 San Francisco – A Hilton Hotel. The combined purchase price for the two hotels, comprising approximately 3,000 rooms and representing roughly 10% of the city’s total room inventory, was $408 million.
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GSTC in Practice: How GCSTIMES Supports Hotels in Building a Sustainable Procurement System

As hotels advance toward GSTC standards, procurement becomes more than purchasing, as it becomes governance. The section A1 and A2 set expectations for hotels to formalize responsible purchasing processes, ensure compliant suppliers, and maintain traceability. Section D2 further requires measurable, data-driven progress in reducing emissions, plastics, and waste.
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