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Colin Tessier

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Chicago Charm, Reimagined: Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile

  • Colin Tessier
  • 18 February 2026
🏨 November 2026, Chicago: Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile completed a renovation of its 347-room hotel, owned by Northwestern Medicine. Two floors were converted into care facilities. Laurie Miller led design decisions, incorporating local art and playful color themes to cater to both hospital and traditional guests. The renovation emphasized lighting enhancements, including a layered lighting approach and playful color palettes. Collaborations featured local artists and suppliers like Distinction Hospitality, Renwil, and Zenith Rugs.
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Chicago Charm, Reimagined: Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile

  • Colin Tessier
  • 18 February 2026
🏨 Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile completed a multi-phase renovation in November. The 347-room hotel, located in Chicago's shopping district, is owned by Northwestern Medicine. Two floors were converted into a care facility. The design, inspired by "Where the City Meets the Lake," features work from local artists, including Matthew Hoffman and Joe Craft. Lighting was enhanced for energy and guestroom appeal. The project involved suppliers like Distinction Hospitality and Zenith Rugs.
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Chicago Charm, Reimagined: Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile

  • Colin Tessier
  • 18 February 2026
📍 Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile completed a renovation in November, transforming its 347-room property. Two floors were converted for Northwestern Medicine's care facility in Chicago's shopping district. Designers, including Laurie Miller of Anderson/Miller, Ltd., incorporated playful colors and lighting enhancements. Local artists contributed, with sculpture and murals enriching spaces. The theme “Where the City Meets the Lake” influenced design, blending urban and natural elements. Suppliers like Distinction Hospitality and Zenith Rugs supported the project.
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Chicago Charm, Reimagined: Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile

  • Colin Tessier
  • 18 February 2026
🏠 Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile completed a major renovation in November. The 347-room hotel, owned by Northwestern Medicine, converted two floors for care facility use, balancing Northwestern's needs with guest preferences. Laurie Miller's design incorporated playful colors and enhanced lighting, working with local artists like Matthew Hoffman and Joe Craft. Suppliers included Distinction Hospitality, Marquis Seating, Maharam, Renwil, and Zenith Rugs. The design theme, "Where the City Meets the Lake," featured colors like coral maroon and marigold.
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Historic Hotels of America Selects Cloudbeds as a Supplier Partner

  • Colin Tessier
  • 3 February 2026
📈 Historic Hotels of America, representing over 300 hotels across the U.S., including the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico, has partnered with Cloudbeds as a Supplier Partner to modernize operations. Cloudbeds will provide technology to streamline operations without sacrificing the hotels' authenticity. Adam Harris, CEO of Cloudbeds, emphasizes preserving individuality, while Lawrence Horwitz of Historic Hotels of America highlights the importance of balancing tradition with modern guest expectations.
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A Golden Opportunity for Hotels: Preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Surge

  • Colin Tessier
  • 19 January 2026
🏆 2026 FIFA World Cup in the U.S. from June 11 to July 19 will boost hotel demand across 16 cities. Driftwood Capital, managing over 5,000 rooms in host cities, notes early booking rises; over 102% increase for the World Cup Final in New Jersey. Strategies include tailored offerings and community engagement. Carlos Rodriguez Jr. and Alinio Azevedo emphasize targeted marketing and operations to maximize success. This event is a "golden opportunity" for the U.S. hospitality sector.
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Beyond Linear TV: Enseo CEO on the Future of Guestroom Entertainment

  • Colin Tessier
  • 12 January 2026
📺 The hospitality industry in 2026 sees continued evolution in guestroom entertainment as hoteliers embrace technology. Enseo, founded in 2000, celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2025 and adopts AI for cost reduction and enhanced guest experiences. CEO Brian Gurley emphasizes personalization and smart integrations, with dynamic pricing driven by AI for services like dining. Hotels focus on future-proofing by choosing flexible tech partners. Smart TVs are leveraged for advertising, enhancing guest interaction beyond traditional TV use.
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Dog-First, Guest-Approved: Inside the Next Evolution of Pet Travel  

  • Colin Tessier
  • 8 January 2026
🐶 BARK Air’s 2026 State of Pet Travel Report highlights the trend of prioritizing pet comfort during travel. In 2025, 88% of pet owners traveled with dogs, and 94% are willing to forego traditional amenities for pet-friendly experiences. BARK Air, now collaborating with HigherDOSE, offers wellness services at airport lounges and plans retreats with Kona Village Resort in March and May 2026. They launched a Companion Concierge for seamless dog travel, managing paperwork and logistics across airlines.
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New Report Examines Why More Hotels Prefer Best-in-Class Tech to All-in-One

  • Colin Tessier
  • 17 December 2025
📰 In 2026, a report by NYU Tisch Center, Stayntouch, and IDeaS found hotels gravitating towards Best-in-Class technology systems, with 68% of independent hotels (101-250+ rooms) adopting them. Smaller hotels (54% with 100 rooms or less) prefer All-in-One platforms for simplicity. Only 34% satisfied with All-in-One training/support plan to switch. Best-in-Class systems offer flexibility, reducing booking errors and delays. IDeaS introduced "Spotlight," providing marketers with ROI insights through scientific revenue management data.
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Managing the Surge: Oracle Hospitality GVP Discusses How OPERA Cloud Supports Hotels in High-Demand Periods

  • Colin Tessier
  • 21 November 2025
💻 Oracle Hospitality's OPERA Cloud aids hotels during peak events, enhancing revenue and service. Technology manages room inventory, cancellation policies, and staffing. Loyalty programs are boosted with the Opera Cloud Loyalty platform for personalized VIP experiences. AI automates tasks, delivering personalized offers and insights, easing staff workload. The platform’s real-time monitoring of occupancy, check-ins, and guest preferences ensures efficiency and personalization, crucial during events like the US Grand Prix and World Cup.
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