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In HQ Hotels, Sam Nazarian is back, and reminding people who he still is

“The Hills,” an American reality show that examined a group of glamorous, bratty, young Angelenos as they navigated the nightlife and brunch spots of L.A., was a mid-aughts phenom”: A…

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Briefs: HVMG adds to management portfolio; Kimpton’s third location in NYC

HVMG TO MANAGE BLOOMINGTON EMBASSY SUITES: Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG) has assumed management of the Embassy Suites by Hilton Bloomington/Minneapolis. The Atlanta-based third-party hotel operator will also oversee a…

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Driftwood Capital closes $330M fund focusing on Florida’s Space Coast

Driftwood Capital has closed its latest fund, Driftwood Florida Space Coast Portfolio, LP, which focuses on the acquisition and development of existing and soon-to-break-ground hotel assets in Florida’s “Space Coast.”…

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Briefs: Monterey Beach Hotel opens; Spark by Hilton checks in Canada

MONTEREY BEACH HOTEL OPENS: Ascendant Capital Partners has partnered with Highgate and Centerbridge Partners to announce the opening of Monterey Beach Hotel, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio hotel in Monterey, Calif.…

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Briefs: NewcrestImage acquires DoubleTree Suites; IHG signs Regent Residences in Middle East

NEWCRESTIMAGE ACQUIRES DOUBLETREE SUITES: NewcrestImage has acquired the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Columbus Downtown in Ohio. The acquisition price and seller’s details were not disclosed. Located in the downtown,…

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Office valuations have plummeted. Now what?

The rise of remote work and interest rates has on balance produced a glut of vacant office space, particularly in buildings located in downtown urban cores. As a result, there…

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People on the Move: Accor, Atlantis Resorts, SH Hotels & Resorts, Rosewood Hotels, Zeal Hotels, JW Marriott Orlando

ACCOR APPOINTS BRAND PRESIDENTS Accor has appointed two presidents to lead its premium, midscale and economy brands. Benoît Racle has been named global brand president-premium (including Pullman, Swissôtel, Mövenpick, Angsana…

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Briefs: Rosewood residences in Florida; Palisociety adds to Le Petit Pali portfolio

CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ON ROSEWOOD HOMES IN FLORIDA: Construction has started on the Rosewood Residences Naples. The 42-unit waterfront condominium development is located on the beach in Naples, Fla. The Ronto…

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How hotels—and guests—can benefit from text-messaging engagement

Here’s a novel thought: Technology should complement the human element, not overshadow it. In hospitality, the goal is to use tech to make guests feel valued and understood, not to…

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The U.S. remains most powerful travel market, finds WTTC study

The U.S. emerged as the most powerful travel and tourism market in the world, contributing a record $2.36 trillion to the country’s economy in 2023, a recent study has revealed.…

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In HQ Hotels, Sam Nazarian is back, and reminding people who he still is

Briefs: HVMG adds to management portfolio; Kimpton’s third location in NYC

Driftwood Capital closes $330M fund focusing on Florida’s Space Coast

Briefs: Monterey Beach Hotel opens; Spark by Hilton checks in Canada

Briefs: NewcrestImage acquires DoubleTree Suites; IHG signs Regent Residences in Middle East

Office valuations have plummeted. Now what?

People on the Move: Accor, Atlantis Resorts, SH Hotels & Resorts, Rosewood Hotels, Zeal Hotels, JW Marriott Orlando

Briefs: Rosewood residences in Florida; Palisociety adds to Le Petit Pali portfolio

How hotels—and guests—can benefit from text-messaging engagement

The U.S. remains most powerful travel market, finds WTTC study

Executive Guide on Hyperautomation for Hospitality Leaders

New guide: “From Revenue Manager to Commercial Strategist”

What does exceptional hospitality look like today? Download SOCIETIES Magazine

Reconnecting With What Feeds the Soul – Chet Pipkin, Desolation Hotel

It’s Your Job to Inspire Yourself If You’re a Hospitality Leader – Jannes Sörensen

How Hotels Are Protecting Profit in 2025 (Despite a 15% Revenue Miss) – Lindsey Goedeker & Sarah McCay Tams, Actabl [Sponsor Bonus]

How AI chatbots are missing a revenue opportunity

New on the Menu: Tiradito with bubu and a Scotch egg with apple sauce

Executive Guide on Hyperautomation for Hospitality Leaders

New guide: “From Revenue Manager to Commercial Strategist”

What does exceptional hospitality look like today? Download SOCIETIES Magazine

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