LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 16

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Design Workshop Completes Multi-Year Landscape Transformation of Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego, Enhancing Guest Experience

🏞 Design Workshop completed a multi-year landscape transformation at Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego, finishing enhancements in November 2021. Led by Jeff Zimmermann and Tyson Murray, the initiative focused on aligning landscape strategy with the resort's brand. Key updates include the Grand Social space, Canyon Terrace venue, and expanded patios for 75 rooms. Sustainability was prioritized through water-efficient systems and stormwater management, enhancing guest experiences and reinforcing the resort's premier positioning.

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Sonnenblick-Eichner Secures $75 Million Loan to Refinance Monterey Marriott Hotel in California

🏨 Sonnenblick-Eichner Company secured a $75 million loan to refinance the 341-room Monterey Marriott in downtown Monterey, California. The non-recourse, interest-only, five-year loan was funded by a Wall Street investment bank. The hotel features 16,500 sq ft of meeting space and is close to the Monterey Conference Center. With 19 competitive loan quotes, the deal closed with an all-in rate under 6%. This is the third loan for this property by Sonnenblick-Eichner.

Hotel Distil in Louisville Unveils Peerless Distilling Suite in Collaboration with Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co.

🍹 Hotel Distil in Louisville, Kentucky, unveiled the Peerless Distilling Suite, a bourbon-themed experience in collaboration with Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. The suite features Peerless branding and artifacts and offers custom in-room coffee by Peerless Master Taster, John Waddell. The package includes two signature cocktails at Repeal Oak-Fired Steakhouse and a tour and tasting at Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. Located in downtown Louisville, the suite is available for booking.

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Hospitality Industry Needs Intentional Leadership Development to Elevate Women to Executive Roles

📈 Amanda Wickham's journey from military to hospitality began with a transitional job in graduate school, leading to a long-term career. Mentors like Bo Schmitz, Mark Xenophon, Chris Knapton, and Tommy Holmes played pivotal roles. Women in hospitality showed progress in leadership by 2025, especially at the general manager level. However, director and executive roles still lag. In 2026 and beyond, diversity, inclusion, and leadership accountability in hospitality are vital for sustainable change.

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Kirk Pederson Named COO of PM Hotel Group to Enhance Operations and Strategy Post-Sightline Merger

📈 PM Hotel Group appoints Kirk Pederson as COO in Chevy Chase, Maryland. He will oversee hotel operations and commercial strategy. Pederson's prior role was president of Sightline Hospitality, which merged with PM Hotel Group in 2024. He has overseen $5 billion in hotel assets in the U.S. and Mexico. Previously, he held roles at Morgan Stanley Real Estate Funds and Interstate Hotels & Resorts, among others.

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U.S. Travel Industry Urges Legislation to Ensure Pay for TSA and FAA Workers During Shutdowns

✈ WASHINGTON, March 5, 2026: Federal transportation security workers face $0 paychecks due to a government shutdown. The U.S. Travel Association and others launched the “Pay Federal Aviation Workers” campaign, pushing Congress to pass the Aviation Funding Solvency and Stability Acts. TSA officers earn about $35,000 annually, screening nearly a billion passengers. A past 43-day shutdown delayed/canceled 9,000 flights, impacting six million travelers and costing $6.1 billion. The travel industry supports over 15 million jobs, contributing $2.9 trillion annually.

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San Francisco Hotels Lead U.S. Performance with 35.3% RevPAR Increase as New Orleans, Las Vegas Face Declines

🏨 February 22-28, 2026, U.S. hotel performance showed nearly flat year-over-year changes: occupancy at 62.8%, ADR at $159.03, and RevPAR at $99.85. New Orleans experienced significant declines with ADR dropping 32.6% to $160.58, and RevPAR falling 33.7% to $100.14. New York City's occupancy decreased by 12.6%, while Las Vegas saw a 12% occupancy drop, ADR down 26.9%, and RevPAR down 35.7%. San Francisco reported gains with occupancy up 20.3% and RevPAR up 35.3%.

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Remington Hospitality to Boost Revenue at Costa Sur Resort with All-Inclusive Model Transition

🏖 Costa Sur Resort, Classico Collection by Sonesta, located in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, is now managed by Remington Hospitality. The resort features 189 rooms, four oceanfront dining options, a heated pool, a fitness center, and event spaces. Plans are underway to transition to an all-inclusive model this summer to enhance demand, revenue, and profitability. Remington aims to optimize revenue and operational efficiencies as part of its strategy in Mexico and Latin America.

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Noble Investment Group Acquires Renaissance Reno Downtown Hotel Amidst Booming Reno Market Growth

🏨 Noble Investment Group acquired the Renaissance Reno Downtown Hotel & Spa in Reno, Nevada. Located by the Truckee River and Reno's central business district, the area attracts over 15 million visitors yearly. Supported by key investments from companies like Tesla and Google, Reno's economic growth is fueled by diverse sectors including technology and logistics. This acquisition fits Noble's strategy to invest in high-growth markets with plans for capital enhancements to leverage Reno’s expansion.

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Motel One Migrates 100+ Hotels to Oracle OPERA Cloud PMS in 13 Countries, Enhancing Operational Efficiency

💻 Motel One Group successfully migrated its hotel portfolio to Oracle OPERA Cloud in just four months, covering over 100 properties across 13 countries, including Germany, the UK, and the US. This accelerated project involved 14 active go-lives per week, enhancing operational excellence with built-in analytics and over 1,000 pre-integrated services. Oracle Managed Services will support daily operations, ensuring reliability and cost efficiency. This digital milestone aims to drive Motel One’s international growth and innovation.

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