LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 22

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Mews Introduces Recurring Payments, Multicurrency, and Accounts Receivable to Boost Hotel Revenue and Efficiency

💸 Mews announced new features to boost hotel revenue: Recurring Payments, Multicurrency, and Accounts Receivable. Recurring Payments, piloted globally, streamline payment collection for over 100 properties, achieving 98% on-time payments. Multicurrency, expanding to the US and Canada, helps hotels earn from currency conversion fees, offsetting 2%-10% of subscription costs. Accounts Receivable, available in EUR markets, automates invoicing, reducing delays from 7-8 days to real-time visibility, enhancing cash flow management.

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AI Hospitality Alliance Launches Eight Committees with 54 Experts from 32 Companies to Tackle Industry Priorities

💻 AI Hospitality Alliance (AIHA) in San Diego, CA, launched eight workstream committees, featuring 54 contributors from 32 companies. These committees—comprising CEOs, founders, and tech professionals—focus on AI protocols, scalable architecture, data cleaning, visibility criteria, and governance guidelines. Operating in parallel starting this week, their outputs will become open-source resources, benefiting the hospitality industry. This initiative follows a 12-month roadmap prioritized by AIHA’s Advisory Board.

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Generator Appoints Xavier Mufraggi as CEO with Plans to Double its Footprint by 2030

🏨 Xavier Mufraggi, appointed CEO of Generator, aims to double the brand's presence by 2030 through the acquisition of centrally located four-star hotels and adaptive reuse projects. Mufraggi, with over 20 years of leadership experience, joins following Brookfield's 2025 acquisition of Generator. Previously, he led Club Med's North America & Caribbean division and held roles at Kraft Foods and Fosun Group. Generator plans European expansion and enhanced guest experiences.

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Peachtree Group Provides $150 Million Bridge Loan for Four-Hotel Portfolio Near Walt Disney World

🏨 Peachtree Group issued a $150 million bridge loan to refinance a 997-key, four-hotel portfolio in Flamingo Crossings Town Center, Winter Garden, Florida, adjacent to Walt Disney World Resort. This largest senior bridge loan in Peachtree's history, arranged by JLL, closed in under 45 days. The hotels, developed in 2020-2021, feature a nearly 89% occupancy rate and hold Walt Disney World Gateway Hotel designations. Peachtree's fourth transaction with Doradus Partners highlights strong lender-borrower relationships.

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Marcus & Millichap Facilitates Sale of 98-Room Comfort Inn Hotel in Anderson, Indiana to Private Investors

🏨 Marcus & Millichap announced the sale of a 98-room Comfort Inn, located in Anderson, Indiana. The transaction, led by investment specialists from their Chicago Oak Brook office and Indiana broker of record, involved private investor groups and was supported by the Miller-Gomes Hotel Team. Built in 1999, the hotel features an indoor pool, meeting space, and a fitness center, and is close to attractions like the Paramount Theatre Centre and Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino.

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Turning Stone Resort Casino Opens The Crescent Hotel and Salt Fine-Dining Restaurant in Verona, New York

🏨 Verona, New York—Turning Stone Resort Casino announced the opening of The Crescent, a 258-room luxury hotel, and Salt, a new fine-dining restaurant. The Crescent offers access to spas, entertainment, and a medical center, while Salt, on the seventh floor, provides outdoor dining with views of the Mohawk Valley. Developed with Elizabeth Blau, Salt features dishes like caviar tacos and a 40-ounce tomahawk steak, highlighting the Oneida Indian Nation's local ingredients.

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Fidelity Hotel in Cincinnati to Open July 28 with Signature Restaurant and Café Showcasing Local Cuisine

🍴 Cincinnati, Ohio — On July 28, the Fidelity Hotel, located in the restored Gwynne Building, will open with two culinary concepts: Gwynne and Cora’s Café. Executive Chef Brad Bernstein highlights Ohio River Valley ingredients. Gwynne offers dishes like Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb and seasonal cocktails. Cora’s Café features Fidelity Single Origin coffee, pastries, and cocktails like 6th & Main. The café also hosts a market showcasing local goods, merging historical roots with contemporary flair.

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InterContinental New York Barclay Unveils Long-Term Transformation Plan Ahead of 100th Anniversary Celebration

🗽 InterContinental New York Barclay, four months before its 100th anniversary, previews "The Barclay Reimagined" in New York. The centennial campaign, "Journey to 100," highlights its history through storytelling. The hotel introduces redesigned guestrooms as part of a long-term enhancement plan. General Manager Sofia L. Vandaele emphasizes preserving the hotel's legacy while modernizing for the future. Further details on the transformation will be revealed in 2027.

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JdV by Hyatt and Highline Hospitality Partners Open The Lowline Hotel in Charleston with 197 Rooms

📍 Opening in November 2024, The Lowline Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina, by JdV and Highline Hospitality Partners, reimagines the former Hyatt Place Charleston Historic District with 197 rooms on King Street. Designed by Ealain Studio, it's inspired by Charleston’s maritime heritage. Features include Leeward Restaurant, Pour Taproom, and nearly 8,000 sq. ft. of event space. Amenities: a fitness center, indoor pool, and valet parking, creating a modern, Charleston-rooted experience.

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Marriott Debuts City Express Brand in Canada with Opening of Port Hope Hotel Featuring 91 Rooms

🏨 City Express by Marriott opened its first Canadian hotel, City Express by Marriott Port Hope, in Ontario along Highway 401. This 91-room hotel connects travelers to major destinations like Toronto and Ottawa. It offers refreshed accommodations, complimentary breakfast, high-speed WiFi, and 24/7 amenities. Port Hope is recognized for its historic architecture and proximity to Cobourg Beach. Paul Cahill, Marriott's COO for Canada, highlights this expansion as a step to enhance Marriott's hospitality with comfort and convenience.

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