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Castle Hill Inn Reopens in Newport, Rhode Island After Fire, Offers Expanded Amenities and Dining Options

🏠 Castle Hill Inn in Newport, Rhode Island reopened before Memorial Day Weekend following a fire earlier this year. A "Gathering of Gratitude" on May 21 honored first responders, construction crews, and the community. The main level of the Agassiz Mansion, including The Lawn Terrace and Aurelia at Castle Hill, is open. The second-floor spa and one guestroom are also available. Additional accommodations will open in early 2027. Guests enjoy 40 acres of activities including yacht charters and beach yoga.
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South Street Partners Acquires 249-Key Solé Miami Resort, Plans Upgrades to Elevate Guest Experience

🌴 South Street Partners acquired Solé Miami, a Noble House Resort, in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida. The 249-key condominium hotel features ocean and city views, four food and beverage outlets, a fitness center, and beachfront amenities. Planned upgrades aim to enhance the guest experience. Peter Lunenburg of South Street Partners and Sean Mullen of Noble House express confidence in the resort's potential in the high-growth Sunny Isles sub-market.
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Mews Partners with Uber to Integrate Ride Booking and Real-Time Tracking into Hotel Management System

🚘 Mews and Uber have partnered to integrate ride booking, real-time tracking, and billing into the Mews platform for hotels in Amsterdam and San Francisco. Uber's GO-GET 2026 initiative includes this step, allowing hotels to offer rides as part of guest stays. Features include staff-initiated ride booking, live tracking, and automatic billing. The integration aims to enhance guest experience and will launch a pilot this year. Further details will be shared with customers prior to the launch.
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Dreamscape Hospitality Assumes Management of Delta Hotels by Marriott Ontario Airport in California, Expanding Its Portfolio

🏨 Dreamscape Hospitality has taken over management of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Ontario Airport in Ontario, California. With proximity to Ontario International Airport and the Ontario Convention Center, the hotel features guestrooms, meeting spaces, a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Adam Patenaude, President of Dreamscape, emphasizes enhancing performance and guest experience. The takeover signifies Dreamscape's commitment to maintaining the Delta Hotels by Marriott brand standards.
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HSMAI Foundation Report Highlights AI Literacy Gap in Hospitality Education and Workforce Preparedness

📈 HSMAI Foundation's report, "Case Study: The Future Talent Pipeline," was released in McLean, Virginia, focusing on generative AI in hospitality. Students rated AI task confidence at 3.24/5 but academic preparation at 2.78/5. Only 16% used AI in job searches, highlighting a recruitment-expectation gap. The study stresses structured AI literacy for hospitality organizations. Brian Hicks, HSMAI CEO, and Amanda Voss, HSMAI Foundation Chair, emphasized AI's role in operational readiness. Report authored by Michael J. Goldrich, Vivander Advisors.
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Dexter Hotel Opens in Elk Rapids, Michigan with 29 Rooms and Noble Lounge Overlooking Lake Michigan

🏨 Elk Rapids, Michigan, witnessed the opening of the Dexter Hotel, a 29-room property designed by Shore North Development and Kinship Hospitality, near Traverse City. Known for its custom Michigan-made furnishings and decor, the hotel incorporates local artistry and craftsmanship. Its Noble Lounge offers a culinary and drink experience led by Beverage Director Anthony DiMaria and Executive Chef John Korycki, featuring seasonal Northern Michigan ingredients. The project emphasizes regional design collaboration and hospitality innovation.
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Amadeus Report Identifies Lead Quality and AI Adoption as Key Drivers for 2026 Hotel Sales Growth

📈 In 2026, Amadeus research surveyed over 315 global hotel and venue sales leaders, revealing key challenges in group and corporate sales. Lead quality was crucial for growth, with 63% citing demand and 60% pointing to third-party channels. Corporate meetings were the top growth opportunity, favored by 70% of leaders. Simplifying RFPs and sales technology focused on ease of use were essential. AI adoption was at 86%, enhancing proposal personalization and market insights.
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Dreamscape Hospitality Takes Over Management of Homewood Suites Hartford South-Glastonbury in Connecticut

🏨 Dreamscape Hospitality, based in Dallas, Texas, has taken over management of the Homewood Suites Hartford South-Glastonbury. Located in Glastonbury, Connecticut, the all-suite hotel offers access to downtown Hartford. Features include spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens, complimentary breakfast, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities are WiFi, EV charging stations, and pet-friendly accommodations. Under new management, the focus will be on operational excellence and guest satisfaction while maintaining brand standards.
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Portman Acquires 1,073-Key Westin Peachtree Plaza in Atlanta, Plans Renovation Before Super Bowl 2028

🏨 Portman acquired the Westin Peachtree Plaza, a 1,073-room hotel in downtown Atlanta, Georgia, from Marriott International. Originally designed by John C. Portman, Jr., the 73-story tower opened in 1976. Portman plans a comprehensive renovation, targeting completion by Super Bowl LXII in 2028. The building, rising 723 feet, remains under Marriott's management. Portman aims to leverage its integrated platform for design, development, and operations to enhance the hotel's value.
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Stay Cal Hospitality Opens 51-Room Voco Ardez Hotel Sunnyvale by IHG, Built to LEED Gold Standards

🏨 Stay Cal Hospitality launched the voco Ardez Hotel Sunnyvale by IHG in Sunnyvale, California. This 51-room hotel, inspired by nature, includes a living moss wall and a glass wine cellar. It adheres to LEED Gold standards, featuring recycled-material bedding and sustainable amenities. The hotel offers a craft cocktail lounge, a golf simulator suite, and is strategically located near Silicon Valley employers and San Jose International Airport for easy access to local attractions.
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