LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 69

IHG's Garner Hotels Achieves Milestone with 100 Global Openings, Fastest Brand Expansion in Company History

📍 Garner, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, hit 100 global hotels, making it IHG's fastest scaling brand. In 2025, 32 signings and 23 openings were achieved in the Americas, including the first in Mexico. In EMEAA, 43 hotels opened, fueled by a 2024 NOVUM Hospitality deal. Debuts occurred in Italy, Türkiye, the UK, and Japan (three in Osaka, one in Kyoto). The brand also entered Southeast Asia with a Thailand hotel and made five signings in India.

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Ascend Collection Surpasses 500 Properties Milestone with New Openings in Florida and New York

🏨 Ascend Collection, part of Choice Hotels, reached its 500th property milestone with openings in Downtown Hollywood, Florida, and Seneca Falls, New York. The Harrison Hotel offers 95 rooms and amenities, while The Gould Hotel has 48 rooms in a historic setting. As of March 2, 2026, the brand has a 70-property pipeline, expanding in Europe, Canada, Africa, and Latin America. A partnership with SSAW Hotels in China will add 9,500 rooms.

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G6 Hospitality Partners with Fort Worth Police to Host Safety Seminar for Franchisee Hotels in Texas

🛌 G6 Hospitality partnered with Fort Worth Police Department to host a seminar in Dallas, Texas, focusing on safety in hospitality. Held in January 2026, franchisees from Fort Worth attended sessions on human trafficking, narcotics, nuisance abatement, and inspections. CEO Sonal Sinha emphasized safety and local collaboration. Officers like Jentry Cotton highlighted crime reduction. Attendees, including Kenny Patel and Nick Prajapati, found the training on narcotics and code compliance insightful for improving safety at their hotels.

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Host Hotels & Resorts Reports 2025 Industry Data Showing Women Hold 30% of Leadership Roles, 25% at Chief Level

📈 In 2025, women held about 30% of leadership roles in the lodging industry, with near parity at the director level (50%) but only 25% in chief positions and less than 30% of board seats. At Host Hotels, women make up 57% of the workforce and 46% of managerial roles. The Women's Network and initiatives like AHLA's FORWARD support leadership growth. Looking ahead to 2026, continued diversity efforts are seen as strategic advantages for better business outcomes.

Wyndham's Trademark Collection Reaches 100 Open Hotels in U.S., Expands to Nearly 350 Globally

📍 Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, headquartered in Parsippany, NJ, has reached over 100 Trademark Collection hotels in the U.S. since 2017, doubling its domestic portfolio in five years. Globally, nearly 350 hotels are open, with 100 more planned. Notable U.S. properties include The Galt House in Louisville and MB Hotel in Miami Beach. International expansions include sites in Singapore, Phuket, Porto, Mexico City, and Bucerías. These hotels retain independence while benefiting from Wyndham's global platform.

Canary Technologies Launches F&B Mobile Ordering, Boosting Hotel Revenue by 30% with Direct Guest Orders

📱 In March 2026, Canary Technologies in San Francisco launched F&B Mobile Ordering to enhance hotel food and beverage operations. This tool allows guests to order from their devices, boosting F&B revenue by 30% through larger checks and higher order volumes. Integrated with major Property Management and Point of Sale systems, the solution simplifies ordering and has been in beta testing for six months, addressing inefficiencies and catering to the rise of food delivery app competition.

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Sage Hospitality Group Assumes Management of 208-Room The Ben, Autograph Collection in West Palm Beach, Florida

🏨 Sage Hospitality Group now manages The Ben, Autograph Collection, a 208-room hotel in West Palm Beach, Florida, acquired by Related Ross. Opened in 2020, The Ben offers a rooftop lounge, a heated outdoor pool, two restaurants, and over 17,000 square feet of event space. Situated by Palm Harbor Marina, it’s near Clematis Street and downtown attractions. Sage aims to enhance this vibrant, design-centric property’s guest experience as part of its experiential hospitality focus.

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Westin Crystal City Reopens After Comprehensive Renovation, Featuring 223 Redesigned Rooms and New Dining Options

📍 Arlington, Virginia—Westin Crystal City reopens end of the month after a property-wide renovation. Located near Crystal City Metro, one mile from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, offers 223 redesigned guestrooms and suites. Upgraded lobby, new restaurant, and enhanced meeting spaces. Features high-speed internet and HDTVs. General Manager Vikas Lalwani highlights Potomac River-inspired design. A new coffee bar, serving Commonwealth Joe, enriches guest experience. Complimentary airport shuttle ensures connectivity.

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Phoenix Hotel Industry Generates $7.2 Billion Annually, Supporting Over 42,000 Jobs and $1.1 Billion in Tax Revenue

📈 Phoenix hotels generate $7.2 billion in economic activity and support 42,237 jobs, providing $627.9 million in wages. Hotel guests contribute $4 billion annually, equating to $641 per room night. The sector delivers $1.1 billion in tax revenue: $538.7 million federal, $260.3 million state, and $257.2 million local. Phoenix hosts 25,164 guest rooms, selling 6.5 million room nights yearly across 168 properties, with 2,312 additional rooms in development.

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In 2025, UAE Lodging Industry Notably Increased Women in Leadership Roles Through Merit-Based Growth and Mentorship Programs

📈 2025 saw progress for women in leadership in the UAE hospitality industry, with more women stepping into these roles. Companies focused on merit-based growth, inclusive policies, and mentorship programs. Career highlights for Bhavna Tanwani include managing strategic projects in Dubai and building trusted client relationships. Looking to 2026, expectations include more women in senior roles, supported by mentorship and flexible work models, enhancing diversity and inclusion in hospitality.

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