LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 130

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Peachtree Group Breaks Ground on Residence Inn by Marriott in San Antonio

📌 Peachtree Group began construction on a 171-room studio-suite Residence Inn by Marriott in downtown San Antonio, Texas, set to open in Q2 2026. The project, located near the Riverwalk and the University of Texas at San Antonio, will serve tourists and business travelers. Peachtree has nine hotels open and five under construction in Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZs), focusing on economic impact. Merritt Development Group is constructing the hotel, designed with home-like amenities. In October, Peachtree started a 19-story, 264-room dual-branded hotel project in Uptown Dallas, opening in summer 2026.

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Amadeus: Delays, Cancellations, and Costs Cause Friction for U.S. Travelers

🛫 In 2024, Amadeus' U.S. traveler survey "Friction Removed" revealed that 68% of travelers are distressed by delays/cancellations, 50% by travel costs, 47% by planning for multiple people, and 46% by airport security. Business travelers experience more frustration than leisure travelers, with 44% troubled by price comparison and 45% by accommodation options. Gen Z travelers, at 49%, find route scheduling stressful, versus 35% of those 65+. Technology is seen as a solution, with 89% valuing planning apps and 86% favoring automatic rebooking and digital tracking. Leisure travelers desire human interaction, especially for family and accessibility trips (47%), and during airport and hotel processes (44-43%). Amadeus emphasizes technology and collaboration to reduce travel friction.

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My Place Hotel-Tucson North Marana/Cortaro Opens

🏡 My Place Hotels of America opened My Place Hotel-Tucson North Marana/Cortaro in Tucson, Arizona, marking the brand's 74th property in the United States. Owned by Opwest Partners and managed by Legacy Management, the 86-key hotel features desert-inspired façade, kitchenettes, lobby coffee service, and a 24-hour market. Located near Continental Ranch Business Park and Retail Center as well as Arizona Pavilions Plaza, it's a 30-minute drive to Saguaro National Park. Ryan Rivett, CEO, highlights its potential for both business and leisure travelers.

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This Week’s Comings & Goings

📋 John Luckett returns to Kessler as president of hospitality, expanding on his 15-year tenure. Tiffany Cooper is appointed head of development for Americas by Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. Jason Caughron takes charge as dual general manager for Courtyard Atlanta Midtown and Element Atlanta Midtown. Limelight Denver names Kim Corrigan as general manager, bringing over 30 years of experience. Simon A. Fricker joins Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows as general manager with two decades of experience. Full House Resorts, Inc. hires Jeff Michie as VP and general manager of Rising Star Casino Resort. Royal Sonesta New Orleans appoints Adrienne Breaux as director of sales and marketing. Mary Beth Seamands is named as director of sales and marketing by The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa. Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa welcomes Gerry Trumper as director of engineering. Central Romana Corporation appoints Jason Kycek as chief marketing officer. Terranea Resort adds Louis Gonzalez and Ador Bustamante to its executive team. Hawks Cay Resort introduces a new meetings and events team including Joshua Torai, Elise Gertenbach, Marissa Salway, Kimberly Hanna, and Marisela Baraniewicz.

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Royal Palm South Beach Miami Welcomes Pivot as Manager

🏠 Pivot, part of Davidson Hospitality Group, to manage the 393-room Royal Palm South Beach Miami, a Tribute Portfolio Resort, featuring two pools, a fitness center, five dining outlets, and nearly 8,000 square feet of event space. Comprehensive renovation planned for 2025. The group also operates 22 other properties in Florida, including the Key West Historic Inns and Eden Roc Miami Beach.

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STR, TE Downgrade U.S. Hotel Forecast in Final Revision of 2024

💰 In Nashville, STR and Tourism Economics downgraded the 2024 U.S. hotel forecast, with the ADR and RevPAR growth rates dropping to +1.5% and +1.4%, respectively. Occupancy decreased to 62.9%, a 0.1 percentage point drop. The 2025 forecast sees occupancy downgraded by 0.4 percentage points, with ADR and RevPAR growing by +1.6% and +1.8%. Despite fluctuating outlooks due to economic conditions, luxury hotels are expected to perform well, with GOP and EBITDA margins slightly improving year over year and nearing 2019 levels by 2025.

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Extended Stay America Premier Suites – Asheville Opens

🏠 Extended Stay America Premier Suites in Asheville, North Carolina, developed by the TGC Group, announces opening. The 108-room, four-story hotel features WiFi, breakfast, cable, 24-hour fitness, pet area, and outdoor patio. Suites include kitchens with full-size appliances and workspaces. Located near I-40 and I-26, 12 miles from Asheville Regional Airport, close to local businesses and attractions like Biltmore Estates and Asheville Art Museum. TGC Group previously developed properties in Madison, Alabama, and McDonough, Georgia. Extended Stay America has doubled its franchise owners over the past year.

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Hilton Garden Inn Cape Canaveral Celebrates Topping Out

🏖️ Hilton Garden Inn Cape Canaveral broke ground in March, scheduled to open in fall of 2025 by McKibbon Equities. Topping out ceremony celebrated, marking structural completion. Hotel to feature 156 guestrooms, 800 sq ft meeting space, and tiki-inspired restaurant. Amenities include fitness center, market, game room, outdoor pool, and social spaces. Managed by McKibbon Hospitality upon opening, with Certified General Contractors as the general contractor.

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Marriott: Global Travelers Are Planning More Trips for 2025

🏖 Marriott Bonvoy's 2025 research involved 21,374 adults across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, revealing that 42% plan more trips in 2025 compared to 2024, and 81% will travel the same amount. Forecasted are 2.3 domestic, 1.8 short-haul, and 1.4 long-haul holidays per person, totaling 5.5 holidays in 2025. Heritage holidays and "Bravecations" emerge as trends, with 36% having taken heritage trips, and 67% feeling braver on holiday. Use of AI for travel planning jumped from 26% to 41% in a year, with 72% considering environmental impact, up from 64%. Key accommodation factors are cleanliness (95%), price (92%), and location (91%); 65% prioritize sustainability, 47% pet-friendliness. “Getting a special price” motivates 52% of travelers for bookings, highlighting value-seeking behavior. Phil Andreopoulos of Marriott notes the strong travel desire and emerging trends like Bravecations, heritage holidays, savvy spending, AI travel planning, and sustainability.

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voco hotels Debuts in Atlanta With The Darwin Hotel Conversion

🌆 voco hotels opened voco The Darwin Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia, marking its first property in the city. The 111-room hotel showcases a half-century legacy and includes eco-friendly amenities like plant-based products and recycled material bedding. For leisure, guests can access an onsite dog park, cocktail bar, and a restaurant with Atlanta's Alon’s Bakery pastries. The hotel offers electric bicycle rentals for exploring local attractions. HVMG manages the hotel, adding to their portfolio of over 100 nationwide properties. Launched in 2018, voco aims to have over 200 hotels open globally by 2028, following recent and upcoming openings in Tucson, Mexico City, Cincinnati, and Laguna Hills.

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