LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 163

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CoStar: U.S. Hotel Industry Reports Positive Year-Over-Year Comparisons

🔔 U.S. hotel industry saw year-over-year gains as of Aug. 24, 2024, with a national occupancy rate of 66.1% (up 1.7%), Average Daily Rate (ADR) at $154.80 (up 2.7%), and Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) reaching $102.30 (a 4.5% increase). Houston led top markets with a 31.7% occupancy increase to 76.1%. Chicago, hosting the Democratic National Convention, experienced the highest ADR growth of 41.8% to $215.60 and RevPAR surge of 51.1% to $156.32. In contrast, Las Vegas and Nashville faced RevPAR declines of 14.2% to $112.09 and 11.3% to $96.11, respectively.

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Curator Hotel & Resort Collection Partners With PressReader

📰 Bethesda, Maryland—Curator Hotel & Resort Collection partnered with PressReader, offering hotel guests access to over 7,000 publications worldwide. The digital newsstand integration at member hotels promotes sustainability and provides guests with unlimited reading material in multiple languages during their stay, accessible through hotels’ WiFi via the PressReader app or website. The partnership provides Curator members with competitive annual service fees, readership data, and a reporting dashboard.

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Tavernetta Vail to Open at Four Seasons Resort Vail in Winter 2024

🍴 Frasca Hospitality Group and Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail will open Tavernetta Vail in winter 2024. The partnership aims to deliver an unmatched culinary experience in Vail, Colorado. Tavernetta Vail, inspired by its Denver namesake, will feature Italian cuisine, an all-Italian wine list, and a distinct spirits and digestif program. Studio Collective OZ Architects directs a comprehensive renovation of the space, enhancing it with natural materials and details reflecting Italian architect Gio Ponti. The renovation includes a new bar, lounge areas, booth seating, and a private dining room. This restaurant opening is part of Four Seasons Resort Vail's enhancements, including a reimagined spa, updated suites, and a Ski Concierge.

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HomeTowne Studios Tampa – Airport Opens

🏨 In Tampa, Florida, Red Roof opened HomeTowne Studios Tampa – Airport with Dhruv Management, featuring 124 extended-stay suites, modern amenities, and designed for long-term stays. The hotel showcases a new prototype for updated guestroom aesthetics and operational efficiency. Dhruv Management and Dhruv Development are constructing another HomeTowne Studios in Bradenton and plan four more properties. The Tampa hotel is strategically located near major attractions and airports TPA and PIE.

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This Week’s Comings & Goings

📈 Linda Vallner appointed VP for EMEA at Cloudbeds, previously COO at dailypoint. Matt Greene returns to Hard Rock Hotel San Diego as Managing Director, served as GM 2008-2011. Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort names Richard Elliott as GM, former GM of Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach and Park Hyatt St. Kitts. Nicholas Kuhns becomes GM of Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows, overseeing operations. Dan Fitzgerald assigned as Complex Commercial Director for Conrad Punta de Mita and Hilton Los Cabos. Jose Tibbitts promoted to Executive Chef at InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco. Jake Leslie appointed Director of Food and Beverage at The Chancery Rosewood, formerly at Caesars Palace. Chileno Bay Resort announces Orli del Angel as Executive Chef, Yvan Mucharraz as Culinary Experiences Director, and Santiago Canseco as Director of Food and Beverage.

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IHG Develops New InterContinental Orlando to Open in 2028

🏠 IHG Hotels & Resorts is partnering with Flag Luxury Group and Unicorp National Developments to open the InterContinental Orlando in 2028. The property will be located on Orlando's International Drive and will feature 700 guestrooms, including 84 suites. It will offer five restaurants and bars, a 15,000 square foot spa, fitness center, pool, and roughly 106,000 square feet of meeting and event space. InterContinental Orlando will join over 220 existing InterContinental Hotels and will be the brand's third location in Florida.

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Choice Hotels Shares Details of First SOAR Program Contract

🏨 Choice Hotels International announced the first contract under the SOAR program with Damon Healey of Eternal Companies for converting two Georgia hotels to Suburban Studios, opened May 30. Suburban Studios Columbus Bradley Park has 92 rooms, and Suburban Studios Macon North has 73 rooms. In 2023, Choice's SOAR program signed 28 new franchises, including 9 with African American and 17 with female entrepreneurs. HERtels by Choice, since 2021, has led to 59 female-owned hotels.

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The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach Launches Sky Collection

🏝 The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach introduced its Sky Suite Collection, including a new Sky Penthouse, in 2024. The penthouse, on floors 37-38 and rooftop, features 2,191 square feet, 4.5 bathrooms, a private media room, and a rooftop deck with a pool and hot tub. The Sky Four-Bedroom Suite offers 2,988 square feet and sleeps up to 10. Guests of the Sky Suite Collection receive amenities like roundtrip airport transfer and a dedicated concierge. The resort has enhanced its infinity pools and offers a new skincare attendant service at the pools.

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Sage Hospitality Adds Mercantile Dining & Provision to Portfolio

🍽 Sage Hospitality Group acquired Mercantile Dining & Provision in Denver, Colorado, joining over 50 venues under Sage Restaurant Concepts. Mercantile, opening in 2014, is set for a 2025 renovation. The restaurant accommodates 108 guests plus 75 outdoors. Chef Alex Seidel partners with Sage, focusing on comfort food with a modern twist. Sage COO Justin Fowler oversees operations with Seidel's culinary team, aiming for growth and culinary excellence.

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AAA: Seattle Remains Top Labor Day Weekend Destination

🌍 Seattle, Washington, saw a 30% increase as the top Labor Day weekend destination; domestic travel up 9% and international down 4% from last year. Gas prices averaged $3.81, currently about $3.50. Travel costs: domestic down 2%, international up 11%. Top destinations include Anchorage, Alaska, and European cities. INRIX advises avoiding peak traffic times Thursday and Friday afternoon/evening, suggests morning travel or Saturday afternoon, and early Sunday or Labor Day departures to dodge congestion.

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