LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 163

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Business Access by Marriott Bonvoy Launches for Small to Medium-Sized Businesses

💰 Marriott International launches Business Access by Marriott Bonvoy, a new online travel booking platform for small to medium-sized businesses. Available in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Caribbean, and Latin America, the program offers discounted rates on hotels, flights, rental cars, and rail within one multilingual tool. A global survey shows 75% of business travelers experience booking frustrations, with 58% preferring to book outside their companies’ platforms. The platform includes features like real-time reporting, expense management, and traveler safety monitoring, with plans to expand to other regions.

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Mumford Company Shares Sales Performance From H1 2024

🏨 Mumford Company, a hotel brokerage, reported a robust first half of 2024 sales performance, with several deals closing in Q2. Recent transactions encompass properties across the United States, including locations in Virginia, Mississippi, North Carolina, and Texas. Key assets sold range from Holiday Inn and TownePlace Suites to Best Western and Motel 6. With offices in Georgia, Illinois, Texas, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., Mumford Company's extensive industry relationships contribute to a strong pipeline for the remainder of the year.

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My Place Hotel-Mitchell, South Dakota, Opens

🏡 My Place Hotels of America opened the 72nd My Place Hotel in Mitchell, South Dakota, marking the seventh in the state. The hotel, developed by Mitchell Holdings, LLC, is managed by Venerts Hotel Management, Inc. This 63-key property features amenities like a 24-hour market, laundry, business center, and a grilling pavilion, plus it's pet-friendly with guest parking. Located near businesses, schools, and attractions such as the only Corn Palace, it reflects the brand's growth in its founding state.

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Coury Hospitality Promotes Jennifer Burgess-Wright to SVP, Marketing & Digital Strategy

📈 Jennifer Burgess-Wright promoted to Senior Vice President of Marketing and Digital Strategy at Coury Hospitality, Dallas, Texas. With a 17-year tenure, starting in 2007, and multiple advancements, including Vice President in 2023, she has shaped the brand's engagement and online presence. Her strategies have contributed to the company's industry recognition and strong community connections. Burgess-Wright's career began at Colcord Hotel, Oklahoma City, and has been pivotal in recent brand refresh initiatives.

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AHLA: 700 Hotel Jobs Were Added in June 2024

🏨 In June, U.S. hotels added 700 jobs, yet total hotel employment is down by 196,000 compared to February 2020, with current employment at 1.92 million, despite wages rising 26% post-pandemic. The AHLA calls for policies to expand the workforce, advocating for nearly 65,000 additional H-2B visas and supporting bills like H.R. 7574 and H.R. 4708 to address the 8.1 million job openings in the U.S. and enhance the hotel industry's recovery and staffing capabilities.

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CoStar: U.S. Hotel Industry Reports Higher Performance From the Previous Week

🏨 In the week of June 23-29, 2024, the U.S. hotel industry saw occupancy rise to 71.9% (3.2% increase), ADR to $162.81 (3.6% increase), and RevPAR to $117.13 (6.9% increase) compared to 2023. Minneapolis led with occupancy up 20.1% to 74.8%, ADR up 15.7% to $150.42, and RevPAR up 39.0% to $112.46, boosted by the U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials and Twin Cities Pride Parade. Meanwhile, New Orleans faced a RevPAR drop of 30.6% to $82.54.

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Coeur d’Alene Opens

🏨 In Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, Western States Lodging and Management (WSLM) announced the opening of TownePlace Suites by Marriott Coeur d’Alene. Located near the Spokane River and Lake Coeur d’Alene, the new extended-stay hotel is managed by WSLM under ownership with Garn Development. The property offers suites with kitchens, workstations, living areas, an indoor pool, hot tub, free breakfast, patio, and fitness center, emphasizing a ‘Personal Touch Culture’ for an exceptional guest experience.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Surpasses 100 Properties in Asia-Pacific

🎉 DoubleTree by Hilton has surpassed 100 properties in Asia-Pacific, driven by new openings in Indonesia, Japan, India, and China. The brand's expansion, particularly through its franchise model in Greater China, aims to cater to increasing demand for diverse travel experiences. With nearly 80 more properties in the pipeline and a goal to exceed 1,000 trading hotels in the region by 2025, Hilton is optimistic about growth, evidenced by recent signings like the first DoubleTree in Kochi, India.

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The Westin San Diego Bayview Completes Renovation

🏨 The Westin San Diego Bayview in California completed a $20 million renovation of 436 guestrooms and meeting spaces. Aimbridge Hospitality operates the property and managed the renovation with HVSDesign's creative input. The hotel offers city or bay views, and the revamp includes natural cork headboards with metallic sheen. Over 30,000 square feet of meeting spaces have been updated, catering to various events and group sizes.

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Springboard Hospitality Names John Mootz Corporate Director of Food and Beverage

🍴 John Mootz hired as the first corporate director of food and beverage at Springboard Hospitality in Los Angeles, California. Mootz, with 20+ years of experience, formerly VP of operations at Puccini Group, will enhance dining experiences across the company’s properties. Notable past collaborations include Kimpton Hotels and The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. Mootz’s previous tenure with Springboard Hospitality dates to 2019. CEO Ben Rafter anticipates new levels of creativity under Mootz’s direction.

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