Tatiana Valenzuela - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 7

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Extended Stay America opens near Jacksonville Airport in Florida

🏨 Extended Stay America opened its Premier Suites Jacksonville Airport, a four-story, 124-room hotel, three miles from Jacksonville International Airport, Florida, developed by TMGOC Ventures and Willow Street Capital. It offers amenities for extended stays, including free wi-fi, breakfast, and kitchen-equipped suites. This expansion reflects Jacksonville’s growth in medical, logistics, and aviation sectors.

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Jumeirah Thanda Safari welcomes new GM

🌳 Jumeirah appoints Xander Labuschagne as general manager of Jumeirah Thanda Safari in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province, managing a 16,500-hectare reserve. Xander's extensive 20+ years in hospitality includes roles in South Africa, Botswana, UAE, and Europe. The reserve features wildlife experiences and conservation efforts, with 90% local staff. Jumeirah Thanda Safari launched in December 2024 alongside Jumeirah Thanda Island in Tanzania, marking Jumeirah's African market entry, accessible via Durban's King Shaka International Airport.

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Avion Hospitality to manage DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Campbell Centre in Dallas

🏨 Avion Hospitality will manage the 300-room DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Dallas – Campbell Centre, marking its 11th hotel in Texas. A multi-million-dollar renovation will revamp guest rooms, public spaces, and 11,600 square feet of event space. The hotel is located 6 miles north of Downtown Dallas. Founded in 2022, Avion specializes in full-service and luxury properties. CEO Robert Burg expressed excitement about enhancing this iconic Dallas skyline feature.

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GHL Hoteles takes a green leap with first sustainability report

🌳 GHL Hoteles, aiming for eco-friendliness in Latin America, released its first sustainability report at Sheraton Bogota Hotel. GHL operates 61 hotels in nine countries, with 100% certified under ISO 20141, ISO 45001, and GMP standards. In 2024, it achieved a 6.18% carbon footprint reduction, planting over 6,000 trees and reducing energy use by 3.41%. GHL targets a 15% carbon footprint reduction by 2030 and 100% gender pay parity by 2030. Notable awards include the AIM2Flourish Award for BIOHOTEL Organic Suites.

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Waikīkī Beach Marriott Resort & Spa appoints new GM

🏖️ Waikīkī Beach Marriott Resort & Spa appoints Mark Weatherill as general manager. With 40+ years in hospitality, Weatherill aims to enhance guest experiences. He started with Marriott in 1984 and recently managed The Westin in Houston through a 36-month renovation. The resort, featuring 1,307 rooms, is located in Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii, near Waikiki Beach.

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Accor appoints Marriott exec Ranju Alex as CEO for South Asia

📈 Ranju Alex has been appointed as CEO for Accor in South Asia, which includes India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. She previously served 14 years at Marriott International, most recently as regional vice president for South Asia, overseeing 170 hotels. Accor aims to expand to 300 hotels by 2030, currently operating over 70 with 30 more in development. This move is part of their joint venture with InterGlobe to consolidate their business in the region.

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Omni announces chief creative officer

🏨 Laura Trussel McKoy becomes chief creative officer of Omni Hotels & Resorts. She joined Omni in February 2007 and has been pivotal in shaping its design identity. Previously, she held roles at CNL Hotels in Orlando and BBGM Architects in Washington, D.C. McKoy's new role involves leading interior design for renovations and new developments, enhancing Omni’s creative vision, and collaborating with Marketing and Operations. Her nearly 20-year tenure includes founding the Omni Design Studio.

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Ashford Hospitality Trust sells two hotels totaling $33M

💸 Ashford Hospitality Trust sold two properties: Hilton Houston NASA Clear Lake in Houston, Texas for $27 million, and Residence Inn Evansville East in Evansville, Indiana for $6 million. The combined sale price represents a 1.3% capitalization rate and 45.3 times EBITDA when adjusted for capital expenditures, or 2% capitalization and 28.1 times EBITDA excluding it. These sales aim to improve debt metrics and cash flow, with similar future sales anticipated.

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Hotel duo Thompson Austin and tommie Austin add new GM

🏨 Christina Fry has been appointed as the general manager of the Thompson Austin and tommie Austin hotels. With 13 years in hospitality, Fry has a history with Hyatt, most recently as general manager of Andaz West Hollywood. Opened in 2022, Thompson Austin has 212 rooms and suites, while tommie Austin offers 193 king bed rooms. Both hotels share amenities like a 6,000-square-foot gym, sports simulator, rooftop pool, and dining options.

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DoveHill acquires Maine’s White Barn Inn

🏠 Real estate investment group DoveHill acquired the historic White Barn Inn in Kennebunk, Maine, part of Auberge Resorts. Opened in the 1970s, it's 90 minutes from Boston and comprises 13 rooms, 8 junior suites, 1 studio suite, 5 cottage suites, and "The Cora Houseboat." The inn is famous for its luxury spa and culinary excellence. DoveHill, through its Opportunity Fund 2, targets unique, irreplaceable properties, focusing on iconic and high-barrier-to-entry markets. Auberge Resorts will continue management.

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