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Market Reports
Jin Jiang International to Open Liangdu Jin Jiang Hotspring International Hotel in China in Q2 2014
Jin Jiang International Hotel Management Company Ltd. | July 26, 2013
SHANGHAI, July 26, 2013 -- Jin Jiang International Hotel Management Company officially announces the securing of the management contract of Liangdu Jin Jiang Hotspring International Hotel with Liangdu Hotel Management Co. Ltd. The hotel is scheduled to open at the end of May, 2014. Liangdu Jin Jiang Hotspring International Hotel is located in the prefecture level municipality, Liupanshui City in Western Guizhou Province, Southwest China. It is connected to the West with Yunnan Province and to the East with Anshun City. Also known as 'Cool City,' Liupanshui is a rapidly developing industrial city and one of the most important resource de...
Felix Llibre Named as Director of National Accounts for Fontainebleau Miami Beach in Florida
Fontainebleau Miami Beach | July 23, 2013
Miami Beach, Fla. (July 23, 2013) - Fontainebleau Miami Beach announces the appointment of Felix Llibre to the position of Director of National Accounts. In this position, Llibre is responsible for maximizing revenue profitability of the iconic 1,504 room oceanfront hotel by leading the sales process, managing an existing base of prospects and growing market share for both single and multi-site new business opportunities. "Felix has an impressive track record of consistently exceeded sales goals," said Scott Flexman, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Fontainebleau Miami Beach. "We're excited to have Felix join the Fontainebleau tea...
Euro Building Hotel Group Debuts in the U.S. with the Opening of 133-room EB Hotel Miami in Florida
EB Hotel Miami | July 22, 2013
Miami, FL - (July 21, 2013) - A uniquely appointed luxury hotel geared specifically for the frequent business traveler, the 133-room EB Hotel Miami opened its doors this summer, welcoming business travelers who fly through Miami every day. Just a few steps from Miami International Airport, the new EB Hotel Miami aims to bring a modern luxury hotel experience to the business traveler. Featuring cutting-edge design, personalized service, world class dining, modern conveniences and contemporary amenities, the EB Hotel Miami is the first property to open in the US market. Part of the Eurobuilding Hotel Group, which owns and operates several...
Thoughts from the Golf Industry Show: Part Three of Three, By Darius Hatami
Darius Hatami | July 16, 2013
July 2013 - The following is the last in a three-part series that examines the state of the Golf Industry today. The first article explores the history, brings readers an understanding of issues challenging the industry, and provides some context for readers. The second article explores the impacts to Golf Facility Financials and Value, while the third article looks to the future of the industry, and the issues that will shape its financial health moving forward. Credit must be given to the large number of industry professionals at the show who were speakers, and whose thoughts, ideas and concerns I am liberally using. These insights ar...
Fred Khoury Appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing for the Viceroy Miami in Florida
Viceroy Miami | July 15, 2013
MIAMI, Fla. - (July 15, 2013) - Viceroy Miami recently appointed Fred Khoury as Director of Sales and Marketing. In this position, he will oversee sales, reservations, events, marketing and public relations teams for the hotel. Specializing in hotel openings and repositioning, Khoury joins the Viceroy staff after a career in Chicago as opening Director of Sales and Marketing for the first Radisson Blu Hotel in the U.S. Prior to his position at Radisson Blu Hotel, Khoury served as Director of Sales at Hard Rock Chicago, where he oversaw individual and group sales, as well as catering. He also spent seven years with Hyatt Hotels, most not...
Benchmark Hospitality Appoints Ragini Stearns Director of Sales for Naples Bay Resort in Florida
Naples Bay Resort | July 15, 2013
The Woodlands (Houston), Texas, July 15, 2013 ... Benchmark Hospitality International®, a leading U.S.-based hospitality management company, has appointed Ragini Stearns director of sales for Naples Bay Resort. Phillip Starling, general manager of the property, Benchmark's Personal Luxury Resort® located in Naples, Florida, made the announcement. "I am delighted to welcome Ragini to our resort," said Mr. Starling. "She is a seasoned sales professional who brings significant luxury experience and business contacts to our property." Ragini Stearns was previously senior sales manager for the Waldorf Astoria Orlando and the Hilton Orlando...
Sundy House in Delray Beach, Florida Appoints Marco Schlenz as General Manager
Sundy House | July 12, 2013
Delray Beach, FL, July 12, 2013 - Sundy House, an award-winning restaurant and boutique hotel located in Delray Beach, Florida, has named Marco Schlenz as the new General Manager. Schlenz most recently served as Director of Club Operations at St. Andrews Country Club in Boca Raton. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, Schlenz has served as the General Manager for both the President Country Club in West Palm Beach and the Dye Preserve Golf Club in Jupiter, Florida. For many years, Schlenz was Corporate Chef/Partner in Gastronomy, Inc., a six-restaurant concept that became the largest independent chain i...
Value Place Seeks Land, Plans to Develop Nine New Denver, Colorado Area Extended Stay Hotels
Value Place | July 12, 2013
WICHITA, Kan., July 12, 2013 -- Continuing a trend of rapid expansion across the U.S., Value Place plans to develop nine new extended stay corporate properties in the Denver area, with construction to start in early 2014. The company is working with Denver-based broker Steve Markey of David, Hicks & Lampert to explore possible sites and talk with landowners, brokers and commercial real estate firms (steve.markey@dhlb.com or 303.694.6082). Value Place plans to invest more than $63 million to build nine hotels, including about $13 million for land acquisition. The company can close immediately once a building permit is issued. Local f...
sbe Unveils Expansion Plans for Multiple SLS Hotels in China
sbe | July 12, 2013
SLS Hotels Brand to Debut Properties in Shanghai, Beijing, Wuxi, and Kunming by 2015 SHANGHAI - July 12, 2013 - sbe, an industry-leading hospitality, lifestyle and real estate development company, today announced the launch of its award-winning SLS Hotels brand into China at an exclusive event in Shanghai hosted by sbe President, Sam Bakhshandehpour. The announcement was made in collaboration with sbe's partner in its Chinese expansion, Palace Hospitality. SLS Hotels in China will feature an aesthetic composed by acclaimed hotelier and sbe Founder, Chairman and CEO Sam Nazarian and the SLS Hotels design team tailored for the Chinese ma...
Are Your Sustainability Initiatives Missing a Critical Component? A Perspective on Risk
Kevin A. Goldstein & HVS Sustainability Services | July 9, 2013
by Kevin A. Goldstein This article provides a perspective on key areas of risk relating to investment into utility efficiency projects and sustainability initiatives, and how owners / operators can minimize exposure during all phases of investment into their properties. Since re-launching our Sustainability practice in late 2011, HVS has contended that sustainability initiatives should focus on utility efficiency and be driven by the bottom line. We believe that a valid business case exists for numerous types of investments in building equipment and enhanced operating practices, and across the hospitality sector there are literally thou...
Owned by the Dalian Wanda Group, the 253-room DoubleTree by Hilton Chongqing-Wanzhou Opens in China
DoubleTree By Hilton | July 9, 2013
CHONGQING, Wanzhou, China, July 9, 2013 - DoubleTree by Hilton and Hilton Worldwide today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Chongqing-Wanzhou in China. The opening of the 22-story, 253-room hotel marks the first international full-service hotel brand to serve Wanzhou, known as the economic and transportation heart of Chongqing East. The hotel is operated by Hilton Worldwide and owned by the Dalian Wanda Group. "The opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Chongqing-Wanzhou is a pivotal moment in the tremendous growth and development of Wanzhou City, which is a vital hub of the Chongqing Municipality," said Bruce McKenzie, senior vice...
Serviced Apartments Sector Set to Grow Across Europe, According to HVS Report
HVS | July 9, 2013
July 9, 2013 - Serviced apartments are emerging as another growth sector across Europe, and one whose survival and expansion will depend on the concept appealing to an ever more cost-conscious consumer, according to a new report from HVS London. Straddling the traditional hotel stay and residential letting, serviced apartments are still a relatively new concept in Europe, despite the presence of international operators in the sector such as Accor and Marriott. At this week's inaugural Serviced Apartment Summit [8-9 July], being held at London's Andaz hotel, report co-author Arlett Oehmichen, director of HVS London, says that investors a...
Sercotel, the European Hotel Chain, Joins Hospitality Grapevine
Hospitality Grapevine | July 8, 2013
Hospitality Grapevine is excited to announce the addition of Sercotel, the European hotel chain, as part of the ever-expanding collection of Exclusive Hospitality Employee Travel Experiences. Industry professionals can now access Sercotel's collection of over 150 hotels and receive a discount in magnificent locations throughout Spain, Portugal, Colombia and Andorra. With a myriad of amenities and adventures including art, archeology, castles tours to water sports, golf and hiking experiences. This newest addition of offerings will enhance a European travel destination. To view the special Sercotel discounts and others, become a FREE mem...
White Lodging Assumes Management of Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton Inn in West Palm Beach, Florida
White Lodging Services Corporation | July 3, 2013
MERRILLVILLE, Ind., July 3, 2013 -- White Lodging is pleased to announce it has officially taken over the management of the Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton Inn hotels in West Palm Beach, Fl. The acquisition expands White Lodging's managed portfolio to 168 hotels, including 10 in Florida. "We are honored with the continued partnership and loyalty RLJ Lodging Trust has placed with White Lodging. These two additional hotels are now part of the 105 we manage for them," said Dave Sibley, President and CEO of White Lodging's Management Division. The hotels will be brought into the White Lodging portfolio under the leadership of Senior Regional ...
Chesapeake Hospitality Assumes Management of Hilton Garden Inn Fort Myers in Florida
Chesapeake Hospitality | July 3, 2013
GREENBELT, Md., July 3, 2013 -- Greenbelt, Md.-based Chesapeake Hospitality, one of the country's fastest growing third-party hotel management companies ranked in the top 50 largest independent U.S. operators, announced today that it has taken over management of the Hilton Garden Inn Fort Myers in Fort Myers, Fla. Kim Sims, president of Chesapeake Hospitality, made the announcement. Chesapeake's demonstrated expertise in managing property renovations will be critical to the immediate success of the hotel as the owners embark on a $3 million renovation project. Updates to the property will include a complete refresh of the 126 guest room...
EMEA Hotel Transaction Volumes Rise by 38% in the First 6 Months of 2013 Reports Jones Lang LaSalle
Jones Lang LaSalle | July 3, 2013
UK the most active transaction market with investment volumes equalling 41% of total EMEA volumes UK and France lead strong pickup in hotel transaction activity, particularly in Q1 2013. July 3, 2013 - Hotel investment volumes in H1 2013 in Europe, Middle East and Africa increased by 38% to €5.5 billion, when compared to H1 2012. This growth was primarily in Q1 2013 (+45%) and to some extent in Q2 2013 (+22%). The first half of 2013 re-emphasized the importance of Middle Eastern capital which almost tripled from €745 million in H1 2012 to €2.1 billion in H1 2013 (+282%). Key players were once again sovereign wealth funds from Qat...
Florida’s Fontainebleau Miami Beach Names Kevin Bryant as Director of Sales & Revenue Management
Fontainebleau Miami Beach | July 2, 2013
Miami Beach, Fla. (July 2, 2013) - Fontainebleau Miami Beach today announced the promotion of Kevin Bryant to the newly created position of Director of Sales & Revenue Management. Bryant joined Fontainebleau as Director of Revenue Management in 2007, becoming a key member of a sales team responsible for the re-launch of the iconic hotel following a $1 billion renovation. Bryant brings more than 16 years of hospitality experience to the position. In his new role, Bryant is responsible for maximizing the revenue profitability of the hotel by strategically managing the booking of guest rooms and meeting space. He directs a team comprised ...
Rim Hospitality to Manage the 140-room Aloft Denver Downtown Slated to Open in July 2014
Rim Hospitality | July 2, 2013
Newport Beach, Calif. - (July 2, 2013) - Rim Hospitality, one of the leading hotel management companies in North America, has added Aloft Denver Downtown, a ninth Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., property, to its growing portfolio. Managed by Rim Hospitality, the hotel is slated to open in July 2014 and will feature 140 spacious loft-like rooms, leading-edge technology and an energetic social atmosphere. "We are thrilled to expand our growing footprint in Denver and within Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.," stated Mark LeBlanc, senior vice president of development at Rim Hospitality. "We are honored to welcome...
European Budget Brands Face New Competition from Growth of Improved Hostel Offer, Says HVS Report
HVS | July 1, 2013
July 1, 2013 - Hotel groups straddling both the hostel and hotel markets are likely to emerge as new investment opportunities and become viable alternatives to budget hotels, according to a new report from global hotel consultancy HVS London. The report, The Sharing Market: Commercial Hostels in Europe, outlines the growing popularity of hostels and a movement by larger operators into this segment with hostels sitting alongside their more traditional hotel offer. The trend is typified by the recent takeover of Meininger by Cox & Kings, an acquisition designed to create a leading hotel group across the hotel and hostel market. "UK ho...
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is Set to Open the 424-room Shangri-La Hotel, Shenyang in China
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts | June 27, 2013
HONG KONG, June 27, 2013 -- Shenyang's Imperial Palace is the inspiration for one of Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts' newest mainland China properties. The Hong Kong-based hotel company is preparing to debut a new five-star hotel in the historic city of Shenyang, which is home to the only other existing royal palace in mainland China after the Forbidden City in Beijing. Shangri-La Hotel, Shenyang will open along the city's "Golden Corridor" on 1 August, in time to host sports "royalty" during the 12th China National Sports Games being held there in September. Shangri-La has created one of its luxury oases to care for travellers in Shenyan...
Carlos Rodriguez of Driftwood Hospitality Talks Hotel Expansion in Miami-Dade, Florida
June 24, 2013
June 24, 2013--Carlos J. Rodriguez has been working in the hotel business in Miami-Dade for 17 years, so he's seen several boom-and-bust cycles. He formed Cardel Hotels in Miami in 1996, a company that merged with North Palm Beach-based Driftwood Hospitality Management 10 years ago. As executive vice president and partner at Driftwood Hospitality Management, Rodriguez is now overseeing a new booming period. Driftwood, a North Palm Beach business with an office in Coral Gables, designs, develops, staffs and manages hotels around the country and in Costa Rica. The company has plans to enter the Canadian market with a joint venture as well...
HVS Beijing Releases the China Hotel Investment Watch 2013: A China Overview
HVS | June 11, 2013
June 11, 2013 - HVS Beijing has announced the publication of the China Hotel Investment Watch 2013: A China Overview. HVS Beijing has announced the publication of the China Hotel Investment Watch 2013: A China Overview. The annual bilingual publication highlights the latest tourism and hotel trends for the country. Based on extensive HVS research, the publication provides insight, observations and projections regarding the China hotel arena. Some HVS findings include: China's economic development strategies for the future will include policies concerning people's livelihood, fair distribution of social wealth, expansion of the middle cl...
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