Lodging

Taking It To The Top: DHL's Hunt Enhances Hotel Program Through Ownership, Management Co. NegotiationsBy Michael B. Baker

Buyers who hit a brick wall when negotiating with hotel chains and multibrand hotel companies often overlook a third source that can improve their final... KEEP READING

The average daily rate at Extended Stay America properties increased 5.7 percent year over year to $55.39 during the first quarter,

The average daily rate at Extended Stay America properties increased 5.7 percent year over year to $55.39 during the first quarter, the company reported... KEEP READING

Marriott International's Ritz-Carlton brand plans "aggressive growth," with 15 new hotels expected to open during the next 30 months, largely in the Asia/Pacific and Middle East/Africa regions,

Marriott International's Ritz-Carlton brand plans "aggressive growth," with 15 new hotels expected to open during the next 30 months, largely... KEEP READING

Oakwood CFO Outlines Joint-Venture Development PlansBy Michael B. Baker

Oakwood Worldwide plans to aggressively expand the serviced apartment model in the United States through its newly formed joint venture with... KEEP READING

The average daily rate at InterContinental Hotels Group properties increased 1.9 percent year over year during the first quarter,

The average daily rate at InterContinental Hotels Group properties increased 1.9 percent year over year during the first quarter, the company reported... KEEP READING

Lanyon Plans Cloud Integration Of Passkey's GroupMaxBy Sarah Beauchamp

The incorporation of Passkey's GroupMax booking technology into Lanyon's Smart Events Cloud will allow the hospitality and meetings technology provider... KEEP READING

Marriott: Economic Optimism Boosts Q1 Business, Group TravelBy Michael B. Baker

Marriott International executives reported a "broad optimism" among their corporate clients, which has contributed to a rebound in group business, they... KEEP READING

Hyatt Sees Opportunity To Boost Group Hotel RatesBy Michael B. Baker

Strengthening corporate group demand has put Hyatt Hotels Corp. in a position to push for group rate increases, president and CEO Mark Hoplamazian said... KEEP READING

Serviced apartment supplier Oakwood Worldwide plans to open during the next five years more than 100 properties globally

Serviced apartment supplier Oakwood Worldwide plans to open during the next five years more than 100 properties globally via a joint venture with... KEEP READING

Pegasus Data Shows Uptick In Q1 GDS Hotel Reservations, ADRBy Michael B. Baker

Worldwide hotel booking volume through global distribution systems during the first quarter increased 2.8 percent year over year, and the average daily... KEEP READING

The average daily rate at Choice Hotels International's U.S. properties during the first quarter increased 1.1 percent year over year to $69.63,

The average daily rate at Choice Hotels International's U.S. properties during the first quarter increased 1.1 percent year over year to $69.63, the... KEEP READING

STR Global: Average March Americas, EMEA Hotel Rates IncreaseBy Michael B. Baker

March average hotel daily rates, as measured in U.S. dollars, increased year over year in all global regions except for the Asia/Pacific region,... KEEP READING

Peninsula Broadens Hotel Footprint, Upgrades TechnologyBy Michael B. Baker

Hong Kong – Luxury hotel brand Peninsula is entering the European market in August with a new Paris property as it enhances the technology offerings in... KEEP READING

The average daily rate at Wyndham Hotel Group properties increased 0.7 percent year over year to $66.15 during the first quarter,

The average daily rate at Wyndham Hotel Group properties increased 0.7 percent year over year to $66.15 during the first quarter, the company reported... KEEP READING

Corporate Demand Provides 'Bright Spot' In Starwood Q1 ResultsBy Michael B. Baker

Strong corporate transient and group demand helped boost average daily rates and occupancy at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide properties globally... KEEP READING

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