Greening Traveler Behavior: Marsh & McLennan Partners With Suppliers To Reduce Environmental ImpactBy Michael B. BakerThrough collaboration with colleagues and his company's travel agency, booking tool provider and other travel suppliers, Marsh & McLennan Cos. regional... KEEP READING
Accor is accelerating the development of its upscale Pullman brand,STR Global: April Hotel Rate Increases Most Evident In The AmericasBy Michael B. BakerThe average daily hotel rate in April increased year over year in the Americas but declined or stayed about flat elsewhere, according to STR Global.... KEEP READING
Hotels Changing Internet Pricing RulesBy Michael B. BakerInterContinental Hotels Group's recent decision to make basic Internet access across all brands free to loyalty club members is a game-changer that... KEEP READING
April hotel bookings through global distribution system channels increased 8.8 percent year over year,Choice Hotels Allots $40 Million To Jumpstart Comfort Brand OverhaulBy Michael B. BakerChoice Hotels International is putting up $40 million to accelerate renovations across its Comfort Inn and Comfort Suites brands, the company announced... KEEP READING
Homewood Suites Debuts 'Cadillac' Of Redesign StandardsBy Michael B. BakerMemphis – Hilton upscale extended-stay brand Homewood Suites has begun a systemwide overhaul of its properties' public areas and guest amenities.... KEEP READING