Industry Insights Lodging Magazine

AUGUST 11, 2023

A couple of months after launching its new lower-midscale extended-stay brand concept, Marriott International has revealed that it will be known as StudioRes. Previously referred to as Project MidX Studios, the company debuted the new concept to media during the NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference. StudioRes is geared for customers who want smart, functional design at an affordable price, and for hotel owners seeking an efficient cost to build and low-cost operating mode

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Hotel Business

AUGUST 11, 2023

Marriott International Inc. has revealed the official name of its new midscale extended-stay brand. Previously referred to as Project MidX Studios when it was announced in June , the brand has been given the name StudioRes. According to Marriott, the new-build concept will consist of 124 keys and “is perfect for secondary and suburban markets with a concentration of class B multifamily.” The company said it already has 1,800 target markets identified in the U.S. and Canada.

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Hotel Owner

AUGUST 11, 2023

New London hotel, The BoTree, has announced it will welcome guests from Friday, 15 September and unveiled its new guestrooms. A Place III Hotel, The BoTree is located in the heart of London’s West End, standing at the point where Marylebone, Mayfair and Soho meet. The luxury hotel features 199 guestrooms, including 30 contemporary suites. Food and beverage offerings will include destination Italian restaurant LAVO and The BoTree Bar.

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Hotel Business

AUGUST 11, 2023

Global business travel and events costs are set to climb higher through the remainder of 2023 and into 2024, albeit at a much more moderate pace than the exceptionally steep increases seen in 2022. This is according to the 2024 Global Business Travel Forecast , released by CWT and the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA). Rising fuel prices, labor shortages and supply chain challenges, coupled with red hot demand, caused travel prices to skyrocket in 2022—far surpassing some of the increase

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AUGUST 11, 2023

Marine and Lawn has announced that it will be reopening the Slieve Donard hotel in Northern Ireland under its brand in September. The hotel was acquired by AJ Capital Partners in 2021 and becomes the first hotel in Northern Ireland for the brand. The 180-key hotel is located at the foot of the Slieve Donard mountain adjacent to the Royal County Down golf club in County Down.

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AUGUST 11, 2023

Tewkesbury Park has announced the promotion of Samantha Birch to the position of hotel manager. The promotion comes almost 11 years to the day since Birch joined the hotel. The firm said Birchhas “extensive knowledge” in all facets of business and operational management and her journey with Tewkesbury Park has been marked by her role as sales team manager for the past five years.

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 11, 2023

Best Western® Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of the Best Western Acadia Hotel, located at 9565 Egan Highway in Crowley, Louisiana. The hotel is owned by Om Shanti Om Seven LLC and features 49 well-appointed guestrooms.

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Hotel Owner

AUGUST 11, 2023

The Gresham Aparthotel Leicester has announced the appointment of Stavros Kavounidis as the new deputy general manager of the venue. Originally from Greece, where he studied business management and tourism at Athens University. He gained experience in hospitality from a very early age, as his family owned and operated a small hotel in Rhodes. Prior to working at The Gresham, he had worked with other hotelier brands such as IHG, as well as managed a large student accommodation complex.

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 11, 2023

The Conference on Rethinking Africa: Rethinking Tourism for Africa: Addressing global challenges; Promoting investment and partnerships brought expert African perspectives to global challenges, highlighting the need of investments towards a greener tourism sector and access to finance within the sector and the need to further strengthen public-private collaboration at every level.

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Hotel Owner

AUGUST 11, 2023

Ennismore has revealed it has begun negotiations with design and development group Landlab to bring a Mama Shelter hotel to Liverpool. Mama Shelter Liverpool will mark the brand’s first hotel outside of London, and will be located at the George Henry Lee building, formerly a John Lewis site. It is expected to open in 2025 following a £25m redevelopment.

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EATER

AUGUST 11, 2023

Cassandra Holmes. | Drew Arrieta A new deal with the city of East Phillips, Minneapolis could rehabilitate a former superfund site — and reinvigorate the members of the Little Earth of United Tribes who live there This story was originally published on Civil Eats. Cassandra Holmes got involved in environmental justice organizing after her 16-year-old son , Trinidad Flores, died in 2013 upon suddenly developing dilated cardiomyopathy, a heart condition that scientists have found to be associated

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 11, 2023

Marriott International has officially introduced StudioRes, its new affordable extended-stay brand for the midscale market.

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PhocusWire

AUGUST 11, 2023

As hospitality businesses diversify like never before, it’s clear that status quo for hospitality platforms is a thing of the past, opening the doors to a world of possibilities.

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Global economies are reeling from recent upheavals—pandemic aftershocks, geopolitical conflicts, and a tech sector crunch. Mark Zuckerberg's 2023 "Year of Efficiency" ethos extends into 2024, with leaders seeking cost reductions without stunting growth. No-code technology emerges as a beacon of hope, fostering resilience and adaptability. Platforms like Make.com and Zapier empower even non-technical staff to automate and innovate, freeing IT for strategic tasks.

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 11, 2023

CaliberCos Inc. (NASDAQ: CWD) (“Caliber”), a leading vertically integrated alternative asset manager, today announced that it has reached an agreement with L.T.D. Hospitality Group LLC (“L.T.D.”) in which L.T.D. has agreed to contribute nine hotel properties to its subsidiary, Caliber Hospitality Trust (“CHT”), an externally advised private hospitality corporation.

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Fast Casual

AUGUST 11, 2023

If you’re reading this, you’ve identified a need for self-service, researched your options, and are considering interactive kiosks. So, what’s the next step? As an established kiosk designer and manufacturer, we frequently hear this question from clients as they navigate the process of deployment.

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 11, 2023

S Hotels and Resorts PCL (SET: SHR), the global hospitality company from Singha Estate PCL (SET: S), announced accelerating total revenue from services of THB 4,821 million (+28% YoY), and jumping adjusted EBITDA of THB 1,112 million (+74% YoY) for the first half of 2023. The performance was derived from 69% occupancy rate of the overall portfolio in the first six months of 2023, compared with 54% occupancy rate recorded during the same period in the previous year, and an increase of 11% in aver

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Mary Gostelow

AUGUST 11, 2023

Michelin two-star Lai Ching Heen kept going while the building that is once again THE REGENT HONG KONG was closed for near-complete rebuild. All that remains of ‘the old’ is the basic concrete shell, and the love of the brand. The jewel that is Lai Ching Heen remained, open for its loyal fans. It’s an elegant space, down at the waterline, with big picture windows affording superb Victoria Harbour views.

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Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 11, 2023

University is an exciting time, but it can also be socially daunting. With thousands of students arriving and mingling on campus, you might find it hard to find your place. So you should start by finding your tribe.

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Omland Hospitality

AUGUST 11, 2023

The Palette of Emotions: How Color Influences Guest Experience in Hotels Step into any hotel lobby, and you'll notice a deliberate choice of colors adorning the walls, furniture, and decor. From tranquil blues to vibrant yellows, hotels strategically utilize color to influence the emotions and experiences of their guests. The palette of emotions evoked by these hues plays a crucial role in creating a welcoming and memorable stay.

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 11, 2023

The Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index grew 8.2% in July to a level of 6,074.

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Hotel Business

AUGUST 11, 2023

According to the Q2 2023 Latin America Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), the region’s total construction pipeline includes 552 projects/88,477 rooms. At the close of the quarter, there are 227 projects/38,675 rooms presently under construction, and projects scheduled to start construction in the next 12 months stand at 158 projects/25,091 rooms.

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Finance & Development : Lodging Magazine

AUGUST 11, 2023

NASHVILLE—STR and Tourism Economics lowered their year-over-year growth projections in the revised 2023-2024 U.S. hotel forecast presented at the Hotel Data Conference. For 2023, growth in revenue per available room (RevPAR) was lowered by 0.5 percentage points, due to a 0.6 percentage point downgrade in occupancy growth. While that RevPAR growth remains above the long-term historical average, most of the increase was frontloaded to the early portion of the year.

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Hotel Business

AUGUST 11, 2023

Actabl has launched two-way integration between Alice and Transcendent. The integration optimizes hotel operations, allowing real-time cross-departmental collaboration between front-of-house, housekeeping and engineering to efficiently manage guest requests, improve guest satisfaction and achieve prime operational visibility and accountability, according to the company.

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Industry Insights Lodging Magazine

AUGUST 11, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C.—The AHLA Foundation announced that Foundation-funded human trafficking awareness trainings have been completed more than one million times by hotel employees across the industry. Developed by Marriott International and administered by PACT (previously known as ECPAT-USA), the trainings are part of an industry-wide initiative to help hotel employees recognize and report signs of potential on-property human trafficking.

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Finance & Development : Lodging Magazine

AUGUST 11, 2023

NEW YORK—Hilton announced the opening of the 661-room Tempo by Hilton Times Square, the first hotel from Hilton’s newest contemporary lifestyle brand. Located in TSX Broadway, a new 46-story tower with experiential retail, entertainment spaces, and the Palace Theatre, the hotel matches the needs of the traveler who wants relaxation. The hotel includes a cocktail lounge with an outdoor terrace, a fitness center, and Tempo by Hilton Wellness Rooms with Peloton bikes.

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