Grand opening finally welcomes Fontainebleau Las Vegas
The Fontainebleau Las Vegas will host its grand opening Wednesday night, completing a development process that has spanned more than 15 years…
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Crown launches internal investigation into CEO
Crown Resorts, the gaming giant owned by New York-headquartered private equity firm Blackstone, is investigating its chief executive, Ciaran Carruthers, over allegations he intervened to allow patrons back into its casinos even after security had…
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CHTA announces CHIEF 2023 Awards, recognizing best practices in the hospitality and tourism industry
The CHIEF Awards were established to recognize successful practices of CHTA member hotels and tourism-related enterprises across five key areas – Environmental Sustainability, Innovative Sales and Marketing, People (Staff) Development and Support…
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Arlington okays $410 million hotel project
Arlington’s city council has approved a plan to give the city a new major hotel and meeting space. The city will form a public-private partnership with Loews Hotels and Co…
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While the April 2024 total solar eclipse is still four months away, for those who’ve waited to plan a trip to the path of totality, they may find it difficult to find accommodations, particularly at an affordable rate…
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Wason's expertise is expected to play a crucial role in formulating and executing elevated revenue strategies for the region - In a significant move, Dimpy Wason has assumed the role of Market Director of Revenue Strategy for Marriott…
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The owner of the historic Bancroft Hotel in Berkeley now wants to turn it into mostly offices, instead of an apartment complex…
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Dirtybird Announces CampINN Will Not Return in 2024
CampINN, the beloved Dirtybird collaborative hotel takeover event comes to an end after a remarkable run of three years. The festival brought Home Bass with the minds of Dirtybird Records together for a unique experience in Florida…
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Communications innovations and changes in the travel and tourism landscape, particularly travel behaviours and expectations, are shaping the work of marketers in the industry…
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Developer-led company 216 blocks - A newly opened Portland tower block anchored by the Ritz-Carlton Hotel has defaulted on a $127 million loan on a California hotel project…
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Hotels to Revamp Loyalty Programs in 2024
Some hotel companies plan changes to their loyalty programs in 2024, including Hyatt Hotels Corp. and Omni Hotels & Resorts, each company recently announced. Beginning Jan…
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Be aware: Tricky price increases at Hungarian hotels
The hospitality industry is witnessing a shift in pricing strategies as hotels grapple with cost increases…
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Painful Marriott Rewards Inflation For Hotel Night Awards – It’s getting worse!
This week, our Whine Wednesday is about Marriott Rewards and the unfortunate but very real inflation for hotel night redemptions that happened during the last few years, oftentimes doubling the number of points required…
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Hyatt EVP, global president of operations to retire
Hyatt Hotels announced that effective Dec.31, H. Charles “Chuck” Floyd will step down from his current role as executive vice president – global president of operations. Effective Jan…
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Hotel Room Rates Projected to Increase Worldwide in 2024
Global hotel rates are expected to increase by 6.8 percent on average in 2024, according to the latest outlook published by BCD Travel…
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World-Renowned Artist BRITTO Launches Private Terminal Lounge Takeover with XO
XO, the world's premier private aviation network, has announced an exclusive partnership with Romero Britto, considered to be the most licensed artist in the world, to celebrate innovation and creativity…
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Tokyo claims Asia’s priciest rooms, sets luxury standard
Asia’s hotel occupancy has continued its upward trajectory in 2023, with global growth in occupancy nearing typical levels across major gateway markets…
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Hospitality sector records improved rooms' yield as occupancy jumps in October
Qatar's hospitality sector witnessed improved rooms' yield in October 2023 on an annualised basis on higher occupancy, according to the Planning and Statistics Authority (PSA). The growth in revenue-per-available room came largely due to the…
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