There is tremendous value in slowing down and dedicating the time to take stock of where you’ve been and where you’re going; providing clarity for you and everyone who relies on your direction. Only after that can you put together a set of goals that will keep you and your team focused and prepared as soon as the “new normal” starts.
China’s hotel construction pipeline hits all-time high
Analysts at Lodging Econometrics report that at the end of the first half of 2019, China’s total construction pipeline swelled to 2,991 projects/592,884 rooms, up 19% by projects and 7% by rooms year-over-year (YOY), both at all-time highs, amidst an economic slowdown.
Four Seasons showcases support for Cage-Free Egg Sourcing Initiative
Four Seasons commits to sourcing cage-free eggs across global operations by 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton continues global development
With eight newly opened hotels, the brand opened its first property in Kazakhstan and increased its presence in Turkey, Canada, Mexico and the United States
TrumpÕs executive order goes into effect
Several people, including those who are holding green card and valid visa, were reportedly blocked from boarding flights to the United States and some others detained at AmericaÕs airports.
Allan Farwell Appointed General Manager of Hyatt Regency La Jolla
Farwell has more than 26 years working with Hyatt Hotels as general manager for various properties across the country
AccorHotels.com Marketplace expanding to add independent hotels in North America
Alongside the Group’s existing hotels, 200 independent hotels across the U.S. and Canada,, selected on a variety of criteria including location, quality, inspection and guest reviews, will be available to guests on the AccorHotels.com platform in Q1 2017.
Shawn Jervis appointed General Manager at Barnsley Resort
Prior to his new position at Barnsley Resort, Jervis was the GM at the Miramonte Resort & Spa in Indian Wells, California and The Embassy Row Hotel in Washington, DC.
Marriott and Hilton battle for supremacy in the US as Sheraton recovers: Hotel Guest Survey Brand Ranking Index
Marriott remains No.1 Brand in the US, leading Hilton by a fine margin thanks to slightly higher usage and a growing 1st/2nd preference advantage, but Hilton consumers are prepared to pay a 3.5% premium over Marriott and a 5.6% premium over the tier average.
Brian R. Wells named General Manager for The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center
Brian Wells brings 25 years of exemplary leadership experience as general manager, in food and beverage and within property operations to his new position at The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center. He was most recently GM for the Hilton Durham located in Durham, North Carolina.
