Skift Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Skift Take: Yosemite National Park is trying to find a balance between the visitor experience and keeping it accessible. Dawit Habtemariam Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Lodging

MAY 2, 2024

Choice Hotels International is shifting its Park Inn by Radisson brand to the premium value space, announced at its 68th Annual Convention at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada. Park Inn by Radisson, specifically, fits […] The post Choice Hotels Repositions Park Inn by Radisson Brand appeared first on LODGING Magazine.

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Lodging

MAY 18, 2023

They should be taking that same approach to their parking asset. At Towne Park, we evaluate the impact of parking the same way hotels evaluate room revenue; we call it RevPAS or revenue per available space, which provides a metric for optimizing parking for the greatest return.

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Skift Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Skift Take: Universal is on the offensive, and it's looking to England for its next possible theme park location. Selene Brophy Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announces the opening of Park Hyatt Marrakech, marking the debut of the Park Hyatt brand in Morocco and growing the brand’s presence in Africa, joining Park Hyatt Zanzibar and the forthcoming Park Hyatt Johannesburg, slated for 2025.

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Skift Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Skift Take: Disney is betting billions of dollars over 10 years on the long-term growth of its popular theme parks and cruises. Dawit Habtemariam Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Skift Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

National Parks — one of America's most vital attractions — would become unavailable to millions of tourists and locals. Skift Take: U.S. Dawit Habtemariam Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 12, 2024

Set to debut in spring 2025, minutes from the West entrance of Yosemite National Park, the brand’s highly anticipated California camp is now accepting reservations.

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MARCH 7, 2024

today announced it has signed an agreement with Victoria Park Hotels Ltd. to launch The Park Lane Hong Kong, Autograph Collection in early 2025. Marriott International, Inc.

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Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Staywell Holdings introduces Australia’s first Park Proxi hotel on Wednesday September 6, following the signing of Park Proxi Gibraltar Bowral. We could not be more excited about the launch of Australia’s first Park Proxi hotel in the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales,” said StayWell Holdings President Simon Wan.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 9, 2023

The five-star Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park is relaunching its spa offering with a new sensory menu and a new team of skilled therapists to boot. Located on the 22nd level of the hotel, the spa’s state-of-the-art facilities include a rooftop swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, and a fitness centre with views over Hyde Park. “We

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Hospitality Net

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

announces the opening of its new establishment, The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Nagoya, on Tuesday, 20th of February 2024. Mitsubishi Estate Hotels & Resorts Co.,

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Lodging

MAY 3, 2024

Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park, an iconic landmark in the heart of downtown Atlanta, has announced a comprehensive renovation and rebranding.

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Hospitality Net

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Sterling Holiday Resorts, India’s leading leisure hospitality brand, announced the opening of its new resort Sterling Aatapi Wonderland, Vadodara located within Gujarat’s largest theme park.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

With a fantastic location, luxurious rooms and suites and brilliant food and beverage on offer, Park Hyatt Doha an exceptional stay in Qatar for a layover or a week-long vacation. What makes Park Hyatt Doha one of the city’s best luxury hotels? Park Hyatt Doha offers elegantly designed 34 suite and 153 rooms.

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Hospitality Net

JANUARY 10, 2024

Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the opening of its newest hotel in the historic city of Ayodhya - Park Inn by Radisson Ayodhya. With a prime location in the heart of Ayodhya, the hotel offers a unique blend of contemporary design and modern facilities.

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Hospitality Net

MAY 2, 2024

(NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, announced the relaunch of Park Inn by Radisson. As part of the strategy with Choice’s acquisition of Radisson Hotels Americas in 2022, Park Inn by Radisson is being strategically repositioned into the premium value conversion space.

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Skift Blog

MAY 10, 2023

Skift Take: Walt Disney's Shanghai theme parks and its cruises showed particular strength early this year. That may help spare them from many of the broader cuts at the company. Dawit Habtemariam Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 4, 2024

Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a nationally recognized owner and management company and division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), announced today that it, Hempel Real Estate, and Robinson Park have closed on the acquisition of the Loews Minneapolis Hotel.

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Lodging

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Interiors are designed by Houston-based architecture and design firm Abel […] The post Thompson Houston Opens Near Buffalo Bayou Park appeared first on LODGING Magazine. The new-build hotel is housed within a glass and exposed-steel building that displays curved lines designed by HOK.

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Lodging

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Extell Development Company announced the planned expansion of the Grand Hyatt brand in Park City, Utah. Situated 40 minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport, Grand […] The post Grand Hyatt Brand Plans Expansion to Park City, Utah appeared first on LODGING Magazine.

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Skift Blog

MAY 23, 2023

Skift Take: Disney is investing billions, but it won't be in regional theme parks. Justin Dawes Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Hotel Business

MAY 3, 2024

Driftwood Capital has acquired the Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park, a 225-key, full-service, upper-upscale hotel located in North Carolina’s Research Triangle area. “Our renovation plans for Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park reflect our commitment to excellence and value-add strategies in hospitality. .

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Skift Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

Skift Take: Ugandan authorities believe that the upgraded airfields will contribute to a major tourism boom at its national parks. But they still need to make more infrastructure improvements to see the visitor surge they envision. Rashaad Jorden Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Hospitality Net

MAY 31, 2023

IDeaS, a SAS company, the world’s leading provider of hospitality revenue management software and services, has been selected as the preferred RMS provider to Park Plaza Hotels Europe (PPHE Hotel Group) in Europe.

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Skift Blog

JULY 14, 2023

It further underscores that if theme parks are going to charge an arm and a leg, they need to deliver an experience worth the price tag, to remain competitive. Skift Take: The idea that a giant tourist attraction like Disney could fall victim to price sensitivity, especially under the current macro economic conditions, is telling.

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Skift Blog

JULY 13, 2023

Skift Take: The Grand Canyon — one of America's most popular parks — will replace its current fleet and introduce 30 new buses. Dawit Habtemariam Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Lodging

DECEMBER 21, 2023

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina—Berkadia announced the refinancing of WoodSpring Suites Charlotte – University Research Park, a 122-key, extended-stay hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm has developed over […] The post Berkadia Refinances WoodSpring Suites Charlotte – University Research Park appeared first on LODGING Magazine.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 1, 2024

Urban Rest, a leading provider of flexible alternative accommodations catering to the corporate market, is thrilled to announce its expansion into New Zealand with the debut of Urban Rest Sylvia Park in Auckland.

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Hospitality Net

JUNE 22, 2023

Driftwood Capital, a vertically integrated commercial real estate firm providing attractive returns in hospitality, announces the acquisition of the Hilton Dallas/Plano Granite Park. The 299-key hotel is centrally located within the 90-acre master-planned, mixed-use community of Granite Park in the north Dallas suburb of Plano.

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Are Morch

JANUARY 17, 2024

While the lobby, rooms, and amenities contribute significantly to a guest’s experience, the entry points, including parking areas, play a crucial role in shaping their first impressions and overall satisfaction. […] The post Enhancing Hotel Security and Aesthetics: The Role of Entrances and Parking Areas appeared first on Are Morch, Digital (..)

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Hospitality Net

JANUARY 10, 2024

And with lots of people driving, parking spots are becoming a precious resource. With escalating airfare prices and a rise in staycations, more people have started traveling by car.

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Hospitality Net

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

IDeaS, a SAS company, the world’s leading provider of hotel revenue management software and services, announced today that Summerstar Tourist Parks has adopted the IDeaS’ G3 Revenue Management System (RMS) across fourteen of its Australian-based caravan and holiday park sites.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 12, 2023

The Residence Inn by Marriott Manassas Battlefield Park, VA, is proudly welcoming guests to its updated and refreshed facilities. The renovation includes all 107 suites, public spaces, meeting rooms, and the building’s exterior. The hotel is managed by Crestline Hotels & Resorts and is owned by Apple Hospitality REIT.

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Lodging

JUNE 19, 2023

With occupancy levels lagging during the post-COVID recovery and guest counts depressed, hotel owners and operators have had to look for alternative sources of revenue beyond the rental of guestrooms to […] The post Parking Profits: As Occupancy Stalls, Hoteliers Increase Revenue From Drive-In Guests appeared first on LODGING Magazine.

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Hospitality Net

JANUARY 10, 2024

million first mortgage floating rate financing of the SunCoast Park Hotel Anaheim, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Los Angeles – January 10, 2024 - RobertDouglas announced today that it represented, as exclusive advisor, SunCoast Properties, Inc. in the $29.0

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Hospitality Net

JULY 24, 2023

JW Marriott Essex House New York today announces the debut of its Central Park Suite Collection, three stunning luxury suites that pay homage to the hotel’s iconic front lawn: Central Park.

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