Emerson Hospitality Announces Redevelopment of Black Creek Barns
ESOPUS, New York—Emerson Hospitality announced its acquisition and redevelopment of Black Creek Barns, a 153-acre estate in Esopus, New York, into a 70-room resort that blends a
The College of Charleston Launches Hospitality School
The College of Charleston announced the launch of the Michael and Amy Bennett School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, a new school backed by Hotel Bennett founder Michael B
Pacifica Hotels Announces Partnership With Heat Healer
ALISO VIEJO, California—Pacifica Hotels announced a new collaboration with Heat Healer to bring guests an in-room wellness experience. Beginning this month, travelers staying at
Room Attendant Gratuities: Challenges and a Potential Solution
In appreciation for the service provided, many hotel guests choose to leave a gratuity for their room attendants either daily or as a lump sum on the final morning of occupancy. Th
This Week’s Comings & Goings
Atlantis Paradise Island announced the appointment of Vaughn Roberts as chief operating officer. Roberts brings more than two decades of experience across hospitality, real estate
Duetto and HotStats Report Shows Gap Between Growth and Profit Conversion
SAN FRANCISCO, California—Duetto and HotStats released a joint performance analysis, which found a widening gap between top-line growth and bottom-line reality. HotStats’ lates
Crescent Hotels & Resorts Adds Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel to Its Portfolio
COLOMBUS, Ohio—Crescent Hotels & Resorts announced the addition of the Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel, owned by Whitestone Companies, to its portfolio. Plans are underwa
AAHOA Issues Statement on Reintroduction of the Credit Card Competition Act in Congress
ATLANTA, Georgia—AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) issued a statement in which it applauded the bipartisan reintroduction of the Credit Card Competition Act in Co
Marcus & Millichap Brokers Sale of Red Roof PLUS+ Hotel
HOUSTON, Texas—Marcus & Millichap announced the sale of a 120-room Red Roof PLUS+ hotel property in Houston, Texas. Skyler Cooper, investment specialist in Marcus & Mi
Marriott Open Dual-Brand Hotel in Sand City
SAND CITY, CALIFORNIA—The dual-brand Courtyard by Marriott Sand City Monterey and Residence Inn by Marriott Sand City Monterey officially opened its doors as the first hotel in S
