First deal in the works with Miami-based team expected to become
operational by the end of the year.
PLANO, Texas – With continued growth in the all-inclusive space,
third-party management giant Aimbridge Hospitality has decided to launch a
dedicated All-Inclusive division. It expects to finalize its first deal “in the
coming months” and begin operations by year-end.
Aimbridge, which did not make its executive team available for follow up, already has infrastructure in place with
operations across all-inclusive ripe Mexico, the Caribbean and Latin America.
The new division, to be based in Miami, unites core
disciplines – including operations, commercial strategy and guest experience –
within a unified structure and backed by established brand relationships and
regional expertise.
“We’re entering the All-Inclusive space with purpose and
precision,” said Aimbridge CEO Craig Smith. “Throughout my career, I’ve seen
firsthand how impactful this model can be in driving performance and guest
satisfaction. Our focused approach is designed to deliver results by combining
best-in-class specialized teams with the strength of Aimbridge’s operational
foundation – bringing scalable success and tailored solutions to this
high-growth segment.”
Smith brings extensive experience in the all-inclusive segment from his years at Marriott, particularly across Latin America and the Caribbean, where a reported 88% of all global all-inclusive inventory is concentrated.
“This investment reflects our confidence in the long-term
potential of All-Inclusive hospitality and our commitment to helping owners
capitalize on that opportunity,” said Eric Jacobs, chief global growth officer
of Aimbridge Hospitality. “As demand accelerates and guest expectations rise,
we’re ready to deliver the expertise and discipline this category requires.”