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Latest news: Ritz-Carlton returns to Cancun; DC area hotel sells; Euro deals up
News / Brands
Latest news: Ritz-Carlton returns to Cancun; DC area hotel sells; Euro deals up
By Rob Schneider | October 10, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Bickson Hospitality, Marriott, Wyndham
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Bickson Hospitality, Marriott, Wyndham
October 10, 2024
Noteworthy quotes of the week, including Raymond Bickson eulogizing legendary business titan and leader of Indian Hotels Co. Ltd., Ratan Tata.... Read More
Indian hotel icon Tata dies at 86
News / Brands
Indian hotel icon Tata dies at 86
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 10, 2024
Ratan Tata led the Tata Group and Indian Hotels Co. Ltd. for many years and is remembered for his principles, his deep sense of duty to others, and his boundless love for India.... Read More
Why Marriott is chasing ‘affordable’ midscale in the US, Canada
News / Brands
Why Marriott is chasing ‘affordable’ midscale in the US, Canada
By Rob Schneider | October 9, 2024
In bringing its City Express brand to the US and Canada, Marriott said it’s pursuing the “efficient traveler.” We explore the timing and strategy with a top executive.... Read More
Middle East pipeline surges past 600 projects: LE
News / EMEA
Middle East pipeline surges past 600 projects: LE
By Rob Schneider | October 9, 2024
Lodging Econometrics said the region is experiencing a surge of projects scheduled to start in the next 12 months. Saudi Arabia and Egypt also have pipelines with record-high levels.... Read More
Latest news: Waldorf in NYC delayed; Trump Org’s Vietnam deal; Swiss Life, B&B complete deal
News / Owners
Latest news: Waldorf in NYC delayed; Trump Org’s Vietnam deal; Swiss Life, B&B complete deal
By Rob Schneider | October 9, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
UAE awards first gambling license to Wynn
News / EMEA
UAE awards first gambling license to Wynn
By Rob Schneider | October 8, 2024
The landmark step means a long-rumored casino component of the $3.9-billion island resort being built by Wynn and others in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.... Read More
Salter Brother acquires Bannisters portfolio in Australia
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Salter Brother acquires Bannisters portfolio in Australia
By Rob Schneider | October 8, 2024
Australia’s second-largest hotel owner bought a trio of boutique hotels in New South Wales.... Read More
Latest news: Caliber Hospitality adds 7; $100M refi in New Orleans; Florida resorts shutter
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Caliber Hospitality adds 7; $100M refi in New Orleans; Florida resorts shutter
By Rob Schneider | October 8, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Inside Veranó’s ‘city house’ concept for Puerto Rico
News / Brands
Inside Veranó’s ‘city house’ concept for Puerto Rico
By Rob Schneider | October 7, 2024
The company is introducing a new luxury lifestyle brand by opening the Veranó San Juan next spring. There’s more in the pipeline for Puerto Rico and around the world.... Read More
Latest news: Trio of notable CMBS refinances; South Beach hotel sells; Aimbridge touts changes
News / Financing
Latest news: Trio of notable CMBS refinances; South Beach hotel sells; Aimbridge touts changes
By Rob Schneider | October 7, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: BWH, OTO Development, Outrigger, Seibu Prince
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: BWH, OTO Development, Outrigger, Seibu Prince
By Rob Schneider | October 4, 2024
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: Skyline selling 11 Courtyards; Hyatt select-serve growth; Moxy debut in Spain
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Skyline selling 11 Courtyards; Hyatt select-serve growth; Moxy debut in Spain
By Rob Schneider | October 4, 2024
Latest news: Skyline selling 11 Courtyards; Hyatt select-service growth; Moxy debut in Spain false Latest news: Skyline selling 11 Courtyards; Hyatt select-service growth; Moxy debut in Spain Breaking news about deals, development, data and more. Breaking news about deals, development, data and... Read More
Evens Charles tackles growth with disciplined plan
News / On the Money
Evens Charles tackles growth with disciplined plan
By Jeff Higley | October 3, 2024
Frontier Development & Hospitality Group’s founder and managing principal builds a company focused on making the right moves to build a multi-layered hotel portfolio. ... Read More
Deal activity: September 25-30, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: September 25-30, 2024
October 3, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was NewcrestImage's sale of the Courtyard by Marriott Chicago O'Hare to Parag Patel and Kevin Patel.... Read More