CHICAGO Some hotels are starting to feel like college campuses. Many have instructors to teach guests how to play chess, make pottery, mix a
April 17, 2012
Pere Marquette Headed for Massive Renovation
PEORIA, Ill. A developer has taken over the Hotel Pere Marquette and is planning a $23.5 million renovation of the property. Slated to sit
April 16, 2012
Todd Gillespie
Skamania Lodge, located in Washington state’s Columbia River Gorge, named Todd Gillespie director of sales and marketing. Gillespie joined the
April 16, 2012
Michael Dominguez
Michael Dominguez of Loews Hotels named MPI chair for the 2012-13 term. He will help guide the organization’s strategy, monitor its performance
April 16, 2012
Todd Costin
Todd Costin was appointed senior executive assistant manager, rooms at the 2,019-room Hyatt Regency Chicago. In his new position he oversees rooms
April 16, 2012
Picky About Perks?
Marriott International today announced the launch of its "Pick Your Perks in New Jersey and Philadelphia" promotion. The promotion has been designed
April 16, 2012
Hotel May Open Atop Hawaii CC
HONOLULU Could a hotel be developed on top of the Hawaii Convention Center Hawaii Convention Center? That is the question Hawaii lawmakers are
April 16, 2012
TSA Tests New Airport Check-In System
WASHINGTON, D.C. The Transportation Security Administration is testing a system that checks identification and boarding passes by machine rather
April 16, 2012
Waikiki Debuts Waterside Venue
HONOLULU Waikiki is home to a new attraction that offers a venue for groups to hold an unforgettable party, reception or incentive program: a
April 16, 2012
Benchmark Takes Over, Upgrades Cali. Boutique
RANCHO SANTA FE, Calif. Benchmark Hospitality International has announced that The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, located near San Diego, has joined
April 16, 2012
New Heights for Airport Hotel Dining?
A new Seattle Airport hotel is staking its claim as one of the newest, hippest dining spot in the city. With the comprehensive transformation of
April 13, 2012
Matt Humphreys
Matt Humphreys appointed general manager at San Francisco’s Hyattat Fisherman’s Wharf. He began his career with Hyatt in 1993 as a
April 13, 2012
Rob Mitchell, Hutton Hotel - Nashville, TN
What service can you provide to groups that they normally might not receive?Personal services such as a butler or personal tailoring
April 13, 2012
10 Hotel Contract Negotiation Tips
1-Develop Your Own Contract The ideal starting point for contract negotiations is to write your own version of
April 13, 2012
Boston Burger Bliss
May is National Hamburger Month, and the Bristol Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Boston is ready and raring to embrace the burger. In fact, their
April 13, 2012
Michael Fay and Jonathan Nicholson, Fifteen Beacon - Boston, MA
What service can you provide to groups that they normally might not receive?A unique service that we provide to guests/groups would
April 13, 2012
Site Launches Global Education Week
CHICAGO The experience and expertise of the Site member network will be showcased during the first annual Site Global Education Week, April 15 to
April 13, 2012
Modern Makeover in San Diego
Hotel Indigo, IHG’s upscale boutique brand, has announced the grand opening of the Hotel Indigo San Diego Del Mar. Following a multimillion-