LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 10

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Frontline Performance Group Launches CheckMax

📈 Orlando, Florida—Frontline Performance Group (FPG) launched CheckMax, an AI-driven software to boost check averages by 5%-15%, potentially doubling revenue. Developed with global hotel partners, CheckMax provides sales training and analytics to enhance service. Geoffrey Toffetti, FPG CEO, highlighted the software's ability to fill the training gap in restaurants. With declining room rates and inflation, maximizing existing guest revenue is crucial. The software integrates with platforms like Oracle Micros Simphony and Toast for seamless operation.

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Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort, Announces Partnership With BARK Air

🏖 Kona Village, Hawai‘i, in partnership with BARK Air, offers a unique canine-and-human retreat from March 15-19 and May 13-17, 2026. This experience features four-night luxury stays, dog-friendly activities, and expert support. Flights between Los Angeles and Kona accommodate ten humans and their dogs with custom services. Guests enjoy Hawaiian hospitality, special cocktails, and dog-forward culinary experiences. This collaboration enhances hospitality by creating inclusive travel experiences for dogs and their families.

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Marriott Bonvoy Survey: 91 Percent of Americans Plan to Travel in 2026

🛸 Americans plan to travel in 2026, with 91% intending to take trips, and 49% aiming to travel more than in 2025. Two-thirds (67%) prioritize travel over material purchases. Key motivations include deeper connections and well-being, with 55% wanting to spend more time with loved ones. Domestic road trips and local getaways appeal to 44%. Hotel loyalty programs matter, with 52% enrolled, 49% valuing them for savings, and 80% for perks. Millennials prioritize travel over dining out.

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Remington Hospitality Appoints Travis Burns as Executive Vice President of Business Development

📈 Travis Burns, with 20+ years in hospitality, appointed executive VP of business development at Remington Hospitality in Dallas, Texas. Burns transitions from Aimbridge Hospitality, where he managed 70+ properties. He will focus on expanding Remington's portfolio and strengthening relationships. Burns holds a B.Sc. in Economics from Oklahoma State University and a Hotel Real Estate Investments Certificate from Cornell. Keith Oltchick, Remington's chief development officer, praises Burns's capacity for delivering results.

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1 Hotels Introduces Mission Membership Loyalty Program

💸 1 Hotels launched the Mission Membership, a novel loyalty program prioritizing personalization and environmental impact. For each stay, 1% of the qualifying spend supports nonprofits like NRDC, Oceanic Global, or Green Our Planet. Starting 2026, members gain access to Alo Wellness Club and discounts on Audi vehicles. The program supports 100,000 tree plantings in California. Members enjoy benefits like room upgrades and unique experiences at locations such as Copenhagen, South Beach, and Toronto.

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Accor Shares Details of Anticipated Hotel Openings for 2026

🏨 Accor plans to open around 350 new hotels in 2026 across 45+ brands, including locations like Miami, Shanghai, Melbourne, and Venice. Notable launches: Orient Express Venezia in a renovated Venetian palace, Fairmont New Orleans, and Delano Miami Beach. New entries include Fairmont Agra, Pullman in the Caribbean, and multiple Mövenpick properties. Accor’s expansion covers Luxury, Premium, Midscale, and Economy segments, with new hotels in Asia, Europe, North America, Africa, and the Caribbean.

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The Barnett Completes Property-Wide Transformation

🏨 In New Orleans' Warehouse Arts District, The Barnett, a JdV by Hyatt hotel, has completed extensive renovations. The 234 guest rooms now feature Sealy Plush 1000 mattresses and 60-inch smart TVs. The hotel includes a rooftop pool, revamped lobby, and culinary offerings like Brutto Americano with Italian flavors. Good Measure showcases local music, and Seaworthy offers a $7 cocktail hour. The Domain Companies, local developer, led the project managed by HRI Hospitality, enhancing the hotel’s artistic and communal appeal.

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JW Marriott Las Vegas Partners With Colicchio Consulting to Update Food and Beverage Outlets

🍴 Colicchio Consulting revamped the food & beverage strategy for JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa + Rampart Casino in Summerlin, Nevada. The property, which recently underwent a $75-million renovation for its 25th anniversary in Q4 2024, now boasts new dining destinations such as Wineaux and ai Pazzi. Culinary additions include Tacos 1986 and Nom Wah. The initiative connects the resort with renowned chefs, enhancing its cultural and culinary appeal.

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Stonebridge Announces Appointment of Orkun Aydin as Senior Vice President of Operations

🏨 Orkun Aydin joins Stonebridge as senior vice president of operations in Denver, Colorado. With over 20 years of leadership experience, Aydin will manage a portfolio of full-service hotels and resorts. Previously, he worked at Aimbridge Hospitality and held executive roles at Interstate Hotels & Resorts. Aydin aims to enhance operational performance and owner value, aligning with Stonebridge’s focus on excellence.

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Mumford Company Completes Sale of Savannah Suites Atlanta Airport

📍 Mumford Company has completed an off-market transaction for Savannah Suites Atlanta Airport in Newport News, Virginia. Built in 2020, the property features 94 extended-stay suites. The seller, an Atlanta-based real estate developer, was represented by Steve Kirby and Ed James. The buyer, Wichita-based TGC Group, operates in 19 states and plans significant renovations and rebranding. This transaction demonstrates the parties' focus on overcoming market challenges.

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