LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 17

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AHLA Issues Statement on the End of the Government Shutdown

🇺🇸 WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Hotel & Lodging Association highlighted the impact of the federal government shutdown on travel. Nearly 20% of Americans adjusted Thanksgiving travel due to economic uncertainty and disruptions. AHLA President Rosanna Maietta emphasized the restoration of funding and services for travelers and urged Congress to secure a long-term budget. The shutdown affected travel confidence and hotel industry bookings.

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This Week’s Comings & Goings

📈 Peregrine Hospitality appointed Kristen Richter as chief commercial officer. Avianca's CEO Frederico Pedreira will step down on February 28, 2026, succeeded by Gabriel Oliva as president. Lark appointed Chris Perré as general counsel. Raines appointed Rick Hayduk as general manager of The Lantern Columbia, opening in December 2025. Sheraton Maui Resort promoted Mitchell Cooper to executive chef. Moxy Atlanta Downtown appointed Alfonce McKinney as GM and Tinesha Franklin as Director of Sales.

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AHLA and Other Industry Leaders Urge U.S. House of Representatives to End Government Shutdown

💸 WASHINGTON, D.C.—Since October 1, the government shutdown has cost nearly $6 billion in travel spending. Over 5.2 million passengers were affected by flight disruptions. Daily, the hotel industry loses $31 million, totaling $1.2 billion so far. Leaders from AHLA, A4A, the U.S. Travel Association, and the National Restaurant Association urge Congress to end the shutdown. With 31 million passengers expected for Thanksgiving, airlines and restaurants are facing challenges, needing swift government action.

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Peachtree Expands Credit Platform With Pending Acquisition of First Western SBLC, Inc.

💵 Peachtree Group plans to acquire PMC Commercial Trust, based in Dallas, pending U.S. Small Business Administration consent. The acquisition will provide small business owners nationwide with SBA 7(a) loans ranging from $50,000 to $5,000,000. PMC was founded in 1983 by Dr. Fred Rosemore and is a licensed SBA lender. This move allows Peachtree to expand into SBA lending and deliver fast financing solutions, particularly in the hospitality sector. PMC is part of Creative Media & Community Trust Corporation.

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Lark Announces Partnership With olive

📈 Olive and Lark partnership, announced in Los Angeles, California, will deploy Olive's booking platform across Lark's 80 hotels in 22 states and two countries by early 2026. Olive's technology boosts conversion by 84% and direct bookings by 76%, reducing third-party reliance. Olive's platform integrates seamlessly with Mews and other PMS systems. Lark's CEO, Peter Twachtman, and Olive's CEO, Eric Lutz, highlight the strategic focus on guest experience and intelligent commerce.

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CoStar, Tourism Economics Again Downgrade U.S. Hotel Forecast

📊 Arlington, Virginia—CoStar and Tourism Economics downgraded the 2025 U.S. hotel forecast. Occupancy decreased by 0.2 percentage points to 62.3%, ADR held at +0.8%, and RevPAR dropped by 0.3 percentage points to -0.4%. Adjustments for 2026 include occupancy down 0.3 percentage points, ADR down 0.1 points, and RevPAR down 0.3 points. Amanda Hite from STR cited rising unemployment and prices. Aran Ryan foresaw moderate U.S. travel economy improvement in 2026, aided by household income growth and global travel expansion.

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Wyndham Rewards Announces Collaboration With Beverly D’Angelo as Part of Wyndham Rewards Campaign

💰 Beverly D’Angelo teams up with Wyndham to offer a special campaign for Wyndham Rewards members. From now until December 31, members can receive a complimentary, one-level status upgrade. Wyndham Rewards features four membership levels: Blue, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond. Each level offers increasing benefits, including additional points per stay and perks like late checkout and suite upgrades. This initiative aims to enhance travel experiences during the busy holiday season.

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Naples Grande Beach Resort Announces Renovation

🏖 Naples Grande Beach Resort will undergo a major renovation starting April 1, 2026, in Naples, Florida. The resort will close guest accommodations and event spaces through December 31, 2026, for upgrades to guestrooms, suites, dining options, spa, and pool areas. Rhode's End, Clam Pass beach services, and select villas remain open. The Naples Tennis Academy and Naples Grande Golf Club will operate as usual. Regular updates will be shared via their website and social media.

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RMS Announces Integration With Epos Now

💻 LONDON—In November 2025, RMS partnered with Epos Now to integrate cloud-based POS systems with RMS's property management platform. This integration aims to boost operational efficiency, reduce manual data entry, and minimize reconciliation errors by linking front-of-house transactions with guest billing. The collaboration supports seamless guest experiences, offering real-time insights and upsell opportunities. Adam Seskis of RMS and Richard Nolan of Epos Now emphasize the impact on guest service and efficient decision-making in the hospitality sector.

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Baha Mar Announces Opening of Leola

🍴 In November 2025, in Nassau, The Bahamas, Leola, a new restaurant by chef Scott Conant, opened at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar. The 8,800-square-foot space includes a 106-seat dining room, a 130-seat outdoor terrace, two bars, and a private dining room. Leola's menu features classic Italian cuisine with modern touches. The restaurant joins notable concepts like Jon Batiste’s Jazz Club and Marcus Samuelsson’s Fish + Chop House at Baha Mar.

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