LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 77

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AHLA Members Discuss Tax and Workforce Provisions With Lawmakers Across U.S. Senate, House of Representatives

🏨 This week, over 250 American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) members met with U.S. Senate and House lawmakers in Washington to discuss hospitality sector priorities amid Budget Reconciliation and tax talks. Key issues included tax and trade policies affecting hotel costs and travel demand. AHLA advocated for tax provisions like the Small Business Tax Deduction, Bonus Depreciation, and "No Tax on Tips." Discussions also covered workforce expansion and the H-2B visa program.

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Crestline to Manage Fairfield Inn & Suites New Orleans Downtown

🏨 Crestline Hotels & Resorts LLC now manages Fairfield Inn & Suites New Orleans Downtown/French Quarter Area, owned by Kemmons Wilson Hospitality Partners. Located in New Orleans, the hotel features 103 renovated rooms and suites. It's a five-minute drive to the Morial Convention Center and walking distance to the French Quarter. Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, free Wi-Fi, and a complimentary breakfast. It is 15 miles from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.

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Duetto and Event Temple Unveil Integration for Event Revenue Management

📈 SAN FRANCISCO, California—Duetto and Event Temple unveiled a new partnership that merges Duetto’s OpenSpace and Event Temple’s venue management software, promoting streamlined, automated booking workflows for hotels and venues. This integration aims to prevent errors and enhance revenue opportunities. John Lingos-Webb, VP at Duetto, emphasized the strategic growth potential. Customer Christian Rex highlighted the seamless integration's impact on pricing and operational efficiency. Bob Graham, CEO of Event Temple, emphasized easing hoteliers' workload.

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Wyndham and Le Park Concord to Launch 100 Super 8 Hotels Across Saudi Arabia

🏨 Wyndham Hotels & Resorts partnered with Le Park Concord Company to launch Super 8 by Wyndham in Saudi Arabia, aiming to open 100 hotels in 10 years, with the first expected in 2026. Locations include Riyadh, Jeddah, Makkah, Madinah, Al Khobar/Dammam, and others. The move aligns with Saudi Arabia's tourism goals under Vision 2030, addressing a supply gap in economy accommodations; currently, only 6% of the hotel pipeline is economy/midscale. Le Park Concord manages over 900 rooms and has 13 hotels under development.

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Choice Hotels International Publishes 2024 Sustainability Report

📍 NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International released its 2024 Sustainability Report, revealing its full greenhouse gas inventory and commitment to set science-based targets. The company collaborated with the National Park Foundation, pledging an annual donation of $150,000 and enabling guests to donate through Choice Privileges points. Additionally, Choice's "Your Community, Your Choice" grant program hit a $275,000 total donation to local nonprofits over five years, supporting varied causes important to hotel owners.

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AAA: 45.1 Million Travelers Expected to Go 50 Miles or More for Memorial Day Weekend

🏁 AAA predicts 45.1 million people will travel over Memorial Day weekend from May 22-26, 2025, an increase from the previous year's 44 million. Driving is preferred by 87% with 39.4 million people traveling by car, enjoying lower gas prices compared to last year's $3.59 per gallon. Air travel is up by 2% to 3.61 million passengers, with domestic flights averaging $850. Other modes, including trains, buses, and cruises, will see 2.08 million travelers, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. Overall, 19 million Americans plan to take cruises in 2025.

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Tempo by Hilton Nashville Midtown Celebrates Topping Out Milestone

🏨 Vision Hospitality Group announced the topping out of Tempo by Hilton Nashville/Midtown, a 161-room hotel slated to open at the end of 2025. Located near Vanderbilt University and other landmarks in Nashville's Midtown, this 12-story lifestyle hotel will feature amenities like Moonsong Café, a 1,000-square-foot fitness center, and over 1,000 square feet of meeting space. BCA Architects and 1213ID designed the hotel, with financing from Commerce Bank.

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Tempo by Hilton Nashville Midtown Celebrates Topping-Out Milestone

🏨 Officials from Vision Hospitality Group, Inc. announced that Tempo by Hilton Nashville/Midtown has topped out this week. The 161-room, 12-story hotel is located in Nashville’s Midtown district and is set to open by the end of 2025. It will feature Moonsong Café, a 1,000-square-foot fitness center, and over 1,000 square feet of meeting space. Designed by BCA Architects, with interiors by 1213ID, Commerce Bank is financing the project.

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IHG Reports Q1 2025 Trading Update

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts' Q1 2025 update showed a global RevPAR increase of 3.3%, with Americas at 3.5%, EMEAA at 5.0%, and Greater China down 3.5%. Rooms revenue saw Business up 3%, Leisure up 2%, Groups up 5%, average daily rate up 2.2%, and occupancy up 0.6 percentage points. Gross system size growth was 7.1% YOY, with 14,600 new rooms opened. Net system size grew 4.3% YOY, totaling 987,000 rooms across 6,668 hotels. IHG signed 25,800 rooms in Q1, marking a 9.4% YOY pipeline increase. A $324m portion of a $900m share buyback program was completed, reducing share count by 1.9%.

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Grand Bohemian Lodge Asheville Reopens with Renovations and Lodge Designation

🏡 In September 2024, Hurricane Helene damaged the Kessler Collection's Asheville property, leading to extensive restorations. Led by Mark and Diana Kessler, the Grand Bohemian Lodge Asheville has been revitalized with enhancements including an expanded Grand Bohemian Gallery, a culinary experience at Red Stag Grill with refreshed menus featuring local ingredients, updated wellness offerings at the renamed Spa at Grand Bohemian, and expanded meeting spaces. The Manor House now provides a new 450-square-foot meeting space, and the art gallery showcases a 2025 collection, with over 700 curated bottles in the wine vault. The project was a collaboration with local artisans and businesses to lift the community.

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