by Alissa Ponchione | Aug 3, 2011 | News
For 2010, the U.S. lodging industry posted pre-tax profits of $18 billion-up from 16 billion in 2009-and $127.7 billion in sales-up slightly from $127.2 billion in 2009, according to the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) Lodging Industry...
by Alissa Ponchione | Aug 3, 2011 | Projects
After being recommended by former clients, designer Stephen Sousa was recruited by Mija co-owner Charlie Larner to design an upscale yet rustic Mexican restaurant located in Boston’s historical Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Sousa, who has specialized in hospitality...
by Alissa Ponchione | Aug 2, 2011 | News
Grand Hyatt Goa has opened on the west coast of India. Built in the architectural style of a 17th century Indo-Portuguese palace, the resort is spread across 28 acres of lush tropical gardens and rolling, green lawns. The 314 spacious guestrooms and suites...
by Alissa Ponchione | Aug 2, 2011 | News
The Farzam family will open the eco-chic Shore Hotel in Santa Monica in October. Designed by Gensler, the 164-key property brings the beach indoors. Guestrooms are dressed in shades of teal and orange and outfitted with custom-made teak wood furniture, while the lobby...
by Alissa Ponchione | Aug 2, 2011 | News
Joie de Vivre will enter the Chicago market in February 2012 with Hotel Lincoln. The property, currently undergoing a comprehensive makeover, will feature 184 guestrooms boasting views of either Lake Michigan or downtown Chicago. Amenities include a lobby bar and...
