by Alissa Ponchione | Oct 10, 2012 | News
The Boutique & Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA) has named Joe McInerney its 2012 Person of the Year. McInerney, a 50-year hospitality veteran, currently serves as chairman of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). His resume credits include...
by Alissa Ponchione | Oct 10, 2012 | News
InterContinental Hong Kong has taken cues from its location on Victoria Harbour in the redesign of the hotel’s lobby and lobby lounge, orchestrated by Sandy Lai, senior interior designer with Woods Bagot Hong Kong. Design elements reflect movement on the harbor...
by Alissa Ponchione | Oct 10, 2012 | News
Tryp by Wyndham Bogota Embajada has opened as the brand’s second hotel in Colombia. The property’s 250 guestrooms include fitness rooms, which are outfitted with exercise equipment and workout gear, and family rooms equipped with bunk beds. Guests also...
by Alissa Ponchione | Oct 9, 2012 | News
Business and leisure travelers are making hotel reservations further in advance, according to the September 2012 TravelClick North American Hospitality Review (NAHR). These travelers are “no longer holding out until the last minute,” notes Tim Hart, EVP,...
by Alissa Ponchione | Oct 9, 2012 | News
Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort has wrapped up its $6 million renovation. Western-inspired accents and artwork-including a circular sitting area reminiscent of the Old West-define the revamped lobby and adjoining El Conquistador Lounge. The new...