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HBA Appoints Ian Carr, Rene Kaerskov as Co-CEOs

Hospitality design firm HBA has announced its leadership transition formulated by the 11 existing global partners. Co-founder Michael Bedner will serve as chairman of the board, while Ian Carr and…

News November 22

Omni Amelia Island Breaks Ground on $85 Million Redevelopment

Omni Amelia Island Plantation in northern Florida has embarked on an $85 million renovation and expansion. The project, overseen by Leo A Daly, further incorporates its ocean surroundings while maintaining…

News November 22

Survey: Hotel Investors Want to Buy

Jones Lang LaSalle Hotels (JLLH) has released its biannual Hotel Investor Sentiment Survey, which reveals that an increased 38.6 percent of investors across the globe indicated a “buy”‘ strategy for…

News November 22

Online Exclusive! Takashi – New York

At Takashi in New York’s West Village, diners sit huddled around eco-friendly grills-they replicate a flame emitted by charcoal versions-cooking premium cuts of meat underneath telescopic vents imported from Japan.…

Projects November 22

Chicago’s Elysian Hotel to Rebrand as Waldorf Astoria

A joint venture that includes investor Sam Zell and Hilton Worldwide has acquired the Elysian Hotel Chicago with plans to rebrand it as a Waldorf Astoria. The luxury property, which…

News November 22

Rezidor Signs Up for World Clean Up 2012

The Rezidor Hotel Group, together with majority shareholder Carlson, has signed a partnership with World Clean Up 2012. Launched in 2008, the campaign uses volunteers to pick up stray garbage…

News November 22

Courtyard by Marriott Unveils European Prototype

Courtyard by Marriott has unveiled a new prototype for its Europe hotels that targets European travelers. Marriott International says its research shows that these guests want a fresh, simple contemporary…

News November 21

Club Med Schedules Second Resort in China

Club Med has announced plans for its second all-inclusive resort in China with a location opening in Guilin, Guanxi Province, in August 2012. Catering to families, the property will open…

News November 21

Is the Business Center Going Away?

Some hotels are abandoning the traditional business center in favor of more casual, targeted work areas, according to the New York Times. Lodging properties throughout the U.S. are putting their…

News November 21