This Week’s Comings & Goings
hihotels by Hospitality International announced the hirings of Vic Vescovo and Patrick Cheedie as franchise development and assurance and marketing program directors. The two will
On the Ground: Insights From Mark Lomanno at The Lodging Conference
At The Lodging Conference 2022, industry leaders and professionals gathered to discuss industry trends, share new ideas, and network with colleagues and peers. LODGING spoke with P
BWH Hotel Group Expands Global Footprint
PHOENIX, Arizona—BWH Hotel Group is expanding its footprint with the addition of several new properties in select regions across the globe. With 18 brands across every chain scal
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Signs First All-Inclusive Resort
SAN FRANCISCO—IHG Hotels & Resorts announced a new endeavor for Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants with the signing of its first all-inclusive resort. Kimpton continues to gr
Raines Adds Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pensacola West I-10 to Portfolio
FLORENCE, South Carolina—Raines has added Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pensacola West I-10 to its portfolio. This deal marks the company’s first property in Flor
Extended Stay America Launches New Select Suites Brand
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina—Extended Stay America launched Extended Stay America Select Suites, a new extended-stay brand. For value-conscious guests staying on average 30+ nights,
AHLAF Announces Partnership With U.S. Department of Labor’s Job Corps
WASHINGTON—The American Hotel & Lodging Foundation (AHLAF) announced a formal partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Job Corps—first of its kind for Job Corps a
IHG Hotels & Resorts Releases New EVEN Hotels Prototype
ATLANTA—IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) unveiled the latest evolution of its EVEN Hotels brand through an updated design, refreshed restaurant, and integrated wellness experience
Sonesta Launches New Corporate Travel Program: Sonesta Business Pass
NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) announced the launch of Sonesta Business Pass, a new corporate travel program that offers business travel
Marriott International Headquarters Opens in Bethesda, Maryland
BETHESDA, Maryland—After six years of planning, design, and construction, Marriott International has opened its global headquarters in downtown Bethesda, Maryland. The 21-story,