Hilton considers strategic acquisition of Graduate Hotels, lobby renovations are an irrational expense and more...

Hilton considers strategic acquisition of Graduate Hotels
Wednesday, 7th February 2024

Hilton might become a leading hotel player in college towns and cities across the US. The hotel giant is considering an acquisition of Graduate Hotels, a brand that's heavily concentrated in the U.S. but also has properties in the U.K., Bloomberg first reported Monday afternoon >>

NEOM announces Aquellum
7 Feb 2024 : The Board of Directors of NEOM has announced Aquellum, a luxury and experiential space embedded within the mountains, and the latest striking addition to the ongoing regional development in northwest Saudi Arabia >>

IHG establishes presence in North East India
7 Feb 2024 : The new-build Holiday Inn will feature 150 keys and will open its doors to guests in Guwahati in 2028 >>

Minor to expand Anantara portfolio in Oman
7 Feb 2024 : Minor Hotels announces the continued expansion of its luxury Anantara brand in Oman with the upcoming development of a new coastal resort in Bandar Al Khairan, Muscat >>

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Lobby Renovations Are an Irrational Expense Yet Essential for the Guest Experience
Wednesday, 7th February 2024

As the place where first impressions are codified by guests, the lobby experience must be strong. Thinking broader, a great lobby also contributes to a hotel’s overall reason to visit which in turn supports occupancies and higher nightly rates. Moreover, a vibrant lobby is a space where visitors will want to linger, resulting in greater food and beverage sales >>

Two Ways Recruiters Try To Cheat You
Recruiters or criminals? Not sure what to call them, but whoever they are, it sure gives the recruitment profession a bad name >>

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