From left: ALIS Chair James Burba presents the ALIS Lifetime Achievement Award to Stewart Bainum Jr., chairman of Choice Hotels International. Photo credit: Choice Hotels International. ALIS vibe: positive, but wise to prep for change by Stefani C. O'Connor
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Today's Rundown
With the first month of 2019 behind us, the hotel industry is channeling positivity following the Americas Lodging Investment Summit. The seemingly boundless growth the industry has benefited from for nearly a decade may be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to throw in the towel.
On the contrary, industry leaders called for hoteliers to plan for the future, starting with the development of young talent. Meanwhile, Caesars Entertainment is showing its hand with the launch of a new non-naming hotel brand, Republic, with its first hotel planned for Scottsdale, Ariz. Caesars isn’t abandoning its gaming roots any time soon, but the company is setting out to show that it can attract guests even without the allure of the casino floor.
— Elliott Mest, Operations Editor, @Celmest
ALIS vibe: positive, but wise to prep for change
London's Paddington neighborhood prepares for dual-brand hotel
Caesars launches nongaming hotel brand Caesars Republic
Club Med treads new ground with upcoming Dominican resort
Kalibri Labs' study finds sustained growth in direct bookings
Meliá seeks international 'bleisure' business
PwC: RevPAR growth to decelerate this year
Despite high costs, in-house laundries offer advantages
Millennials choosing hotels based on social media, technology
Las Vegas Hard Rock to convert to Virgin Hotels brand
Top Stories
ALIS vibe: positive, but wise to prep for change
The 2019 Americas Lodging Investment Summit heralds ongoing positivity in the hotel sector as industry fundamentals remain fair and programs to protect employees roll out.
London's Paddington neighborhood prepares for dual-brand hotel
The dual-brand Premier Inn and Staycity property is expected to open by 2021.
Caesars launches nongaming hotel brand Caesars Republic
The first hotel in the brand will be located in Scottsdale, Ariz., and will be Caesars Entertainment's first nongaming hotel in the U.S.
Club Med treads new ground with upcoming Dominican resort
When it opens next winter, the $100 million Club Med Michés Playa Esmeralda will launch a new model for the company's Caribbean growth.
Kalibri Labs' study finds sustained growth in direct bookings
Hotel companies continue to grapple with online travel agencies for guest bookings and a new study from Rockville, Md.-based Kalibri Labs indicates their efforts have not been in vain.
Meliá seeks international 'bleisure' business
Looking to capture a broader demographic, the Spanish company is bringing its urban Innside brand to resort destinations.
PwC: RevPAR growth to decelerate this year
Revenue per available room is expected to grow this year in the U.S., but it won’t be as strong as in past years.
Despite high costs, in-house laundries offer advantages
Some people don’t care who handles their dirty laundry, but the benefits of cleaning your own linens may outshine the drawbacks—if you can afford it.
Millennials choosing hotels based on social media, technology
A strong online and social media presence is important if a hotel hopes to attract millennial guests, according to a new report.
Las Vegas Hard Rock to convert to Virgin Hotels brand
The hotel will be part of Hilton's Curio Collection when the conversion is complete in 2020.
Resources
[Video] “HM Talks” Video
Presented by: Caesars Entertainment
Watch the video here.
[Special Report] On the Margins Special Report
Presented by: Hotel Management Magazine
As hotel-related expenses creep higher, owners’ vigilance on profitability becomes a core focus. But can it be measured industry wide?
Events
International Hotel Investment Forum
March 4-6, 2019 | Berlin, Germany
HOTEC Operations
June 2-4, 2019 | Palm Beach, Florida
HOTEC Design
June 23-25, 2019 | Scottsdale, Arizona
