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2008-04-30 News Highlights

Features

Hey, General Managers, There is Hope for This New Generation of Hospitality Sales Professionals! - By David M. Brudney
Anyone who has read my articles over the past few years knows full well the genuine concern I have over the future of hospitality sales professionals. ...more

How to get the right hotel operator: Part 2 - By Jim Butler, author of www.HotelLawBlog.com
Hotel Attorney on Hotel Management Agreements . How to get the right brand and operator for your hotel project and a deal you can live with - The Hotel RFP Process. ...more

Condo Hotels - Evolution Toward A Commercial Hotel Structure - By Michael T. Sullivan & Marshall A. Bendelac
Condominium hotels, or condo hotels, have become an increasingly popular format for development, particularly in resort-oriented locations. Obviously, the nightly rental of condominium units, which are placed in a rental pool by condo-owners, is nothing new, as this practice has occurred for years in resorts and a few urban locations. What has changed, however, are the scope and nature of these properties and the relative relationships between the condo-owners, property managers, traveling customers, and project developers. This article will explore the scope and nature of these changes. ...more

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Trends

The Lead Director - By Keith Kefgen
A few years ago there was no such thing as a lead director on a public board. But when the CEO and the Chairman were the same person conflicts were clearly visible. This has been improving and in 2006, 25 of 41 Chairman were not the CEO. ...more

New Study from CHD Expert Group: Focus on Main Investments in German Hospitality Industry
Two out of ten hotels plan renovation of guest rooms - Strong modernization continues in foodservice industry ...more

Cornell Restaurant Report Finds Tip Guidelines Can Boost Tips
But When Service Is Haphazard, Watch Out! - According to New Online Restaurant Report, Designed for Owners and Managers ...more

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Technology

The Future Of Hotel e-Business
Opportunities exist for those in the hotel e-business, even during these tough economic times. Attendees at HEDNA's Lisbon Conference learned about the future trends for hotel e-business, how to profit from those trends and how HEDNA members can make a difference as the industry evolves. ...more

OnState Announces Multi-modal Solution for Technical Support
B4 Consulting Uses OnState Chat and Call Center Capabilities to Deliver 24x7 Customer Support Globally ...more

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Development

Grupo Posadas Slates 15 Hotels To Open in 2008
Following the Successful Launch of AQUA Cancun, Leading Latin American Hotelier Grupo Posadas Plans for Continued Growth in the Upcoming Year. ...more

Fairmont To Manage Makkah Hotel Overlooking Holy Mosque
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts today announced a new hotel in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, scheduled to open this fall. The hotel is the focal point of the iconic Abraj Al Bait Complex, which is part of the King Abdul Aziz Endowment Project whose mandate is to upgrade the precincts of the Two Holy Mosques. ...more

Rezidor Announces the Radisson Hotel Batumi, Georgia
The Rezidor Hotel Group (STO:REZT) announces yet another hotel in CIS - the Radisson Hotel Batumi, Georgia (150 rooms, to open in Q2 2010). ...more

Undersea Resort Signs Contract with Odys Shipyard for the First Three Offshore Resort, Casino, Spa, Convention, Shopping Center, Parking, Floating Accommodation, Undersea Habitat and Eco-Cruise Ships
The Undersea Resort (www.undersearesort.com) has signed a long-term contract with the prestigious Odys Shipyards for the construction of the first three Undersea Resort ships. ...more

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Environmental

Ecotourism Pioneer Now Ready to Export 'Trash to Treasures' Idea - By Glenn Hasek
Here at Maho Bay Camps, you have to be careful what you throw away. Your 'trash' just might end up as part of a piece of art on sale to a visiting guest. ...more

IHG launches solar powered 'Innovation Hotel'
The solar powered 'Innovation Hotel' - which is the brainchild of the InterContinental Hotels Group - outlines the latest technology in energy and water conservation and recycling. ...more

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Other

La Quinta to Offer Live Meeting Booking for Groups, Powered by Worktopia
200 Properties to Be Offered at LQ.com and Worktopia.com ...more

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