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Fairfield Inn & Suites

A ‘Modern West’ Oasis in the Sonoran Desert

Catering to both short-term and extended-stay travelers, the dual-branded, 148-key Fairfield Inn & Suites and TownePlace Suites Hotels in Tempe, Arizona, debuted in March....
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Staypineapple Partners With Procure Impact

BELLEVUE, Washington—Staypineapple announced a collaboration with Procure Impact. This partnership grows Staypineapple’s commitment to uplifting communities and advancing the hospitality industry and guests' experiences...
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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to Introduce Microtel Brand to India

LONDON—Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has signed a development agreement with NILE Hospitality LLP to introduce its Microtel by Wyndham brand to India, marking the...
Comings & goings

This Week’s Comings & Goings

Special Search International announced Jim Coffey has been promoted to senior vice president. Coffey will assume the expanded role within the firm’s digital strategy,...

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Operations

Maintaining Hotel Fitness Centers and Pool Areas

Two of the most often-overlooked areas of cleanliness in a hotel are the fitness center and swimming pool. While the engineering department may be...
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Cendyn: Chattanooga Ranks in Top Secondary Markets for the First Time

AUSTIN, Texas—Cendyn’s Sales Intelligence platform, previously known as Knowland, shared its monthly data findings for hoteliers to gain insight into the top locations selected...
sanitation

4 Advances in Sanitization Treatments and Technologies

The pandemic effectively increased sanitization awareness in the hospitality industry, with guests becoming more attuned to antivirus, antimicrobial, and hypoallergenic treatments and features in...

Knowland: New York Ranks in Top Markets for First Time Since April

ARLINGTON, Virginia—Knowland reported that New York ranked second among the top 25 markets, with over 30 percent of year-over-year (YOY) meeting volume growth driven...

Cvent Acquires Marketing Tech Company Splash

TYSONS, Virginia—Cvent announced that it has acquired Splash, an event marketing technology company. Splash’s platform allows marketers to create on-brand, measurable, and repeatable event...
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Economic ‘Uncertainty’ Is Prevailing Theme of Lodging Conference Keynote

While projecting a "soft landing" for the U.S. economy going forward, economist Bernard Baumohl acknowledged that much of the uncertainty surrounding the macroeconomy makes...

Hyatt Collaborates With Mind Share Partners for Workplace Mental Health

CHICAGO—Hyatt announced a new collaboration with Mind Share Partners, a nonprofit that is changing the culture of workplace mental health. Rooted in global colleague...
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Hoteliers Tout Better Development Conditions, Extended Stay During Lodging Conference Opening Session

Slightly more favorable development conditions, the slow return of business travel, and explosive growth within the midscale, extended-stay segment were among the topics discussed...