WASHINGTON—The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024, H.R. 7024, could provide substantial tax relief to hotels across the country, incentivizing investments in renovations and property upgrades, according to a Cornell University study commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association. The study, conducted by Cornell’s Center for Hospitality Research, highlights how hotels of all sizes and service levels stand to benefit from H.R. 7024’s provisions to extend 100 percent bonus depreciation
A Sense of Place and Sixties Style
Category: Design, Renovations
Guestrooms and Corridors at the Condado Palm Inn Last fall, South Florida interior design firm V Starr conducted a refresh of the Condado Palm Inn’s 88 guestrooms and corridors that evokes the hotel’s Puerto Rico locale. Capturing the community of Condado’s vibrant energy, the redesign was part of an $8 million, property-wide transformation that led to the Condado Palm Inn earning Hilton’s Tapestry Collection banner. “When conceptualizing the design, it was important that we infuse
This Week’s Comings & Goings
Category: Comings & Goings, People
Cloud5 Communications announced the appointment of Fred Reeder as senior vice president of sales and business development. Reader has experience aligning technology and services with the latest hospitality business needs. Grace Bay Resorts announced the appointment of Fred Khoury as general manager of Point Grace. In his role as general manager, Khoury will supervise all operational aspects of Point Grace and uphold its service expectations. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa named Ben Ly as
Compound Success is the Goal For AAHOA as It Looks Forward After 35-Year Milestone
Category: Conferences and Events, Featured
AAHOA Chairman Bharat Patel kicked off AAHOACON ’24 by highlighting a number of examples of the progress and increased clout of the association as it celebrates its 35th anniversary milestone. Patel—who referenced “compound success” as a prevalent theme of the event, which drew more than 6,500 attendees—further stressed that this is just the beginning for the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA). “I realize that for millennials 35 is middle age, but be assured that
IRVINE, California—KSL Resorts (KSLR) announced the appointment of Greg Kennealey as its new chief executive officer. In his new position, Kennealey will oversee the operation, development, and strategic direction of KSLR and its growing portfolio of resort properties. Kennealey succeeds Scott Dalecio, who will step down as CEO but continue as a senior advisor to KSLR and executive chairman of Outrigger Resorts & Hotels. A former principal and head of hospitality at KSL Capital Partners
