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LOUISVILLE, Kentucky—Rockbridge and Musselman Hotels announced the opening of the new 111-room Hampton Inn & Suites in Louisville East Oxmoor, Kentucky. The new hotel is located in East Louisville within a retail, entertainment, and commercial corridor with access to the airport, shopping centers, and downtown Louisville. The hotel is near attractions such as Churchill Downs, Louisville Slugger Museum, and the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. “The new Hampton Inn & Suites Louisville East Oxmoor, KY marks our
Comings & goings
Remington Hospitality appointed Brian Ehrlich as senior vice president of business development. In his role, Ehrlich will support the company’s growth by identifying new marketing opportunities and strengthening partnerships. Heritage Hotels & Resorts announced the appointment of Lucas Swallows to corporate director of mixology. Swallows brings over 20 years of experience in the food and beverage industry to his new role where he will oversee bar operations across the company’s 11 properties. Sanctuary Camelback Mountain,
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A Return to Tried and True: Best Practices to Ameliorate the Lodging Industry’s High Quit Rate

Posted by Peter Ricci on  February 5, 2025
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Category: People, Talent
The COVID-19 pandemic is long gone. According to an excellent joint research presentation (from VISIT FLORIDA and Skift) at the recent annual Florida Governor’s Conference, normal has returned. Not “new” normal, but normal. To me that means demand, economic cycles, booking patterns, et al. are returning to some sort of “Oh, yeah, I recognize that!” Well, what happened to the workforce? At the same conference, I asked during my own time on stage how many

Sonesta Maho Beach Resort, Casino & Spa Opens Cloud 9 Rooftop Bar

Posted by LODGING Staff on  February 5, 2025
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MAHO, St. Maarten—Sonesta Maho Beach Resort, Casino & Spa announced the opening of Cloud 9 Rooftop Bar. Part of the new Ultimate Adults Only Club, the resort’s collection of adults-only accommodations, guests can expect craft cocktails, small bites, and live music on select nights. “Travelers and locals alike cherish plane-spotting from Sonesta Maho Beach Resort, and we’re thrilled to debut Cloud 9 as an elevated option for travelers to take in this unique pastime from
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Radisson Hotel Group Adds Almost 40,000 Keys to Global Portfolio

Posted by LODGING Staff on  February 5, 2025
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BRUSSELS—Radisson Hotel Group reported a record-breaking year in 2024 after adding almost 40,000 keys to its global brand portfolio, thereby achieving milestones and further strengthening its footprint. Elie Younes, executive vice president and global chief development officer, Radisson Hotel Group, said, “Despite global geopolitical shifts in 2024, we had a successful year thanks to our relentless efforts to serve our two key customers: the guest and the owner. In 2025, we will continue creating more