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The return of ‘revenge travel’: As omicron wanes, Americans eagerly book vacations

Travel agents, hotel operators and restaurateurs say they’ve seen dramatic spikes in demand in the past week, following a drop of more than 40 percent in daily U.S. coronavirus cases and spates of warmer weather in some parts of the country. People are booking spring break trips and summer vacations. They’re splurging on Disney vacations, private tours of Hawaii and cruises to Antarctica.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2022/02/17/travel-vacations-economy-omicron/?utm_campaign=wp_post_most&utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&wpisrc=nl_most&carta-url=https%3A%2F%2Fs2.washingtonpost.com%2Fcar-ln-tr%2F3612732%2F620e7dae9d2fda34e7973d20%2F5972f44aade4e21a8487f3a1%2F23%2F72%2F620e7dae9d2fda34e7973d20

The return of ‘revenge travel’: As omicron wanes, Americans eagerly book vacations Travel agents, hotel operators and restaurateurs say they’ve seen dramatic spikes in demand in the past week, following a drop in daily U.S. coronavirus cases and spates of warmer weather in some parts of the country.

Best hotel rankings revealed - hotelbusiness.com

U.S. News & World Report has unveiled its Best Hotels rankings, which evaluate more than 35,000 hotels and resorts across the U.S., Europe, Canada, Mexico, Bermuda and the Caribbean.

Best hotel rankings revealed - hotelbusiness.com The Peninsula Chicago U.S. No. 1 Read More

Hotel CEOs predict record numbers for 2022

Buckle up!

https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Hotel-News/Hotel-CEOs-predict-record-numbers-for-2022

Hotel CEOs predict record numbers for 2022 Speaking at NYU's International Hospitality Investment Conference, industry leaders said they are confident both business and leisure travel will recover and grow.

Association leaders discuss issues at NYU - Hotel Business

Some insights from the 43rd Annual NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference.

I"n terms of the labor crunch—the biggest issue facing the industry—Dow said that raising wages is not the only way to attract workers. 'We’ve got to take a whole fresh look at how we approach labor,' he said. 'Flexibility—can there be a gig workforce? Can someone work two days a week? Can someone work in a Marriott on a Tuesday and a Hilton on a Wednesday? We got to really rethink this. Starbucks is doing four-hour shifts and getting big productivity. We got to think of 10 housekeepers work together at a four-hour shift and take care of their families.'

Read more here.
https://www.hotelbusiness.com/association-leaders-discuss-issues-at-nyu/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&oly_enc_id=1794A0396367F4U

Association leaders discuss issues at NYU - Hotel Business NEW YORK—The 43rd Annual NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference at the New York Marriott Marquis here brought together the leaders NYU

André De Shields Highlights “NYC Tourism Is Back” Gathering Ahead of Return to Broadway

"New Yorkers know the city works best when we all come together. Our tourism community is strong and our city is resilient. "

André De Shields Highlights “NYC Tourism Is Back” Gathering Ahead of Return to Broadway As New York City's recovery continues and visitors begin their return, the city's tourism industry came together last night, Monday, August 30th, for the 'NYC Tourism Is Back, Start Spreading Your News' cocktail reception. Popular tourist destination One World Observatory hosted the gathering along....

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General Manager/Ohio

- New build, lifestyle hotel
- 125 Guest Rooms
- 2 food and beverage outlets - 7,500 square feet of restaurant space (new steak house concept)
- 2 event spaces including a high-traffic bar and nightlife space
- Fitness center and pool

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Wishing everyone a bright and brilliant new year ahead. Cheers to opening more doors in 2021, both literally and figuratively. Wishing our MA community the best and we look forward to helping YOU find new opportunities this year.

When to Reopen Your Hotel: The Decision to Shut Down Was Hard, But the Decision to Reopen Is Even Harder | Hotel Business

While there is no perfect reopening date for any one property, owners will be well-served by carefully weighing these considerations in light of the facts on the ground.

When to Reopen Your Hotel: The Decision to Shut Down Was Hard, But the Decision to Reopen Is Even Harder | Hotel Business By Matthew R. Arrants Politicians and industry leaders are struggling with when to allow hotels to open. Even when policy changes, just because hotels can

Want a Nice Dinner Out? Your Hotel Room Awaits

Let's take this inside {the hotel room}. Hotels and restaurants collaborate to give new meaning to private dining (steakcation, anyone?)

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/24/travel/hotels-restaurants-private-dining.html

Want a Nice Dinner Out? Your Hotel Room Awaits Restaurateurs and hoteliers are teaming up to create private dining experiences that allow guests to get out of the house, but limit their exposure to others.

2021 Travel Forecast: The ‘Vaxication’ and Other Trends

See you soon, 2021

2021 Travel Forecast: The ‘Vaxication’ and Other Trends Travelers will be ready to hit the road with vaccines.

15 Newly Renovated Hotels To Visit

On Fridays, we wanderlust. Check out some of the latest newly renovated hotels to add to your travel list.

15 Newly Renovated Hotels To Visit These properties emerged out of lockdown looking better than ever.

Marshall-Alan Associates updated their address.

Marshall-Alan Associates updated their address.

Alan Massarsky, President of Marshall-Alan Associates, announces the retirement of Joan Steinberg, Managing Director of the company.

Joan has been with Marshall-Alan Associates since its founding in 1982. During that time, she has been an essential member of the team. She is responsible for growing and advancing the careers of countless hospitality professionals who rely on her knowledge, expertise and understanding of the industry. Throughout her storied career, Joan has earned the trust and friendship of applicants who often became longtime friends and clients due to their reliance on her professionalism and concern for their success.

Joan’s colleagues and friends at Marshall-Alan Associates will miss her insights, support, style and humor. We are grateful for the many years and the many successes we have experienced with her. Join us in thanking her and wishing her a happy retirement!

What he said!

Hilton Survey Reveals ‘Travel Memory Deficit,’ Pent Up Travel Demand | Hotel Business

"...according to a new study conducted on behalf of Hilton, Americans say travel is their most frequently recalled happy memory, more than special occasions or personal achievements and the majority cite creating lasting memories as a primary motive for trips."
cc: Hilton

Hilton Survey Reveals ‘Travel Memory Deficit,’ Pent Up Travel Demand | Hotel Business MCLEAN, VA—After six months of restrictions brought on by a global pandemic, it may be no surprise that Americans are missing travel right now. But what Hilton

***New Listing***
Director of Sales & Marketing-Boston
- Solid 4-star property
- Big house experience, all markets
- Supervise a team of 15
- Requires a true, strategic and progressive professional
- Aggressive compensation & benefits

Contact:
Alan Massarsky // [email protected]
Kyrk Pappas // [email protected]

This boutique Brooklyn hotel is turning its rooms into offices for $200 a day

Brooklyn's Wythe hotel continues to pivot to serve their market, this time by utilizing empty rooms as private offices.
https://www.fastcompany.com/90529183/this-boutique-brooklyn-hotel-is-turning-its-rooms-into-offices-for-200-a-day

This boutique Brooklyn hotel is turning its rooms into offices for $200 a day You can even order room service.

***New Listing***
Complex Hotel General Manager
San Francisco
- Oversight for two hotels
- Seeking a strong, revenue-driven leader

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GBTA: Renewed Levels of Optimism as Business Bookings Resume | Hotel Business

Higher levels of optimism in the business travel sector have started to appear, according to new research issued today by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA).

GBTA: Renewed Levels of Optimism as Business Bookings Resume | Hotel Business ALEXANDRIA, VA—Higher levels of optimism in the business travel sector have started to appear, according to new research issued today by the Global GBTA

Car travel starts hospitality on road to recovery

Hoteliers across the world are counting on "staycations" to resuscitate pandemic-pummeled business as leisure travelers escape from months of isolation.

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Car travel starts hospitality on road to recovery Hoteliers across the world are counting on "staycations" to resuscitate pandemic-pummeled business as leisure travelers escape from months of isolation but shy away from air travel. Meanwhile, the crucial base of business travel and conferences is expected to lag far behind the vacation sector in re...

Tripadvisor Study Outlines Five-Stage Hospitality Recovery | Hotel Business

Decline. Plateau. Emerge. Domestic. International.
Tripadvisor shows the world is still hungry for travel and the 5 stages to recovery along with it.

https://www.hotelbusiness.com/tripadvisor-study-outlines-5-stage-hospitality-recovery/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&oly_enc_id=1794A0396367F4U

Tripadvisor Study Outlines Five-Stage Hospitality Recovery | Hotel Business INTERNATIONAL REPORT—Tripadvisor’s latest study, “Beyond COVID-19: The Road to Recovery for the Travel Industry,” outlines a five-stage recovery for the TripAdvisor

The Most Important Word in the Hospitality Industry? ‘Clean’

The world’s largest hotel companies have all come forward in recent weeks to announce new cleaning playbooks.

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/03/travel/the-most-important-word-in-the-hospitality-industry-clean.html

The Most Important Word in the Hospitality Industry? ‘Clean’ The world’s largest hotel companies have all come forward in recent weeks to announce new cleaning playbooks.

Remote-Working From a Different State? Beware of a Tax Surprise

If you’re doing your job remotely from a state different from your usual one, The Wall Street Journal shares some important tax information to be aware of.

https://www.wsj.com/articles/remote-working-from-a-different-state-beware-of-a-tax-surprise-11590744601

Remote-Working From a Different State? Beware of a Tax Surprise Many workers will face extra taxes by the states they have worked in during the coronavirus crisis.

How Italian Resorts and Hotels Are Gearing Up for a Socially Distanced Summer

As lockdown eases across the country, properties from the Amalfi Coast to Rome are preparing for a very different summer.

How Italian Resorts and Hotels Are Gearing Up for a Socially Distanced Summer As lockdown eases across the country, properties from the Amalfi Coast to Rome are preparing for a very different summer.

Consumer research shows promising desire for travel

Two of the hardest-hit lodging segments—luxury hotels and vacation rentals—are showing signs of hope, data from STR shows.

http://www.hotelnewsnow.com/Articles/302771/Consumer-research-shows-promising-desire-for-travel

Consumer research shows promising desire for travel Two of the hardest-hit lodging segments—luxury hotels and vacation rentals—are showing signs of hope, data from STR shows.

Hilton, AMEX Form Partnership With World Central Kitchen

After housing millions of frontline workers, Hilton and American Express bring in an additional culinary partner to further give back to the front line.
https://www.travelpulse.com/news/hotels-and-resorts/hilton-amex-form-partnership-with-world-central-kitchen.html

Hilton, AMEX Form Partnership With World Central Kitchen Program will house, feed frontline healthcare professionals

Take advantage of hearing from the industry greats on Instagram Live. Today, A Hotel Life goes live with Ian Schrager today at 1 PM Est

https://www.instagram.com/ahotellife/

How a Luxury Hotel on Billionaires’ Row Became a Dorm for Hospital Workers

In a matter of days, the Four Seasons New York reinvented itself and is now exclusively dedicated to keeping doctors, nurses and other medical professionals well rested and safe.

How a Luxury Hotel on Billionaires’ Row Became a Dorm for Hospital Workers The Four Seasons reinvented itself in a matter of days.

Who Knew Grocery Shopping Could Be So Stressful?

Let's face it, going to the grocery store has changed.

Hear tips on how to shop for essentials from infectious disease experts.

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/26/well/eat/coronavirus-shopping-food-groceries-infection.html?referringSource=articleShare

Who Knew Grocery Shopping Could Be So Stressful? Pushing a shopping cart, braving crowded aisles and even unpacking bags feel perilous. Here’s our guide to shopping during the coronavirus crisis.

Doctors, nurses and other medical personnel battling the coronavirus pandemic can stay free of charge at the Four Seasons New York on 57th Street.

https://nypost.com/2020/03/25/four-seasons-offers-free-stay-for-medical-workers-fighting-coronavirus/

Because great hotel restaurants deserve to shine!
https://thepointsguy.com/guide/best-restaurants-in-hotels/

Happy Valentine's Day. Fall in love with a new career move! Our newest listings include:

- VP Finance, NYC
- Regional VP Hotel Operations, West Coast
- Restaurant General Manager, NYC

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China's ripple affect across the hotel industry.

"New York and other tourist destinations around the world are facing precipitous drops in demand for hotel rooms and restaurants..."

CC: The New York Times

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/04/nyregion/nyc-china-tourism-coronavirus-chinatown.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share

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It's unofficially 'back to the office day' and we've got some listings for you to check out, from coast to coast!

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This Union Defeated Airbnb. Now It’s Taking Aim at a New Target.

This Union Defeated Airbnb. Now It’s Taking Aim at a New Target. The hotel workers’ union has become one of the most feared political forces in New York.