February 06, 2012
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Your Travel Franchise News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in travel franchising news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the travel franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Travel Franchise NewsFear of Losing Loyalty-Program Status Looms Larger Than Lost Luggage, Missed Flights73% of travelers would choose loyalty-program benefits over a spouse if they could take just one on the road, according to an eye-opening survey of nearly 10,000 globetrotters released today by Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG). Value Place Franchise Services LLC Expands Franchise Development TeamValue Place, the largest economy extended stay lodging franchise in the United States, announces the addition of two key members to its franchise development team. New-Build Holiday Inn New York City Midtown - 31st St. Opens in the Heart of ManhattanIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] announced today the opening of the new-build Holiday Inn New York City Midtown-31st St. Starwood Hotels Launches Dream Vacation Contest on FacebookStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) wants to know "What Vacation Means to You" so the global hospitality giant has launched a dream vacation contest available exclusively on Facebook. Sheraton Atlanta Perimeter Hotel Invites Guests to Celebrate Valentine's Day with their Special Romance PackageSheraton Atlanta Perimeter Hotel North, located near Dunwoody, GA, announces a new special savings package. Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara Opens in the Heart of Santa Barbara's Vibrant Art SceneHotel Indigo, IHG’s (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] upscale boutique brand, today announces the February opening of the Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara. Hyatt Announces Plans for Three New Hotels in the Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaHyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into agreements with Naseel Holding Company to manage three new Hyatt-branded hotels in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Motel 6 Network Opens 55 Hotels in 2011Accor North America, one of the nation’s largest owner/operators of economy lodging, announces the opening of 55 hotels in 2011, all under franchise contracts. St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Continues Remarkable Global Growth with the Debut of The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort & ResidencesStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announces the opening of the highly anticipated St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort & Residences, as St. Regis nearly triples its global portfolio in just five years. Hyatt Place San Jose/Down Town Celebrates Official OpeningHyatt Hotels & Resorts and Dinapoli Capital Partners today announce the opening of Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown, the first Hyatt Place hotel in San Jose. Wyndham Hotel Group Launches New Website to Drive Direct BusinessBusy travelers looking for a quick and easy way to search and book any hotel within the extensive Wyndham Hotel Group portfolio can now do so on www.wyndhamhotelgroup.com, a new website.
Embassy Suites West Palm Beach-Central Opens DoorsEmbassy Suites Hotels today announced the opening of Embassy Suites West Palm Beach-Central, the brand’s nineteenth hotel in the state of Florida. Red Lion Hotels Partners with TravelClick to Create Hyper-Local Web and Mobile PlatformsRed Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE: RLH) has partnered with TravelClick(R) to create industry leading web and mobile platforms for a dynamic and interactive travel research and booking experience that will forever change how guests interact with the brand. The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts Premieres 'HERE', an Original Short Film Capturing an Unexpected Journey Across AmericaThe Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. (NYSE: HOT), today premieres an original short film produced by the brand's newest Global Explorer Waris Ahluwalia, offering a glimpse into the hidden...
Lightstone Group and Sage Hospitality Sign Development Deal for New DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Location in Greater BostonSage Hospitality and The Lightstone Group are pleased to announce the signing of a franchise license agreement with Hilton Worldwide for a new DoubleTree by Hilton hotel location in Danvers, Mass. St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Champions Polo in Brazil with St. Regis Connoisseur Nacho Figueras & Prince HarryStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) announces today that the St. Regis brand will expand its partnership with Sentebale, by joining the charitable polo match played in Brazil for the first time this March. Top 10 2012 Los Cabos Travel TrendsThe strengthening economy and consumer confidence have experts predicting travel increases in 2012. Starwood Reinvents Hotel Loyalty Landscape with First-of-Its-Kind Benefits for Global Mega TravelersStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) is raising the stakes in the hotel loyalty landscape to win greater share from the world’s most prolific travelers, a powerful and growing group of global mega travelers. St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Takes Luxury to New Heights with the Debut of the 100-Story St. Regis ShenzhenSt. Regis(R) Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. (NYSE: HOT), announces today the highly anticipated opening of The St. Regis Shenzhen, now the world’s tallest St. Regis hotel and the tallest building in the... DoubleTree by Hilton Opens Second Mexican Hotel in Historic City of SaltilloDoubleTree by Hilton proudly announces the opening of its second Mexican hotel in the historic city of Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico. IHG Announces Robert Morse as Americas Chief Operating OfficerIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] today announces that Robert “Bob” Morse has been appointed senior vice president and chief operating officer for the Americas region, succeeding Angela Brav who is now president. Wyndham Hotel Group Selects Maxymiser to Boost Sales and Conversion RatesWyndham Hotel Group, LLC, the world's largest hotel company based on number of hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), has teamed up with Maxymiser.
Westin Hotels to Make Debut in Cleveland, OhioStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced plans to introduce its popular Westin brand to Cleveland, Ohio. Choice Hotels International President & CEO Stephen Joyce Receives 2010 Community Partner Award from ServiceSourceLeading lodging franchisor Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is pleased to recognize its President and Chief Executive Officer Stephen P. Joyce as the 2010 Community Partner Award recipient from ServiceSource, Inc. for his charitable efforts d
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC Annual Financial Report 2009In accordance with the Listing Rules, InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (the "Company") has submitted the following documents to the UK Listing Authority today. These will be available for inspection at the UK Listing Authority's Document Viewing... Expedia(R) CruiseShipCenters(R) National Conference Finishes StrongDuring Expedia CruiseShipCenters’ National Conference’s concluding keynote, Dondra Ritzenthaler, Senior Vice President, Sales for Celebrity Cruises, delivered a compelling presentation about the necessity of Finishing Strong in both personal.. IHG announces opening of Crowne Plaza SemarangIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) announced today that the new 270-room Crowne Plaza Semarang will open its doors on 22 January 2012. Owned by the Golden Flower Group, the hotel will be managed by IHG. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Sea World - Beach Area Opens Following $1.5 Million ConversionIHG announces the opening of the new Holiday Inn Express San Diego Sea World, Beach Area, which recently underwent a conversion from a Comfort Inn. Statement on Flooding Situation in BangkokThe seasonal monsoon rainfall, worsened by a series of tropical depressions, is flooding wide areas of central Thailand including Ayutthaya province. Choice Hotels International Celebrates 5,000th choiceADVANTAGE InstallationChoice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest lodging franchisors, announced today that it has deployed its cloud-based hotel property management system, choiceADVANTAGE, to its 5,000th hotel—the Comfort Hotel De... Park Hyatt Koh Samui to Open in 2009Hyatt Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement to manage a new luxury resort that is being developed by Proud Resorts Koh Samui Co. Ltd., a joint venture between real estate and hospitality investment specialists, First Oriental, and the Liptapanlop.. RB Capital to build Kuala Lumpur’s first Holiday Inn ExpressInterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed an agreement with RB Capital to manage Kuala Lumpur’s first Holiday Inn Express, which will be built along Bukit Bintang by Amsterling Hotels Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of RB Capital. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Phoenix Tempe University Opens Following $1.5 Million ConversionIHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] announces the opening of the new Holiday Inn Express & Suites Phoenix Tempe University, which recently underwent a conversion from a Comfort Inn. Honoring 25th Anniversary, Priority Club Rewards Enhance Bonus Points Promotion With 25,000 Points Per Day GiveawayJust in time for the fall travel season, IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON:IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] is making it quick and easy for guests to earn double points or double miles through Priority Club Rewards, its award-winning customer loyalty program Starwood Closes 2011 Adding the Most New Hotel Rooms in Its History Plus More New Deals Than since Pre-CrisisFrom the American Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) in Los Angeles, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced that building on a year of record growth and deal activity in 2011 it plans to open an additional 80 new hotels... Newcrest Hotels Opens Two New IHG PropertiesDespite the challenging economy, Newcrest Hotels has pursued an aggressive growth strategy in the midscale hotel segment and has recently opened the latest additions to their portfolio - a Holiday Inn Express in Paris, Texas and a Holiday Inn Express... Starwood Hotels & Resorts Checks-in to StamfordStarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) has relocated its global headquarters from White Plains, NY to Stamford, bringing more than 800 jobs to Connecticut. Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach Celebrates Opening of Pali TowerAmongst a sea of guests, Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach today opened the doors of the Pali Tower, the first of two towers being constructed at this property, marking the launch of the first Hyatt Place hotel in the Hawaii market. Atlanta Perimeter Hotel Offers Close Lodging to 2011 Chick-fil-A Bowl Football FansSheraton Atlanta Perimeter Hotel North, located near Sandy Springs, GA offers convenient accommodations to collegiate football fans attending the Chick-fil-A Bowl on Saturday, December 31, 2011 at Georgia Dome. Starwood Shakes up the Status Quo Introducing 'Round-the-Clock' Check-in for Most Loyal Starwood Preferred Guest MembersWith Your24(TM), a groundbreaking new benefit announced today, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) will abolish set check-in and checkout times for select Starwood Preferred Guest elite members and introduce 'round-the-clock'... Hilton Worldwide Becomes Fastest Growing Major Hotel CompanyHilton Worldwide has become the fastest growing major hotel company, expanding its portfolio by 29 percent since June 2007 and surpassing its competitors in total rate of room growth. Choice Hotels Introduces a Redefined & Redesigned Comfort Brand FamilyKicking off the New Year at this year's annual Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS), Choice Hotels (NYSE: CHH) invites the lodging community to rediscover its flagship brand. Hyatt and Partnership for a Healthier America Team up to Help Fight Childhood ObesityThe Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA), which works with the private sector and honorary chairwoman First Lady Michelle Obama to solve the nation's childhood obesity crisis, announced today at its inaugural Building a Healthier Future Summit that.. New Partnership Offers La Quinta Guests Access to Regus' 1,200 Business Lounges WorldwideRegus, the world's largest provider of flexible workplaces, today announced a partnership with La Quinta Inns & Suites that will provide La Quinta business travelers access to a professional workspace while on the road. Hyatt Introduces Hyatt HouseTM in India with Agreement for Hotel in MumbaiHyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the introduction of its new Hyatt House extended-stay brand in India, with the signing of a management agreement by a Hyatt affiliate for a hotel in Mumbai. Daughtry, O.A.R., Michelle Branch, Javiar Colon Among Headliners Confirmed for Eighth Edition of Exclusive ShowcaseDaughtry, O.A.R., Michelle Branch and Javier Colon will top the A list roster headlining the eighth edition of Aloft Hotels presents Live in the Vineyard, the exclusive Napa Valley live-music showcase during the weekend of November 5. |
Features & Special ReportsCreating a Cost-Effective Lead Generation StrategyFor many franchisors, the traditional advertising vehicles - portals, print advertising, PR, and broker networks - do not appear to be working as effectively as they were five years ago. New Highlights from the 2012 AFDRIn the previous two issues of FUSR, we published (1) a high-level overview of the 2012 Annual Franchise Development Report (AFDR), followed by (2) a selection of highlights from the report. Finding Your Optimal Buyer: Sellers Must Learn To Look Beyond PriceWhen sellers are contemplating a decision regarding the sale of their business, they overwhelmingly select the bidder with the highest price, only to find afterward that this might not have been the best decision for their circumstances. The Four Steps to Lead Generation Success, Part 4: Wow 'Em!This fourth installment builds on those ideas, showing how you can "wow" your candidates and the importance of how you present your concept to them. The Winner's Column - February 2012As savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in a volatile economy, FUSR continues to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, innovating, and continuing to grow, whether domestically or overseas. Jim Collins to Keynote 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising ConferenceMulti-Unit Franchisee Magazine announced today that Jim Collins, business expert and best-selling author, will deliver the opening keynote address at the 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (MUFC). Growing Up Franchising: Sam Covelli Develops Both His Brands And EmployeesSam Covelli says he grew up in the restaurant business working in his father's McDonald's. Under his father's leadership, Covelli Enterprises eventually grew to 26 locations, one of the largest McDonald's franchisees in the country. Members Only: Ray Harrigill Builds A Successful Membership-Based Business ModelRay Harrigill believes in diversification. His Sunray Companies has restaurants (Bumpers Drive-In), tanning salons (Palm Beach Tan), fitness centers (Koko FitClub), and hotel properties (Hampton Inn), to name a few. That's because of lessons he's learned along the way. Creating Jobs: Zane Tankel Is Taking Matters Into His Own HandsZane Tankel is not waiting on any government job programs to help his business. CMO Roundtable - Using Profiling to Retain More CustomersWhat are some fresh, innovative ways you are using profiling, targeting,<br /> and loyalty programs to acquire and retain more customers? 
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