What’s New in Hotel Online Distribution and Tech Trends? W1, October 2024

Here is your weekly industry news round-up. Check out the short snippets here and follow below for more details. 

  • Rotana reveals bold expansion plans at FHS 2024  
  • Extended Stay America Premier Suites – Pueblo opens 
  • Brian Applegarth joins Travel Marketing Network 
  • Leadership changes announced at Alexandra Resort 
  • Taj restaurants in Chennai earn Traveller’s Choice awards 

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Newshound w1, October 2024

Rotana highlights expansion and trends at FHS 2024 

Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Türkiye (MENAT), announced its ambitious expansion plans for the region and beyond at the Future Hospitality Summit World (FHS) today. Driving Rotana’s aggressive pipeline is the development of 43 new properties in 26 cities in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Türkiye by 2026. Once complete, the new properties will add 9,049 rooms to Rotana’s inventory, taking its total keys to 30,225. 

https://shorturl.at/BUdJ8

Extended Stay America Premier Suites – Pueblo opens 

Extended Stay America announced the opening of the 45th Extended Stay America Premier Suites located in Pueblo, Colorado. Developed by BEP Pueblo Hospitality LLC, constructed by Integrated Hospitality Construction LLC, and managed by Aimbridge Hospitality, this new property will add to the extended-stay experience in the region. Situated off I-25, the Extended Stay America Premier Suites – Pueblo offers access to business centers and attractions. 

https://shorturl.at/lGUiW

Cannabis travel pioneer joins Travel Marketing Network 

Tourism Boards, Hotels, and Tour operators are turning to TravelMarketingNetwork for PR and Marketing inspiration, representation, and outreach with the expectation of developing their business or destinations beyond press releases, road shows, and what is considered routine. Cannabis tourism development is the latest addition for this NY-based PR and Marketing agency network. TravelMarketing Network members have full access to the TravelNewsGroup database and outreach options, including eTurboNews. 

https://shorturl.at/f6mhw

Alexandra Resort nears completion of colossal renovations 

Alexandra Resort, a premier all-inclusive destination on the world-renowned Grace Bay Beach in Turks and Caicos, has announced the appointment of three key leaders to its team. Aleisa Musgrove-Walkin has been named General Manager, Hermian Griffith has joined as Assistant General Manager, and Sovan Das has taken on the role of Executive Chef. These leadership changes coincide with a significant renovation project, including upgrades to guest rooms, the lobby, the Sand Piper Kids Club, and the Elevate Spa. 

https://shorturl.at/nyjb6

Taj restaurants in Chennai awarded by Tripadvisor 

Six restaurants across Taj hotels in Chennai have been awarded the prestigious Tripadvisor Traveller’s Choice Awards for Restaurants 2024, recognising their commitment to delivering unique dining experiences.  The restaurants are Southern Spice, Golden Dragon, Anise, and Chipstead at Taj Coromandel, Chennai, and Raintree and The Verandah at Taj Connemara, Chennai. Taj Coromandel, an iconic landmark in the heart of Chennai, celebrates five decades of unparalleled hospitality and timeless sophistication. 

https://shorturl.at/NIvjN

That’s all folks!

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