http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel HotelMotel.com offers up to the minute news and information for every category of the hospitality industry, HotelMotel.com brings the award winning editorial of <i>Hotel & Motel Management</i> online. Other great site features include a comprehensive eDirectory, complete events calendar and e-mail newsletters. 2008-05-17T16:19:22Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Columns/AAHOA-promotes-finding-common-ground/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516466?ref=25 As many of you already know, the Asian American Hotel Owners Assn. held its Annual Convention & Trade Show March 26-29 in San Antonio. Keynote speakers Jimmy Johnson, representatives from Afterburner and columnists from USA Today's "Common Ground" rounded out a very busy schedule of 15 professional development breakout sessions, 450 vendor exhibitors, and speeches by luminaries like Elaine Chao, U.S. secretary of labor, and Kay Bailey Hutchison, U.S. senator. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516466null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Columns/Be-prepared-for-negotiations-with-group-sales/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516465?ref=25 In past years, we have seen many cases when hotel sales staffers have sold to groups and no negotiations had taken place at all. Quite often, in cases of small groups seeking conference space, sleeping rooms and meals, whatever a property sales person offered was accepted, and a contract was signed without any negotiations taking place. This also has happened when corporate travel managers accept an annual contract for a guaranteed rate on sleeping rooms for their traveling executives. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516465null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Top+stories/Study-Stimulus-checks-could-benefit-industry/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516458?ref=25 National Report–With "downturn" the buzzword at nearly every conference and occupancy numbers slipping in most markets, any good news is welcomed with open arms. A recent study that says many travelers will spend upcoming economic stimulus checks on summer and fall vacations could provide at least a small amount of relief. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516458null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Top+stories/Sheraton-builds-on-international-success/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516460?ref=25 White Plains, N.Y.–It's Sheraton's turn to shine. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516460null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Columns/HotelWorlds-first-year-caters-to-attendees-exhibit/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516471?ref=25 First things first, let me introduce myself. I'm Liz Crawford, group show director for Questex Media Group. Together with my great team, we launched HotelWorld Expo & Conference in Las Vegas. If you were a participant, our many thanks for your support. We could not have done it without you. With 200 exhibitors and more than 2,500 hotelier attendees, the event was extremely well received among the market, making the new International Hospitality Week the largest hospitality event in North America. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516471null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Columns/Develop-plan-to-protect-guests-information-belongi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516463?ref=25 Q. What are some tips to protect sensitive information from credit and debit transactions? 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516463null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Columns/Weekend-getaways-appeal-to-full-timers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516469?ref=25 The pressures of contemporary life are palpable to most adults who are employed full time and, in particular, those in the workforce who happen to reside in a household in which both the husband and wife are employed full time (approximately 60 percent of all "spousal" households). The resulting sense of "time poverty" has precipitated a gradual decline in vacation length and a corresponding surge in leisure trips taken over weekends. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516469null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Columns/Vicarious-liability-creates-franchising-risk/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516467?ref=25 Simply stated, vicarious liability in franchising is when a franchisor is held liable for the acts of a franchisee that caused injury or damage to a third person. Nowhere are the negatives of vicarious liability more evident than in the hotel industry. Guests at hotels incurring injuries or damages will sue not only the franchisee but also the franchisor, based on the premise that the franchisor controls the franchisee and should have prevented the injury and damages. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516467null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Editorial+Feature/Greening-the-guestroom/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516473?ref=25 The guestroom is where your guests spend the most amount of time—sleeping, bathing, changing clothes. Keeping them healthy and happy can depend on the cleanliness of the guestroom, and green cleaning methods benefit the guest and the environment. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516473null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Columns/Should-you-let-your-hotel-go-to-the-dogs/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516470?ref=25 In our society, pets are becoming less like "animals" and more like furry members of the family. According to the 2007 U.S. Pet Ownership & Demographics Sourcebook, 49.7 percent of pet owners consider their pets family members. Given our love of pets, it might seem advantageous for hotel owners to implement policies allowing pets to stay at hotels. Loews Hotels has been a leader in this area and considers itself one of the most pet-friendly hotels around. But, before deciding to permit pets at a hotel, here are some considerations a hotel owner should take into account. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516470null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News/FACs-evolve-to-meet-brand-owner-needs/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516474?ref=25 An efficient franchise advisory council can be the bridge that joins a franchisor and franchisee partnership. The active involvement of both parties is necessary to make this happen. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516474null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Columns/Girlfriend-getaways-make-up-6-billion-travel-segme/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516464?ref=25 A spire and AAA Worldwide Travel performed research on the girlfriend getaway market and uncovered that this once emerging trend has developed into a $6-billion dollar segment. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516464null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Columns/Estate-planning-can-be-a-painful-experience/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516468?ref=25 What do estate planning and going to the dentist have in common? To mention only a few commonalities, think about the words annoying, painful, time consuming, expensive, demand attention, make decisions, effort, serious, discomfort, agony, poor experience—we could go on and on and on. No wonder people are reluctant to address their estate planning documents or see a dentist on a regular basis. Both your legal documents and your oral health must be addressed to avoid pain, uncertainty and confusion and create a level of contentment, pleasure and peace. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516468null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Top+stories/Slower-smaller-transactions-in-first-quarter/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516461?ref=25 National Report–As 2007 came to a close, brokers and investors looked toward the coming year with a wary eye. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516461null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Perspective/So-much-development-to-see-in-Dubai/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516462?ref=25 We've all read stories about Dubai's tremendous growth, and those of us in the hospitality industry in particular are bombarded with stories from every angle about hotel expansion and resort development in this Middle Eastern region. When I traveled there for the Global Travel & Tourism Summit, I expected a mini Las Vegas, but I was pleasantly surprised by what I saw. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516462null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Top+stories/Hotelier-of-the-Year-leads-team-to-victory/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516459?ref=25 Las Vegas–Good culture leads to good business, according to Bob Habeeb, president and c.o.o. of Rosemont, Ill.-based First Hospitality Group, and winner of the first Hotelier of the Year award sponsored by Hotel & Motel Management. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516459null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Top+stories/Hoteliers-armed-with-knowledge/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516457?ref=25 Washington–While the political agenda for the American Hotel & Lodging Assn.'s annual Legislative Action Summit might look familiar, there is a climate of change for this year's election season, according to the keynote speaker. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516457null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Columns/Economy-segment-sees-significant-boost-in-supply/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516472?ref=25 The economy segment holds a solid place in the U.S. lodging industry, accounting for about one-quarter of chain-affiliated hotel rooms (about 748,000 guestrooms) and capturing 11 percent of chain room revenue. The segment's ability to withstand pricing pressure from higher segments in a challenging economic climate is evident in the accompanying charts. 2008-05-19T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516472null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/People/Hilton-Waikiki-Prince-Kuhio-names-new-gm/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517162?ref=25 San Francisco-based Stanford Hotels Corp. has appointed David Givens g.m. of the recently renovated 600-room Hilton Waikiki Prince Kuhio Hotel. 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517162null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/People/Brett-Blass-joins-Thompson/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517167?ref=25 Blass has been appointed regional v.p. of operations for the Thompson Hotel Group, oversseing Donovan House in Washington and the Thompson Toronto. 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517167null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire%3A+Technology/Hilton-Meetings-expands-into-cutting-edge-technolo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517186?ref=25 Among other features, Hilton's smart room designs include a 3M Digital Easel that instantly records flipchart content electronically into a variety of formats for Mac and PC computers and enables collaboration with participants in multiple locations through a shared meeting application. 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517186null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/People/Hotel-Equities-adds-director-of-revenue-management/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517164?ref=25 Promoted from within, Drew Salapka also benefits from Marriott training. 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517164null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Supplier+News/Westin-partners-with-Nintendo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517165?ref=25 Westin Hotels is the first hotel company to partner with Nintendo for its Wii console and will feature this specially designed console as part of the brand?s WestinWORKOUT program at 10 hotels across the United States 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517165null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Hospitality+Headlines/Super-8-introduces-new-logo-symbolizing-makeover/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517161?ref=25 The new logo features a brighter, modern graphic design that, while retaining the 33-year-old original’s colors and outline, symbolizes a brand makeover that includes a new interior décor package for newly constructed hotels and enhanced amenities and services systemwide. 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517161null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Openings/Hilton-Bella-Harbor-opens-in-Dallas/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517169?ref=25 On May 17, Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Whittle Development Inc. will celebrate the opening of the 231-room property, which is operated by Gateway Hospitality Group. 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517169null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/People/Renaissance-Pittsburgh-Hotel-names-new-gm/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517185?ref=25 Andrew HeLal brings 25 years of experience in hotels, resorts and casinos. 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517185null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Openings/IMIC-opens-Wingate-in-South-Carolina/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517168?ref=25 IMIC Hotels recently held a grand opening for the Wingate By Wyndham in Lexington, SC. 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517168null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/People/Sheraton-Atlanta-announces-promotions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517184?ref=25 Cesar Wurm, Jackie Evans, Christina Thompson and Candice Evans have accepted new positions within the 760-room property. 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517184null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/People/The-Fairmont-Washington-promotes-Clifton-to-operat/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517163?ref=25 New Director of Operations Angie Clifton joined 415-room The Fairmont Washington, D.C. in June 2007 as the director of rooms. 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517163null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire%3A+Sales%2FMarketing/The-Luxury-Collection-Hotels-amp-Resorts-unveils-s/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517144?ref=25 The New York-based company has launched partnerships with Luggage Forward and NewspaperDirect. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517144null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/People/Hyatt-gm-wins-award/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517140?ref=25 Steve Dewire, g.m. of Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa near Austin, Texas, was recently presented with the Donald N. Pritzker award, which recognizes Hyatt's most outstanding general managers. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517140null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Supplier+News/Starwood-to-use-Standing-Dog-review-service/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517141?ref=25 Dallas-based Standing Dog Interactive has signed an agreement with Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide to provide the hospitality company with ReviewAnalyst, an online dashboard for tracking consumer-generated hotel reviews, videos and images on popular travel and social sites. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517141null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire%3A+Sales%2FMarketing/The-Plasencia-Group-retained-on-two-luxury-resorts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517142?ref=25 The company is engaged to market and sell the St. Regis Resort, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and secure acquisition financing for the Ladera Resort, St. Lucia, West Indies. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517142null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire%3A+Finance%2FInvestment/Supertel-reports-Q1-results/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517139?ref=25 Supertel Hospitality announced that it had converted $64.6 million of variable rate debt to an average fixed rate of 5.9 percent for the remaining term of 8.8 years. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517139null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Wason-announces-sale-of-Nordic-Village/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517105?ref=25 The Nordic Village Luxury Mountain Getaways in Mount Washington Valley, New Hampshire sold for 13 million. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517105null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Generation-acquires-Charlotte-NC-MainStay-Suites/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517109?ref=25 The extended-stay hotel, built in 2002, is slated for selective upgrades to the guest rooms and hotel lobby. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517109null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire%3A+Sales%2FMarketing/IHG-launches-virtual-hotel/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517143?ref=25 InterContinental Hotels Group has unveiled an online "Innovation Hotel," which showcases some of the best ideas the hotel industry can use when implementing sustainability concepts in the design, development and operation of hotels. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517143null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Confidence-high-after-record-breaking-CHTIC/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517110?ref=25 The 12th Annual Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference (CHTIC) concluded with a very optimistic outlook for the Caribbean region as a record-breaking 522 delegates met at the newly opened Hyatt Regency Trinidad May 6-8 and heard that there is currently more than $100 billion in investment in the region (according to the World Travel & Tourism Council) devoted to improving and expanding tourism facilities and infrastructure. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517110null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Hotel-Indigo-coming-to-College-Park-Ga/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517106?ref=25 College Park is a well-established community near Hartsfield- Jackson Atlanta International Airport and the 142-room property is expected to open in the summer of 2009. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517106null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/CPC-Hospitality-names-Willard-Senior-VP/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517108?ref=25 He has logged a 19-year career in the hospitality industry following his graduation with a bachelor's degree in hospitality management from The Ohio State University. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517108null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Openings/Personality-Hotels-to-debut-Hotel-Frank-amp-Hotel-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517136?ref=25 Personality Hotels, San Francisco's largest privately owned boutique hotel operator, will debut two of the city's most distinctive and fashionable boutique hotels this fall: Hotel Frank and Hotel Vertigo. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517136null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Openings/Microtel-breaks-ground-in-Tennessee/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517135?ref=25 The 62-room Manchester Microtel Inn & Suites, the first new property to be built in the area since 2001, is owned by the Tennessee Hospitality Group Inc. in partnership with the developer, CKSAN Inc., and is expected to open in October. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/517135null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Help-on-the-way-for-small-medium-Caribbean-hotels/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516707?ref=25 The Caribbean Hotel Association (CHA) announced the formation of the Caribbean Tourism Investment Fund designed to help close the financing gap in the Caribbean which has traditionally resulted in limited access to third party equity. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516707null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Accor-North-America-opens-new-corporate-locations/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516661?ref=25 The newest corporate acquisitions in Willoughby, OH and Williansville, NY will continue the company's momentum toward attaining their 1,200-property goal. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516661null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Marriott-LA-at-LA-LIVE-to-Open-in-Spring-2010/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516704?ref=25 The hotel, a key component of the Downtown Los Angeles revitalization project known as L.A. LIVE, will meet the capacity needs for meeting groups staying downtown and will provide direct access to the Los Angeles Convention Center. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516704null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Microtel-opens-in-Port-Charlotte-FL/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516647?ref=25 One of the first hotels to open in the area since the devastation of Hurricane Charley in 2004, it is also the area's first "Green" hotel, implementing programs and practices to protect and conserve Florida's natural resources and the environment. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516647null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/CDC-partners-with-NSPF/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516666?ref=25 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Swimming Pool Foundation (NSPF) have established a Cryptosporidium (Crypto) Outbreak Alert System to help aquatic facilities protect their patrons from recreational water illness. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516666null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Sage-and-Marriott-to-revive-Mt-Laurel-hotel/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516687?ref=25 Sage Hospitality is the force behind the management of the Mt. Laurel Marriott, the "new" hotel on Route 73, just off the New Jersey Turnpike. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516687null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/EZYieldcom-celebrates-four-year-milestone/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516664?ref=25 Throughout the successful four-year relationship, EZYield.com has worked closely with Evans Hotels' management team to ensure that they are receiving the best R.O.I. afforded to the properties. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516664null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Renovations-recognition-for-JQH-Branson-Chateau/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516698?ref=25 John Q. Hammons' Chateau on the Lake Resort, Spa & Convention Center in Branson, Mo., gives the library lounge a smart, new look and is recognized for the second consecutive year in Expedia Insiders' Select Ranking of World's Best Hotels. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516698null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Hotelier-banker-Mike-Patel-honored/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516685?ref=25 Atlantan Mukesh "Mike" Patel will be among this year's recipients of the Ellis Island Medal of Honor given by the National Ethnic Coalition (NECO) on May 10th in New York City. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516685null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/David-Elsewhere-is-everywhere/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516688?ref=25 In the new TownePlace Suites By Marriott -- dancing phenom David Elsewhere choreographs his way through the long term stay hotel designed for 'real living'. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/202008/516688null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Openings/Carlson-signs-50--properties-in-Q1/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515581?ref=25 The new hotels and resorts span 19 countries, including one Regent hotel; 14 Radisson properties; two Rezidor managed Radisson hotels; 18 Country Inn & Suites By Carlson properties; six Park Plaza hotels; and 10 Park Inn locations. 2008-05-08T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515581null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire%3A+Finance%2FInvestment/Mumford-brokers-Hampton-Inn-deal/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515595?ref=25 Mumford Company Closes the Sale of the Hampton Inn of Somerset Pennsylvania Somerset, PA – The Mumford Company is pleased to have once again represented affiliates of Virginia Inn Management in the sale of the Hampton Inn of Somerset, Pennsylvania to Whispering Hospitality, LLC. 2008-05-08T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515595null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Supplier+News/Wayport-to-provide-service-for-3-Trump-properties/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515572?ref=25 Wayport will provide guest access and other public and private side Internet applications on a single converged network in the guestrooms, meeting rooms and common areas of Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino, Trump Marina Hotel Casino and Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort, all in Atlantic City, N.J. 2008-05-08T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515572null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire%3A+Finance%2FInvestment/Molinaro-Koger-brokers-Residence-Inn-by-Marriott-s/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515576?ref=25 The 80-suite extended-stay property in Lubbock, Texas, was acquired by SA Laredo Enterprises from Lion ES Hotels II for an undisclosed price. 2008-05-08T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515576null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/People/Starwood-names-Cava-to-lead-human-resources/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515586?ref=25 Former Wendy's executive Jeff Cava has been appointed executive v.p. and chief human resources officer for Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide. 2008-05-08T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515586null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire%3A+Finance%2FInvestment/IHG-announces-Q1-earnings/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515588?ref=25 In the first quarter of 2008, InterContinental Hotels Group saw a 3.5 percent growth in revenue per available room, increased the number of rooms in its system by more than 5,200, and signed more than 150 hotels into its development pipeline. 2008-05-08T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515588null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Hospitality+Headlines/AAA-report-More-than-25-million-Americans-to-trave/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515227?ref=25 In a first-ever summer forecast for foreign travel, AAA expects 25.1 million Americans will be travelling internationally this summer, an increase of 2.6 percent over the 24.5 million who were estimated to have traveled overseas last summer. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515227null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Mumford-Company-hires-Brian-McCutcheon/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515409?ref=25 The Mumford Company recently hired Brian McCutcheon to join their headquarters in Newport News, VA to serve a Sales Analyst. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515409null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire%3A+Finance%2FInvestment/MK-facilitates-sale-of-Sheraton-Hotel-Iowa-City/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515366?ref=25 Molinaro Koger marketed and structured the sale of the 234-room Sheraton Hotel Iowa City on behalf of Ashford Hospitality Trust for an undisclosed amount to a joint venture of Davidson Hotel Co. and RockBridge Capital, LLC. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515366null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Hospitality+Headlines/Starwood-names-former-Nike-exec-as-cbo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515435?ref=25 As chief brand officer, Phil McAveety will be responsible for all aspects of marketing and brand performance worldwide for Starwood and its nine renowned brands including Le Meridien, Westin, Sheraton, W, St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, Four Points by Sheraton, Aloft and Element. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515435null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/New-hotel-from-W-brand-set-to-open-in-Chicago/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515383?ref=25 Continental Properties Company Inc. has aligned with Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) to develop one of America's first aloft hotels in Rosemont, Illinois, just minutes from O'Hare International Airport. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515383null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Hospitality+Headlines/AHampLEF-receives-thousands-for-annual-giving-camp/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515230?ref=25 Best Western International, Denihan Hospitality Group, USA Today, and Westmont Hospitality Group have each donated $2,500 to the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (AH&LEF) 2008 Annual Giving Campaign, supporting key research and workforce development initiatives for the hospitality industry. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515230null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Mark-Hellrung-named-general-manager/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515407?ref=25 Mr. Hellrung joins Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas following the retirement of George Cordon, who served as the Hotel's general manager for the past eight years. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515407null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Openings/NYLO-to-open-property-in-Kansas/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515380?ref=25 When it opens in mid-2009, the 160-room NYLO Overland Park will be the new loft lifestyle hotel brand's first property in the Midwest. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515380null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/The-Inn-at-Circle-T-joins-Best-Western/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515405?ref=25 Located in Hamilton, Texas, it's owned by Circle T Resort, LLC and offers 57 guest rooms including 19 suites. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515405null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire%3A+Sales%2FMarketing/Kimpton-launches-interactive-job-prospect-site/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515375?ref=25 Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants introduces "KIMPTON!" (I Am Kimpton) at www.imkimpton.com, which provides potential job candidates with an authentic perspective on Kimpton as an employer and connects Kimpton employees with one another. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515375null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire%3A+Sales%2FMarketing/Marriott-hosts-second-annual-Green-Fair/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515226?ref=25 On April 17, Marriott vendors and business units showcased soon-to-see hotel amenities including recyclable Bic pens, low-VOC paints and wallcoverings, organic food options, fuel-efficient vehicles and more. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515226null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Hyatt-Regency-OHare-goes-green/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515382?ref=25 The new "Green Initiatives" are part of the hotel's efforts to improve environmental conservation. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515382null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Country-Inn-opens-first-property-in-New-Hampshire/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515385?ref=25 This Country Inn & Suites property is located only four miles from downtown and Manchester Airport,and the hotel is situated close to a variety of dining options, shopping, golf and more. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515385null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Openings/Hotel-Indigo-opens-in-Vernon-Hills-Ill/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515433?ref=25 The 127-room AmeriSuites conversion is the third Hotel Indigo in the Chicago area, joining its sister properties Hotel Indigo Chicago Downtown Gold Coast and Hotel Indigo Chicago-Schaumburg North. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515433null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Mumford-facilitates-hotel-sale/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515408?ref=25 Mumford Company was pleased to represent Hampton Economic Development Corporation in the recent sale of the Hampton Marina Hotel located in downtown Hampton, Virginia to Hampton Hotel Associates, an affiliate of MHI Hospitality, Inc., a publicly traded REIT. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515408null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Supplier+News/Precor-becomes-Cambria-Suites-exclusive-fitness-eq/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515379?ref=25 The new agreement with Choice Hotels International will feature premium Precor cardiovascular and weight equipment as part of the state-of-the-art Refresh fitness club found at all Cambria Suites hotels. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515379null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Hospitality+Headlines/New-Grand-Millennium-brand-debuts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515373?ref=25 Millennium Hotels & Resorts announces Grand Millennium, a new brand promising a first-class guest experience exuding elegance and luxury with a contemporary touch. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515373null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/KimptonKids-packs-family-fun-for-the-road/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515406?ref=25 With more than 60 percent of family travelers taking advantage of special services for kids, according to the Travel Industry Association, KimptonKids offers its signature care customized for pint-sized patrons. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515406null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/DavidsonSquare-Mile-acquires-Sheraton/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515410?ref=25 The Sheraton Suites Tampa Airport/Westshore will be managed by Davidson, who will oversee a $14 million renovation. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515410null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Holiday-inn-takes-business-travelers-back-to-schoo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515411?ref=25 A new M.B.A. campaign teaches the value of a night's stay and offers up official Major League Baseball merchandise and tickets. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515411null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire%3A+Finance%2FInvestment/Americas-Best-Franchising-Inc-offers-new-insurance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515370?ref=25 One of the hotel industry’s most comprehensive and affordable insurance programs has been introduced to franchisees of Atlanta-based America’s Best Franchising Incorporated. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515370null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Red-Lion-to-acquire-hotel-in-Denver-Colorado/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515384?ref=25 The 478-room Radisson Hotel Denver Southeast was purchased for $25.3 million. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515384null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Supplier+News/Kohler-acquires-Mark-David/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515431?ref=25 Mark David started in 1990 as a privately held, family-owned company, and has become a recognized supplier of casegoods and seating to many of the four- and five-star hospitality properties throughout the United States. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515431null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire%3A+Finance%2FInvestment/Lodgian-reports-Q1-results/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515432?ref=25 First quarter 2008 total revenue for Lodgian's 35 continuing operations hotels improved 2.2 percent to $56.0 million, compared to the 2007 same period. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515432null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Hospitality+Headlines/Paul-Heney-joins-HotelWorld-Network/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515371?ref=25 In his new role of editorial director, Heney will be responsible for providing content to the HotelWorld Network suite of properties including Hotel & Motel Management, Hotel Design, Luxury Hotelier and The Hotel Times. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515371null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Choice-Privileges-Rewards-Program-expands/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515057?ref=25 Choice Privileges members can now earn ten points per U.S. dollar spent on qualifying stays at hotels throughout ten European countries and their territories including Belgium; the Czech Republic; France; Germany; Ireland; Italy; Portugal; Spain; Switzerland; and the United Kingdom. 2008-05-06T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515057null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/HEI-appoints-Bobba-GM-of-Sheraton-Crystal-City/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515053?ref=25 Bobba joins the hotel from the Embassy Suites Orlando Downtown in Orlando, Florida, where he served as director of operations since January 2008. 2008-05-06T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515053null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/It-takes-a-village-to-keep-the-brand-promise/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515103?ref=25 Guests? experiences take on a lot of different forms. When we thing internally about creating guest experience, we tend to look at the different departments within a property. However, this is not how a guest experiences a hotel. He or she each has unique expectations of the experience. 2008-05-06T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515103null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Why-being-a-positive-person-isnt-enough/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515062?ref=25 There are two clear perspectives when it comes to business and life. There are those who focus on "why it can?t be don" and the few who focus on "how to get it done." 2008-05-06T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515062null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Real-conversations-increase-reservations-conversio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515104?ref=25 All too often the request for the "perfect shop" score turns front-desk and reservations agents into robots. 2008-05-06T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515104null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/New-plans-to-boost-regent/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515061?ref=25 Regent Hotels & Resorts aims for success around the globe 2008-05-06T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515061null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Third-Hotel-Indigo-in-Chicagoland-opens/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515055?ref=25 Following a $5 million renovation and conversion from an AmeriSuites hotel, the Hotel Indigo Chicago-Vernon Hills will debut at 450 North Milwaukee Avenue in the scenic suburb of Vernon Hills, with easy access to downtown Chicago and O'Hare International Airport. 2008-05-06T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515055null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Unique-property-features-could-mean-poor-cell-rece/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515063?ref=25 At times, hotel planning for enhanced cell reception must encompass rather exotic factors. These issues frequently arise due to the very features that make some properties unique and distinctive. 2008-05-06T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515063null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Wyndham-Worldwide-and-Women-on-Their-Way-join-forc/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515066?ref=25 Wyndham Worldwide is breathing new life into Wyndham's pioneering WOMEN ON THEIR WAY program and affiliating with Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia (NYSE:MSO) and the "Dreamers into Doers" Awards. Program. 2008-05-06T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515066null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Hilton-Hotels-trains-US-Olympic-hopefuls/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515060?ref=25 The hotelier has enlisted TV international news correspondent Gideon Yago and travel etiquette expert Roger Axtell to lead the hospitality training program at the Colorado Springs Olympic Training Center. 2008-05-06T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515060null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/Foulger-Pratt-signs-letter-of-intent-with-Kimpton/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515058?ref=25 Foulger-Pratt Development is pleased to announce it has signed a letter of intent with Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants to open a new four-star-quality boutique hotel at Park Potomac. 2008-05-06T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515058null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/News+Wire/La-Quinta-now-booking-meetings-through-Worktopia/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515052?ref=25 La Quinta customers receive real-time access to booking meeting space, and the service is a time-saving alternative to calling the hotel or sending in a request for proposal (RFP). 2008-05-06T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/515052null HTML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Columns/Old-friend-helps-with-financing-in-slow-market/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514472?ref=25 With no economic turnaround on the immediate horizon and the fallout of the credit market still playing out, dealmakers in the lodging industry are having to adjust. The commercial mortgage backed securities market growth drove down the cost of capital and drove the velocity of the lodging upturn we experienced in 2005 and 2006, but as the CMBS market has crashed, we are left with a bit of a hangover. The CMBS market is closed. Other providers have circled the wagons, lowering loan-to-value ratios and putting a serious crimp in the access to capital. 2008-05-05T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/514472null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Columns/Best-practices-keep-guests-cool-and-safe/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514474?ref=25 Q. I want to ensure guest safety in and around the pool area this summer. What are some of the key issues? 2008-05-05T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/514474null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Top+stories/AAHOA-sends-harsh-message-to-brands/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514465?ref=25 San Antonio–Ten years after releasing a set of standards for franchisor-franchisee relationships it calls the "12 points of fair franchising," the Asian American Hotel Owners Assn. released a "harsh" progress report detailing how five major hotel franchisors are complying with those standards. 2008-05-05T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/514465null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Top+stories/3-Palms-debuts-in-upscale-tier/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514467?ref=25 Atlanta–America's Best Franchising is entering new territory with an upscale brand, 3 Palms. 2008-05-05T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/514467null XML http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/Columns/Hint-Its-more-business-than-you-might-think/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514473?ref=25 Welcome to the "What Woman Want" series for addressing that age-old issue. Let's first focus on the facts about what women buy. 2008-05-05T04:00:00Z http://www.hotelmotel.com/hotelmotel/data/articlestandard/hotelmotel/192008/514473null XML