LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Hotel operators have long known the value of incorporating green practices into their operations. As more hotels begin to make claims about their green policies, however, some hotel operators have begun to seek certification to add a level of credibility only possible through a reputable third-party verifier. While programs specialized for hotel operations such as Green

Set to open its brand new, purpose built 43-bedroom hotel and spa in May 2009, the 2,000 acre Bowood estate (between Calne and Chippenham) will harness its breathtaking landscape and wide open spaces to present a unique destination resort within rolling Wiltshire countryside. A corner of Capability Brown’s Grade I listed parkland at Bowood – home to the Lansdowne family since 1754 – will provide

Underscoring its leadership position in the Asia-Pacific, IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) signed a deal with the Shanghai Huangpu River Banks Asset Management Co., Ltd for its first Hotel Indigo® in the region to be located in Shanghai.IHG announced the launch of its fast growing lifestyle brand to the region just last month. This partnership will see the world’s leading hotel group by number

With a soft opening in January, a grand opening in February, a party in June, and lots of fun fall packages, we've been keeping our eye on Marriott's break-out new Renaissance complete with nautical-themed decor, the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel.And they have finally arrived with a review in the New York Times. If you're in a hurry, we'll ruin the surprise ending for you:If you're in town

The majority of the survey participants utilize full service chain hotels in urban centers as their primary headquarters hotel facilities. This should not surprise the hotel marketplace, as meeting planners usually need to cater to large groups with varied interests. "It is easier to satisfy the majority of their needs by staying at hotels that are more middle of the road when it comes to

Powering ahead in key markets across the globe, Starwood Hotels |||amp; Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced plans to open three new hotels in Saudi Arabia. Starwood has signed a long-term management agreement with the Alhokair Group to open Four Points by Sheraton Mall of Arabia in Jeddah, Four Points by Sheraton Dhahran and Aloft Riyadh. The addition of these three new properties increases Starwood’