December 1, 2009
FORUM
Thank God, 2009 Is Almost Over
OPINION: 2010 Has Got to Be a Better Year Than 2009
While the forecasts coming from Smith Travel Research, PricewaterhouseCoopers and others don't promise a great 2010 for the hotel industry, it's got to be better than the year that's just concluding. ...
Almanac Features
2009 Top Performers
Even though the hotel industry is in a severe down cycle, many lodging properties are still prospering, as evidenced by this year's list of Top Performers....
Hotel Franchise Fact File
Here are the costs and requirements for 90 lodging chains and referral groups, from some of the biggest brand names to ones you maybe haven’t heard of. ...
2010 Calendar of Events
Mark your calendar for upcoming lodging and hospitality industry events. Use this schedule to find when and where are the best educational and networking opportunities...
Brand Company Basics
Hotel Brand Company Basics...
Top Brands by the Numbers
Top Brands by the Numbers...
Top Management Companies
As of March 1, 2009 COMPANY NAME PROPERTIES OWNED* & MANAGED PROPERTIES MANAGED FOR OTHER OWNERS TOTAL ROOMS MANAGED ROOMS PROPERTIES ROOMS PROPERTIES...
Top Owners & Developers
Here is a list of ownership and development companies and third-party management companies who focus on the lodging industry. Included is their contact information with addresses, phone numbers and links to their websites....
Lodging Industry Associations
Lodging Industry Associations...
Top Hotel Consultants
A list of top hotel consultants from across the country....
Top Design Firms
Are you looking to renovate your entire hotel? Here’s a list of design and architecture firms that work in the lodging and hospitality industries. ...
Top Purchasing Companies
Are you looking to renovate your hotel? Time to refresh the lobby or guestrooms? Here’s a list of purchasing companies that work in the lodging and hospitality industries....
