Travel & Lodging
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AH&LA SmartBrief
Published in partnership with: American Hotel & Lodging Association
Work begins on Value Place hotel in La.
5/23/2013
- GlobeSt.com
Construction has begun on a 124-room Value Place hotel in Lake Charles, La. The property is scheduled for completion in October and is expected to capture demand from a nearby liquefied natural gas pl Read More
News for travel agents
ASTA SmartBrief
Published in partnership with: The American Society of Travel Agents
Hacienda Petac markets itself as a destination-wedding site
5/24/2013
- Travel Weekly
Luxury estate Hacienda Petac in Merida, Yucatán, Mexico, has launched a set of wedding packages with customizable amenities. The seven-bedroom estate offers a three-course banquet with cake, champagn Read More
Frequent fliers forced to endure more business travel obstacles
5/22/2013
- New York Times (tiered subscription model), The
Air travel has been streamlined to the point where even the slightest hiccup can trigger a ripple effect that leaves frequent fliers scrambling for an alternate way to get where they are going. "...[A Read More
News for professionals in the spa industry
ISPA SmartBrief
Published in partnership with: International Spa Association
Blow-dry bar trend heats up with celebrity shops
5/23/2013
- USA Today
More blow-dry salons are opening nationwide, a trend that began with the Drybar salons and which shows no signs of slowing down. Now Gwyneth Paltrow and her trainer, Tracy Anderson, have partnered wit Read More
Luxury hospitality news
SmartBrief on Luxury Hoteliers
Published in partnership with: Luxury Hoteliers
Free breakfast is on the menu at more hotels
5/23/2013
- USA Today
Hotels are adding complimentary breakfasts as a way to attract guests and give them more value for their money. Last year, 79% of hotels offered free breakfast, up from 55% in 2010, according to the A Read More
Private club news and information
National Club Association SmartBrief
Published in partnership with: National Club Association
Inclement weather changes insurance needs for country clubs
5/22/2013
- Insurance Journal
Hurricanes, droughts and snowstorms have negatively affected country clubs around the U.S., forcing many to consider upping their insurance coverage. While more coverage may be necessary, club manager Read More
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