Published in conjunction with STR (Smith Travel Research) and endorsed by the Hotel Association of Canada. This publication summarizes weekly occupancy and average room rates from major cities in Canada.

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After just a year and a half in the Wyndham Hotel Group portfolio, the Baymont Inn & Suites(R) chain is poised for a major systemwide upgrade with new bedding, bathroom amenities and free wireless Internet service.

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The Watergate Hotel, one of the Washington’s most prestigious hotels, has closed and will undergo a major renovation that will include every area of the hotel. The hotel is situated in the infamous Watergate Complex on the banks of the Potomac River, adjacent to the Kennedy Center.

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Travelers will now find the widely recognized Wyndham Hotels and Resorts brand among the variety of accommodations offered on the island of Cozumel.

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Mitsui Garden Hotel Ginza has joined the Accor hotel network in Japan as a Novotel Associate Hotel.

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Tasty Morsels for 2007!

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They’ve had check-in kiosks at airports for years now. But in my view, hotels need them far more desperately. What the heck took so long?

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With flourish and synergy, Tourism forces have partnered together in Mississippi to present a ‘Hospitality Certified’ Program throughout the State open to all Lodging properties.

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Weekly summary of Occupancy, ADR and REVPar for the United States.

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Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has signed an agreement with Pallazzio Hotel and Leisure Limited (a wholly owned subsidiary of Phoenix Mills Limited) to manage the Shangri-La Hotel, Mumbai, opening the end of 2009.

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