Articles tagged “ashford hospitality”

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Hyatt’s $2.7 Billion Apple Leisure Group Acquisition Fuels European Growth

Hyatt's Apple Leisure Group acquisition gives it a major boost in its desired expansion into Europe. But it is also a shot across the bow to competitors like Marriott and Hilton as well as smaller brands. The battle is on to expand into the high-end leisure travel and all-inclusive resort sector.

Cameron Sperance, Skift | 1 month ago

Coronavirus

Hotels Face Bad Side of Good News: Accelerating Recovery Hinders Push for Federal Help

Weekend crowds on city streets don’t necessarily translate to sold-out hotels, but the optics threaten the hotel industry’s already long-shot push for targeted economic relief from the federal government.

Cameron Sperance, Skift | 2 months ago

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Hotel Company Mired in Pandemic Loan Controversy Shows It Didn’t Need Federal Money Anyway

Ashford Trust's survival strategy shows the Paycheck Protection Program may not be enough of a life raft for struggling hotels during the coronavirus pandemic.

Cameron Sperance, Skift | 8 months ago

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How Covid-19 Is Reshaping Consumer Behavior — and What That Means for Travel Brands Right Now

The Covid-19 pandemic has altered nearly every aspect of the travel business as new habits, concerns, and demands become top of mind for consumers. Travel and hospitality companies should be paying close attention to these shifts to stay relevant and maintain trust in today’s challenging environment.

Publicis Sapient + Skift | 1 year ago

Coronavirus

Hospitality Company at Root of Loan Controversy Pivots to Survival Mode Sans Federal Help

Ashford Inc. wants to tout the strength of its smaller businesses that could benefit from changing guest expectations around health and safety, but it can't ignore the billions of dollars in hotel debt held by two of its associated real estate companies.