Articles tagged “hyatt”

Podcasts

Airline Loyalty Probe, Thomas Cook Sale and Hyatt Property Deals

Today's podcast looks at a probe into U.S. airlines loyalty programs, a $40 million acquisition of Thomas Cook, and a step toward owning fewer properties for Hyatt.

Rashaad Jorden | 6 days ago

Airline Loyalty Probe, Thomas Cook Sale and Hyatt Property Deals

Hotels

Hyatt Checks Out of Hotel Ownership, But Eyes More Deals Like Mr & Mrs Smith

You might think "asset-light" means "we don't own stuff." In Hyatt's case, it means: "We don't own hotels, except when we occasionally buy some so we can flip them at a profit and help fund our M&A."

Sean O'Neill | 6 days ago

Hyatt Checks Out of Hotel Ownership, But Eyes More Deals Like Mr & Mrs Smith

Hotels

Hotel Growth Race: Hilton and Hyatt Are Opening Properties Fastest

Marriott has proudly opened its 9,000th property. Hilton has debuted its 8,000th. We put these milestones into perspective by creating a five-year growth scorecard for all the major hotel groups.

Sean O'Neill | 1 week ago

Hotel Growth Race: Hilton and Hyatt Are Opening Properties Fastest

Hotels

U.S. Hotel Workers on Strike: What to Know

About 40,000 hotel workers have contracts expiring over the next year. So these few days of strikes might just be a preview of coming attractions at several dozen hotels.

Sean O'Neill | 1 week ago

U.S. Hotel Workers on Strike: What to Know

Hotels

Hotel Loyalty Race: Marriott Leads

Marriott leads in the competition for the largest membership in a hotel loyalty program, with over 210 million members. But its rivals are hot on its heels.

Sean O'Neill | 3 weeks ago

Hotel Loyalty Race: Marriott Leads

Podcasts

Hyatt Buys Standard, Shakira Pitches Despegar and Hotel Loyalty Licensing

Today's podcast looks at Hyatt’s purchased of Standard, what new loyalty branding deals look like, and Shakira’s role pitching Despegar.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 weeks ago

Hyatt Buys Standard, Shakira Pitches Despegar and Hotel Loyalty Licensing

Hotels

Hyatt to Buy Lifestyle Hotel Group Standard International for up to $335 Million

The Standard is part of a category of hotels that Hyatt and all major groups covet. Hyatt's CEO has previously said adding luxury and lifestyle brands can create a “network effect,” driving loyalty program growth and engagement.

Sean O'Neill | 3 weeks ago

Hyatt to Buy Lifestyle Hotel Group Standard International for up to $335 Million

Hotels

Hotel Giants Turn to Loyalty Licensing Deals: 10 Things to Know

Major hotel groups are playing Pokémon with their loyalty programs. Instead of collecting rare game cards, they're adding new sets of travelers to their databases. Gotta catch 'em all.

Sean O'Neill | 3 weeks ago

Hotel Giants Turn to Loyalty Licensing Deals: 10 Things to Know

Daily Lodging Report

Hyatt Regency Orlando Could be Sold for $1 Billion

Hyatt is set to sell the Hyatt Regency Orlando for approximately $1.02 billion to Ares and RIDA Development, with Hyatt retaining a preferred equity interest and a 30-year management agreement.

4 weeks ago

Hotels

Hyatt Rides Business Travel Wave but Trims Hotel Outlook

Hyatt claimed success in capitalizing on a business travel recovery. But as it considers acquisitions and development deals, it must balance ambition with potential economic headwinds.

Sean O'Neill | 1 month ago

Hyatt Rides Business Travel Wave but Trims Hotel Outlook