Lodging Host Hotel Corp announced today that it has taken over management of the Wingate Inn in Madison GA as of February the 4th. Kevin P. Hilchey, President of Lodging Host, made this announcement. According to Mr. Hilchey “We have a lot of experience in Interstate locations in smaller communities.” According to Mr. Hilchey, “We look for this to be a very good project for us as because the hotel is first new construction in the Madison market in a number years and therefore will be the top of the market product wise. The hotel opened in June of 2007, has interior corridors, indoor pool, spa, extensive free continental breakfast in the lobby area, free High Speed Internet access in every guest room, guest coin laundry, business center and all of the other amenities that the educated traveler is looking for in a hotel product today.” “There is very definitely a strong market for this product.” according to Mr. Hilchey. “The hotel market in Madison was in need of an up to date product. This is the right product in the right market. This product also fits well into our current program of cross marketing of our hotels. With another hotel opening shortly in the Eastern Georgia area we hope to build a strong representation in the area. We will offer our “First Choice” corporate program at the hotel.”
ConocoPhillips honored Hotel Phillips with an outstanding safety award. The award is presented for maintaining an accident and incident FREE property in 2007. Hotel Phillips was the only ConocoPhillips property in Bartlesville to receive this award. Great job team! Keep up the good work.
Las Cruces, New Mexico: Staybridge Suites; Carol Hughes of Zia Engineering recently returned from her grand prize winning of the 50’s party given by the Staybridge Suites in August 2007. Carol and her husband won accommodations at the Staybridge Suites in Cleveland and complimentary tickets to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Zia Engineering is a continued patron of the Staybridge Suites Las Cruces and participates in the First Choice Loyalty Program through Lodging Host Hotel Corp. “We appreciate your continued support and are thrilled to hear about your wonderful vacation”, stated Jason Guthrie-Director of Sales at the Staybridge Suites. Staybridge Suites Las Cruces hosts an annual client and guest appreciation party every summer. We look forward to another exciting evening in 2008. Stay tuned for details!
Craig Schulman performs a spectacular program for the Bartlesville Symphony Orchestra as he presents Broadway’s most famous and notorious roles in Heroes, Monsters and Madmen. The thoroughly enjoyable evening’s performance by a singer and actor of stellar proportions was followed by an after-hours reception of equal excellence. Food & Beverage manager BJ Roberts joined forces with the talented staff of the Hotel Phillips Grill 66 to host the first annual after-hours reception at the Bartlesville Community Center. In usual Hotel Phillips fashion, the elaborate fare was pleasing to multitude of over 400 BSO patrons and contributors. Nan Buhlinger, General Manager of the Bartlesville Symphony Orchestra said of the quality and presentation by Grill 66 “You all really know how to throw a great party! This is the best reception the Community Center has had. We cannot wait to do it again!” The team at Hotel Phillips Grill 66 echoes that sentiment “We cannot wait to do it again!” This is only one of many upcoming community events where we will shine; reminding Bartlesville that Hotel Phillips is the place to call if you want your event to “Dazzle”.
LAS CRUCES, NM - “The team at Staybridge Suites wants to welcome the West Region Police Academy to Las Cruces and our hotel.”
The Staybridge Suites Las Cruces welcomes the White Sands Missile Range Regional Police Academy. The academy was inaugurated in 2005 to train United States Department of Defense newly appointed Federal Police Officers. The two month training academy meets and exceeds all federal law enforcement officer professional training standards. The White Sands Missile Range Police Academy has several law enforcement instructors who are certified in all phases of basic and advanced law enforcement curriculum.
Because the academy is a two month process, the cadets like having the full kitchens, spacious suites and amenities of the Staybridge Suites hotel. The cadets also chose the Staybridge Suites because of its’ proximity to the White Sands Missile Range.
The range is located in the Tularosa Basin of south-central New Mexico. The area is 20 miles east of Las Cruces. White Sands Missile Range is a rocket range in New Mexico operated by the United States Army. The range covers an area of almost 3,200 miles, making it the largest military installation in the United States.
The police academy is designed to provide the new officer with specific knowledge, ability and skills necessary to perform at the entrance level in Federal Law Enforcement. Eligible students include personnel performing law enforcement missions on Department of Defense installations and activities.
BARTLESVILLE, OK -
March 3-9, 2008, Hotel Phillips will sponsor the Lone Star Conference Basketball tournament in 2008 by hosting all eight teams, staff & officials. In addition, the hotel will fill with basketball fans & families. Make your reservations in advance.
LONGVIEW, TX - With a new year comes new growth and Lodging Host Hotel Corp is preparing for a year of expansion. Lodging Host has been re-positioning managers to meet the current needs of the company.
Gloria McKelvey has temporarily left the Holiday Inn Express in Farmington, New Mexico. She will be returning to the hotel and Lodging Host in approximately six months. Janet Glynn, our prior Field Systems Consultant, has stepped in as manager of the Holiday Inn Express in Farmington during their renovation period. “I’m very excited to be a part of such a great team. I’m looking forward to watching the renovation make this hotel an even more comfortable and home-like experience.” Janet K. Glynn, MBA Glynn will continue in management at the new Residence Inn Albuquerque hotel once open in 2008. The corporate position of Field Systems Consultant has been filled by Nikki Patterson, formerly General Manager of the Hampton Inn Livingston.Louis Christian, a Lodging Host manager for over 15 years, is currently filling the Hampton Inn Livingston management position. Christian is also training new managers during this time, preparing the company for future growth. Christian will move to Marshall, Texas to open the new Holiday Inn Express Marshall this spring.Holiday Inn Express Livingston welcomes Ms. Sandra Brown as manager. Brown is a recent hotel management graduate who has also been in training for the prior 90 days with Christian. Down in south Texas, the building of a hotel in Hamilton Texas has caused a shift from the manager at Plantation Suites in Port Aransas (Monica Blackwell) to take the new property when it opens. Her position will be filled by Geneva Peacock, coming from the second position at Candlewood Suites in Round Rock.
LAS CRUCES, NM - The First Annual Christmas Bazaar held at Staybridge Suites Las Cruces on Dec. 9th benefitted Give Kids The World. The Staybridge Suites raised over $400 at their first ever Give Kids the World (GKTW) Christmas Bazaar. The proceeds raised will go to help children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. GKTW provides accommodations at its whimsical resort, donated attractions tickets, meals and more for a week-long, cost-free fantasy vacation. With the help of many generous individuals, corporations and partnering wish-granting organizations, Give Kids The World has welcomed more than 75,000 families from all 50 states and over 50 countries. Staybridge Suites Las Cruces is proud to be a part of this worthy cause.
Management and staff of the Comfort Suites in La Porte would like to take this opportunity to say Thank You to all their past and present guests and to wish them all a very Happy New Year!
LA PORTE, TX - Employees at the Comfort Suites La Porte are collecting toys that will be given to the La Porte Police Department to hand out to children in need this year. If you would like to stop by and drop off a toy, please do so by December 20th.
