Hotel Lodging News

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.

MARBLE FALLS, TX - It has been rumored Santa Claus will make another appearance at the Hampton Inn on the Lake in Marble Falls, Texas on December 21 & 22. He will be there to take pictures with kids and collect Christmas wishes.  Santa’s elves will be handing out steaming hot cocoa, fresh baked cookies and offering tours of the property.

Last winter, Pauline Ramirez was caught kissing Santa when he visited Hampton Inn On the Lake in Marble Falls.

Come by and share your Christmas wishes with Santa.  Open to the public.  Call the Hampton Inn on the Lake at (830) 798-1895 for up-to-date Santa’s visiting times.

HILLSBORO, TX - Hampton Inn Hillsboro wanted to give back to their community this Holiday Season.  Employees are participating with the local nursing homes Angel Tree Christmas.  Employees choose five elderly residents from each nursing home.  The residents selected would not otherwise receive gifts and/or visits from family. “You should see the light in their eyes and the giving attitude everyone had when asked if they would like to be part of the program. I saw a few tears also when they found out that these residents would have nothing at Christmas without the Angel Tree Christmas.”, proudly stated Peggy Franklin, General Manager.  Employees will be donating gifts to the Angel Tree recipients.  However, more importantly, they are giving of their time and hearts in this season of giving.    

LIVINGSTON, TX -  Staff at the Hampton Inn in Livingston are volunteering to donate food baskets this holiday season to local hometown families.  The families were selected through the Livingston School District.  One family has been selected for Thanksgiving and two families for Christmas. The baskets consist of a turkey and all the trimmings plus extra items of food staples.

Hampton Inn and Holiday Inn Express in Livingston are also participating in Toys for Tots.  Toys are collected and then delivered to the local volunteer fire stations for delivery before Christmas. 

The City of Livingston will be in full Christmas Spirit this year while sponsoring the Livingston Hometown Christmas on December 8th.  The day will feature a car show (with raffle for new car), petting zoo, pony carousel, wagon rides, carriage rides, the Christmas Train Village, arts & crafts vendors, entertainment and refreshments between 10:00 am and 9:00 pm.   

The day also includes a Jingle Bell Fun Run and Walk at 1:00pm.  The run/walk is open to anyone interested in a little fun and friendly competition.  A Best Holiday Outfit and Largest Theme-Dressed Group award will also be presented. Get your friends and neighbors together and join in the fun holiday event.

The Lighted Christmas Parade will begin at 6:00 p.m.  And Santa Clause will be at City Hall from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm for photos.  Take an old fashioned hayride through Pedigo Park and enjoy the lighted holiday figures and other Christmas lights on display, from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. 

ROUND ROCK, TX (December 2007) - The Candlewood Suites Austin-Round Rock extended-stay hotel has invested over $250,000 in renovations this year and it is just the beginning!  The new Comforts of Home Bedding has been added in all guest rooms as well as brand new ergonomic chairs for the work space.  Recliner chairs and carpet has been completely replaced to give a fresh new look.  Complimentary Internet access has also been upgraded for fast connections and guest convenience.

Each year the Candlewood Suites in Round Rock is getting better and better.  In 2008, brand new drapes, lamps, sheers and hardware will also be installed.  The full kitchens in each suite will be upgraded including cabinetry. 

Guests are invited to come discover the comforts of home in Round Rock.  While in town, take advantage of the hotel’s offer of their Shop and Stay Package.  The package is perfect for guests wishing to spend some time shopping for gifts for the holidays this year.  For each night you book this package you will receive a free $25 gift card for Round Rock Premium Outlets! 

Round Rock Premium Outlets, just 2 miles from the hotel, is not just a shopping center but has become a destination for shoppers all over the state featuring over 125 stores including Adidas, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Coach, Gap Outlet, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren and more!

Visit www.hotel-roundrock.com/specials.htm or call the hotel at 512-828-0899 for reservations. 

LAS CRUCES, NM - Staybridge Suites-Las Cruces is hosting their First Annual Give Kids the World Christmas Bazaar on Sunday, December 9th.   Proceeds raised by the Staybridge Suites will benefit Give Kids the World.   The community is invited to celebrate the holiday season with us and get some Christmas shopping in! 

Give Kids The World Village (GKTW) is a 70-acre, non-profit resort in Central Florida that creates magical memories for 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.  For more information on Give Kids The World, visit the GKTW web site at www.gktw.org.

The community is invited to attend the Christmas Bazaar, which will be held from 12:00PM-4:00PM on Sunday, December 9th, 2007.  The Staybridge Suites hotel is located at 2651 Northrise Dr. in Las Cruces.  Come out and celebrate the holiday season with us!  Many local vendors will be selling the best arts, crafts and Christmas items Las Cruces has to offer.

“Staybridge Suites is honored to participate this holiday season in supporting Give Kids The World by hosting our first annual Christmas Bazaar.”  stated Jason Guthrie, Sales Manager of Staybridge Suites and coordinator of Christmas Bazaar.  For more information please contact Jason Guthrie at 505-521-7999.