From the sound of ringing phones, it is evident that folks are getting out their calendars, checking kids’ sports schedules, and calling to plan their summer vacations. Port Aransas has become one of the most popular vacation locations in the country, and everyone knows that reservations need to be made early.
With 16 miles of beautiful beaches, fishing opportunities galore and many, many terrific restaurants, the island offers the perfect vacation get-away. Eventhough there are often large crowds, Port “A” has a personality and charm that causes visitors to relax and leave the pressures of their everyday lives behind. Even if you’ve been here a million times, there is something about being in paradise that makes you yearn to return and return again. For those who have never been, a wonderful new experience awaits.
Even with all the serious business that must be conducted during a lock-in, there is no reason to think that everyone can’t have a good time as well. Geneva Peacock, GM at Plantation Suites in Port “A”, did a wonderful job of seeing that everyone not only had a good time - they had a GRAND time!
On Sunday, after checking in, everyone gathered in the hospitality suite to “meet and greet”. Food was provided by Mark at Little Joe’s Smok’n Grill. Mark also provided the lunches during the meetings and the shrimp boil on Tuesday evening. We greatly appreciate all the fine fixins’!
On Monday evening, Geneva planned a very special event. The U.S.S. Lexington is a WWII aircraft carrier that is docked in Corpus Christi. Geneva booked one of the rooms for a private dinner, and everyone was treated to a guided tour of the ship. It was truly a night to remember.
Wednesday night was one to remember as well, however, for somewhat different reasons. After the shrimp boil, the band began to play. It didn’t take long before some of the “audience” decided they could be better “entertainers”. Without offering any comments as to the quality of the performances, we can just report that Kevin belted out 3 songs, etc. and the finalle teamed Paul and Geneva in a rousing rendetion of John Denver’s Country Roads.
Rumor has it that Plantation Suites might be selected as the location of the future lock-in. I don’t know how Geneva can top this one, but it will be no surprise when she does.
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.
PORT ARANSAS, TX (November 2007) - Bass Pro Shops and Plantation Suites & Conference Center have teamed together to charter another “Go Deep or Don’t Go at All” Deep Sea Fishing Adventure Friday, November 9 & Saturday, November 10, 2007, an all day deep sea fishing trip out of Port Aransas. Limited availability. Call today at 877-836-3866. For more details, visit www.PlantationSuites.com/specials.htm.
Longview, TX (November 2, 2007) - There has been much speculation as to what the crash in the sub-prime market is going to do to Hotel lending and construction. My quick answers would little and nothing respectively but let me explain because it is certainly not that simple.
While hotel lending does not really have a sub-prime aspect in name it does have “conduit” lending. This lending source is used for stabilized operating hotels and is significantly more sophisticated than what was happening in the Housing sub-prime market. Read the rest of this entry
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LONGVIEW, TX (October 29, 2007) - Lodging Host Hotel Corp held its bi-annual Managers Lock-In Training Conference October 28-30 in Hillsboro, TX. The two-day conference hosted by the Hampton Inn Hillsboro was a time of training and team building for Lodging Host corporate employees and hotel managers. The final evening featured an awards dinner where the following employees were recognized for their excellent customer service and dedication to Lodging Host over the previous year.
Employee of the Year - Teresa Marcus
Hampton Inn On the Lake Marble Falls Guest Representative
Department Head of the Year - Becky Schomer
Hampton Inn Livingston Sales Manager
General Manager of the Year - Louis Christian
Holiday Inn Express Livingston General Manager
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PORT ARANSAS, TX (September 2007) - Bass Pro Shops and Plantation Suites & Conference Center have teamed together to sponsor this Fly Fishing Tournament—The Plantation Cup—on Saturday, October 27th in Port Aransas, TX.
The Plantation Cup includes two nights lodging at Plantation Suites & Conference Center in a Queen Suite, Shrimp Boil Dinner on Saturday, Tournament Prizes and Deluxe Hot Continental Breakfast on Saturday and Sunday. Read the rest of this entry
PORT ARANSAS, TX (September 2007) - Plantation Suites has teamed up with Bass Pro Shops to hold the Go Deep or Don’t Go at All Deep Sea Fishing Adventure.
The next adventure takes place Friday, September 28th & Saturday, September 29th. Hurry! There are only a few spots left! Packages are $349 for 2 people. Check into Plantation Suites in Port Aransas for a 2 night stay on Friday. All day Saturday, go deep sea fishing aboard the Scat Cat or Wharf Cat at Fisherman’s Wharf out of Port Aransas. Bait and tackle are provided. The final night, Plantation Suites will host a shrimp boil to honor our winners. Prizes will be awarded for the “First, Biggest, and Most” fish caught!! We have limited availability. Read the rest of this entry
LONGVIEW, TX (August 1, 2007) - Lodging Host Hotel Corp announces upgrades to its’ hotel’s frequest-stay guest reward program. The enhanced benefits are effective today, August 1, 2007.
The upgraded reward program now gives those who make frequent reservations at our hotels more spending power. The new MasterCard® can be spent anywhere MasterCard® debit cards are accepted. Reloads will continue to take place on a monthly basis. Each month members make hotel reservations under the First Choice Club®, their card will be reloaded the following month. Read the rest of this entry
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Port Aransas, TX (October 24, 2006) During the semi-annual meeting of all the Lodging Host Hotel Corp Management Team a break was taken from the training exercises and information exchanges to hold the Annual Awards Dinner. It was an enjoyable evening, during which the three Lodging Host annual employee awards were presented.
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