RevPAR in the second quarter of 2010 was $146.60. Average daily rate increased 2.1 percent from the second quarter of 2009 to $185.44, and occupancy increased 5.2 percent to 79.1 percent.More>>

Joining the brand as directors are Jack Garagnani, Gary Craig and Jim Aylor.More>>

Lindsey Ueberroth was named president of the Preferred Hotel Group in June, and already she has plans to boost focus on quality assurance, industry partnerships and consumer awareness.More>>

The company sold 10 new hotel franchises with a total of 520 rooms and opened 11 new properties with a total of 690 rooms.More>>

AAHOA executives lauded brands for continuing to show willingness to communicate on franchise issues and, in some cases, modify some practices.More>>

The company will relaunch its Players Club loyalty program as M Life.More>>

The GuestHouse International Hotel Resort & Suites is owned by Junam Yoon of Young's Capital Co., and was formerly a Holiday Inn Express.More>>

The franchise agreement is the most important legal document you'll need when buying a hotel franchise, since it comprehensively details the nature of the ongoing relationship between the franchisor and franchisee.More>>

Examine your priorities in a mission statement and set some boundaries.More>>

Comfort brands target higher segment; Sleep Inn redesigned; financing help available for Cambria developers.More>>