Topic - AAHOA

Taxation

AAHOA, ORLA Monitor Proposed Use of Hotel Tax Revenue by City of Salem, OR

The City of Salem, OR, has found an alternate solution to its initial plan to use transient lodging tax dollars for library funding gaps. Instead, it will use funds from the American Rescue Plan Act. AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) and ORLA (Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association) proactively watch attempts from local municipalities to use protected lodging tax dollars for purposes other than tourism.

2024-05-09

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AAHOA Engages Arkansas Insurance Commissioner to Tackle Insurance Challenges Facing Hoteliers

AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) recently hosted a Hospitality Insurance Forum with leaders in Arkansas to address the industry's significant insurance challenges plaguing hoteliers.

2024-05-07

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AAHOA Conference

AAHOA Rebrands and Repositions Its Leading Event Series As Hotel Owners Conferences & Trade Shows

The redefined event series will focus on connecting America's hotel owners with the products and services they need to run their businesses, encourage more networking and idea-sharing, and create opportunities to engage with elected officials to gain insights and build relationships that enact positive change in the industry.

2024-04-29

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AAHOA Board

Miraj S. Patel Named Chairman of AAHOA

Texas hotelier Miraj S. Patel, MBA, CHO, CHIA, is the newest Chairman of the AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) 2024-25 Board of Directors, and the youngest serving in this position in AAHOA's 35 year history.

2024-04-09

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AAHOA Statement on Murder of Sheffield, Alabama Hillcrest Motel Owner Pravin R. Patel

Police say a 34-year-old suspect was arrested and is now in custody after he shot Pravin R. Patel, the owner of the Hillcrest Motel, on the morning of February 8.

2024-02-15

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Choice Hotels Wyndham Merger

AAHOA Expresses High Concerns Over Possible Merger of Choice Hotels and Wyndham

A merged company would have 16,500 hotels with 46 brands and dominate the economy/limited service segment.

2023-10-18

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Short-Term Rental Legislation

AAHOA Calls for Enforcement of Short-Term Rental Oversight in Los Angeles

AAHOA, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association, called for stronger enforcement of short-term rentals in Los Angeles, Calif., in response to a report that Airbnb profits are soaring despite regulations meant to curb illegal listings.

2023-09-26

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Hotel Hacking

AAHOA Urges Vigilance Amid Ongoing Cyberattacks on Hospitality Industry

AAHOA, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association, called for ensuring cybersecurity measures are in place at hotels to prevent malicious activities like the cyberattack recently experienced by casino giants MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment.

2023-09-21

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Short-Term Rental Legislation

AAHOA Applauds New York City for Enforcing Oversight of Short-Term Rentals

The new regulations require hosts to register with the city to rent their homes on a short-term basis of fewer than 30 days. Platforms such as Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, and more must verify that a host’s registration application has been approved to be able to collect fees.

2023-09-12

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Artificial Intelligence

AAHOA Endorses the Ethical and Beneficial Use of AI in the Hotel Experience

AAHOA, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association endorses the findings of a recent study conducted by the University of Houston's Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership. The study examined hotel guests' acceptance of artificial intelligence (AI)-based systems and how they are reshaping the industry.

2023-08-29

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