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Category Archives: Q3

HBO Bulk BW article for INN-dustry news

HBO is ranked as the #1 premium network in hospitality, offering the biggest new hit movies, groundbreaking original series and much more. Year over year, HBO remains the most preferred network of Best Western hotel guests. HBO has more $100M+ movies than all other premium networks combined. * 84% of guests state that having HBO…

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The Essentials of Water Treatment for Hotels

Even with established hotels, competition, cash flow, labor costs, and high overhead can put a strain on the ability of the hotel to invest in equipment. Items such as ice makers, steamers, combi ovens, beverage dispensing, espresso/coffee machines, dishwashers, showers, linen/towel washers, and the like are essential to hotel operations. Using proper water softening and…

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Consolidating Strengths for Better Results

American Hotel Register + Amtex now part of CHS When it comes to hospitality supply, both American Hotel Register and Amtex have been well-known names in our industry for some time. What you may not know is that, today, they are part of the same organization – Consolidated Hospitality Supplies (CHS). It’s an integrated approach…

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Keep Guests & Staff Healthy During Travel Season

The summer travel season means higher occupancy, busier employees and increased traffic throughout common areas, pools and fitness centers. With travelers encountering germs in airplanes, rental cars, ride shares and public transportation, it is every hotel’s responsibility to maintain a clean, safe environment. Keep guests and staff healthy and productive this summer by using these…

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Martex® Rx…The Prescription for All of Your Bedding Needs

In today’s market, making a consistent, positive impression on the customer experience is paramount to repeat business.  Whether you are a coastal property looking for playful prints, a modern hotel with warm tones and hues, or traditional seeking classic, stand-the-test-of-time fabrics, Martex® Rx is the ideal program for your Best Western® location(s). Martex® Rx is…

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Five Tips to Improve Your Laundry Process

Torn sheets, persistent stains, and stubborn wrinkles are just some of the issues you might encounter in the laundry room. However, with these five tips, you can save your linens and reduce unwanted damage and product loss. Let’s Sort Things Out Sort your soiled items by product type, for example, terry, sheeting, or top-of-bed. Each…

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Why Update Art? Presenting a “Wow” Guest Experience

Hotels strive to ensure their guests have the best possible experience.  Artwork plays a major role in this experience but is often overlooked after initial installation.  New trends and changing demographics require art to be relevant and meaningful to the guest and location or a guest may reflect negatively on their stay. The Information Age…

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Employee Spotlight: Erin Schager

Best Western®️ Hotels & Resorts Designer Erin Schager has always been passionate about being creative. “My mom is a painter and a ceramicist,” Schager said. “So, when I was little, I was constantly making art, whether it was drawing, painting or making things out of clay. I’ve always loved making art, and my favorite classes…

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