NATIONAL REPORT—Keeping your pipes open and clean keeps the plumber away, repair-related costs down, rooms sellable, and keeps unhappy guests from sullying your property’s reputation online. Unfortunately, says Jeff Vance, Sales Director for Instant Power Corp., most hoteliers take a reactive approach to drain issues. “The guest complains, and the hotel manager/worker reacts,” he says. Sound familiar? Proper drain maintenance is critical in a hotel environment. “Hotels have vertical and horizontal/lateral plumbing lines,” Vance says. “Typically, plumbing issues arise when lateral lines get clogged with hair, grease, soaps, toothpaste, fats, oils, paper, and other objects. In addition to those issues,...

MCLEAN, VA. – To celebrate National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day earlier this month, DoubleTree by Hilton, known for the beloved signature cookie welcome, announced that it will begin offering a new allergy-friendly soft chocolate chip cookie, alongside the original DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie, extending the iconic welcome to even more guests. DoubleTree by Hilton has collaborated with Partake Foods, a leading allergy-friendly food company, to produce the new cookie, with the goal of creating a more inclusive welcoming experience at check-in. More than 32 million people in the United States are affected by food allergies, and others have food intolerances or dietary...

SERENGETI, TANZANIA—Long coveted by those who cherish a small and intimate tented experience in one of the continent’s most spectacular wilderness settings, the location of Singita Mara River Tented Camp (MRTC) on a dramatic riverbend in the northernmost tip of the Serengeti has been amplified with its new look. Featuring eye-catching designs inspired by the vibrant colors and patterns of local Maasai geometrics, Mara’s new iteration is a cultural celebration that sets the tone for a stay that is warm, welcoming, and entirely true to this destination. Bold yet relaxed and unfussy, locally made furniture and accessories add comfort, an...

According to a study published in Statista, consumer spending on pizza delivery in the United States from 2004 to 2010 averaged about $10 billion each year. But when the pandemic hit, spending for pizza delivery jumped to $14 billion and up further to $19 billion in 2021. The reason for this jump is apparent: more people were home 24/7 during the pandemic, and ordering a pizza was one of the few “fun” things they could do. In 2022, there was a slight drop to $17.3 billion, but most pizzerias in the country believe the number of deliveries will stay strong...

KAILUA-KONA, HAWAII—Officially open to guests last month, Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort is privileged to call the sacred land of Kaʻūpūlehu home. An inspired reimagination of the original Kona Village Resort, which first opened in the 1960s and subsequently shuttered in 2011, a familiar silhouette has returned to the island’s horizon. Real estate investment company Kennedy Wilson took a light-on-the-land approach to reconstructing the resort and has partnered with Rosewood Hotels & Resorts to build on that foundation, prioritizing environmental responsibility and care for local culture in the guest experience. Spanning 81 acres of stunning geologic landscape, Kona Village pulls inspiration from Kaʻūpūlehu’s...

Instant Power Professional The Drain Experts We are a Dallas, Texas based family-owned business started in 1968. Instant Power has grown to be one of the largest drain chemical solution providers in the USA. As The Drain Experts, we take a personal approach to helping customers solve drain problems. We are proud to offer our new Line of Green Products—ECO THAT WORKS! We are the first drain chemical company to offer environmentally friendly products that are Green Seal and NSF Certified. In terms of product efficacy, we have some of the highest active ingredient counts in the industry. For more information,...

MCLEAN, VA.—Hilton unveiled the results of its Green Ramadan campaign. A global first for Hilton in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, the collaboration combined Hilton’s Travel with Purpose strategy and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) West Asia’s “Recipe of Change” Sustainable Ramadan campaign with Winnow’s artificial intelligence technology, allowing for digitally led tracking of waste from production to plate. To measure, manage, and mitigate food waste across key markets in the Middle East, the Green Ramadan initiative was implemented in three of Hilton’s hotels: Waldorf Astoria Lusail Doha, Conrad Dubai, and Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences. The first...

GÖTEBERG, SWEDEN—Swedish innovative packaging company, PulPac, and their groundbreaking Dry Molded Fiber technology are attracting interest worldwide. The company announced it has signed a license agreement with Matrix Pack, a leading global provider of Fiber Food Packaging Products and Solutions, with seven manufacturing plants in North America and Europe. Matrix Pack was founded in 2009 and has since grown into a well-renowned producer of disposable products and one of the largest sustainable drinking straw manufacturers worldwide. Much of its growth can be ascribed to its innovative mindset and focus on sustainable manufacturing and raw materials, further reinforced through PulPac’s Dry...

DALLAS—Instant Power Corp. announced that 18 Instant Power Professional products have achieved the Green Seal certification for health, sustainability, and safety. Green Seal, a global nonprofit organization with a mission to transform the economy for a healthier, greener world, applies rigorous standards for health, environmental sustainability, and product performance to its certification programs to empower better purchasing decisions. The 18 Green Seal-certified products will form the basis of a new range of environmentally friendly commercial products. Important Step in Certification Process “We’re proud to have reached this important step in the Green Seal certification process,” says Todd Elms, President of Instant Power. “We are excited...

MCMINNVILLE, ORE.—The Ground, a Yamhill County-based ecosystem of businesses that connect farms, food and people through hospitality, has expanded guest accommodations across its farms in Carlton and Yamhill, Ore. These farmstays provide an opportunity for guests to both relax and connect with agriculture, nature, and each other. The Ground’s diverse B&B accommodations include Inn The Ground, a unique farmstay built into the hillside, the Yamhill House, a restored 115-year-old craftsman home co-located with the Ground’s Source Farms Retail outlet, and the Tabula Rasa Farmhouse, which opened in 2021. The Ground’s newest B&B offering, Inn The Ground, is a luxurious property built into the working...