Aqua-Aston Hospitality

Hotel Management Company Aqua-Aston Hospitality Announces Brand Updates for Fall 2023, Expands Footprint in North America

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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HONOLULU, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hotel management company Aqua-Aston Hospitality, operating more than 25 properties in Hawaii, Arizona and Costa Rica, announces key updates for fall 2023:

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  • Aqua-Aston Hospitality shifted to bulk bathroom amenities across its Hawaii properties, eliminating 5.5 million pieces of single-use plastic waste from operations.
  • The brand seeks to help further limit single-use plastic by providing complimentary tote bags and reusable water bottles to A-List subscribers.
  • Aqua-Aston Hospitality is combatting local hunger by holding its annual Harvest for Hunger food drive through November 30, 2023.
  • With one in six people across the state struggling with food insecurity, this initiative puts food on tables in Hawaii.

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Provides Update on Impact of Maui Wildfires

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC) (“MVW” or the “Company”) provided an update today on the anticipated business impact of the Maui wildfires on its operations and financial results.

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  • Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC) (“MVW” or the “Company”) provided an update today on the anticipated business impact of the Maui wildfires on its operations and financial results.
  • The Company operates four vacation ownership resorts and sales centers in West Maui representing more than 10% of its annual contract sales.
  • In addition, its Aqua-Aston Hospitality property management business manages five properties in West Maui.
  • The impact of the Maui wildfires on fourth quarter operating results will depend on the timing of the re-opening of our resorts and the pace that travel returns to the island of Maui.

Marriott Vacations Worldwide (“MVW”) Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC) (the “Company”) reported second quarter 2023 financial results.

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  • Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC) (the “Company”) reported second quarter 2023 financial results.
  • Segment financial results attributable to common shareholders were $224 million in the second quarter of 2023 compared to $277 million in the prior year and Segment margin was 30%.
  • Segment financial results attributable to common shareholders were $24 million in the second quarter of 2023, Segment margin was 40% and Segment Adjusted EBITDA was $32 million.
  • The Financial Schedules that follow reconcile the non-GAAP financial measures set forth below to the following full year 2023 expected GAAP results for the Company.

CASTLE HOSPITALITY GROUP ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT OF PRESIDENT AND CEO ALAN MATTSON; APPOINTS MATT BAILEY AS CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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To ensure a seamless transition, the company has appointed long-time Hawaii hospitality executive Matt Bailey as Chief Operating Officer.

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  • To ensure a seamless transition, the company has appointed long-time Hawaii hospitality executive Matt Bailey as Chief Operating Officer.
  • A recognized leader in Hawaii's travel and tourism industry, Bailey previously served as President & Chief Operating Office of Aqua-Aston Hospitality.
  • "Castle Hospitality Group is an exceptional company with two distinct brands and a disciplined focus on delivering results through innovation," said Bailey.
  • In 2019, The Castle Group Inc. rebranded to Castle Hospitality Group.

Aqua-Aston Hospitality Announces New Initiatives and Guest Amenities for 2023

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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HONOLULU, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aqua-Aston Hospitality – boasting more than 25 properties in Hawaii, Arizona and Costa Rica – introduces a slate of new experiences and offerings for travelers in 2023. Over the past year, the destination-driven company has continued to advocate for sustainability and responsible travel by making brand-wide shifts at their hotels and resorts in Hawaii. The Aqua-Aston Hospitality portfolio is also seeing exciting growth across the Pacific with the debut of Botánika Osa Peninsula, Curio Collection by Hilton in Costa Rica, in addition to new on-site programming and an AAA-Four Diamond and Inspector's Best's 'Inspected Clean' designation at ADERO Scottsdale Resort. Noteworthy updates include:

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  • Known for leading Hawaii's reef-safe movement with the launch of #ForOurReef , the management group continues to be a forerunner for environmental change in the hospitality industry.
  • Most recently, Aqua-Aston Hospitality completed a shift away from single-use plastic at all properties with the introduction of bulk bathroom amenities in partnership with Hotel Emporium .
  • Reflective of Aqua-Aston Hospitality's #ForOurReef initiatives, the company's hotels and resorts in Hawaii debuted new uniforms in partnership with Honolulu-based resort wear brand Tori Richard.
  • Beyond offering admission to guests, Aqua-Aston Hospitality also sponsors special, limited-time exhibitions on-view throughout the year.