Homewood Suites by Hilton Announces Plans for High Speed Internet Access at All Its Hotels; Extended-Stay Brand to Offer High-Speed Internet Access in 100 percent of Guest Suites.Business Editors/Travel Writers MEMPHIS Memphis, city, ancient Egypt Memphis (mĕm`fĭs), ancient city of Egypt, capital of the Old Kingdom (c.3100–c.2258 B.C.), at the apex of the Nile delta and 12 mi (18 km) from Cairo. , Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 18, 2003 Wireless Access in the Lodge and Business Center Citing the needs of today's travelers to keep to their normal business routines while on the road, Homewood Suites by Hilton(R) today announced its plan to offer high speed Internet access See how to access the Internet. in all suites and specific hotel areas at all of the brand's 124 hotel locations by April 1, 2004. Currently, nearly half of Homewood Suites by Hilton hotels
"The question of high speed Internet access has never been `if' for us, but `when,'" said Jim Holthouser, senior vice president, brand management. "We feel now is the time to stay ahead of the technology curve, particularly for our extended stay guests who are migrating toward hotels with high speed Internet access. The April 1st deadline gives our owners the opportunity to budget and the time to find the best service provider that meets their needs." The new high speed Internet plan is also included in Homewood Suites by Hilton's 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, which ensures guests complete satisfaction with every aspect of their stay or that room night is free. "We have been closely monitoring the evolution of high speed Internet access for many months. Our research shows that companies and business travelers view this amenity as an added benefit and are willing to pay a reasonable fee if it is available," added Holthouser. "As consumer demand grows and technology continues to change, we will remain proactive about this issue. If guest demand necessitates complimentary high speed Internet access across the brand, we are certainly prepared to follow that course." Created in 1989, Homewood Suites by Hilton today has 124 hotels open with another 50 in the pipeline. Beyond its spacious two-room suites and home-like amenities, Homewood Suites guests can take advantage of the hotel's on-site Suite Shop(R) convenience store, exercise facility, and guest laundry. Guests can also enjoy a daily complimentary hot breakfast and weekday evening Manager's Reception(a) in the hotel's Lodge. Additional guest services include a complimentary grocery shopping service(b) and a complete business center. Most Homewood Suites locations also feature a swimming pool and outdoor sports court. To make reservations at a Homewood Suites by Hilton hotel, travelers can visit the Homewood Suites Web site at www.homewood-suites.com or call 1-800-CALL-HOME(R). Homewood Suites is a member of the Hilton HHonors Hilton HHonors[sic] is the loyalty program of the Hilton Hotels Corporation. HHonors benefits at participating Hilton, Conrad, Doubletree, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton Grand Vacations Club, Homewood Suites (R) guest reward program that allows its members to DoubleDip(R) by simultaneously accumulating both airline miles and hotel points with each qualifying stay. Homewood Suites by Hilton is part of Hilton Hotels Corporation Hilton Hotels Corporation (NYSE: HLT) is one of the leading global hospitality companies. As of April 2007 there are 2,645 hotels and 485,000 rooms employing 105,000 people in more than 80 countries. , which is recognized internationally as a preeminent pre·em·i·nent or pre-em·i·nent adj. Superior to or notable above all others; outstanding. See Synonyms at dominant, noted. [Middle English, from Latin prae hospitality company. The company develops, owns, manages or franchises more than 2,000 hotels, resorts, and vacation ownership properties. Its portfolio includes many of the industry's best known and most highly regarded hotel brands, including Hilton(R), Conrad(R), Doubletree(R), Embassy Suites Hotels Embassy Suites Hotels is a chain of hotels, which specializes in suite-style rooms that is owned by Hilton Hotels Corporation. Embassy Suites is an upscale chain of all-suite hotels. All guest rooms of this chain feature a separate living area as well as a sleeping area. (R), Hampton Inn(R), Hampton Inn & Suites(R), Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Garden Inn is the name of a chain of hotels operated by Hilton Hotels Corporation. Hilton Garden Inns are considered to be upscale, mid-priced hotels that are designed for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel brand is similar to that of the Courtyard by Marriott brand. (R) and Homewood Suites by Hilton(R). (a) Subject to state and local laws. Must be of legal drinking age The legal drinking age is a limit assigned by governments to restrict the access of children and youth to alcoholic beverages. In most countries the legal age to purchase alcohol is at least 18, but there are notable exceptions. . (b) Guest pays for groceries. Other restrictions apply. HHonors(R), Double Dip Double dip Used for listed equity securities. Dividend roll in which the "dividend capturer" already owns the stock cum dividend. Also used when tax depreciation is accessed in two countries concurrently. (R) and Double Dipping Double Dipping For brokerage firms, when a broker puts commissioned products into a fee-based account. The broker makes money from both the client and the commission. Notes: There is more than one meaning for the term depending on the context. (R) are trademarks owned by Hilton HHonors Worldwide, L.L.C. The following service marks are owned by Hilton Hospitality, Inc.: Hilton(R), Doubletree(R), Embassy Suites Hotels(R), Hampton Inn(R), Hampton Inn & Suites(R) and Homewood Suites by Hilton(R). Conrad(R) is owned by Conrad Hospitality, LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control . |
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