After Mumbai, Debating Security at Luxury Hotels
Experts say little can be done to stop trained gunmen from attacking hotels, the new magnets for terrorists.

OPINION: Luxury hotels drawing more than just guests
The terrorist attacks on India?s luxury hotels show that despite recent improvements, most of these establishments are still vulnerable to danger if terrorists spend sufficient time and money developing a plan, writes KEITH BRADSHER

Int'l Hotels Draw Elites and Terror Threat
International hotels attract elite travelers -- and threats from militants.

OPINION: Luxury hotels drawing more than just guests
The public relations value of attacking a symbol of national pride like the Taj Mahal makes it even more attractive to terrorists. ? AFP picture FOR decades, luxury hotels have been oases for travellers in developing countries; places to mingle with the local elite, enjoy a lavish meal or a dip in the pool and sleep in a clean, safe room.

Luxury hotels difficult to protect from terrorists
Last week's lethal attacks in Mumbai have underlined the extent to which luxury hotels are not only becoming magnets for terrorists, but worse, experts say, that little can be done to stop them.

Indian Hotels to take 30% revenue hit
Mumbai, Dec. 1: Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) is likely to see its revenues tumble 30 per cent next year as it struggles to restore its terrorist-ravaged Taj Mahal Palace and Tower luxury hotel.

Monsoon Cup visitors jam KT hotels, resorts
KUALA TERENGGANU: Hotels and resorts here are experiencing a boom in tourist arrivals despite the monsoon spell, thanks to the Monsoon Cup. Foreign sailing enthusiasts and team members from participating countries have contributed to an increase in occupancy rates.

5-Star Hotels Come to Yekaterinburg
02 December 2008 By Anna Korolyova / Vedomosti Yekaterinburg is seeing a mini-boom in the construction of high-end hotels, with projects from several international hospitality chains already nearing completion.

2 Utah hotels maintain AAA's elite status
Two Utah hotels maintained their elite standing with AAA Travel, while three new properties in the state were added to the second-tier list published annually by the nation's largest travel organization.

Hotels emerging as terror magnets
Hotel officials say they're virtually defenseless against the kinds of terrorist attacks as those perpetrated this year in Mumbai and Islamabad. No amount of preparations could have prevented the teams of heavily armed attackers who commandeered Mumbai's Taj Mahal Palace and Oberoi luxury hotels from carrying out their plans, hotel owners told The New York Times. They say they're totally ...

Two Dozen Hotels Offer 'Mile High' Room Rate
Denver hotels are offering up special deals to lure in guests over the holidays.

Western hotels a favoured target: Analysts
SINGAPORE: Asia?s luxury hotels have become a favoured target for violent Islamic militant groups and security must be stepped up, experts said today after a deadly hostage-taking at two hotels in Mumbai.

Goa police make surprise call on hotels
Several police vehicles were spotted on the coastal belt late Monday evening engaged in surprise checks of star hotels.

International Hotels Draw Elites and Terror Threat
Major international hotels draw foreign visitors, society's elite _ and threats from militants

Are hotels magnets for terrorists?
Last week's lethal attacks on two of India's most famous hotels ? coming just two months after a huge truck bomb devastated the Marriott in Islamabad, Pakistan ? have underlined the extent to which these hotels are becoming magnets for terrorists.

Host Hotels shares drop sharply after downgrade
(AP:NEW YORK) Shares of Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. dropped sharply on Monday after an RBC Capital Markets analyst downgraded his rating on the real estate investment trust to "Sector Perform," citing a drop in demand for high-price hotel rooms.

International hotels are inviting targets for terrorists
In places where Western-style amenities are rare, international hotels are often the most vital connection to the rest of the world. That's why, experts say, hotels have been attacked by terrorists in Pakistan, Jordan, Afghanistan and now Mumbai, India.

Starwood hiring hundreds for its new hotels
While many sectors are slashing jobs in a down economy, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. has been on a hiring spree. (HOT)

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Security at Hotels, Tourist Spots in UP to be Beefed Up
Security at hotels, restaurants and tourist spots across Uttar Pradesh is being stepped up in the wake of the deadly terror attacks on several locations in Mumbai including two leading hotels last week.