October 21, 2018 NEWS MGM Resorts bolsters East Coast presence NEWS HB ON THE SCENE: Omni has $1B in project development EDITOR'S NOTE A few words from Christina Trauthwein EVENTS & ASSOCIATIONS HB ON THE SCENE: Four Seasons returns to Philly with tech, locale in mind EVENTS & ASSOCIATIONS HB ON THE SCENE: Technology, labor & brand issues remain top of mind EVENTS & ASSOCIATIONS Road to the show SUPPLY SIDE: TELEVISION CONTENT Voice controls, casting add to the personalization of a guest’s stay POLICIES & PROCEDURES Amid wildfires, hotels need to prep and learn strategies COVER STORY Dynamic Duo: Aiden arrives, with Sadie close behind DESIGN: RENOVATIONS Urban Chic: Outside of the Emerald City, Embassy Suites revamps GLOBAL VIEW Pop culture boosts Croatia’s tourism FOOD & BEVERAGE F&B trends showcase local bites, insect alternatives OPINION Remembering the dignity of labor in the United States