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Old Nov 12, 2009 | 6:11 pm
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Originally Posted by DenverBrian
Again, that's assuming the "many hotels" have the current cash flow to afford Marriott's franchise and reservations fees. Since so many of them are throwing their keys at the bank these days, I'm still confused as to how Marriott will convince them to sink even more money into a faux brand. Possible Marriott hubris.
In the issue of full disclosure remember I am retired from MI but I have a very extensive knowledge across the major brands/franchisors...MI's reservation engine has the strongest contribution of any of major lodging companies from my personal experiences....this is extremely important to those who reluctantly find themself as a current hotel owner....personally I can think of many lenders who are probably in current discussions with MI
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