"Hoteliers Score Business with Sports Groups" Hotel News Now, May 2013, by by Eric B. Hansen, AIA, ISHC

This article explores the opportunities and key relationships between the sports group consumer and hotels.

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"Performance Soars at Hotels Connected to Airport Terminals" Hotel News Now, March 2013, by Joseph Pierce

This article highlights the advantages on-site airport hotels have over other airport properties.

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"Waterpark Resorts Supply and Demand 2013 Update" Hotel Online, January 2013, by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC

This article surveys indoor and outdoor waterpark resorts in the United States and Canada and lists indoor and outdoor waterpark resorts that currently exist and are projected to open in 2013.

Mr. Sangree presented the 2013 Waterpark Update at the Aquatics International and Waterparks + Resorts 2013 Virtual Conference. To view the webinar or the PowerPoint presentation, please see links below.

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"When the Waters Run Dry" World Waterpark Magazine, October 2012, by Eric B. Hansen, AIA, ISHC

This article summarizes five discussion points regarding waterpark operations in drought conditions.

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"How to Analyze the Market and Determine Economic Feasibility" October 2012 at the World Waterpark Association Development Workshop in Las Vegas by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC

Powerpoint presentation concerning indoor and outdoor waterparks

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"Analysis of Golf Course Listing Prices" October 2012 by Nuresh Maredia

This article analyzes listings of 80 golf course located in 29 states to determine statistics concering their sale prices

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"Weight Loss Resorts are Boon for Developers" Hotel News Now, August 2012 by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC and Laurel A. Keller

This article analyzes the top weight loss resorts in the U.S. and discusses untapped demand in the market.

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"The Impact of State Incentivized Tourism Development" Hotel Online, April 2012, by Eric B. Hansen, AIA, ISHC

This article discusses the broad based municipal incentives that are available for the tourism industry.

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"Perform Market Analysis with a Feasibility Study for Indoor Waterpark Resorts and Outdoor Waterparks" Appraisal Journal, Spring 2012 and World Waterpark Magazine, by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC

This article discusses the importance of completing a feasibility study and market analysis for waterpark properties.

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"Season Pass Price Positioning at Outdoor Waterparks" Aquatics International, February 2012, by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC

This articles analyzes the top performing outdoor waterparks and their season passes and reviews price points and incentives used to sell season passes for the 2012 season.

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"Renting As an Alternative to Hotel Land Acquisition" Lodging Hospitality, December 2011, by Joseph Pierce

This article illustrates how renting land, rather then purchasing it, may work to the advantage of both the developer and the land owner.

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"Impact of Oil Boom on Hotels: Williston, North Dakota Market Overview" Hotel Online, September 2011, by Nuresh Maredia

This article discusses the impact that increased oil drilling has had on the local hotel market of Williston, North Dakota.

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"Ten Largest Hotel Brands’ Average Sale Prices" Hotel News Now, September 2011, by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC

This article discusses the sales trends of the top hotel brands.

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"Relevance of a Feasibility Study for Indoor and Outdoor Waterpark Resorts" Waterpark Development and Expansion Guide, 2011-2012, by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC

This article discusses the importance of performing a feasibility study when planning for a waterpark resort.

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"Waterpark Resorts Supply and Demand 2011 Update" Hotel News Now, August 2011, by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC

This article surveys indoor and outdoor waterpark resorts in the United States and Canada and lists indoor and outdoor waterpark resorts that currently exist and are projected to open in 2011.

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"Cleveland Lodging Market Overview" Ohio Hotel and Lodging Association, Cleveland Chapter Meeting, April 2011 by Eric B. Hansen, AIA, ISHC

This article discusses the trends in the Cleveland hotel market.

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"Lower-Tier Sale Prices Plummet; Upper-Tier Price Soar: An Analysis of 431 Recent Hotel Sales" Hotel News Now, March 2011, by Laurel A. Keller

This article discusses the disparity in hotel sale prices in 2009 and 2010.

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"Dry Ski Slopes: Indoor Skiing without Snow" Hotel Online, December 2010, by Nuresh Maredia

This article discusses the new phenomena of dry ski slopes and what they could mean for the skiing industry.

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"The Lodging Market is Improving in Ohio’s Big Cities" Hotel Online, September, 2010 by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC, and Joseph Pierce

This article discusses hospitality markets in Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati.

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"Making Sense of Green Certifications in Lodging Facilities" Hotel Online, September 2010 by Eric Hansen, AIA, ISHC

This article discusses the various types of green certifications and assesses the key attributes of each program.

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"Financing Your Indoor Waterpark Resort in 2010" Hotel News Now, June 2010 by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC and Eric Hansen, AIA, ISHC

Financing a new-build hotel and indoor waterpark resort remains extremely difficult in 2010. The article discusses the types of financing that are generally available, the characteristics of the developer, the lender and the typical indoor waterpark resort development.

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"Waterpark Resorts Supply and Demand 2010 Update" Hotel Online, June 2010 by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC

This article surveys indoor and outdoor waterpark resorts in the United States and Canada and lists indoor and outdoor waterpark resorts that currently exist and are projected to open in 2010.

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"2009 Median Hotel Prices Plummet - Is it Time to Appeal Your Property Taxes?" Hotel Online, November 2009 by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC and Joseph Pierce. 

This article discusses the need for property owners and assessors to continually analyze values of hotels in markets throughout the United States that have probably declined since the last valuation.

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"Financing Your Indoor Waterpark Resort in 2009" Hotel Online, September 2009 by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC

This article discusses the unique challenges in obtaining financing for indoor waterpark projects.

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"Outdoor Waterparks: Private vs. Municipal" Aquatics International, September 2009 by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC and Nuresh Maredia
This article surveys outdoor waterparks and profiles the differences in private and municipally owned facilities.
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"Indoor Waterpark Resorts Supply and Demand Mid-Year 2009 Update" Hotel Online, July, 2009 by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC
This article surveys indoor waterparks in the United States and Canada and discusses how indoor waterpark resorts still have opportunities for growth even spite of the economic recession.
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"Value Place – A Hotel/Apartment Fusion" Hotel Online, July 2009 by Laurel A. Keller
This article focuses on the unique nature of the Value Place brand as hotel that can also act as an apartment complex for guests needing extended stay accommodations.
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“Hotel Property Condition Assessments: The Basics” Hotel Online, March, 2009, by Eric B. Hansen, AIA, ISHC
This article discusses the nuts and bolts of property condition assessments and why they are an important aspect of hospitality property ownership.
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"Indoor Waterparks Face Challenges in 2009" Hotel News Now, February, 2009, by David J. Sangree
This article discusses the growth of indoor waterparks in North America and the challenges these properties face in 2009.
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"Dealing With the Economic Downturn: 10 Ideas for Hotels and Resorts" Hotel Online, December, 2008, by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC and Joseph Pierce
This article discusses ten proactive strategies for hoteliers to adapt to the economic downturn and try to improve profitability in their hotels and resorts.
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"Cleveland's Second Wind: 2008 Overview" Hotel Online, September, 2008, by David J. Sangree, Robert Zjaba, and Laurel Keller
This article gives a brief overview of the Cleveland hotel industry and discusses the future potential in the Cleveland market.
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"Financing Your Indoor Waterpark," World Waterpark Association’s 2008 Development and Expansion Guide, by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC
This article highlights the challenges of financing waterparks and offers advice on overcoming these challenges with thorough feasibility analysis and a comprehensive loan documentation package.
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"Indoor Waterparks: Surfing a Wave in North America in '08" Hotel Online, July, 2008 and Water Leisure and Lodging, July, 2008, by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC
This article discusses the growth of indoor waterparks in North America and their wide appeal to families as a vacation destination.
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"Economic Impact Studies Help Land Financing" Hotel Motel Management, May 2008, by David J. Sangree MAI, CPA, ISHC
This article discusses economic impact studies and the important role they play in financing projects.
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"Unique Ways for Resorts to Radically Increase Revenue" Developments Magazine, an ARDA publication, April, 2008, by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC and Laurel Keller
This article discusses ways to increase a resorts revenue through various facility additions or expansions.
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"Is Water Conservation at Waterparks Considered Oxymoronic?" Hotel Online, April, 2008 by Eric B. Hansen, AIA, ISHC
As developers are beginning to locate their indoor and outdoor waterpark resorts in areas more susceptible to drought, this article explores the issue of water conservation becoming more prevalent not only within the industry, but within the public view as well. This article discusses Drought Management plans.
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"Number of Indoor Waterpark Destination Resorts Grows in ‘08" Hotel Online, February, 2008, by David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC
This article defines the different types of indoor waterpark resorts which exist. It provides a listing of the existing supply of indoor waterpark destination resorts and those which should open in 2008.
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"Water Wave of Profits" CNBC, January 30, 2008
This video features David J. Sangree and Kalahari Resort President Todd Nelson and the expansion of the Kalahari Resort in Sandusky, Ohio. The story focuses on waterpark resorts as one of the fastest growing segments in the multi-billion dollar vacation industry.
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