The waterpark industry is poised for growth in 2014. Read about the increases in supply and how the waterpark landscape will change in 2014.

Some full-service hotels are dropping room service, while others are maintaining the long-time amenity. Explore the cost and consumer impacts of this new trend.

 Summary: Economic impact studies demonstrate the economic benefits and desirability of hospitality projects Government entities may provide financial incentives for a project when they are presented with its benefits Economic impact comes from both short term and long term effects Developers planning hospitality projects such as resorts and conference centers are often looking to local

As the popularity of waterparks continues to grow across North America, we have analyzed current and projected supply for 2013.

The importance of completing a feasibility study and market analysis for waterpark properties. With money on the line, developers need clear answers.

2012 waterpark season pass price points and incentives show that passes boost revenue and attendance at waterparks.

Hilton Hotels and Resorts brand achieved the highest median sale price per room of the top brands in the U.S., while the Days Inn brand garnered the lowest median sale price per room.

How a feasibility analysis answers the important questions and assist in the decision making process.

Waterpark resorts continue to emerge as a growing leisure development option. Explore current and projected (2011) waterparks in the U.S. and Canada.

Analysis of current waterparks in the U.S. and Canada and those projected to open in 2010. Number of waterparks continues to climb, but at much slower pace than recent years.

By: David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC and Joseph Pierce, The economic upheaval of the past few years has impacted all industries. Nationwide, the hospitality industry experienced some of the sharpest declines in occupancy and average daily rate in 2009 since records have been kept. Gains in occupancy and rate that were made through the

We project growth in the development of private and municipally owned waterparks. Explore the differences between these very different waterpark types.

Lender disinterest and equity contribution requirements make waterpark development funding difficult.

The recession has taken its toll on the waterpark industry. Indoor waterpark development expected to decline in 2009.

Proactive strategies for hoteliers to improve profitability during the economic decline.