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Walt Disney World wins burgeoning upscale category.

Publication: Business Travel News
Publication Date: 06-MAR-06 		Format: Online
Delivery: Immediate Online Access

Article Excerpt
Eleven brands vied for top billing in the upscale category of Business Travel News' U.S. Hotel Chain Survey, with Walt Disney World Resorts coming out ahead by offering premium meeting facilities and staff service. Strong growth performance within the category also stimulated new development of many hotel brands--both domestically and abroad.

Disney carried every category, receiving high marks for its ability to arrange individual travel, its meeting facilities and the helpfulness of its staff. Falling in behind Disney was Hilton International, which in January was bought by Hilton Hotels Corp. for $5.71 billion, in second place. Marriott, Hyatt and Hilton brand Embassy Suites rounded out the top five.

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