When Marriott lowers its expectations for REVPAR growth for the balance of 2007 we should all pay attention. (USA Today, July 13) Marriott lowered its expectations based upon softening demand and the pressure that will exert on rate growth. While REVPAR is still forecasted to grow by up to 6% this year, this represents a softening from the almost double digit growth of the last few years.
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