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ASSOCIATED LUXURY HOTELS INTERNATIONAL
What is ALHI?
Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI) is a leading global sales organization representing an exclusive portfolio of the world’s most distinguished independent luxury hotels and resorts, cruise ships and destination management companies. Serving the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) marketplace, the expanding luxury leisure and business travel sector as well as destination weddings, ALHI connects planners and travel partners with more than 250 exceptional properties worldwide.
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What Hotels, Resorts, Cruise Ships and Destination Management Companies are Part of ALHI’s Portfolio?
ALHI represents a curated collection of more than 250 luxury hotels, resorts, cruise lines and destination management companies worldwide.
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Where are the ALHI Member Hotels Located?
The Americas, Europe, Middle East, Asia and Africa.
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Where is ALHI Located?
ALHI headquarters is in Dallas, Texas, and has a corporate presence of nearly 80 sales professionals across multiple regions, with 26 offices throughout North America and Europe. Its team of sales professionals is decentralized to support local planners’ needs.
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Why Should I Work with ALHI?
Working with ALHI makes planning meetings and events easier. Instead of contacting multiple hotels, you work with one expert team that connects you to the right luxury properties worldwide.
What Makes ALHI Different from Major Hotel Chains?
ALHI aims to be more than transactional by supplying dates, rates and availability for your programs and events. We look to be a valued partner who moves with you, grows with you and communicates your needs (which are specific and sperate from traditional meetings and events) to our Member hotels.
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Who Leads ALHI?
Michael Dominguez is President and CEO of ALHI.
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What are the ALHI Divisions?
ALHI gives planners streamlined access to a curated portfolio of luxury hotels, resorts, cruise lines and destination partners worldwide. Instead of reaching out to multiple properties, planners work with one dedicated ALHI global sales professional who manages the RFP process, recommends best-fit options based on program goals and budget, and helps navigate negotiations with established relationships across its Members.
Luxury Leisure & Business Travel
A global sales division focused on serving luxury leisure travel, business travel, consortia, wholesale partners and entertainment travel, helping connect travel professionals and companies with ALHI’s luxury portfolio.
ALHI’s wedding planning and venue discovery service that supports both couples and professional planners with curated wedding venues and collections at luxury hotels and resorts.
A division dedicated to gaming and esports initiatives, connecting ALHI Members with esports events, experiential gaming programs and industry partners.
Provides high-level advisory services for hotels, destinations and partners — including destination development, sales strategy and market positioning expertise.
A full-service marketing, creative and communications division integrated into ALHI’s offerings to support Member hotels and partners with brand strategy, digital marketing, PR and creative campaigns.
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ALHI LUXURY GLOBAL SALES
What is ALHI Group Sales?
ALHI Group Sales is the core division dedicated to connecting meeting and event professionals with ALHI’s curated portfolio of luxury hotels, resorts, cruise lines and destinations worldwide. Acting as an extension of both the planner and the property sales team, the division simplifies sourcing, accelerates decision-making and helps ensure successful group programs from discovery through contract.
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Who Does ALHI Group Sales Serve?
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Corporate meeting planners
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Associations
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Incentive houses
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Third-party planners
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Agencies and event strategists
What is the ALHI Value to Planners?
A single, trusted contact that provides unbiased recommendations and saves research time while expanding access to vetted luxury options globally.
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What is the ALHI Value to Member Hotels?
Qualified opportunities, better-matched leads and a consultative sales partner advocating for the property.
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Is There a Cost to Use ALHI Group Sales Services?
ALHI offers complimentary support to planners. ALHI is funded by dues from its Member hotels.
How Can I Get Started with ALHI Group Sales?
Search ALHI Hotels & Resorts and submit your RFP or email our dedicated team for personalized assistance.
ALHI LUXURY LEISURE & BUSINESS TRAVEL
ALHI Luxury Leisure & Business Travel focuses on connecting travel professionals and organizations with luxury hotels for individual (non-group) travel needs, including leisure trips and business travel.
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Which Hotels Participate in the Luxury Leisure & Business Travel Program?
The Luxury Leisure & Business Travel division features a distinct, curated list of hotels specifically aligned with the leisure, transient and business travel segments.
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How Do I Learn More About the Luxury Leisure & Business Travel Hotels?
Contact the team at luxuryleisuresales@alhi.com.
DESTINATION WEDDINGS BY ALHI
What is Destination Weddings by ALHI?
Destination Weddings by ALHI is a service offered by ALHI that connects engaged couples and professional wedding planners with luxury hotel and resort venues around the world. It works with a curated portfolio of independent, upscale properties to help find the perfect setting and simplify planning.
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Who Benefits from Destination Weddings by ALHI Service?
- Couples planning a destination wedding, especially those looking for high-end or unique venues.
- Wedding planners and industry professionals seeking curated venue options and industry support.
- Luxury hotel Members wanting to market their wedding capabilities to planners and couples.
What Services Does Destination Weddings by ALHI Provide?
- Venue Selection — Identifying luxury destinations and properties that match your wedding vision.
- Site Visit Assistance — Helping plan and coordinate exploratory trips to properties, including itineraries and appointments.
- Contract Support — Advising through contract review and negotiation with hotels when possible.
- Industry Partnerships and Resources — Including educational content, newsletters and connections to partners like Carats & Cake with high-visibility wedding content.
Is There a Cost to Use ALHI Destination Weddings by ALHI Services?
Destination Weddings by ALHI offers complimentary support to planners and couples. ALHI is funded by dues from its Member hotels.
How Can I Get Started with Destination Weddings by ALHI?
Visit Destination Weddings by ALHI to explore venues, wedding collections and submit a proposal request or email our dedicated team for personalized assistance.
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What is ALHI Esports?
ALHI Esports specializes in serving the global esports industry by connecting Member hotels with esports events, gaming experiences and esports-related tourism opportunities.
It aims to offer selection, expertise and connections for large-scale tournament settings, competitive events and experiential gaming within the hospitality sector.
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Is Esports Just for Gamers or Also for Planners and Destinations?
ALHI’s esports offerings are designed to help:
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Esports Event Organizers secure luxury venues and accommodations
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Meeting and Event Planners integrate gaming into programs
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Destinations and Hotels position themselves as Esports-ready locations
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Tourism Partners leverage esports as a travel driver
Is There a Cost to Use ALHI Esports?
ALHI Esports offers complimentary support to game developers, tournament organizers and other rights holders. ALHI is funded by dues from its Member hotels.
How Can I Afford to Use ALHI’s Luxury Hotels and Resorts When Most of the Gaming and Esports Events Look to Value Accommodation?
There’s no doubt that ALHI and our portfolio of hotels, resorts, cruise lines and destination management companies are not for every event and program. However, for events where you need to take care of VIPs and top clients, where you need to differentiate your product and secure organizational participation, where you need to take care of the players and allow them to relax and recharge, we fit perfectly. If there’s potential for multiple events, whether in a calendar year or over several years, then there’s an opportunity to provide luxury accommodation for your event.
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What Makes ALHI Different from Major Hotel Chains for Esports Events?
ALHI aims to be more than transactional by supplying dates, rates and availability for your programs and events. We look to be a valued partner who moves with you, grows with you and communicates your needs (which are specific and sperate from traditional meetings and events) to our Member hotels. Additionally, we’ve partnered with gaming and esports companies to provide for greater alignment within this space and to grow the industry at large – partnerships with companies like UNEVN, Cyberlabs, PLAYHRDR Advisors, ESIC, The Esports Radar and SXNGA. Thus, moving from transactional relationships to partnerships that advance this space and your event.
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Why is ALHI Entering Gaming and Esports?
Gaming and esports are a $200 billion industry where half the planet identifies as either a hard-core gamer or casual enthusiast. An emerging component of this space moving forward is hospitality and tourism, and how this space can elevate the experience and tighten things up logistically. That’s where ALHI comes into play. We offer luxury accommodations that assist in leveling up the experience, creating memorable touchpoints, differentiating product and essentially telling the story. Add in that we’ve secured gaming and esports partnerships that allow for greater alignment and incorporation into our portfolio footprint, and we think this elevates the industry and space.
How Can I Get Started with ALHI Esports?
Contact the Esports Division at njohnson@alhi.com.
62ABOVE POWERED BY ALHI
What is 62ABOVE Powered by ALHI?
62ABOVE Powered by ALHI is ALHI’s full-service creative marketing agency division offering advanced marketing, branding and PR services. The agency, based in San Diego and founded in 2020, is experienced in travel and hospitality marketing.
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Is 62ABOVE Part of ALHI?
Yes. 62BOVE is a division of ALHI. ALHI acquired 62ABOVE in April 2024, as part of a strategic expansion of services it can offer to Members and Clients.
Is There an Additional Fee to use 62ABOVE Services?
Yes. 62BOVE is a division of ALHI. ALHI acquired 62ABOVE in April 2024, as part of a strategic expansion of services it can offer to Members and Clients.
How Can I Get Started with 62ABOVE Powered by ALHI?
Contact the 62ABOVE Powered by ALHI team at info@62above.com.
ALHI STRATEGIC ADVISORY GROUP
What Is ALHI Strategic Advisory Group?
Strategic Advisory Group provides customized advising, strategic guidance, executive coaching, training and thought leadership to ALHI’s Member hotels, Clients and preferred Partners.
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What Services Does the Strategic Advisory Group Provide?
The group is made up of industry experts and advisers with broad experience in hospitality, meetings, strategic planning, leadership, sales performance, communication and operational effectiveness. Its offerings include:
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Advisory and Executive Board Facilitation — helping leadership teams shape strategy
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Executive Coaching and Leadership Development — tailored mentoring for leaders
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Sales and Operational Performance Assessments — reviews and coaching for sales teams
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Project Work and Strategic Implementation — bespoke consulting engagements
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Keynote Speaking and Conference Facilitation — expert presentations and facilitation at events
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Systems Analysis and Reporting — operational and data assessments to improve processes
Who Leads and Contributes to the Strategic Advisory Group?
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Dr. Lalia Rach — Executive Managing Director, Strategic Services (hospitality academic and consultant)
The Strategic Advisory Group features a team of seasoned hospitality professionals. Some of the advisers include:
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Armine Terzyan — Strategic operations and analytics specialist
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Neen James — Leadership, productivity and strategy coach
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Karen Richardson — Leadership and talent solutions expert
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Heather Hansen O’Neill — Behavioral and sales performance expert
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Eric Rozenberg — Business strategy and small business consultant
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Sue Hershkowitz-Coore (“Speaker Sue”) — Communication and sales facilitator
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Neil Johnson — Strategic implementation and project work
Is There an Additional Fee to Use the Strategic Advisory Group Services?
Yes, professional advising support involves fees. Each strategic advisory engagement is tailored to your specific strategic or operational needs.
How Can I Learn More About the ALHI Strategic Advisory Group?
Contact the ALHI Strategic Advisory Group team at advisorygroup@alhi.com.
ALHI PARTNERS
Does ALHI Partner with Brands or Organizations?
These are business-to-business service partners that support ALHI Members, and Clients with tools, services and experiences related to meetings, events, staffing, technology and entertainment.
Some partners offer Member-exclusive benefits or discounts, accessible via ALHI’s Member Portal.
ALHI Partners are trusted industry collaborators that help elevate the overall experience, visibility and business opportunities for ALHI’s luxury Member hotels and the clients who work with them.
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Destination Partners are destination marketing organizations (DMOs) and tourism boards aligned with ALHI to promote specific cities or regions as optimal venues for meetings, events, incentive travel and group programs.
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Impact Partners are nonprofit organizations that ALHI supports to advance meaningful impact, sustainability and social responsibility in hospitality and beyond.
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Strategic Partners are organizations ALHI works with to enhance industry reach, create new opportunities or offer complementary services that strengthen customer value and destination appeal.
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