Chip Rogers

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As Trump Effect Hits International Travel, US Hotel Sector Feels the Pain

By Mack Burke
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POTEL, MOTEL, HOLIDAY INN (SAY WHAT?!) : Patels currently own 22,000 motels and hotels in the United States, collectively valued at $128 billion. The community owns a mix of low-budget and middle-budget hotels, both independently and as part of a franchise. Stay tuned — they’re also gradually seeping into higher-end hotels, like Hilton and Courtyard by Marriott.
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Powerful Patels: A Look Into the Quiet Community of Indian U.S. Hotel Owners

By Rheaa Rao
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