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Lifestyle Hotels in Modern Shanghai, 2004.
A comprehensive examination of the popular housing alternative in 21st century Shanghai known as lifestyle hotels.
3,182 words (approx. 12.7 pages), 17 sources, MLA, $ 92.95
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This paper develops the argument that a small lifestyle hotel will not be able to finance itself without a combination of apartment units; sales of the apartment units will serve to generate an enormous amount of the revenue required to pay back to creditors in comparison to just selling a hotel room on a daily basis. The goal of the paper is to determine the outcome of both approaches using the positive and phenomenologist approaches. A brief discussion of Shanghai?s current and future opportunities and challenges is followed by a review of these two methodological approaches to research. A determination of the appropriateness of one over the other is then followed by a summary of the research in the conclusion.
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"Background and Overview. According to Wakeman and Yeh (1992), the tenfold increase in Shanghai's population between 1842 and 1945 was largely a result of Chinese immigration from the countryside into the city, especially into the International Settlement (which doubled in numbers between 1895 and 1910 and doubled again between 1910 and 1930) and the French Concession (which almost tripled between 1895 and 1915 and more than tripled again between 1915 and 1930). ?From the 1850s on, each new social disturbance in the interior sent tens of thousands of Chinese refugees to Shanghai, seeking protection under the English and French flags? (Wakeman & Yeh 1992, p. 1). Since the Communist victory in 1949, however, Shanghai has emerged as an industrial giant whose products supply China's growing domestic demands. The city has also experience pronounced physical changes with the establishment of industrial suburbs and housing complexes, the improvement of public works, and the creation of parks and other recreational facilities (Shanghai 2004)."
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Lifestyle Drugs, 2005.
A discussion on the importance of recreational and life style drugs.
2,220 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 29 sources, MLA, $ 68.95
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This paper examines how the expanding number of lifestyle drugs can soon be expected to reach the consumer driven marketplace. It looks at how this expanding availability of drugs that can be used to change appearance, cognitive and physical capacities is changing the social fabric of culture and poses a difficult challenge to healthcare service providers. It also discusses whether there is any actual physiological need for lifestyle drugs and contends that lifestyle drugs are a fact of modern culture and will continue to play an ever-increasing role in economy-health-society model.
Outline
Defining Lifestyle Drugs
Implications Inherent in the Definition of Lifestyle Drugs
Pharmacological Approaches to Problems of Lifestyle Choice
Consequences of Increasing Usage
Economic Considerations
Misuse of Lifestyle Drugs
Lifestyle Drug-Substitution Strategy
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"A key element in the consideration of lifestyle drugs is how they are to be paid for. These new lifestyle drugs come at a time when health care budgets are universally stretched, funding of these drugs could only come at the expense of other more traditional medical treatments.
Lifestyle drugs which address impotence, hair loss, smoking cessation and obesity are rapidly increasing their market share of the pharmaceutical market (Dickman, 2001). In this regard, the pharmaceutical industry has made significant increases to their direct to consumer advertising, from 790million USD in 1996 to 1.8billion USD in 1999 in America alone (IMS Health Report, 2000). In the UK it was predicted that sildenafil alone would cost the health care system 1.3billion GBP (Beecham, 1999), actual costings so far haven't reached these proportions. However, health care budgets could be threatened by wide spread use of lifestyle drugs, especially since sildenafil is only the first of a new wave of lifestyle drugs. "
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Lifestyle and Sustainability, 2005.
A discussion on how a person's lifestyle choices affect society.
3,361 words (approx. 13.4 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 95.95
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In today's society, people feel that they must have many things to make their lives more comfortable. They feel they must have multiple cars, refrigerators and multiple televisions in their homes. Few realize the extent of energy being wasted and the impact it is having on the environment. This paper on lifestyle and sustainability discusses what impacts the choices people make can have on society and industry.
Outline
Lifestyle and Sustainability: Yes We Can!
Description of LOHAS
Sustainability
Global Impacts
Analysis of Lifestyles
Financial Observation
Environmental Practices in Corporate Cultures
Consumer Behaviors and Their Environmental Influence
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"LOHAS is an acronym for Lifestyles of health and sustainability. They are comprised of a segment of the population who has made the conscious decision to leave as small a destructive footprint on earth as they can manage. They see the impact of years of careless mismanagement of the earth's resources and they aim to reverse the mindset that American's are unwilling to pay more for goods that are obtained in an ecologically sustainable manner. This market segment emerged from a desire to have food free from pesticides, herbicides and other chemicals. As their knowledge grew and more products became available their interests turned to solar energy, windmill energy, energy efficient appliances, natural and herbal health products, cleaning supplies, clothes derived from all natural fabrics and homes built from sustainable materials. (Peterson, 2005)"
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Pets and Lifestyle, 2008.
This paper is a research project to study the relationship of pet ownership and a healthier lifestyle and life-satisfaction.
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 32.95
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This paper states that the hypothesis for this study is that pet owners would have a healthier lifestyle and a higher life-satisfaction rating than non-owners. The author reports that the participants of this study consisted of a group of 100 students who elected to take this survey for class credit. The author relates that the results of this study did not support this hypothesis suggesting that there was no significant relationship between pet ownership and lifestyle choices or life-satisfaction. The paper concludes that the reason this study contradicts previous studies, which revealed a positive relationship between pet ownership, health, and well-being, is that the sample was young, lived with other people and was not random.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Method
Participants
Materials
Procedure
Results
Figure. Correlation of Pet Ownership and Life-Satisfaction
Discussion
From the Paper
"To gather data for this study, an online survey was prepared and put on the SONA Systems website. This survey consisted of several multiple-choice questions regarding pet ownership, health, and lifestyle choices. The survey also asked for demographic information, such as age and gender. One example question is "how would you rate your life-satisfaction?" And the responses available included: very satisfied, fairly satisfied, unsure, fairly unsatisfied, and very unsatisfied. The same format was used to ask questions regarding behaviors such as smoking, drinking, and fast food intake."
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Lifestyle of the Ichthyosaur, 2004.
An examination of the lifestyle of the ichthyosaur.
3,789 words (approx. 15.2 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 104.95
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This paper looks at the habits and characteristics of the ichthyosaur, which is a family of marine reptiles that existed during the same era as the dinosaurs. The paper looks at the lifestyle of the species and focuses on various extinction theories.
Introduction
Well-Adapted to Ocean Life
Diet
Reproduction
Locomotion
Deep Divers
Conclusion
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"Ichthyosaur fossils were discovered in the late nineteenth century, before the first dinosaur fossils were discovered, and received little acclaim. It wasn?t until the recent discovery a few years ago of a small amount of new specimens in Japan and China that a wider interest in ichthyosaurs? was revived. The ichthyosaur is a fish-shaped tetrapod of the diapsid family. Tetrapod means four-limbed vertebrate. Diapsids are classified as having two openings in the skull and is a classification that encompasses reptiles and birds. There is much fossil evidence to support the conclusion that ichthyosaurs were descended from terrestrial, or land-dwelling, reptiles. One such example is that Ichthyosaurs were air-breathers like cetaceans."
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Hilton Hotels Corporation, 2007.
This paper provides an analysis of the Hilton Hotels Corporation.
1,414 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper analyzes the brand positioning, recognition and industry performance of the Hilton Hotels Corporation (HHC), as well as the marketing and evaluation strategies they have adopted. The paper applies a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats (SWOT) analysis to better assess the current status of HHC vis-a-vis other lodging hospitality companies, particularly Marriott. The paper discusses how the results of a SWOT analysis can contribute to the company's performance and branding efficiency. The paper concludes with recommended action plans.
Outline:
Introduction
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Recommendations
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"Brand extension became possible for HHC, through mergers and acquisitions. Among the brands acquired by the HHC are Hampton Inn, Doubletree, Embassy Suites and Homewood Suites. As a result of this brand extension, HHC has also expanded its service coverage, which now includes conference centers, airport hotels, destination resorts, apart from its usual center hotels and all-suite hotels services. Thus, business expansion is inevitable for HHC. Through its acquisitions, HHC is now known as not only an owner of a hotel chain, but also as manager to other hotels, owned through the Hilton brand. These strategies helped HHC became a well-known hotel brand internationally, especially among countries wherein Hilton has no recall or recognition as a hotel brand. Acquiring existing, popular hotels in an international territory helped Hilton be recognized as a superior and prestigious hotel brand, in effect."
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Trump Hotels and Casinos, 2007.
This paper gives a corporate analysis of Trump Hotels and Casinos.
1,333 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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This paper provides a general overview of some of the more salient aspects of Donald Trump's Trump Hotels and Casinos. The description of the corporation includes a list of the corporate executives, a brief history and context of the corporation. A description of casinos currently operating under this corporation, and marketing strategies for the Taj Mahal casino is also included. The analysis portion of this study highlights the financial successes and failures of the corporation. The final evaluation of the corporation is based on a synthesis of all information previously discussed. Prospects for the future of the corporation are examined.
Executive Summary
Corporate Executives
Brief History and Context
Casino Description
Casino Marketing: The Taj Mahal
Financial Analysis
Evaluation and Prospects for the Future
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"By 2004, the corporation's stocks had fallen 82% to $2.38 a share. At the time, this was little more than the cost of one ride of the New York City subway. And this abysmal performance had nothing to do with the casino industry. During the same period, rival MGM saw its shares rise by 223%. In 2004, Trump Hotels and Casinos was once more in Chapter 11 proceedings while it tried to figure a way out from underneath $1.8 billion in debt through corporate restructuring. In short, the history of Trump Hotels and Casinos has been one significant financial loss after another, falling stock prices, and increasing debt burdens."
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Canadian Pacific Hotels and Resorts, 2002.
An analysis of the company Canadian Pacific Hotels and Resorts.
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 106.95
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A SWOT analysis that examines the potential internal strengths and weaknesses as well as the potential environmental opportunities and threats to Canadian Pacific Hotels and Resorts (CPHR). The analysis concludes that CPHR has an essentially sound strategy that should operations into Europe in order to tap into unrealized operational income and to absorb potential reduction in North American income.
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Hilton Hotels in Chile, 2007.
An analysis of whether the cultural and political environment in Chile would support a venture of Hilton Hotels.
1,591 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper discusses the reasons that a Hilton Hotel in Chile may or may not be a success. It begins by describing a general overview of Chile and its current business environment. It then discusses its political stability and its infrastructure. It discusses the cultural aspects of Chile that would make it a favorable position for a Hilton Hotel. The paper concludes by discussing the plans for the Hilton in that area of South America.
Table of Contents:
Chile: A Country Overview
Current Business Environment Of Chile
Political Stability
Economic Infrastructure
Cultural Aspects
Plan for the Hilton
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Given the Chilean government's new desire to address historical inequities in the nation, and its relatively strong economy and currency which would mitigate some of the risks in embarking upon these new ventures, Chile offers itself as a nation not simply of scenic beauty, but of attractive investment opportunities. The nation and the region are changing, and so is the hospitality industry. Because of its varied nature, offering a site for local business as well as a potential place for adventure travel or 'off the beaten path' personal enrichment, Chile offers a wealth of unusual investment opportunities for the Hilton Corporation."
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Marriott Hotels, 1993.
A 1993 look at Marriott Hotels and examines historical background, present structure, external environment, weaknesses, opportunities, threats and future strategy.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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"MARRIOTT HOTELS
Historical Background
The Marriott hotel empire started out in 1927 as a mere rootbeer stand in Washington, D.C. by John Marriott of Utah (Goldwasser, 1986, p. 55). It then expanded into a full restaurant and eventually developed into a chain of restaurants called Hot Shoppes. Hot Shoppes specialized in tamales and chili con carne. Its next step diversification was in the field of airline catering in 1937. Twenty years after that, however, came its major move into hotels. The first hotel was opened in Arlington, Virgina. In 1964, Marriott's son Bill became president of the company, heading a conglomerate of four hotels, forty-five ..."
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Holiday Inn Express Hotels, 2005.
This paper is the case of a project plan forecast for implementing a WebTV system for the Holiday Inn Express Hotels.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper relates that the purpose of this project is to implement a program to outfit the rooms of Holiday Inn Express with Web TV in order to provide cable service and Internet access to visitors. The author points out that this project has a budget of $10 million, to be implemented over a three-year period. The paper explains that the objective of the plan, which covers the United States first, then North America and then other parts of the world, is to bringing in new customers.
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"The purpose of this project is to implement a program to outfit the rooms of Holiday Inn Express with Web TV in order to provide cable service and Internet access to visitors. Communication Overseeing this project is a network of sponsors and executives, and progress must be communicated to this group as the implementation progresses. Among those to be kept informed are the leadership at corporate headquarters (meaning the Chairman of the Board, the Chief Executive, the Finance Director, and the Managing Director); the managers of the specific hotels involved in the plan, as different regions are added; vendors supplying the hardware and software; and other interested parties deemed part of this communication plan by the implementation team (Our management, 2005)."
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Cardiovacular Diseases and Lifestyle Factors, 2004.
Explores the various lifestyle factors in developed countries that can have an effect on cardiovascular health.
1,753 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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Detailed description of the effect of stress, substance abuse, diet and exercise on cardiovascular health. It is written in simple phrasing and medical terms are explained.
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"Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) result in 1/3 of global death in 1999. According to a World Health Organization report, CVD will become the leading cause of death in developed countries by 2010. Although genetic influence could trigger off underlying cause, most experts recognize that lifestyle influence still remain the most important factor for CVD through suppression of the disease. Lifestyle factors refer to options made on a daily basis with alternatives provided. A combination of unhealthy diet, sedentary lifestyle, high level of stress and drugs can prove detrimental to the cardiovascular system."
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Employee Turnover Rates of Hotels and Restaurants, 2002.
A paper which studies the reasons behind the steadily rising employee turnover rate in the American hotel and restaurant industry.
1,227 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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This paper examines the hotel and restaurant industry in the United States and provides several reasons for the rise in employee turnover rates in previous years. The paper shows that it might be the case that management is more at fault for this trend than the employees themselves.
Table of Contents
A Tight Job Market
Turnover Statistics
Salaried Versus Hourly
Part-time Employee Rates
The Hotel Industry
Layoffs Provide Potential Employees
Terrorism and the Economy
Attracting Employees
Surfing the Web
Luring Back Employees
Creating a New Image
Training the Future
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Most people believe those in the hospitality industry work long hours, earn a low income and have very little chance for advancement in their career. The industry actually offers a wide selection of jobs with flexible hours. Hotels and restaurants are attempting to change their image by showing prospective employees the many benefits now being offered, which include training programs and the chance for advancement within the company."
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The Hilton Hotels Corporation, 2006.
This paper investigates the tactics used by the Hilton Hotel Corporation in their quest to expand around the globe.
945 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper explains that the key aspects of Hilton's business strategy for expansion involve diversification, customer relations and joint ventures. The author points out that the Hilton Hotel Corporation has capitalized on the increase in travel, which has taken place over the last two years. The paper relates that the company has been able to not only expand its operations but also to outpace the competition.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Hilton Expansion
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Indeed customer relations have been essential to the successful expansion of the company. According to an article entitled "Data Driven Hospitality", it is no coincidence that Hilton is the most expansive company in the industry. The article asserts that the success of such expansion has been dependent upon the customer relations strategy that the company has developed called OnQ. This strategy chronicles the preferences of over 22 million customers. In doing this, the company is able to cater to their needs and build customer loyalty. The article explains that such a strategy can also weed out customers that have failed to pay for their hotel rooms in the past."
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American Hotels in Mexico, 1999.
Examines Mexican business, legal, cultural, political & economic environments & feasibility of & barriers to expansion of U.S. hotel chains.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 18 sources, $ 111.95
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"BARRIERS AFFECTING THE EXPANSION OF AMERICAN HOTEL CHAINS TO MEXICO
Introduction
International business failures are often the result of poor human resources management and a lack of understanding of the cultural differences between the home and foreign countries, together with indigenous economic, legal/regulatory, and political factors (O?Grady, 1995). The implementation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), together with a general growth in tourism, has spurred interest on the part of American hotel chains in expansion into the Mexican market. Prior to undertaking such expansion, however, it is crucial for the management teams at such chains to fully understand and appreciate the barriers to the success of such expansion.."
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