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Destinations that encourage
the pursuit of adventure, romance and
culture.
For some, living life to the fullest is the only option. But it takes
a setting far beyond the reach of convention for that irrepressible
spirit to flourish. That’s the allure of Hemingway Hotels and
Resorts, which you will find worldwide in destinations that
encourage the pursuit of adventure, romance and culture.
“In order to write about life, first you must live it!” -Ernest Hemingway
Living life to the fullest.
The authentic lifestyle.
Of genuine character. Totally
unique. One of a kind. As a
Hemingway Hotel and Resort,
this is how you will be perceived
by the traveling public.
BenefitsThe name Hemingway instantly
conjures images of adventure, travel,
ruggedness and a richness in living that
is recognized throughout the world.
You will be known for offering a unique sense of fulfillment
that is the lifelong quest of every world traveler.
A passion for life.
Why Us?Hemingway Hotels and Resorts will defy duplication by being
distinct in the most significant ways.
In the spirit of adventure.You will be meeting the needs of a new breed of vacationer -
sophisticated, worldly and anxious for new adventure.
You will be forever associated with the iconic passions and
aspirations of a lifestyle that continues to be admired the
world over.
Of legendary character.
You will become known for offering the same code of
professional conduct by which Hemingway’s greatest heroes
lived their lives.
With a higher sense of values.
Season after season.You will be rewarded for your allegiance to excellence, your indomitable
passion for perfection and your warm and welcoming manner.
Here’s what’s Novel about Hemingway HotelsHemingway Hotels and Resorts will be distinct in significant ways:
• Only properties or locations will be considered where the hotel or resort can provide an opportunity for an unparalleled guest experience.
• The architecture will genuinely express the spirit of the hotel’s location and often reference the places where Hemingway lived and wrote.
• In homage to Hemingway’s passion for great food, the restaurants will serve both authentic cuisine that reflects the local culture of the hotel, and Hemingway’s favorite dishes from Paris, Spain, Italy, and elsewhere.
• The bars will be planned and managed to be the best anywhere, serving as the ultimate gathering places to enjoy Hemingway’s favorite libations and the camaraderie of friends.
• Enlightening activities affording a fuller life will be offered day and night; everything from adventurous sports in the great outdoors to cultural events like book readings and tours.
• Each hotel will have a well-stocked, comfortably furnished library, inviting guests to delve into classics by Hemingway or other authors, or the most relevant topics through books, periodicals and online searches.
• The staff will follow a strict code of conduct like the heroes in Hemingway’s fiction, always professional, interactive with guests but mindful of privacy, and guided by a strong moral compass.
• The essence of Hemingway will be celebrated—a passion for life, intellectual curiosity, unwavering integrity and respect for the natural world.
The Hemingway Lifestyle
Ernest Hemingway’s greatest pleasure in life was the crafting of
the “one perfect sentence.” He would then “refill the well” by
spending the rest of the day as a “man of action.” Hemingway was
the ultimate sportsman. He loved deep-sea fishing, hunting, nature and
the active physical life. But he was also just as at home at day’s end
with friends, enjoying the perfect martini in Paris, daiquiri in Havana
or a Bellini in Venice, along with fine cuisine. Hemingway was always
seeking the essence and fullness of each of life’s experiences, about
which he would then write so beautifully. It is these experiences and
lifestyle that Hemingway Hotels will deliver to our guests.
Criteria for a Hemingway Hotel
• In order to bear the Hemingway name, a property must be located in a market that has a relationship with the great author and his literature or the lifestyle and opportunity for adventure that those locales suggest.
• Our properties must have a drop off area/ porte cochere, lobby/ arrival area, bar, restaurant and spa treatment rooms and meet international four star standards at a minimum for quality in terms of both construction and amenities.
• Guest rooms must also meet these four star criteria and in most cases we will seek to offer a mix of oversized guest rooms and suites
• Size of back of house areas and parking criteria are determined by hotel size and complexity.
• New sites will be designed in conjunction
with our approved architects. Existing
sites will be subject to construction
• Technology, furniture, fixtures and
equipment will be developed in
accordance to our quality standards as
are operating supplies and equipment.
• Upon engagement with Hemingway
Hotels and Resorts, prospective
developers will be provided with more
detailed specifications of the above as
part of the development documents
provided. Much of this will also be
dictated by each site so in most cases
the specific criteria and specifications
will be developed on a bespoke basis
for each project.
Our TeamThe Hemingway management team brings over 100 years of experience to the brand.
Tuckey Devlin, President
Tuckey Devlin leads the company’s growth and development programming. He is a seasoned real estate and business development professional with over 28 years of
experience in all aspects of the industries, including development, project and property management, finance, sales and leasing, food and beverage operations, tax planning, accounting and syndication. Since 1983, Mr. Devlin has been a principal in numerous real property businesses, including a Texas real estate management and syndication firm, two national apartment housing redevelopment companies and an international services company providing a wide array of real estate and financial services now supporting the development of Hemingway Hotel and Resorts projects. As a principal or owner’s representative, Mr. Devlin has executed various real estate projects totaling over $350,000,000 and has been responsible for the management and profitability of a diverse real estate portfolio in excess of $1 billion in five states. Mr. Devlin is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a BBA in Finance and Real Estate.
Michael Register, Vice President of Development / Partner
Michael Register is the VP of Business Development for Hemingway Hotels and Resorts and Trust Hospitality Worldwide as well as Legal Counsel. Michael is
responsible for international and domestic business development and legal matters. In addition, Michael works with several investment partners to identify and source existing and new build hotel properties for acquisition or development, with a focus on emerging markets. Previously, Michael was in charge of business development and legal matters for Nikki Beach worldwide. At Nikki Beach, Michael was responsible for sourcing over 20 new hotel and other F&B development projects around the world. Prior to working in the hospitality industry, Michael was the co-founder of a successful software company that was sold to a publicly traded Swiss company. Previously he practiced international corporate and business law, including two years at the Pinheiro Neto Law Firm in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Michael received his J.D. from Cornell Law School where he was a member of the Cornell Law Review and his B.A., magna cum laude, in Latin American Studies from Vanderbilt University. Michael is fluent in Portuguese and proficient in Spanish.
Patrick Goddard, Chief Operating Officer
Patrick Goddard has responsibility for the company’s hotel operations worldwide. Patrick’s fifteen year background with Conrad International Hotels (Europe), Loews Hotels &
Resorts (US) and Rosewood Hotels & Resorts (US & Caribbean) in various rooms, food & beverage operational positions at both line and executive levels has given him a distinctly practical perspective of hotel sales and marketing strategies. Since 2006 through his company Ocean Blue Hospitality, Patrick has conducted market studies, brand & operator selection, operations management, sales and marketing consulting and asset management for dozens of hotels & resorts for groups such as the Terra Group, Sunstone Hotel Investors, the Trump Group, and Allied Capital Partners amongst others from New York to Central America with brands such as Starwood Hotels, MGM Mirage Hospitality, Hard Rock Hotels and Preferred Hotels & Resorts. In late 2010, with a portfolio of seven properties, Patrick merged Ocean Blue Hospitality with what was then Tecton Hospitality/ Desires hotels. The merged entities have been rebranded as Trust Hospitality which has partnered with Hemingway Hotels and Resorts. >Patrick graduated from Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, with a bachelor’s degree in Strategic Management and then obtained a degree in Hospitality Management from the Dublin Institute of Technology of Dublin, Ireland. He has earned a Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA) designation from the American Hotel & Lodging Association and is a member of the HSMAI. Patrick regularly speaks and participates in hotel mixed use, hospitality construction, sales and marketing and investment conferences and guest lectures at both Florida International University and Johnson & Wales University. Patrick is fluent in French and Spanish.
Matthew Weld, Chairman
Matthew Weld is a lawyer and businessman who created the Hemingway Hotel concept. A graduate of Harvard and Columbia Law School, he began his
career as an associate at Davis Polk & Wardwell in New York engaging in corporate and securities law, including initial public offerings, mergers and acquisitions and venture capital transactions. He then left the practice of law to engage in real estate development in New York and elsewhere and in new venture development. He cofounded and became chairman of Northeast Networks, which built a fiber optic telecommunications network in Westchester County, New York, which was sold to a national carrier. Mr. Weld’s experience in architecture, travel, literature, and new corporate ventures led to the successful development of the Hemingway Hotels and Resorts concept.
Richard Millard, Co-Chairman
Richard was born in London and at the age of 17 emigrated to the United States. Shortly after arriving in New York he began his career in hospitality, first as a
mail and information clerk on the night shift at the Hilton Hotel in Mid-Town. Over the years, Richard worked his way through the ranks of the industry, beginning as a bellman and car park attendant in a Key Biscayne hotel and elevating himself to the lead position of General Manager of a 1000+ room Hyatt. In 1984, Richard began working at Trust Hospitality (then called “Tecton Hospitality”). Throughout the next decade, under Richard’s leadership, Trust Hospitality successfully managed over 150 hotels as work-outs for the federal government and private banks. In 1995, Richard became the majority shareholder and President. In 2004, Richard launched the boutique division of Trust Hospitality and in 2008 formed Trust Hospitality International (formerly Desires Hotels International) in partnership with Michael Register. In 2010, Richard merged Trust Hospitality with Ocean Blue Hospitality and has partnered with Hemingway Hotels and Resorts. Today, as Co-Chairman, Millard focuses on strategic issues including financing the company’s growth plan and developing further strategic partnerships. The company continues to concentrate on resort and urban projects throughout the World.
E. Shane Widner, Vice President
Mr. Widner brings over twenty-five years of experience in operations and business development as a manager, executive, investor and consultant
with a number of companies engaged in restaurants, hospitality and related real estate development. Mr. Widner attended the University of Texas at Austin, majoring in Philosophy.
An Inspired HotelErnest Hemingway was drawn to the most inspiring
destinations on this earth - from romantic Venice to carefree
Key West. Which is why Hemingway Hotels and Resorts are
found only in destinations of legendary reputation.
However, location alone does not make a Hemingway
property. To qualify as a hotel or resort worthy of this iconic
brand, a property must be true to its environment, unique in
its architecture, and committed to providing its guests with
one-of-a-kind experiences that deeply enrich their lives.
Phone (305) 735-8575
www.HemingwayHotels.com
