Howard Johnson Franchise Press Releases and Franchise News

Wyndham Hotel Group Grows In China With Seven New Hotels
Wyndham Hotel Group today announced that it continues to solidify its position as the leading U.S. hotel company in China with last month's opening of seven hotels, three of which are all–new cons... more (1/22/2009)

Howard Johnson Canada Franchise Announces New Location To Open In Airdrie, Alberta
Howard Johnson announced the addition of the Howard Johnson Inn – Airdrie, Alberta to their Canadian franchise system. The Howard Johnson Airdrie will be the fourth property to join the system in the ... more (5/5/2008)

Drug Store Spawned Franchise
Who was the real Howard Johnson? Starting with a corner drug store in Wollaston, Mass., in 1925, Howard Dearing Johnson built one of the country's first restaurant chains, which in turn spawned... more (6/11/2006)

Cendant To Explore Possible Sale Of Travel Distribution Services Division As An Alternative To A Spin-off
Cendant Corporation (NYSE: CD) today announced that, in addition to pursuing its previously announced plan to spin-off its Travel Distribution Services division (TDS) to shareholders, which is anticip... more (4/24/2006)

Cendant Appoints Leading Technology Industry Executive Jeff Clarke As Ceo And President Of Its Travel Distribution Services Division
Cendant Corporation (NYSE: CD) today announced that leading technology executive, Jeff Clarke, has been appointed CEO and president of its Travel Distribution Services (TDS) Division, effective May 1,... more (4/18/2006)

World Renowned Travel Executive And Industry Spokesman Gordon Bethune Named Chairman Of Cendant's Travel Distribution Services Division
Cendant Corporation (NYSE: CD) today announced that leading travel industry executive and former CEO and Chairman of Continental Airlines, Gordon Bethune, has been named Chairman of the Company's ... more (3/20/2006)

Cendant Contracts Vrx To Photograph Travelodge And Howard Johnson Hotels
VRX Worldwide Inc. (TSX-V: VRW) announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, VRX Studios Inc. ("VRX"), will take hotel photographs for Cendant Hotel Group for display on the Howard Johnso... more (8/10/2005)

Howard Johnson Initiatives Seek To Add Value, Boost Return
Howard Johnson International soon will introduce free training resources, high-speed Internet service and enhanced bathroom amenities, franchisees learned today at their brand conference here. How... more (5/24/2005)

Howard Johnson Launches Spirit America Program
Howard Johnson International Inc. introduced the Howard Johnson Spirit America program, which offers special discount room rates as low as $39 per night in the U.S. to encourage consumers to get back ... more (10/28/2001)

Howard Johnson Debuts New Bilingual Web Site
Howard Johnson International Inc. today announced the^redesign of its Web site, www.hojo.com,^and new features including Spanish language translation and^partnerships with Avis, FareAgent and Map Ques... more (5/3/2000)

Howard Johnson Announces New Kids Go Hojosm Promotion
Howard Johnson International Inc., announced today a new alliance between Howard Johnson Kids Go HoJoSM and Crayola Kids. A Howard Johnson custom-designed Crayola KidsMagazine will be available to all... more (3/6/2000)

Howard Johnson Hotel And Suites Opens At Orlando Airport
Howard Johnson International Inc. announced today the opening of the newly renovated Howard Johnson Resort Hotel and Suites at the Orlando Airport. The 314-room facility opened 180 rooms and the prope... more (1/17/2000)

Howard Johnson International Extends Commitment To The Association Of African American Museums
Howard Johnson International Inc., announced today a two-year extension to the brand's commitment to the Association of African American Museums (AAAM). As a result, the brand will continue to spo... more (1/1/2000)

Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Celebrates Opening In Chattanooga, Tn
Howard Johnson International Inc., announces the grand opening of the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Chattanooga at 6700 Ringgold Road. Conveniently located just a half mile from I-75 and I-24, this three... more (12/27/1999)

Howard Johnson Opens In Shreveport
Howard Johnson International Inc. announced today the opening of the Howard Johnson Express Inn of Shreveport. Approximately 50 people attended the Inns recent grand opening on 2610 Claiborne Avenue. ... more (12/27/1999)

Howard Johnson Celebrates Global Growth
Already a leader in the mid-market segment of the U.S. hotel industry, Howard Johnson International Inc. plans to expand not only within the U.S., but globally. To that point, the brand recently annou... more (11/15/1999)

Howard Johnson Announces New Developments In Nova Scotia, New Brunswick And Newfoundland
After more than doubling the number of Howard Johnson franchises across the country from 21 hotels only one year ago, the chain will now focus its attention on building a stronger presence in Eastern ... more (11/15/1999)

Not So Terrible Twos For Texan Tot
Howard Johnson International, Inc. in association with Scholastics The Magic School Bus, today awarded 22-month old Sarah Amidon a $50,000 college scholarship as part of its 1998 Kids Go HoJoSM progra... more (11/6/1999)

Howard Johnson Invests In Its History Collects Memorabilia For Public Display
Even before Howard Johnson International Inc. began its celebration of the 75th birthday of its brand name, the brand started an effort to preserve its history. With a few taps on the keyboard Howard ... more (10/13/1999)