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Recognized worldwide as one of the most exciting mid-tier lodging concepts, Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM has steadily grown its portfolio for more than 20 years in the United States, Canada, Latin America and South Asia.
The brand continues to please guests and owners alike with its ability to:
Adapt to different markets,
For more than 20 years, Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM has been the brand to emulate in the mid-tier segment of the hotel industry. The brand made its mark by keeping its formula simple - consistently deliver Country Inns & Suites' traditional residential architecture; provide guests with amenities typically found at higher-priced hotels; and staff the hotels with caring employees who offer warm, personalized Be Our Guest service.
Company leaders have successfully kept the Country Inns & Suites brand experience relevant for today's savvy franchisees and travelers by evolving the interior design concept and amenities package with input from guests and owners alike.
Now, in addition to the signature hardwood floor, lobby fireplaces and front porches found at every location, the new look offers a more transitional, timeless design. The classic look brings together the best of traditional and contemporary furniture, finishes, materials and fabrics - and is completed with upgraded bedding in the guest rooms.
To complement the new look, the hotels featuring the new design also offer an indoor pool with waterslide and kiddy pool, a whirlpool, and an on-site fitness room with cardio and strength equipment.
The brand has also delivered on guests' requests for an onsite convenience store, a business center with fax and copy services, as well as meeting space for up to 85 people.
Read It & Return Lending Library allows guests to borrow books and return them on their next visit. The lending library is located in the lobby of all locations in the United States and Canada. Country Inns & Suites is proud to promote the love of reading through this unique program.
As part of the Carlson Hotels Worldwide family of brands, Country Inns & Suites franchisees have access to key business-building tools and strategies including:
Customer Relationship Marketing Services - targeting guests with one-to-one emarketing initiatives
The Carlson Hotels family of brands includes Regent Hotels & Resorts, Radisson® Hotels & Resorts, Park Plaza® Hotels & Resorts and Park Inn® hotels.
Learn more and discover how you can be a part of the Country Inns & Suites brand family.
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2. What is the total initial investment, and did actual startup costs match the estimates in Item 7 of the FDD?
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