Host acquires The Phoenician for $400m. 08 JUNE 2015 2:32 PM. Host plans to undertake a comprehensive renovation, and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide will continue to operate the hotel under The Luxury Collection brand flag. On June 8, 2015, the Company acquired the 643-room Phoenician, a Luxury Collection resort, for $400 million. The hotel boasts a scenic 300-acre setting at the base of Camelback Mountain with outstanding views of the local natural landmark.
The only film and sequel to win the Best Picture Oscar are Godfather (1972) and Godfather Part II (1974).
Meryl Streep won her third Oscar last night, but The Artist was evening's big winner taking five awards including Best Picture, Best Actor and Best Director. The Artist, a black and white tribute to Hollywood's golden age, is the first silent film to take the main award since the Oscars began 83 years ago.