General Info

HMSHost Corporation, formerly known as Host Marriott Services, creates innovative concession plans at travel venues. It operates at several airports and busy motorways. The company s retail division provides operations and retail store development services. HMSHost has developed News Connection, which is a real-time information source that delivers news for travelers. Its merchandise team customizes the blend of products at regional stores to reflect the personality of each area. HMSHost Corporation s Simply Books concept provides a well-stocked inventory of bestseller, classic and popular literature books. In addition, HMSHost develops and operates quick-service, casual and full-service restaurant concepts under several brands, including Outback Steakhouse, Romano s Macaroni Grill, Expedia.com Caf , Burger King, Pizza Hut and Wolfgang Puck Express. It operates more than 2,400 facilities at over 100 airports worldwide and nearly 105 travel plazas in the United States and Canada. Headquartered in Bethesda, Md., the company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Autogrill.