Ryman Hospitality Properties Inc. (1.4%) (RHP – $51.64 – NYSE) (RHP, Financial) is a Nashville, Tennessee based REIT that owns convention hotels in Nashville, Tennessee; Orlando, Florida; Dallas, Texas; and Washington, D.C. Other assets include the iconic Opryland, the famous Ryman Auditorium, the General Jackson Showboat, Gaylord Springs Golf Links, and Nashville based radio station WSM-AM. With property manager Marriot’s operational issues resolved, the team is focused on taking advantage of strong convention bookings trends, seeking to drive margin expansion by increasing occupancy and room rates. Finally, as the leading country music entertainment brand, a potential spin-off of the Entertainment segment, including the Grand Ole Opry, also remains a significant possible catalyst for RHP shares.
From Mario Gabelli (Trades, Portfolio)'s Value 25 Fund fourth quarter 2015 commentary.
