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Summer momentum cools for US hotelsThe rate of room rate growth fell behind the pace of inflation for the first time since early May
Hoteliers adopt 'big mindset shift' from revenue management to profit managementExperts are hopeful artificial intelligence can help bring together disparate data sources and cut through the complicated math beyond rates, including customer acquisition, labor and fees.
Saudi Arabia's new hotel staffing rules require up to three employees per roomAs Saudi Arabia nears the end of the first phase of its Vision 2030 tourism and hotel transformation, the country has approved mandatory staffing requirements across all segments of hospitality.
Hotelier calls for the return of international inbound travelHighgate Hotels Chief Revenue Officer Kerry Mack said the company's portfolio has seen group demand grow consistently.
Integrating guest review data can drive better hotel operations, commercial strategyProviding hotel guests with consistency and transparency can prevent negative experiences on property.
Hoteliers seek strategies to increase visibility to travelers on AI platformsArtificial intelligence tools have redefined internet search and the hotel booking journey, and a recent panel of experts dissected what hoteliers need to do to keep their properties visible in AI-generated responses.
Business travel brings hope to Hawaii, PM Hotel Group exec saysThe island state continues to see lower visitation from Japanese travelers due to a depressed yen.
Virgin's far-flung, ultra-luxury resorts stand out among its larger portfolioThe boutique, experience-focused Virgin Limited Edition is outperforming the company's larger hotel portfolio, Jeff Borman said.
Hoteliers can future-proof distribution if they break down silos, lean into dataAs booking channel volume grows, hotel pricing decisionmakers need the right information.
Hotel executives champion events impact on 2026 performance while monitoring global headwindsThe war in the Middle East is affecting hotel demand in the region.
Sydney hotel supply squeeze sparks shift to conversions, capital-light modelsSydney, Australia, is on a roll thanks to sound economic fundamentals and a lack of supply, but hoteliers state it will need to fill in those supply gaps to satisfy demand from international guests, major events and a strong corporate base.
Customizable experiences are key to capturing guest spend, hoteliers sayHotel operators are balancing how best to budget the marketing required to develop unique programming that attracts travelers seeking unique experiences.
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Zoning and moratorium laws from 2001 and 2003 at heart of legal dispute
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Influence on hotel occupancy, revenue varies across markets and with competing events
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Australia
Investors more selective as daily rates, development costs soar
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Latvia
Guests slowly move north to cooler parts of continent
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India
Indian hoteliers beginning to fully embrace asset-light model
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China
Analysts worry over domestic travel weakness
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Vietnam
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High borrowing costs and construction delays stymie growth of hospitality sector
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Office demand, flight availability, experiential stays all play a part in how business travel trends affect hotel demand.
Weekday gains, weekend losses: Labor Day timing shapes US hotel performance
San Francisco events helped the Bay Area lead top hotel markets in the final week of August.
Could REITs change the hotel investment outlook in China?
Major hotel groups Jinjiang and Huazhu are among the first to jump on the new hotel investment vehicle.
Hospitality's adoption of AI likely to happen away from guest-facing roles
Hoteliers who have started adopting artificial intelligence platforms across their companies shared their wins and lessons learned, including why they think it might be best to keep AI use in the hotel's back of house for now.
Crestline executive says ancillary spend, guest satisfaction top priorities at firm
Cost pressures are pushing operators to maintain profit margins, Aaron Olson said in a video interview.
Hotel revenue managers preach ability to pivot amid volatile economy
Hotel revenue strategists need to be nimble to roll with the up-and-down nature of hotel demand, though the more stable group business season is near.
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5 things to know
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You can't claim the rights to your favorite cartoon just because you love it
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People
Michael Poris and his firm are frequently called upon to help finish stalled design projects
People
Operations
The proprietary LIFT platform is available at all managed hotels
Operations
Podcast
Analytics
'Tell Me More' podcast hosts dig into surprise US hotel performance highlights and the power of pricing groups business
Analytics
5 things to know
5 things to know
Opinions
Seeing good hospitality in action will never get old
Opinions
Analytics
Using more models creates a more holistic view
Analytics
Video
Technology
Why avoiding tech adoption could come with a steep price
Technology
Operations
Kentucky-based Columbia Sussex tops list of recent JD Power survey
Operations
Opinions
Tech, workforce expectations, guest demands and the regulatory environment fuel changes
Opinions
Analytics
Easter shift will affect March hotel data and 2026 FIFA World Cup will affect June numbers
Analytics
Operations
Government, meeting planners still vital sources of demand
Operations
Video
People
Home-like environment, location appeal to business and leisure travelers, exec says
People
Building housed spy training for French Resistance during World War Two
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Level of travel intent is greater among sports events, conferences than a concert
Analytics
People
The late singer's StoryTeller Hotel to open in coming weeks in Nashville, Tennessee
People
Brands
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
Saudi Arabia
Labor rules apply different worker minimums across hotel segments
Saudi Arabia
Spain
Zoning and moratorium laws from 2001 and 2003 at heart of legal dispute
Spain
Netherlands
Influence on hotel occupancy, revenue varies across markets and with competing events
Netherlands
Australia
Investors more selective as daily rates, development costs soar
Australia
Latvia
Guests slowly move north to cooler parts of continent
Latvia
India
Indian hoteliers beginning to fully embrace asset-light model
India
Podcast
China
Analysts worry over domestic travel weakness
China
India
The two partners cancel a planned merger with Treebo
India
Spain
Sites had been acquired in 2023 on behalf of Adia
Spain
Vietnam
By hotel count, Vietnam is Accor’s third-largest market in Asia
Vietnam
Russia
High borrowing costs and construction delays stymie growth of hospitality sector
Russia
Cuba
Scrutiny on military-linked hotel ownership puts pressure on international hotel brands
Cuba
Podcast
Saudi Arabia
Project flexibility, government initiatives crucial to overcome global supply disruption
Saudi Arabia
United States
Tourist demand for Europe remains strong but is shifting
United States
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