5 things to know for Feb. 27
Today's headlines: Extended-stay room construction down across major markets; Countries issue Middle East travel advisories; US hotel performance off to solid start in 2026; Potential effect of violence in Mexico on World Cup; US wholesale prices rise more than expected in January
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5 things to know for Feb. 26
Today's headlines: Maui spurns short-term rentals; Chicago's Hotel Florence to undergo $100 million redevelopment; Minor Hotels exec on North America expansion; How Global Entry shutdown is affecting travel; US weekly jobless claims rise slightly
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US hotel hires, promotions: Davidson Hospitality promotes two executives
New general managers in Arkansas and Idaho
Read the latest roundup of U.S.-based hires and promotions in the hotel industry.
5 things to know for Feb. 24
Today's headlines: RIU Hotels lift travel restrictions in Mexico; US tariffs come in at 10%; Pebblebrook CEO on transaction environment; European hotel investment hits seven-year best; Trump Organization plans for tallest building in Australia
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5 things to know for Feb. 20
Today's headlines: Trump's tariffs struck down by US Supreme Court; US struggles to attract tourists; China discourages citizens from visiting Japan; Host Hotels & Resorts outperforms expectations in 2025; US economic growth slows in fourth quarter
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5 things to know for Feb. 19
Today's headlines: Hotel companies report full-year, fourth-quarter earnings; Host completes sale of two resorts; Las Vegas sees record drop-off in annual visitors; New York’s Roosevelt Hotel to be redeveloped after US-Pakistan deal; Alleged Spanish scammer arrested after 1-cent luxury hotel bookings
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US portfolio drags overall performance for Choice Hotels
Standout international markets such as France and Canada buoy full-year results
Performance across Choice Hotels International's U.S. portfolio hindered its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, but executives are bullish about the brand's future, driven ...
US hotel deals: Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront sells for $30.1 million
Bridgeton Holdings acquires Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel & Executive Meeting Center
This roundup features the latest hotel transactions in the U.S. hotel industry.
US hospitality hires, promotions: Obie Hospitality hires president
New general managers in Los Angeles and New York City
Read the latest roundup of U.S.-based hires and promotions in the hotel industry.
Hotel companies expected to 'take it one day at a time' in 2026 outlooks, analysts say
Tailwinds are present, but conservative approach is rooted in fear of volatility
Publicly traded hotel companies will likely be more conservative in their outlooks for 2026 during their fourth quarter and full-year 2025 earnings calls, analysts say.
West Coast offense: Bay Area hoteliers tout demand spread for Super Bowl
Additional football-related events before and after the big game drive pricing power for hotels
The Super Bowl has historically brought immense hotel demand to each host market, providing hotel owners the opportunity to push average daily rates well above standard pricing.
Super Bowl bridges hotel demand between Bay Area markets, analyst says
Santa Clara and San Francisco hotel markets to see major increases in rate, occupancy
Bay Area hotels can bank on some California love this week.
Hotel food-and-beverage operators source locally, craft creative offerings to mitigate rising costs
Small plates, personalized service among the biggest trends
Hotel restaurants are leaning into local cuisine and creating experiences with their dishes more than ever before, in part to make up for the rising costs of food.
How ICE raids are affecting the hotel, restaurant industries
Next Gen in Lodging hosts discuss Hilton property that denied federal officers
On the latest episode of the Next Gen in Lodging podcast, hosts Chris Henry and Davonne Reaves welcomed Lilly Rocha, CEO of the Latino Restaurant Association based in Los Angeles, ...
5 things to know for Jan. 30
Today's headlines: BDT & MSD near $1 billion acquisition of two Four Seasons hotels; Hotels at center of ICE protests; Hotel CEOs concerned with state of international travel; Trump nominates Kevin Warsh as Fed chair; Kempinski Hotels enters US with residential project
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5 things to know for Jan. 29
Today's headlines: US Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady; US government prepares to sell Old Post Office in DC; Cost pressures to cut into hotel profitability; China to allow visa-free travel for British citizens; US companies cut jobs from post-pandemic hiring spree
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US hospitality hires, promotions: Peregrine Hospitality hires chief operating officer
New general managers in Hawaii and Seattle
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5 things to know for Jan. 28
Today's headlines: Threat of another winter storm this weekend; US government could face partial shutdown; Aimbridge alleges founder Dave Johnson lied in court filing during lawsuit; Ex-FIFA head supports World Cup boycott; PPHE Hotel Group releases year-end trading update
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5 things to know for Jan. 27
Today's headlines: India, EU agree to landmark trade deal; Fed expected to keep rates steady in January; Hoteliers approach new year with caution; Ian Schrager teams up with Highgate to operate Public Hotels; Southwest officially shifts to assigned seating
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5 things to know for Jan. 26
Today's headlines: Winter storm halts travel in US; Americans feel pessimistic about their economic future; Luxury segment carries US hotel performance in 2025; Canada backs off China deal amid US tariff threat; Seattle hotels see influx in demand for NFC championship game
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