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Hoteliers adapt to new, more optimistic outlook across industryAI and demand stability have created a noticeably different landscape than recent years, according to hoteliers at the 2026 Hotel Data Conference.
Hawaii continues its prolonged recovery from pandemic and wildfiresThe Maui market remains far behind past peak occupancy levels.
Hotel owners' increasing focus on profits is changing commercial strategy, Sage Hospitality exec saysRevenue leaders are seeing increasing influence, Priya Chandnani said.
Ukraine’s hotel industry defies the war, but profit remains elusiveUkraine’s hotel industry is booming under fire, surpassing pre-war levels, but operators battle labor shortages, soaring security costs and a new wartime reality.
Front-desk upsells, extra spa time among revenue drivers for hoteliersHotel guests are willing to pay for experiences and convenience, according to a panel of data experts.
How hotel revenue managers solve for uncertainty amid AI challenges and inconsistent booking windowsProfitability has become the guiding light for hoteliers.
Business travel has changed and hotels can do more to adaptOffice demand, flight availability, experiential stays all play a part in how business travel trends affect hotel demand.
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 rolesHoteliers 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.
Third-party hotel management guest satisfaction improves over last yearKentucky-based Columbia Sussex tops list of recent JD Power survey.
Hotel revenue managers preach ability to pivot amid volatile economyHotel 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.
Crestline executive says ancillary spend, guest satisfaction top priorities at firmCost pressures are pushing operators to maintain profit margins, Aaron Olson said in a video interview.
Aimbridge's new labor forecasting tool applies AI and data science to staffingThe proprietary LIFT platform will guide Aimbridge Hospitality's general managers in their hotel staffing decisions.
Expert warns hoteliers are not keeping up with pace of AI changeMichael Goldrich, founder and chief advisor for Vivander Advisors, said hoteliers need to be focused on the major shift from artificial intelligence as the hospitality industry isn't keeping up with the pace of change.
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Ownership
Billionaire Jeff Greene's TLPB Hospitality sold the hotel for $150 million
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Opinions
Parliamentary lawmakers on Oct. 12 to discuss rejoining European Union.
Opinions
Analytics
Formula 1 races, concerts and holidays drive performance in remainder of 2026
Analytics
Podcast
Sales & Marketing
Purely automated processes risk turning hotels in commodities, industry trainer says
Sales & Marketing
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Analytics
In Canada, occupancy falls during week of Sept. 6-12
Analytics
Opinions
Time to acclimate is not a luxury with international travel
Opinions
Brands
Managing risks is key, say Annual Hotel Conference speakers
Brands
Hospitality
Historic redevelopment to bring luxury homes, Danny Meyer restaurant
Hospitality
Opinions
The right book can extend the travel experience
Opinions
People
New general managers in Dallas and Atlanta
People
Operations
Union ratified new contract for wage increases, healthcare coverage for part-timers and more
Operations
Brands
Niche interests find a home in hotels
Brands
Brands
Franchise deals include three brand or country debuts
Brands
Revenue Management
Timing of Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year's bodes well for hotel performance
Revenue Management
Opinions
How North America is riding the wave
Opinions
Operations
Practice differs from industry norm of dynamic pricing, attorney says
Operations
Brands
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
United States
Deal adds 26 luxury lodgings across Namibia, Mauritius, Zimbabwe, South Africa and more
United States
Ukraine
Hotels poised for growth have invested in safety, energy
Ukraine
Breaking News
Breaking News
Canada
Nadeem Meghji to be replaced by David Levine and Giovanni Cutaia
Canada
United States
Starboard Hotels and LaSalle IM buy seven UK sites totalling more than 900 rooms
United States
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
Sloan Dean projects his new company will have over 100 hotels within three years and will see a 500-basis-point improvement in profit margins compared to competitors.
Rising costs, taxes lead hotel executives' list of concerns across the UK and Europe
U.K. hotel leaders at the Annual Hotel Conference in Manchester warn that tourism levies, business rates and rising labor costs are squeezing profits.
Veteran hoteliers target margin-boosting innovations with new investment fund
Alex Cabañas said his new firm Astound Ventures is "looking for workhorses not unicorns."
Prism targets upscale growth in UK and Europe, betting on efficiency over revenue gains
The India-based hospitality brand company is prioritizing efficient hotel operations as it aims to grow across the U.K. and Europe.
Hoteliers say new US interest rate hike both opens and closes doors
The increase means higher cost of debt but stability in 10-year Treasury yield.
IHG debuts its new Crowne Plaza flagship in the heart of Manhattan
The 685-key hotel represents a new era for the "blended travel" brand.
Featured
5 things to know
5 things to know
Headlines for Sept. 21
Ownership
Billionaire Jeff Greene's TLPB Hospitality sold the hotel for $150 million
Ownership
Opinions
Parliamentary lawmakers on Oct. 12 to discuss rejoining European Union.
Opinions
Analytics
Formula 1 races, concerts and holidays drive performance in remainder of 2026
Analytics
Podcast
Sales & Marketing
Purely automated processes risk turning hotels in commodities, industry trainer says
Sales & Marketing
5 things to know
5 things to know
Analytics
In Canada, occupancy falls during week of Sept. 6-12
Analytics
Opinions
Time to acclimate is not a luxury with international travel
Opinions
Brands
Managing risks is key, say Annual Hotel Conference speakers
Brands
Hospitality
Historic redevelopment to bring luxury homes, Danny Meyer restaurant
Hospitality
Opinions
The right book can extend the travel experience
Opinions
People
New general managers in Dallas and Atlanta
People
Operations
Union ratified new contract for wage increases, healthcare coverage for part-timers and more
Operations
Brands
Niche interests find a home in hotels
Brands
Brands
Franchise deals include three brand or country debuts
Brands
Revenue Management
Timing of Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year's bodes well for hotel performance
Revenue Management
Opinions
How North America is riding the wave
Opinions
Operations
Practice differs from industry norm of dynamic pricing, attorney says
Operations
Brands
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
United States
Deal adds 26 luxury lodgings across Namibia, Mauritius, Zimbabwe, South Africa and more
United States
Ukraine
Hotels poised for growth have invested in safety, energy
Ukraine
Breaking News
Breaking News
Canada
Nadeem Meghji to be replaced by David Levine and Giovanni Cutaia
Canada
United States
Starboard Hotels and LaSalle IM buy seven UK sites totalling more than 900 rooms
United States
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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