Vijay Patel Named Tourism Champion of the Year
Patel manages 20 hotels across five states and serves on multiple industry boards including IHG Owners Association Global Board of Directors.
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ISHC Honors Bruce White with the Pioneer Award at ALIS
ISHC will honor the late White Lodging founder at ALIS 2026 for pioneering dual-brand hotels and transforming franchising relationships.
The HOTEL Yearbook 2026 explores “Converging Forces – The Future is Hybrid by Design”
The annual industry publication examines how hotels blend digital-human operations, featuring insights from executives on AI, sustainability, and guest personalization.
New Chair: CHLA Advocacy Critical for California Hotels' Future
Kristi Allen of Ensemble Allen will lead the association's efforts against predatory lawsuits and wage mandates affecting 6,000+ California hotels.
Shatterproof Honors Marriott International President and CEO Anthony Capuano for Leadership in Ending Addiction Stigma
Capuano will be honored at the ninth annual Hospitality Heroes Reception during ALIS 2026 for his advocacy in supporting industry workers affected by substance use disorders.
Another Star, same ambition to redefine hospitality
Another Star CEO discusses the company's $685M refinancing and strategic plans following citizenM's integration into Marriott Bonvoy.
How Hospitality Leaders Are Navigating Talent, Tech, and Capital Shifts
AETHOS consulting identifies five critical competencies hotel executives need for 2026, as tightened capital, labor shortages, and tech demands reshape leadership requirements.
By Andrew Hazelton, Managing Director, AETHOS Consulting Group
Blending Tradition and Innovation at The Belfry: A Conversation on the Future of Guest Experience
The Belfry's Senior Finance Director discusses how the iconic UK golf resort balances tradition with technology to create meaningful guest connections.
By Florencia Cueto Pedrotti, Director, Global Engagement & Sales Enablement, Shiji
Leadership Change as a Catalyst for Innovation in Hospitality
EHL study of 70 hospitality firms finds outsider CEOs and family ownership structures drive stronger innovation after leadership transitions.
By Cédric Poretti and Hélène Ducrey
Coast Hotels Supports British Columbia Charities with Funds Raised from 23rd Annual Golf Classic
The 23rd annual tournament raised over $100,000 for ALS Society of BC and Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre, bringing total donations since inception to $1.4 million.
The Leading Hotels of the World Holds its 59th Annual Convention in Bangkok, Thailand
The three-day event brought together leaders from 425+ independent luxury hotels to explore AI, generational shifts, and global trends affecting hospitality.
Travel, trust and growth: the real lesson of the Sonder collapse
Analysis of Sonder's abrupt Chapter 7 bankruptcy explores how growth-at-all-costs models in hospitality ultimately damage guest trust and industry resilience.
By Mathew Prior, CEO, TrustedHousesitters
European destinations endorse Reykjavík declaration to put communities at the heart of Europe’s tourism future
The European Travel Commission (ETC) has today presented the Reykjavík Declaration “Tourism for Europe, Europe for Tourism”, a joint commitment by its 35 member national tourism organisations to place communities and residents at the heart of Europe’s tourism future. Signed during ETC’s 110th General Meeting in Iceland, the declaration outlines a shared vision for tourism that enriches local life, regenerates destinations, and safeguards Europe’s cultural and natural heritage.
AH&LA President & CEO Testifies Before Congress; Calls on Members to Bolster Travel and Tourism Sector
Rosanna Maietta, President and CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), today testified before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade to emphasize the central role hotels play in the U.S. economy. Maietta urged action on key policy issues that will shape the future of American travel and tourism – particularly as the nation prepares to host global events like the World Cup, America 250, and the 2028 Olympic Games.
UN Tourism Presents Ulysses Award for Outstanding Contributions to Sector to Professor Larry Dwyer
UN Tourism has presented Professor Larry Dwyer with the prestigious Ulysses Prize in recognition of his commitment to using knowledge to guide action and creating lasting, positive change. The prize was awarded during a special ceremony at the University of Technology Sydney, where he serves as Professor and Adjunct Fellow.
Rosen College Announces Dr. Mehmet Altin as HFTP Professor of Hospitality Financial Management and Technology
Rosen College is expanding its leadership in hospitality analytics and technology through the appointment of Associate Professor Mehmet Altin as the HFTP Professor of Hospitality Financial Management and Technology. The professorship strengthens Rosen College’s growing focus on data, innovation, and the future of decision-making in a global industry that is rapidly evolving.
Forbes Travel Guide Announces the 2025 Hotel Icons
Forbes Travel Guide ("FTG"), the global authority on luxury hospitality, today announced the 2025 Hotel Icons List, recognizing 23 legendary Five-Star hotels.
Could the Next Competitive Advantage for Law Firms Come Not from AI or Pricing, but from the Art of Hosting?
While law firms have long competed on expertise and reputation, today’s clients increasingly remember how they felt during the experience. Drawing parallels with hospitality, this article explores how empathy, anticipation, and human-centered design could redefine professionalism in the legal world. As competition intensifies and AI increasingly automates routine legal tasks, the true differentiator is shifting toward the quality of the overall client experience — the clarity, empathy, consistency, and sense of care that surround the legal expertise itself.
The Best in Global Travel for 2025 Celebrated at Glamorous Ultras Awards Ceremony in Dubai
The world’s leading hotels, airlines, airport, cruise line and destination, as voted for by the 32 million globetrotting members of the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme, were unveiled at the annual luxury travel awards ceremony, the ULTRAs (Ultratravel Awards), on Monday 17th November 2025 in Dubai.
PM Hotel Group Appointed to Manage Avila Village Inn
PM Hotel Group, one of the nation’s leading hotel management companies recognized for its expertise in lifestyle and independent hospitality, has been selected to manage Avila Village Inn, a boutique-style property located in Avila Beach, California. Coming off a refresh of all guest rooms and suites, the inn combines Craftsman charm with modern comfort and thoughtful amenities for today’s travelers, nestled in the scenic Avila Valley along California’s Central Coast.