Press Releases

UN Tourism Completes Official Visit to Bulgaria and Welcomes Hristo Stoichkov as New Ambassador

The UN Tourism official visit, led by Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili, was welcomed by Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov for an official visit that included high-level meetings with the Ministries of Tourism and Foreign Affairs. Meetings focused on how UN Tourism can support the further growth and diversification of Bulgaria’s tourism sector, most notably through the development of cultural, culinary and wine tourism. In an official meeting with President Rumen Radev, both parties focused on supporting tourism education and growing investment into the sector, with UN Tourism committed to publishing guidelines for international investors.

The Chocolate on the Pillow Group Drives Strategic Realignment and Enters into a Cooperation with Marriott International

The Chocolate on the Pillow Group (COTP) is systematically pursuing its strategic goal of positioning itself as a leading operator of hotels under internationally renowned franchise brands in the DACH region. In this context, six properties of its own “GHOTEL hotel & living” brand will be converted to “Four Points Flex by Sheraton.” With this step, COTP is expanding its longstanding collaboration with Marriott and laying the foundation for future growth.

Remington Hospitality Accelerates Growth in CALA Region with Strategic Addition

Following a year of robust growth, Remington Hospitality is strengthening its presence in the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) with the addition of ONE | GT in Grand Cayman in the Cayman Islands. This latest addition marks another milestone in Remington’s rapid expansion across the region, underscoring its dedication to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences and elevating its portfolio in key destinations.

Concord Hospitality Celebrates 40 Years Of Excellence

Concord Hospitality, the award-winning hotel management and development company currently operating over 140 hotels across North America, celebrates its 40th anniversary, commemorating four decades of contributions to the hospitality industry. Since its inception in 1985 in Ohio, Concord Hospitality has grown from its humble beginnings, relocating to North Carolina and transforming into an award-winning company with a portfolio spanning dozens of premier brands such as Hilton, Hyatt, Marriott, and IHG. Under the leadership of Founder and CEO Mark Laport, Concord has solidified its reputation for distinction, consistently earning recognition from its brand partners and ranking as one of the top management companies across a diverse portfolio of select-service, extended-stay, full-service, luxury, and lifestyle hotels, as well as bars and restaurants.

First Hospitality Celebrates Their World-Class Talent and 40th Anniversary at Its Annual First Honors Awards Gala

First Hospitality, a national hotel operating and development company, kicked off 2025 celebrating its 3,500+ associates and 40th anniversary at the company’s annual First Honors Awards Gala that took place in February 5-6 at the voco Chicago Downtown. In attendance was general managers and directors of sales from every property within the portfolio, the First Hospitality corporate team of associates, our valued hotel owners and asset managers, and brand partners including Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt and IHG.

Shatterproof Hospitality Heroes Reception Convenes 70+ Hospitality Companies and Raises $2.1M to Drive Solutions to the Addiction Crisis

Shatterproof, a national nonprofit organization and a leader in improving the way the healthcare system addresses and treats substance use disorders, honored Amanda Hite, president, STR, a CoStar Group company, with the 2025 Shatterproof Hospitality Hero Award. Hite is recognized for her courage and commitment toward raising awareness of substance use disorder and ending addiction stigma. As the seventh recipient but first woman to win, Hite sets new standards at her company and within the industry.

Rebel Hotel Company Expands NYC Presence with Management Acquisition of Ink 48

Rebel Hotel Company, one of New York City's largest independent hotel operators, proudly announces its acquisition of management for Ink 48, an upscale property located in the heart of Manhattan. This strategic move further solidifies Rebel’s position as a leader in providing distinctive, independent hotel experiences in premier urban markets.

Marriott International Named One of FORTUNE’s World’s Most Admired Companies

Earlier this week Marriott International announced it has once again been named among FORTUNE Magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies. The company has appeared on Fortune's Most Admired Companies' list consecutively since its inception in 1998. Marriott was named number one in the Hotels, Casinos, and Resorts category and placed number 13 in this year’s ranking overall.

Destinations and companies place accessibility at the forefront of tourism planning and product development

The latest report into the topic, "Advancing Accessible Tourism for Destinations, Companies, and People", produced with the Government of San Marino and AccessibleEU, showcases 25 good practices in accessibility championed by Belgium, Czechia, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Portugal, Turkey, San Marino, South Africa, Spain, United Kingdom and Uzbekistan. It also provides insights into accessibility improvements in culture- and nature-based tourism, festivals and pilgrimage routes, urban and rural experiences, sports and mega events, shopping tourism and transportation.

Raines Expands Southeast Presence with Addition of Fairfield Inn & Suites Whitsett Greensboro East in Whitsett, NC

Raines, a leading hospitality management, development, and investment organization, has added Fairfield Inn & Suites Whitsett Greensboro East in Whitsett, NC, to its management portfolio. This is the third hotel that Raines is managing for Wilmington, NC-based developer Clarendon Properties.Located along I-40/I-85 at 3020 Hendren Rd, Whitsett, NC 27377, Fairfield Inn & Suites Whitsett Greensboro East provides easy access to major North Carolina cities such as Greensboro, Burlington, and Durham.