President Trump’s Approach Keeps Aviation Running—Congress Should Follow
The organization calls for legislation guaranteeing TSA and air traffic controller pay during shutdowns after two disruptions in six months cost billions.
Press Releases
AHLA Statement on the passing of Kirk Kinsell
Former Loews Hotels CEO and IHG Americas President remembered for his leadership at AHLA and commitment to developing young hospitality professionals.
NEWH, Inc. Announces Nominees for 2026 Pinnacle Award
Four industry veterans with decades of design and leadership experience compete for NEWH's highest honor at the March 2026 Washington D.C. conference.
A Paid Vacation for Congress. A $0 Paycheck for TSA.
Congressional inaction on DHS funding threatens to leave TSA officers unpaid while causing significant airport delays for travelers.
AHLA Welcomes New Leaders in Hospitality to Premier Partner Program
AHLA adds 11 companies including Deloitte, PwC, and AWS to its Premier Partner program, bringing expertise in consulting, technology, and operations.
Hard Rock Heals Foundation Donates $400,000 to Jamaica's Promise for Hurricane Melissa Relief
The $400,000 donation will support housing and infrastructure repair through Jamaica's Promise following the Category 5 storm that caused $9 billion in damages.
Humans-as-Luxury: Redefining Value in an Automated Hospitality Future
Puorto argues that labor shortages will make human interaction a luxury commodity, forcing hospitality to redefine value as automation becomes operational necessity rather than strategic choice.
Kew Green CEO outlines strategy to lead sector
Taylor aims to position Kew Green as a leading UK hotel management company through team alignment and performance frameworks over five years.
AHLA issues statement on the launch of the Combating Human Trafficking Congressional Caucus
AHLA supports the new bipartisan congressional caucus and highlights the industry's No Room for Trafficking training initiative.
Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Africa 2026 Announces Award Recipients: Vimbai Masiyiwa and Colin Bell to Be Honoured in Nairobi
Vimbai Masiyiwa of Batoka Africa and Colin Bell of Natural Selection will receive leadership honors at the March 2026 summit in Nairobi.
Travel Industry Applauds Global Entry Reopening, Calls for Immediate Support for TSA Officers
U.S. Travel Association welcomed Global Entry's reopening while urging Congress to support unpaid TSA officers during the shutdown.
GBTA Urges U.S. Congress and Administration to End Global Entry Suspension, Citing Increased Security and Business Travel Risks
GBTA warns that Global Entry suspension due to the government shutdown will create airport delays and hurt the $395.4B business travel market.
London To Host 52nd Annual General Meeting Of The European Hotel Managers Association (EHMA)
The March 2026 event will focus on AI and IoT applications in guest experience, featuring sessions across iconic London hotels including The Dorchester and Savoy.
HFTP Appoints Lyle Worthington, HFTP Global Past President, as 2026 EU Operations Advisor
Worthington, who founded E20X startup competition during his 2014-15 presidency, will guide HFTP's strategic growth across Europe.
HSMAI Announces 2026 Recipients of the Robert A. Gilbert Award for Career Achievement in Commercial Strategy
Mary Casey (formerly Starwood/Maritz), Jeff Doane (Omni), and André Fournier (CoralTree) will be honored at HSMAI's Adrian Awards and Commercial Strategy Conference.
ISHC Honors Bruce White with the Pioneer Award at ALIS
The award recognizes White's transformative impact on hotel development and management, with the honor accepted by his family at the industry conference.
Forbes Travel Guide Reveals 2026 Star Awards
Forbes Travel Guide ("FTG")—the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruises—today unveiled its 2026 Star Awards. See the full list of honorees on ForbesTravelGuide.com.
Hospitality America Marks 30 Years of Partnership-Led Growth and Operational Stewardship
The South Carolina-based company operates hotels across the Southeast and Midwest, with recent openings including Element Charleston Airport and Hotel Avail in Arkansas.
International Luxury Hotel Association Reaches 1 Million Members Worldwide
ILHA reports 45% LinkedIn growth, 872 attendees at Las Vegas summit, and 50% website traffic increase as membership crosses seven-figure threshold.
Dreamscape Hospitality Expands Marriott Portfolio with Three Select-Service Hotels Across the South and Midwest
Dreamscape Hospitality announced today that it has assumed management of three Marriott-branded hotels across Oklahoma and Louisiana, further expanding its national portfolio and strengthening its presence within the Marriott brand.