Bridge Hospitality Partners Becomes a Preferred Interim Management Service for The Leading Hotels of the World
As of September 2025, BHP is proud to announce that it has become a preferred service provider of The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW).
Press Releases
HFTP Announces 2025 Paragon Award Recipient – Chris Garland
Christopher Garland was selected as the 2025 Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) Paragon Award recipient for his significant contribution in guiding industry professionals in financial reporting for hotel companies through leadership roles with the association. Garland is an active participant in the Global Finance Committee (GFC), the group behind the recently-released 12th revision of the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry. Garland will be recognized at the upcoming HFTP Annual Convention on October 22 at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando, Fla.
UN Tourism Celebrates World Tourism Day 2025 in Melaka, Malaysia: A Milestone for Sustainable Transformation
UN Tourism celebrated World Tourism Day 2025 in the historic city of Melaka, Malaysia, under the theme “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation.” This global Day of Recognition for the sector and its vital importance marked a pivotal moment in advancing tourism as a catalyst for positive change, resilience, and sustainable development worldwide.
Aimbridge Hospitality Selected to Operate Wyndham Alltra All-Inclusive Resorts in Dominican Republic
Aimbridge Hospitality, the world's leading third-party hotel management company, today announced that it has assumed management of the Wyndham Alltra Punta Cana and Wyndham Alltra Samaná, two all-inclusive resorts in the Dominican Republic.
UN Tourism to Open ‘Tourism Law Observatory’ in the Middle East
The World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) is set to establish a Tourism Law Observatory for the Middle East. This pioneering initiative will support the development and harmonization of legal and regulatory frameworks for tourism across the region.
AHLA Foundation Names Marriott CFO and EVP, Development Leeny Oberg As 2025 Peggy Berg Castell Award Recipient
AHLA Foundation, the charitable arm of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), today announced that Marriott International Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, Development Leeny Oberg will receive the Peggy Berg Castell Award for her extensive efforts to elevate and advance women in the hospitality industry. The award will be given on October 7 at The Lodging Conference 2025 in Phoenix, Az.
OTH Hotels Resorts to manage The Virginian Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton In Lynchburg, Virginia
OTH Hotels Resorts (OTH), a Virginia-based hospitality management company with an asset portfolio exceeding $775 million, has been entrusted to assume management of The Virginian Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton. This iconic architectural landmark, located in the heart of downtown Lynchburg, Virginia, has long been regarded as a cornerstone of the city’s cultural history.
Azul Hospitality Group Expands Pacific Northwest Management Presence with Takeover of Landmark Seattle Properties
Azul Hospitality Group, a premier hospitality management platform providing innovative approaches to maximizing an asset's performance, announced today it has assumed management of two landmark properties in downtown Seattle: the Hotel Theodore and the Mayflower Park Hotel. The Hotels are owned in partnership by Provenance Hotels and NBP Capital.
Valor Hospitality Partners Strengthens Atlanta Presence with Three Additional Hilton Properties
Valor Hospitality Partners, a full-service global hospitality management company, is expanding its Hilton portfolio in the Atlanta metropolitan area with the management takeover of three properties: The American Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta – Roswell and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta – Alpharetta. These newly added properties are the result of a strategic partnership with RADCO, a multidimensional real estate firm headquartered in Atlanta.
UN Tourism Calls on G20 Tourism Ministers to step up collaboration and make tourism a driver of inclusion
Addressing G20 Tourism Ministers, he commended the South African Presidency’s focus on inclusion and sustainability. More than a motto, the theme for South Africa’s G20 Presidency Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability, reminds us that Equality and Sustainability can only be achieved through targeted policies, unified efforts and mutual support among countries - a recognition that in an interconnected world, the challenges faced by one country can have ripple effects globally, he said.
UN Tourism and Sommet Education Foundation launch “Social Innovation Challenge”
UN Tourism has launched the Social Innovation Challenge, a global call to empower and accelerate startups and scaleups that implement sustainable, inclusive, and green solutions for social Impact. The initiative is powered by strategic partners: Plug and Play as the technology partner, the Sommet Education Foundation as the education partner, the non-for-profit entity from world leader in Hospitality Education with its prestigious education institutions – Glion Institute of Higher Education, Les Roches, École Ducasse, Invictus Education and Indian School of Hospitality, and TORNUS Agency as the branding and communications partner.
American Franchise Act will spur hotel entrepreneurship, AHLA Says
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the leading voice representing all segments of the hotel industry, today shared their support and called for the quick adoption of the bipartisan American Franchise Act (AFA) introduced by Representatives Kevin Hern (R-OK) and Don Davis (D-NC).
Concord Hospitality Celebrates 40 Years Of Growth, Innovation And People-first Culture
This year, Concord Hospitality, a leading hotel management and development company that operates over 140 properties across the U.S. and Canada, commemorates 40 years in the business. Earlier this summer, Concord Hospitality welcomed hundreds of associates to its annual company celebration, this time with greater fanfare as the company celebrated its ruby jubilee. For many in the room, this was not their first attendance at the annual gathering and for most it certainly won’t be their last. Over the past 40 years, Concord has grown exponentially to become one of the leading management companies with a reputation for excellence in service, and integrity in business. The company’s key to success and its greatest asset is its people—driven associates who have risen through the ranks in a culture that champions growth, recognition, and the transformative power of edification
TPG Hotels & Resorts Adds Hilton Garden Inn Tampa East/Brandon to Managed Portfolio
TPG Hotels & Resorts, one of the nation's premier hospitality management firms, announced today it has added the Hilton Garden Inn Tampa East/Brandon to its managed portfolio.
Forbes Travel Guide Announces The Edge List 2025
Forbes Travel Guide ("FTG"), the global authority on luxury hospitality, today announced The Edge List 2025, honoring 20 hotels, resorts and cruises that redefine the boundaries of travel, providing access to remote, awe-inspiring destinations while delivering uncompromising comfort and elevated experiences.
Sonesta's Latin American Expansion Takes Shape with First Properties Under Strategic Alliance with AKEN Hotels & Resorts
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the first two properties under its strategic alliance with AKEN Hotels & Resorts. This initial phase of the relationship includes two hotels in Argentina, marking a significant step in Sonesta’s core LATAM market expansion goals.
Royalton Riviera Cancun to Debut a Reimagined All-Inclusive Experience with Royalton Hotels & Resorts
The recently formed Royalton Hotels & Resorts announced today that it will officially take over the management of Royalton Riviera Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort & Casino, and Royalton Hideaway Riviera Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort – Adults Only, beginning December 7, 2025.
Regent Hong Kong Mourns the Passing of Visionary Founder Robert H. Burns
Regent Hong Kong mourns the passing of Mr. Robert H. Burns, the visionary founder of Regent International Hotels, whose pioneering spirit and unwavering dedication redefined luxury hospitality and indelibly shaped Regent Hong Kong into a global icon of elegance and sophistication.
HSMAI Foundation Announces 2025 Mike Dimond Student Career Success Grant Recipients
The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International Foundation is proud to announce Reem Alaqili, Margaret Thompson, Juliette van der Ham, and Libby Warden as the recipients of the 2025 Mike Dimond Student Career Success Grant. This prestigious program supports the development opportunities available to hospitality students interested in careers in commercial strategy. The grant provides aspiring professionals with financial support, access to industry thought leadership, and a dedicated mentorship experience with a seasoned executive.
New Documentary Film Showcases the Story of Bruce White’s Entrepreneurial Journey
Z2 Productions, One World Digital, LLC, and White Lodging are proud to announce the debut of Bruce: Begin with the End in Mind, a powerful new documentary film chronicling the life of Bruce White, the founder of White Lodging, and the entrepreneurial journey that transformed a single hotel opportunity in Northwest Indiana into what Bill Marriott, Jr. called one of Marriott’s most trusted partners.