The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBB”) was signed into law on July 4th, 2025, ushering in sweeping changes to the U.S. federal tax landscape. The OBBB permanently extends and expands many provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”), and introduces significant updates that will impact both individuals and businesses. The following are among the more notable provisions in the OBBB.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), a global leader in hospitality, is delighted to announce that its upper luxury brand Regent has been recognized as the 3rd most loved hotel brand in Travel + Leisure’s prestigious 2025 World’s Best Awards. This esteemed accolade underscores Regent's commitment to delivering exceptional experiences and unparalleled service to its guests.
Glion Institute of Higher Education is proud to announce its official recognition by the Swiss Accreditation Council (SAC) as a University of Applied Sciences Institute. This accreditation marks the successful completion of a two-year evaluation process and underscores Glion’s commitment to academic excellence and Swiss quality assurance.
Curator Hotel & Resort Collection (“Curator”), a distinct collection of independent hotels and resorts, is excited to announce the addition of six new member properties to its growing portfolio. These new hotels expand Curator’s footprint across vibrant destinations in California, Florida, and Arizona, further enhancing the collection's diverse array of unique hospitality experiences.
Thanksgiving-like travel extremes expected at U.S. airports 50 days next year, doubling to 100 days in 2028; current air travel system not built to handle surge of travelers. Roadmap outlines future of TSA screening: shoes and belts on; liquids in bottles in bags.
AJ Capital Partners has acquired Greywalls Hotel next to Muirfield in Scotland, one of the world’s most iconic links courses, and Mid Pines Inn and Pine Needles Lodge in North Carolina’s Pinehurst region—growing the Marine & Lawn portfolio to eight hotels in top golf destinations worldwide.
U.S. Travel President and CEO Geoff Freeman issued the following statement on the announcement by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem:
The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) announced that nominations are being accepted for the Lori Raleigh Award for Emerging Excellence in Hospitality Consulting. Launched in 2015 in honor of Lori Raleigh, founder of the Travers Group and executive director of ISHC 2000-2013, the award honors young, successful industry professionals with leadership qualities and a perceived bright future in hospitality consulting.
Coury Hospitality, the award-winning lifestyle hospitality operator behind some of the country’s most dynamic hotels and restaurants, has been tapped to take over management of the iconic Hard Rock Hotel San Diego, effective July 1, 2025. Located in the heart of the legendary Gaslamp Quarter, the Hard Rock Hotel is known for its immersive, music-infused energy, and VIP-caliber service. The partnership signals a bold new chapter for the property, as Coury brings its signature blend of elevated operations, experiential programming, and culinary-forward innovation to one of Southern California’s most recognizable hotel destinations.
U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman issued the following statement after Congress’ approval of a sweeping legislative package sent to President Donald Trump for signature:
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the leading voice representing all segments of the hotel industry, today issued the following statement from its President & CEO, Rosanna Maietta, following the inclusion of tax provisions critical to the hospitality industry in the U.S. Senate-passed Budget Reconciliation package.
Accor, the largest hotel operator in the Pacific, brought together more than 350 of its general managers and regional leaders for the 2025 Pacific Leaders Conference on the Gold Coast.
Hilton Worldwide recently awarded Hotel Elkhart, a Hilton Tapestry Collection hotel, the 2024 Hilton Award of Excellence for providing exceptional guest experiences.
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, with the award-winning loyalty programme GHA DISCOVERY, of which KEMPINSKI DISCOVERY is a part of, has announced the winners of its 2025 awards.
HRI Hospitality, LLC (“HRIH”), announces the addition of the Hilton New Orleans St. Charles Avenue to its growing portfolio of lifestyle and legacy-driven hotels. HRIH will manage and oversee operations at the 252-room property, further strengthening its presence in its local New Orleans market.
Valor Hospitality Partners, a global leader in full-service hospitality solutions, today announced the signing of three new hotel management contracts in Namibia. This follows an announcement earlier this week of two new properties in West Africa that’s been added to its portfolio on the continent, signed at the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) in Cape Town this week.
Leading hospitality management company Charlestowne Hotels announces its continued expansion with the takeover of Hotel Nell, a 106-room property located in Washington DC’s lively Union Market neighborhood.
The Hotel Marketing Association (HMA) has announced the winners of its 30th annual Hotel Marketing Awards, held at a prestigious ceremony at The Savoy, London, on Monday 16th June 2025. This landmark event celebrated three decades of championing marketing excellence in the UK hospitality industry.
Leading global sustainable tourism NGO, the Travel Foundation has welcomed three new trustees, bringing a wealth of new experience and expertise to its team.
Airbnb has today called on city leaders to tackle the overwhelming impact of hotels on driving overtourism in the ten most visited cities in the European Union (EU).