Greek Hospitality Industry Performance - 4th Quarter 2025
International arrivals rose 4.6% to 37 million, but infrastructure strain and a 29.8% tax burden on gross room rates squeezed hotel profitability despite revenue growth.
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Planned U.S. Border Social Media Changes Could Reduce Visitor Spend by USD $15.7 Billion and Impact 157,000 American Jobs, According to New WTTC Research
WTTC survey of 4,563 travelers across nine ESTA-eligible countries shows 34% would be less likely to visit the U.S. if social media screening requirements are implemented.
U.S. hotel results for week ending 24 January
CoStar data shows all key metrics declined year-over-year, with Minneapolis leading gains and Washington D.C. seeing steepest drops.
Trip.com Group's 2026 Lunar New Year Forecast: Longer Journeys and Premium Travel Gain Momentum in the Year of the Horse
Trip.com Group reports double-digit booking growth for Lunar New Year 2026, with cross-border stays of 7+ nights up 40% and long-haul bookings surging over 50% year-on-year.
HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter - Week Ending 30 January 2026
Weekly roundup covers major hotel transactions across Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong and Korea totaling over $2.5 billion in combined deal value.
What 219 TripAdvisor Reviews Reveal About The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy - Chicago, IL
ECG's analysis of 219 TripAdvisor reviews shows how institutional proximity to UIC and Rush Hospital drives 24% of guest bookings at the Chicago property.
Demand for London hotels soars 1874% as fans rush to book rooms early
Harry Styles tour announcement drove massive search spike for Wembley area hotels, with industry expert providing booking strategies for fans and revenue tips for hotels.
Colorado Springs Hotel Market: Recovery, Headwinds, and Growth Potential
HVS analysis examines Colorado Springs' hotel market recovery amid government travel cuts and new supply challenges, with long-term optimism driven by tourism investments and airport expansion.
AAA and Bread Financial Survey: 76% of Travelers Planning Milestone Trips in 2026
The survey of 1,714 Americans found younger generations drive milestone travel, with 89% of Gen Z planning trips around celebrations versus 57% of Baby Boomers.
Minneapolis–St. Paul Hotel Recovery Remains Tepid
The Twin Cities market lags national recovery with RevPAR remaining $20 below U.S. average, driven by weak corporate travel and legacy oversupply from 2016-2021.
By Tanya Pierson, MAI, Managing Director at HVS Minneapolis, HVS
Canadian Lodging Outlook Quarterly 2025-Q4
National hotel occupancy reached 66% with 70 million occupied rooms, while luxury properties led RevPAR growth at 8.7%.
Tripadvisor Trendcast 2026 Introduces The Year of Meaningful Travel Experiences
Tripadvisor's 2026 report shows pet-friendly bookings surged 260% while extreme adventures grew 79%, highlighting the shift toward experience-driven travel planning.
2025 Guest Experience: How Hotels Are Winning Satisfaction in a Year of Record Demand
Global guest satisfaction reached 86.7% despite record tourism volumes, with Google overtaking TripAdvisor as the leading review platform for the first time since the pandemic.
By Bruno Saragat, Sales Engineer, Shiji
Revenue Steady as Costs Shape Margins Across Europe & Spain
Eastern and Southern Europe lead profit growth while Western and Northern regions face margin pressure from rising labour and operational costs.
AHLA Releases 2026 State Of The Industry Report
AHLA projects $805 billion in guest spending and 30,000 new jobs in 2026, with GOPPAR still at 90% of pre-pandemic levels due to rising costs.
Global Business Travel Professionals Signal Stronger Confidence But Also Constraint Heading Into 2026, According to Latest GBTA Poll
GBTA survey of 571 professionals across 40 countries finds 59% optimistic about 2026 despite concerns over affordability (70%) and visa/border requirements (65%).
Top 10% of U.S. Households Now Drive Majority of Consumer Spending, and $544 Billion in Annual Leisure Travel
Research reveals Top 10% of U.S. households will drive $544 billion in leisure travel by 2026, with trip frequency and spending surging since 2022.
CoStar, Tourism Economics maintain growth projections in first U.S. hotel forecast of 2026
CoStar projects modest growth with RevPAR rising 1.4% in 2027, below the long-term average, driven by World Cup markets and higher-tier hotels.
U.S. hotel results for week ending 17 January
CoStar data shows U.S. hotels achieved 1.6% RevPAR growth, with Miami leading ADR gains due to the College Football Championship while D.C. declined 32% against tough inauguration comparisons.
2025 Major U.S. Hotel Sales Survey & Lodging Sector Overview
LW Hospitality Advisors tracked 392 major US hotel sales totaling $15 billion in 2025, with average sale prices down 13% year-over-year despite increased transaction volume.
By Daniel Lesser, President & CEO, LW Hospitality Advisors LLC (LWHA)