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U.S. Travel Association (USTA)
Press Release
June 1

Removing CBP Officers from Newark Liberty Will Strand Americans, Devastate Travel Economy

The removal of CBP officers from Newark Liberty and other international airports would cost $8B in visitor spending, threaten 50,000 jobs, and disrupt millions of travelers weeks before the FIFA World Cup.

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U.S. Travel Association
Newark, United States
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Report
June 1

Upward Trajectory: Continued Recovery of the Manhattan Hotel Market

HVS forecasts full Manhattan hotel market recovery beyond 2019 levels by 2027/28, with 2025 ADR already 34% above pre-pandemic highs, though tariffs and geopolitical shifts pose short-term headwinds.

Roland de MilleretPatricia Shih
By Roland de Milleret and Patricia Shih
New York City, United States
Beyond the final whistle: how mega sporting events transform cities
Report
May 29

Beyond the final whistle: how mega sporting events transform cities

Budapest's hosting of the UEFA Champions League Final is examined through the lens of sports tourism strategy, with the 2024 London final generating €91M in GVA and 77,000 international visitors as a benchmark.

László  BeneBalázs Füredi
By László Bene and Balázs Füredi
Budapest, Hungary
The Hotels Leading the Industry in 2026: Trends, Brands & Why They're Winning
Opinion Article
May 29

The Hotels Leading the Industry in 2026: Trends, Brands & Why They're Winning

A 2026 industry overview identifies luxury, lifestyle, wellness, extended stay, tech-forward, and adaptive reuse hotels as the six leading segments, with revenue forecast to reach $940B.

Nasir Zahir
By Nasir Zahir
Not One Size Fits All: How Travelers Are Actually Using AI to Plan Trips — Cornell Research
Report
May 29

Not One Size Fits All: How Travelers Are Actually Using AI to Plan Trips — Cornell Research

Cornell survey of 1,029 U.S. travelers finds AI ranks 4th in travel planning tools, with accuracy concerns cited by 60%+ as the top barrier, and adoption motivations varying sharply across Budget, Premium, Aspirational, and Luxury segments.

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By Young Jang and Chris K. Anderson
United States
Mexico leads North America in Travel & Tourism growth, spend and arrivals in 2025
Press Release
May 28

Mexico leads North America in Travel & Tourism growth, spend and arrivals in 2025

WTTC's 2026 EIR data shows Mexico led North America in T&T GDP growth (1.8%), international arrivals (+6.1%), and visitor spending (+3.5%) in 2025, while the US and Canada both recorded spending declines.

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WTTC
Mexico
Central & South America Travel & Tourism sector set to outpace global growth in 2026
Press Release
May 28

Central & South America Travel & Tourism sector set to outpace global growth in 2026

WTTC's 2026 EIR forecasts Travel & Tourism GDP growth of 4.1% for Central and South America, ahead of the 3.2% global average, with international visitor spending up 7.8%.

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WTTC
Brazil
Ad Guide
The next-gen metrics that move hotel P&L

Hotel tech has changed what's possible – and measurable. RevPAR and ADR aren't enough; discover the metrics that really matter. 

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Ernest - Lighthouse's AI for hoteliers

"Just tell me why my weekend pickup dropped." With Ernest, now you can ask your commercial data anything, and act on the answer. 

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Lighthouse
Gen Z Checks In: The Rise of the Lifestyle Hotel
Press Release
May 28

Gen Z Checks In: The Rise of the Lifestyle Hotel

CBRE's report finds lifestyle hotels are underpenetrated in Asia Pacific but poised for growth, with Gen Z's rising spending power and preference for culture and design set to accelerate demand.

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CBRE Hotels
2026 State of Hostels Report Reveals Pricing Pressure, Rising OTA Dominance, and Uneven Global Performance
Supplier News
May 27

2026 State of Hostels Report Reveals Pricing Pressure, Rising OTA Dominance, and Uneven Global Performance

Cloudbeds analyzed 32 million bookings across 180 countries, finding dorm ADR fell 8.2% while OTA share rose to 73.7% globally, with cancellation rates more than double those of direct bookings.

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Cloudbeds
The 2026 Hotel Profit Story Will Be Won in the Space Between Demand and Discipline
Opinion Article
May 27

The 2026 Hotel Profit Story Will Be Won in the Space Between Demand and Discipline

Q1 2026 U.S. hotel data from ~5,000 properties shows ADR up 6%, RevPAR up 8.7%, and GOP margin up 4 points, but the Q2-Q4 forecast signals a revenue reset with RevPAR expected to fall 1.3%.

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By Sarah McCay Tams, Head of Editorial, Actabl
United States
Mexico’s World Cup Hotel Readiness: What Guest Reviews Reveal Before Kickoff
Supplier News
May 27

Mexico’s World Cup Hotel Readiness: What Guest Reviews Reveal Before Kickoff

Reviewpro data from Jan–Apr 2026 shows improving scores in Mexico's three FIFA World Cup host cities, but recurring guest complaints about maintenance, connectivity, and low review response rates signal operational gaps ahead of peak demand.

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Shiji
Mexico
PKF Hospitality Research
Press Release
May 27

Canadian Hotels Are Resilient in the Face of Uncertainty

CBRE Hotels SVP Nicole Nguyen outlines three trends shaping Canada's 2026 summer hotel season: FIFA World Cup demand, rising domestic and international tourism, and record new supply crossing the 1.5% mark.

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CBRE Hotels
Canada
Ad AI Hospitality
Ernest - Lighthouse's AI for hoteliers

"Just tell me why my weekend pickup dropped." With Ernest, now you can ask your commercial data anything, and act on the answer. 

Lighthouse
Lighthouse
U.S. Travel Association (USTA)
Press Release
May 26

IPW 2026 Unites the Industry to Welcome the World

IPW 2026 in Greater Fort Lauderdale drew nearly 5,000 delegates from 60+ countries and facilitated 75,000+ business appointments, with the series projected to drive 11 million visitors and $26.1B in U.S. spending over three years.

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U.S. Travel Association
Fort Lauderdale, United States
Q1 2026 Public Travel Earnings: Beat the Print, Brace for Q2
Opinion Article
May 25

Q1 2026 Public Travel Earnings: Beat the Print, Brace for Q2

Every public lodging company beat Q1 2026 estimates, 11 of 14 raised full-year guidance, but Middle East drag and World Cup underperformance risk cloud the H2 outlook.

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By Sloan Dean, CEO Emeritus, Not Done with Sloan Dean
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Press Release
May 22

U.S. hotel results for week ending 16 May

U.S. hotels posted RevPAR of $117.93 (+5.4%) for the week of 10-16 May 2026, with Orlando leading Top 25 Markets on occupancy gains and San Francisco recording the strongest ADR growth.

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CoStar
United States
HotelData.com Q1 2026 Hotel Profitability Report Signals Strong Start to Year for U.S. Hotels, But Forecasts Grow More Cautious for the Remainder of 2026
Supplier News
May 21

HotelData.com Q1 2026 Hotel Profitability Report Signals Strong Start to Year for U.S. Hotels, But Forecasts Grow More Cautious for the Remainder of 2026

U.S. hotels posted strong Q1 2026 gains with ADR up 6%, RevPAR up 8.7%, and GOP margin rising 4 points, but operator forecasts for Q2-Q4 point to softer pricing and declining RevPAR.

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Actabl
United States
Global Hotel Sales Leaders Say Lead Quality is the Top Barrier to Growth in 2026
Supplier News
May 21

Global Hotel Sales Leaders Say Lead Quality is the Top Barrier to Growth in 2026

Amadeus surveyed 315+ hotel and venue sales leaders globally, finding lead quality and rising competition are the top barriers to growth, while 86% already use AI for proposals and prospecting.

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Amadeus Hospitality
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Press Release
May 21

Unpack ’26 Summer Travel Trends: Domestic Demand Rises and Hotel Prices Drop in Popular International Destinations

Expedia Group's Unpack '26 Summer report finds domestic travel surging 77% YoY in social conversation, while hotel rates in popular European, Asian, and South American destinations drop nearly 25%.

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Expedia Group, Inc.
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Press Release
May 21

Canada hotels post fourth straight month of performance growth

Canada's hotels saw April 2026 RevPAR rise 7.3% year over year to CAD128.19, with Toronto leading major markets and Newfoundland and Labrador topping provincial gains.

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CoStar
Canada
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Report
May 21

The Growth and Reinvention of Jersey City in Northern New Jersey

HVS analysis of Jersey City's hotel market shows 2025 occupancy at 80% and ADR at $260, with constrained Manhattan supply and residential growth expected to support continued hotel demand.

Patricia Shih
By Patricia Shih, Director, HVS
Jersey City, United States
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