IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan (IHG) today announced a landmark partnership with Hotel Management International Ltd (HMI), who operate a diverse portfolio of properties across Japan, to rebrand three hotels to the ANA Crowne Plaza brand expanding IHG’s footprint into three new destinations.
Great Place To Work® and PEOPLE magazine have recognized Marriott International as one of the 2024 PEOPLE® Companies that Care. This marks Marriott International’s (Marriott) fifth consecutive year on the list and highest placement to date at number four. Marriott’s inclusion on the list is a recognition of the company’s focus on its sustainability and social impact platform, Serve 360: Doing Good in Every Direction.
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest hotel companies, announced its first contract under the recently reintroduced SOAR (Supporting Ownership Access and Representation) program, designed to create hotel ownership opportunities for underrepresented entrepreneurs. Damon Healey of Eternal Companies, a real estate investment and asset management firm, executed a contract to convert two hotels in Georgia to Suburban Studios, one of Choice's four extended stay brands. The pair of properties opened on May 30.
Italy's first luxury train, La Dolce Vita Orient Express, will commence its covetable journeys in Spring of 2025, with bookings now open at orient-express.com. The new all-inclusive train journey provides eight exclusive round-trip "Made in Italy" itineraries departing from Rome, highlighting sought-after destinations like Venice, Matera, Tuscany, Piedmont, Portofino, Abruzzo and Sicily. On-board, guests will enjoy dishes created by acclaimed three-Michelin starred Chef Heinz Beck, who will oversee cuisine onboard the rail journeys.
As travelers book last minute Labor Day trips and make other holiday travel plans this year, Airbnb has partnered with the International Association of Financial Crimes Investigators (IAFCI) to help consumers book safely online and avoid travel scams. This comes as consumer research from DKC Analytics shows almost half of Americans (47 percent) have fallen for a scam, with victims losing on average $2,697 and 1 in 5 (18 percent) losing $5,000 or more.
hihotels by Hospitality International, a recognized leader in franchising conversion and new-build hotels for economy lodging, is setting a new standard for communication with the continued expansion of its suite of programs designed to foster open and productive dialogue between the company and its franchisees.
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is proud to announce a new multi-year partnership with global NGO Action Against Hunger in support of its invaluable work to combat food insecurity and hunger for millions of people around the world.
AHLA Foundation announced the 2024 – 2025 No Room for Trafficking (NRFT) Survivor Fund grantees, eight community-based organizations that provide services and resources to help support human trafficking survivors on their path forward. This year’s Survivor Fund grantees were announced at the third annual NRFT Summit, hosted on United Nation’s World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, a global campaign urging accelerated action to end child trafficking.
American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) Interim President & CEO Kevin Carey released the following statement today after the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, & Transportation approved the Hotel Fees Transparency Act, which would create a nationwide standard for lodging cost transparency. The bill now awaits a full Senate vote.
Calling all cookie lovers, in celebration of National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day on Aug. 4, DoubleTree by Hilton is extending its signature warm welcome to everyone, from guests to the general public. On this delicious day, stop by DoubleTree by Hilton’s U.S. hotels to choose between a complimentary original warm chocolate chip cookie or the allergy-friendly version.
The country’s most extraordinary frozen holiday attraction, ICE!, announces its 2024 Christmas season lineup and its debut in San Antonio, Texas. Kicking off this November, the 24-year-old holiday tradition created by and featured across all five Gaylord Hotels will also be held at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa. Each location will feature 2 million pounds of expertly hand-carved, larger-than-life ice scenes and fan-favorite characters from memorable Christmas classics. Two iconic holiday favorites will join this year’s roster including Elf™ and the long-awaited return of Frosty the Snowman™. Tickets to all ICE! locations are on sale today, including a limited time offer exclusively at ICE.marriott.com.
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is putting the latest jetlag combating technology into the palms of guests to enable them to be at their best as they explore the world. The partnership demonstrates one examples of the transformative evolution of InterContinental Hotels & Resorts being rolled out globally. With a deep understanding of the diverse lives of modern travellers, InterContinental is introducing a range of ‘Intentional Flexibility’ initiatives, designed to support guests with seamlessly navigating their day to day lives.
Yesterday, Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced the continued growth and global leadership of Marriott Branded Residences, along with enhanced Residence Owners benefits through ONVIA, the company’s newly integrated Owner recognition platform.
Following 30 years of executive leadership for the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Americas, HSMAI Foundation and HSMAI Global, the organization is announcing the retirement of President and CEO, Bob Gilbert. A cherished and admired leader in the global hospitality industry, Gilbert has accelerated his retirement plan as a result of a serious health issue.
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with Virgin Limited Edition. With immediate effect, Mont Rochelle (Franschhoek, South Africa), Necker Island (Necker Island, British Virgin Islands), The Lodge (Verbier, Switzerland), Ulusaba (Sabi Sand, South Africa), Mahali Mzuri (Maasai Mara, Kenya), Son Bunyola Hotel & Villas (Mallorca, Spain), The Branson Beach Estate (Moskito Island, British Virgin Islands), Kasbah Tamadot (Asni, Morocco) and Finch Hattons Luxury Safari Camp (Tsavo National Park, Kenya), set to go live on the website soon, are part of Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ prestigious Legend Collection. As the ultimate portfolio of exceptional properties in the world’s most remarkable destinations, the Legend Collection is globally sophisticated and culturally refined with singular properties that feature exquisite accommodations, stellar and intuitive personal service, renowned dining, and exceptional spas – setting the stage for the most unforgettable experiences.
Drift Hotels, known for its minimalistic Baja-inspired design and vibrant communal spaces, is the newest addition to Design Hotels curated portfolio of boutique hotels. With locations in San Jose del Cabo, Palm Springs, Santa Barbara, and Nashville, Drift Hotels’ boutique properties are curated for the modern traveler providing well-designed accommodations alongside thoughtful and elevated food and beverage concepts that stand out from the sea of same. Joining the Design Hotels portfolio allows Drift Hotels to broaden its reach and exposure to a global audience of creative and lifestyle-focused travelers. This partnership aligns Drift Hotels with a hand-picked collection of uniquely independent hotels worldwide, each celebrated for cutting-edge design and architecture, and offers access to a network that values distinctive guest experiences.
While leisure travelers returned in a big way to airports, hotels, and vacation rentals beginning in the summer of 2021, corporate travel has been slower to return post–COVID-19 pandemic. Caution—initially about health, and then about financial costs and environmental impact—led most companies toward gradual returns to the road.2 New structural realities of working life have also curtailed the need to travel, with more home-centered days and virtual meetings, and fewer clients in office day to day to take sales meetings or collaborate on projects.
Todd Wynne-Parry of Horwath HTL, a leading expert in the outdoor hospitality sector, is thrilled to announce the release of his book, The Business of Glamping: An Anthology of Articles on Outdoor Hospitality. This comprehensive guide provides invaluable insights and practical advice for both established entrepreneurs and aspiring entrants looking to capitalize on the booming glamping industry.
As the summer travel season kicks into high gear, the specter of overtourism looms large over many of the world’s most beloved destinations. In an interview with two EHL researchers and experts on the topic, we explored the multifaceted issue of overtourism and how savvy travelers can avoid the pitfalls of overcrowded hotspots by traveling during shoulder-seasons, staying overnight and discovering destination dupes.
American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) Interim President & CEO Kevin Carey released the following statement today regarding the introduction of the Human Trafficking Awareness Training Recognition Act, which requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish a certification program for businesses that train their employees to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking.