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May 20, 2025

Achieving the Perfect Business Trip: New Study Reveals Top Challenges and Technology Solutions for Success

While business travel drives critical business outcomes, it can also come with challenges for organizations and employee travelers alike. These challenges can sometimes make the pursuit of the “perfect business trip” seem like a distant fantasy. Yet, it is an aspiration the industry can work to achieve — with travel managers identifying various technological innovations that can reduce friction and drive trip success. This is according to new research released today by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the world’s largest business travel association, in partnership with Direct Travel, Spotnana, and Troop.

May 9, 2025

Tuu Eco Stay Awards Announces First Bamboo Verified Hotels: Regent Hong Kong, Pullman Phuket Karon and Zannier Bãi San Hô

Three leading hotels in Asia from Accor, IHG and Zannier Hotels have become the first to earn verified recognition from the data-backed Tuu Eco Stay Awards, proving sustainability can strengthen both credibility and competitive edge.

May 6, 2025

Doug Kennedy’s Next Staff Training Webcast: Train Your Team To Deliver E.P.I.C. Hospitality

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Kennedy Training Network (KTN)

April 24, 2025

Omni Hotels & Resorts Launches "Omni Select Business", a New Business Travel Program Tailored for Small and Midsize Businesses

Omni Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce the launch of Omni Select Business, a new business travel program created exclusively for small and midsize businesses (SMBs) across Omni's distinguished portfolio of over 50 hotels and resorts in the U.S. and Canada. The new program is designed to provide exclusive savings for SMBs while elevating the overall business travel experience through thoughtful perks like flexible travel options, dedicated Loyalty Ambassadors, and work-friendly spaces.

April 24, 2025

AHLA and HTNG launch new safety resources to address lithium battery fire risks

With the growing use of lithium-based batteries in devices like e-bikes, laptops, and mobile phones, the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Hospitality Technology Next Generation (HTNG) launched a new suite of safety resources to help hoteliers prevent, prepare for, and respond to battery-related fire incidents, many of which are caused unknowingly by guests. The toolkit also includes guidance for travelers to help increase their awareness of potential risks.

AHLA Foundation and HTNG

March 27, 2025

Accor Celebrates the Success of the 2025 Pacific Franchise Conference

Accor, the largest hotel operator in the Pacific, successfully concluded its 2025 Pacific Franchise Conference, bringing together franchise partners, hotel general managers, industry leaders, and Accor executives for two days of insightful discussions, networking, and strategic presentations.

March 26, 2025

A Mediterranean Odyssey: Orient Express Sailing Yachts Launches Reservations

Yesterday, Orient Express Sailing Yachts officially opens reservations for Orient Express Corinthian, the largest sailing yacht in the world, setting sail in summer 2026. Inviting travelers to embark on her first sailing season between May to October 2026, guests can expect an unprecedented sailing experience of the highly anticipated yacht.

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March 25, 2025

Hospitality experts YOO and IWG announce partnership to launch club-style workplaces

YOO, the largest residential design brand in the world, and IWG, the global leader in flexible workspace and office solutions, announce a brand-new global partnership, set to redefine the boundaries between work and design. The joint venture blends YOO’s cutting-edge design ethos and hospitality roots, with IWG’s unparalleled expertise in flexible office solutions, and will be rolled out over the next five years.

March 20, 2025

Double the Brand, Double the Reasons to Stay: The Rise of Dual‑Brand Hotels

With more than 100 dual‑brand properties under development, pairings like Hilton’s Home2 Suite by Hilton and Tru by Hilton dual‑brand are delivering flexibility for guests and cost efficiencies for hotel owners

March 20, 2025

Novotel and Paris Saint-Germain Introduce Legendary Rooms: Immersive Experiences Celebrating Football's Greatest Icons

Novotel Hotels and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have unveiled an exciting new initiative, the Novotel Legendary Rooms. This innovative project brings to life the legacies of iconic PSG players through immersive hotel rooms located in flagship Novotel hotels worldwide. Each Legendary Room offers an unparalleled blend of bespoke design, digital interaction, and memorabilia, celebrating the unique stories of these football greats.

March 13, 2025

State leaders, hotel industry, and advocates call to strengthen human trafficking training in Massachusetts hotels

Today, Massachusetts lawmakers, hospitality industry leaders, and survivor advocates gathered at the Massachusetts State Capitol to highlight the urgent need to implement human trafficking recognition training across the hotel industry.

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March 12, 2025

CHLA Supports Newsom Extension of Hotel Occupancy for LA Fire Victims

The California Hotel & Lodging Association supports Gov. Newsom’s Executive Order extending the non-establishment of tenancy in Los Angeles County hotels to July 1, 2025 to give Los Angeles fire evacuees the ability to stay in hotels longer.

Los Angeles, California, United States

March 6, 2025

“Invest in tourism for peace”: UN Tourism Unites Ministers Around Shared Vision at ITB Berlin

As it celebrates its 50th year, the United Nations specialized agency is reaffirming its founding vision of tourism for peace and security whilst also looking ahead to a more resilient and inclusive sector underscored by investments and innovation. At Messe Berlin, a UN Tourism Affiliate Member, UN Tourism again served as the bridge between public and private leaders and for the first time hosted a high-level summit featuring Ministers of Tourism from 23 countries.

February 27, 2025

Kempinski Hotels Sign Landmark Agreement to Manage Nymphenburg Palace Royal Residence

Heralding the beginning of a new era, Kempinski Hotels have signed a landmark agreement to manage the Nymphenburg Palace Royal Residence. In partnership with HRH Prince Luitpold von Bayern and the Royal Family of Bavaria, Kempinski will manage the private residence exclusively from 1 March, 2025.

Munich, Germany

February 27, 2025

AHLA president & CEO testifies before U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce

American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) President & CEO Rosanna Maietta testified today before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Education and Workforce, emphasizing the hospitality industry's economic contributions, workforce recovery, and regulatory challenges.

February 21, 2025

Sandos Hotels & Resorts Debuts Additions and Renovations Across its Mexico Portfolio

After a busy year of development, Sandos Hotels & Resorts is proud to debut upgrades at all four of its unconventional all-inclusive properties. Upholding its sterling reputation as a purveyor of premier hospitality on Mexico’s west and east coasts, the Cabo San Lucas, Cancun and Riviera Maya hotels’ new offerings showcase a brand-new upscale resort tower, new and improved restaurants and bars, elevated amenities, curated programming and more.

Sandos Hotels & Resorts

February 20, 2025

IHG Hotels & Resorts hits 50 open hotels milestone in Japan

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has passed 50 open properties in Japan – where it remains on track to double its estate following market debuts by three brands.

February 19, 2025

What Most People Don’t See Coming; Adam Mogelonsky on the “Most People Don’t” Podcast with Bart Berkey

Adam Mogelonsky appeared on the “Most People Don’t” Podcast with Bart Berkey.

Hotel Mogel Consulting Limited

February 17, 2025

RIU Hotels & Resorts announces a new step forward in the generational handover process

RIU Hotels & Resorts is continuing to make progress in the generational handover that began with the retirement of Carmen Riu in July 2024. Luis Riu, who is the company’s sole CEO since last summer, has decided to embark on a new phase of this process in order to engage the fourth generation of the Riu family in the company’s operations and commercial areas. These changes are the result of a long training process and fit the skills and characteristics of each family member. The ultimate aim is to strengthen the company’s leadership positions and maintain the balance and understanding between the family and the professional executives. This has been a feature of the company during its 70-year history.

February 17, 2025

Forbes Travel Guide Unveils 2025 Star Award Winners

Forbes Travel Guide(“FTG”)—the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruises—last week revealed its 2025 Star Awards. See the full list of honorees on ForbesTravelGuide.com.

Forbes Travel Guide