Report from RHG's Florence summit with 75 pharma and agency experts argues healthcare meetings must shift from logistical execution to structured, methodology-driven systems with measurable outcomes.
A new chapter in Sarawak's hospitality landscape begins as voco Kuching welcomes its first guests, marking the debut of IHG Hotels & Resorts' premium voco brand in Malaysia.
Blue Flag Capital and Collared Martin Hospitality open two new Faraway-branded hotels in Sag Harbor, NY (67 rooms) and Jackson Hole, WY (90 rooms, 48 residences), marking the brand's first expansion beyond New England.
Neil Foster maps the collision between hospitality's two tectonic forces — human connection and operational optimization — and argues that AI has become the primary mechanism through which synthetic persuasion now operates: shaping discovery, engineering desire, and guiding decisions through systems so seamlessly embedded that they no longer feel like persuasion at all. The critical question he leaves open is whether that same technology can amplify genuine care rather than replace it.
Marriott and CG Hospitality Global will jointly develop around 100 Series by Marriott hotels in Greater China over 10 years, with four Arro Khampa boutique resorts joining the portfolio by end of 2026.
Drawing on Amadeus survey data from 500 hotel leaders globally and 100 in APAC, this viewpoint argues hotels must sequence data unification, AI integration, and human orchestration to turn 2026 cost and tech pressures into competitive advantage.
Canada's May 2026 ADR rose 9.5% and RevPAR 10.5% year over year, with Quebec and Montreal leading gains driven by the Canadian Grand Prix moving from June to May.
U.S. hotel occupancy reached 65.7% in May 2026, with RevPAR up 4.0% year over year; Las Vegas led Top 25 Markets with a 17.9% RevPAR gain driven by event demand.
Adobe May 2026 data shows AI-referred travel site visitors engage 70% longer and bounce 41% less, yet convert 28% less, with 62% of consumers immediately Googling AI recommendations before booking.
An industry strategist argues AI will shrink headcount but raise wages for remaining frontline roles by 18–30%, creating a bimodal industry split between tech-led back-of-house and human-led guest experience.
Designed for short or extended visits, guests will enjoy full access to resort amenities paired with exclusive residential offerings in larger one‑to‑three bedroom layouts
Set along the scenic shores of Burau Bay, the 251-room resort introduces a richly layered escape defined by restorative wellness, diverse culinary concepts, and immersive rainforest discovery.
Agoda data shows nearly 50% year-on-year growth in international accommodation searches for Vietnam in 2025, driven by visa reform, expanded air routes, and infrastructure investment.
Anaheim posted 72%+ occupancy and $150+ RevPAR in 2025, with RevPAR up 12% through April 2026, backed by DisneylandForward investment, 600,000 convention room nights booked for 2026, and the emerging OCVIBE district.
A franchise consultant argues hotel owners typically negotiate only 3-4 terms but should scrutinize all 136 provisions, spotlighting hidden risks in ROFR, brand-change clauses, and post-term guest data blackouts.
Expedia Group's Explore 2026 partner conference revealed that AI is now embedded across traveler experiences and partner workflows, yet 70% of travelers still prefer trusted travel companies over AI chatbots for bookings.
Embergrove Hospitality Group takes over operations of Honey Creek Resort on Iowa's Rathbun Lake, reopening July 2 with full lodging, dining, marina, and Fourth of July programming.
A 336-room upper-upscale hotel on the banks of the Rhine, directly adjacent to the World Conference Center Bonn (WCCB), is now open under the Radisson Blu brand. Located in Bonn's former government district, the Radisson Blu Hotel, Bonn brings together riverfront views, skyline dining and direct access to one of Germany's most important conference venues – as Bonn continues to strengthen its position as an international destination for events, institutions and leisure travel.
Tuesday turns to how hotels get found and chosen. Ahrefs data shows AI can read hotel content well but recommends on earned presence, not structured data alone. A GBTA and Radisson survey sees AI use in hotel RFPs jumping from 32% to 69%. And a look at falling quit rates argues low turnover is hiding disengagement rather than signalling a healthy workforce.
The HMA named winners across seven categories at its 2026 ceremony, recognising UK hotel marketing campaigns spanning AI content, social media, partnerships, and conservation-linked brand storytelling.