EHL research using 20,000+ auction transactions shows baijiu returned ~6% annually from 2010-2023, with near-zero correlation to traditional assets, signaling growing potential as a collectable luxury spirit.
Davy and Jill reflect on Mews Unfold 2026 in Amsterdam, weighing AI's promise to free staff for human connection against the industry's oldest unsolved frustration: recognising returning guests at check-in.
The author argues that replacing human touchpoints with technology risks commoditizing hotels, leaving price as the only differentiator, and urges a "humanification" approach that blends automation with genuine guest interaction.
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.
A practical breakdown of Google's Demand Gen campaigns vs. Paid Search and Display, covering placements, targeting, creatives, and when to use each in a hotel marketing mix.
Inspired by an AWS and Shiji whitepaper, the roadmap outlines five key F&B trends and six technology strategies, including cloud POS, mobile ordering, and real-time analytics, to help hotels improve margins and guest satisfaction.
AHLA and AHLA Foundation are accepting nominations for the General Managers of the Year Awards and Stars of the Industry Awards, with winners announced at events in Miami Beach and Los Angeles.
PALM BEACH, Aruba – Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino celebrated the grand opening of The Westerly, ushering in a refined expression of elevated island hospitality for the iconic Palm Beach resort. The debut marks a significant evolution of the property, introducing a more intimate guest experience that blends contemporary design, personalized service and dynamic public spaces with Aruba’s natural beauty. The milestone was commemorated with an event attended by ownership, Hilton leadership, government officials and key project partners.
MILAN, Italy – Hilton today announced the signing of an agreement with ELE Spa for Spark by Hilton Milan Linate Airport, marking the debut of the Spark by Hilton brand in Italy. The 118-room hotel is due to open to guests later this year. Spark by Hilton will become Hilton’s 11th brand trading or pipeline in Italy and will mark its entry into the premium economy segment.
Skyscanner renames its Hotels tab to "Stays," reflecting a portfolio of 3.5M properties including hostels, campsites, and unique options, driven by Gen Z and Millennial demand for experience-led accommodation.
MGallery Hotel Collection, a distinguished portfolio of storied hotels within the Accor Group, invites guests to a new Grecian retreat, Kove Hotel & Spa Mykonos - MGallery Collection. This opening signifies MGallery Collection's commitment to offering intimate sanctuaries in the world's most captivating destinations, providing a strategic foothold in Mykonos' thriving luxury market. The property reveals a more intimate side of Mykonos, offering a sun-soaked private beach and the quiet rhythm of the Cyclades.
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.
Rising construction costs and evolving guest priorities are pushing luxury hospitality developers toward strategic, experience-led design that balances aspiration with financial efficiency across all price points.
Caravan Court, the newest property from Valencia Hotel Collection, will open June 1, 2026, at 205 N. Collins St., in Arlington, Texas. Set on the historic site of the original 1961 Caravan Motor Hotel, the boutique hotel brings a modern, design-forward interpretation of the classic American motor court to one of Arlington’s most dynamic corridors. Developed in partnership with Division Hotel Management, Caravan Court honors the site’s original spirit through purposeful architecture and interiors, seven suites among its 143 guestrooms, and indoor-outdoor spaces designed for the way people gather today. Anchored by a central courtyard, a resort-style pool, The Vandy signature restaurant, Idle Hour Social Club, Elora Sky Club, and Caravan Swim Club, the property pairs mid-century Americana with a refined contemporary point of view.
Accor gathered 270+ franchise partners and owners in Sydney to discuss growth strategy, investment trends, AI-driven efficiencies, and loyalty, covering its 420+ Pacific properties.
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.
Google's commission-free Universal Cart is a placement play: by owning the AI surface where travel decisions are made, Google charges for consideration rather than transactions, shifting auction dynamics against hotels and OTAs alike.
HFTP is cracking down on suitcasing and unauthorized events at HITEC 2026, warning that violators will be banned from the premises and publicly identified.
Google I/O's AI announcements signal a shift toward assembled, agentic travel planning that could upend how OTAs capture travel discovery and disrupt the top of the booking funnel.
The author argues that AI safety failures stem from over-permissioned systems, not model intelligence, and urges hospitality operators to apply least-privilege access controls before deploying AI agents in production environments.