IRIS will demo new POS integrations with Toast, InfoGenesis and Simphony, plus Adyen and Shift4 payment gateways, and a redesigned mobile-first interface at HITEC San Antonio, June 15-18, 2026.
As the 2026 tradeshow season opens, the article argues that hotel technology must be evaluated on how well it supports frontline staff, with multilingual interfaces, mobile-first workflows, and vendor partnership as key criteria.
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.
The London, a Luxury Collection Hotel, New York City is officially returning to its iconic roots, as the Midtown Manhattan property once again takes on the name that originally made it one of New York’s most recognizable luxury hotels.
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.
A YouGov survey of 1,284 international visitors to the U.S. found 91% were satisfied, 83% felt welcome, and 61% left with a more favorable view of America.
The Davenport Hotel, one of the West’s first luxury hotels, celebrates the completion of refreshed guest rooms as part of its multi-year, multi-phase renovation, which artfully pay homage to the hotel’s rich history. Following the arrival of a new Lobby Bar and Emporium in 2025, the reimagined guestrooms herald a new era for the hotel’s longstanding legacy as a hospitality landmark in downtown Spokane and a defining icon of the Great American West.
A GBTA survey of 269 corporate travel buyers finds 58% say AI has had little impact on their programs, 61% struggle with global program management, and 72% cite hotel pricing disparities as a top pain point.
AHLA CEO Rosanna Maietta welcomed LA City Council amendments to the hotel minimum wage law, calling it necessary relief amid rising costs and declining travel demand.
NFC-based tipping systems that bypass app downloads and PMS integration could resolve the cash-tip gap affecting frontline retention, with 2026 seen as the inflection point for mass adoption.
Hospitality America shares how adopting Actabl's ProfitSword and Hotel Effectiveness across its Southeast portfolio cut GM admin hours, improved labor cost control, and boosted retention over 30 years.
RV park supply near U.S. FIFA World Cup host cities has tripled year-on-year for the June 10–20 window, with nightly rates ranging from $41 to $223 depending on market, per RMS and Spot2Nite data.
Viewline Resort Snowmass, Autograph Collection announced today that Traci Day has been appointed Director of Sales and Marketing of the Aspen Snowmass mountainside property. A seasoned hospitality professional with more than 20 years of experience, Day brings a proven track record of driving revenue growth, leading high-performing teams, and executing complex, multi-property initiatives across the hotel industry. In her new role, she will oversee all sales and marketing efforts for the resort, with a focus on elevating brand positioning, strengthening partnerships, and maximizing group and leisure business.
roommaster is hosting a private networking reception for independent hoteliers on June 16, 2026, during HITEC San Antonio at Re:Rooted 210 Urban Winery.
LA City Council voted 9-6 to potentially postpone the $30/hr minimum wage for hotel and airport workers from 2028 to 2030, amid pressure from businesses threatening to repeal the city's gross receipts tax.
The U.S. Travel Association endorses the administration's suspension of visa bond requirements for confirmed FIFA World Cup ticket holders, calling it a key step to boost international visitor arrivals.
A recap of Revinate's NAVIGATE 2026 conference in Phoenix, covering AI adoption strategies, the importance of clean guest data, and new product developments including automated call scoring.
FPG's CheckMax uses AI coaching and e-learning to train hotel restaurant servers in suggestive selling, targeting 5–15% revenue-per-guest increases with integrations for Oracle Micros, Toast, and Square.
Over 300 AHLA members lobbied Congress on key industry priorities: passing the American Franchise Act, modernizing H-2B visas, and restoring Brand USA funding.
Trump International Beach Resort is strengthening its culinary leadership with the appointment of Carolyn Favrot as Director of Food & Beverage, a move aimed at elevating the resort’s dining and beverage program into a more experience-driven, destination-focused offering.