Enchantment and Mii amo in Sedona have appointed Nathan Byers as Sommelier, further strengthening the destination’s commitment to refined, experience-driven dining rooted in a sense of place.
RevPAR increased 4.3% nationally, with San Francisco leading gains due to Super Bowl LX while New Orleans declined after hosting the previous year.
Survey of 2,000 voters shows 75% will consider candidates' aviation security records when voting, with 69% supporting independent TSA funding.
A new chapter is coming to South Congress. The Standard brand is set to debut its first Texas outpost with The Standard, Austin, opening Spring 2027 as a vibrant reimagining of the beloved South Congress Hotel. As The Standard brand’s first U.S. opening in more than a decade, the project places Austin within the brand’s growing constellation of global destinations, from London and Ibiza to Bangkok and Brussels, with locations in Lisbon and Mexico City expected to open later this year. The Standard, Austin will be a conversion and renovation of the existing South Congress Hotel located at 1603 South Congress Ave, Austin, Texas 78704.
L’Auberge de Sedona, an award-winning luxury resort nestled in Arizona’s breathtaking Red Rock region, announces the appointment of Drew Anderson as Director of Food & Beverage. With two decades of management experience at highly rated hotels and resorts in the Mountain West, Anderson now leads all culinary operations for L’Auberge de Sedona, including the signature dining experience Cress on Oak Creek, plus a new in-room dining program, and banqueting for more than 16,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor event space.
Sandpiper Hospitality, a Virginia-based hotel management company with extensive expertise in the extended-stay segment, is proud to announce the opening of the newly built Extended Stay America Premier Suites – Denver International Airport.
Hilton Austin has named Mark Dayanandan as executive chef, welcoming him back to the 801-room downtown property he helped open in 2003. With more than 40 years of culinary experience spanning six countries and multiple hotel brands, Chef Mark previously led the hotel’s culinary team as executive chef for 12 years. Bringing a global perspective to his diners, Chef Mark will lead the hotel’s banquet and culinary operations – including events of up to 1,760 seated guests – alongside the property’s Cannon + Belle and Austin Taco Project restaurants.
The company will demonstrate AI-powered accounting and labor management tools at Booth #2007, targeting AAHOA's hotel owner community.
UNFRAMED, Autograph Collection, slated to open in April on Washington Avenue, just steps from notable South Beach landmarks, announces today the appointment of Alexina Beauperthuy as general manager. With a career rooted in the Marriott family, where she began as a manager in training and graduate of the brand’s Women’s Executive Mentoring Program, Beauperthuy has spent over two decades honing her expertise in hotel operations and event management, while establishing a distinguished record of launching and transforming luxury lifestyle properties. At the helm of UNFRAMED, Autograph Collection, Beauperthuy looks forward to introducing a vibrant and immersive hospitality experience that reflects the energy and creativity of Miami Beach. She will oversee the launch and operations of the hotel as a new-build in the market, shaping the property’s vision and driving an immersive guest experience.
Virginia Guesthouse Hotel & Conference Center is bringing a new level of focus on meetings, incentives, conferences, and events (MICE) as it prepares to open its doors on April 6, 2026. The vibrant new hub situated on the Grounds of University of Virginia announces its conference center and flexible meeting spaces designed to meet the evolving needs of planners across corporate, association, and academic sectors.
Development has officially begun on the highly anticipated Omni Midland Hotel, marking the Dallas-based hospitality company’s twelfth property in Texas. The milestone was commemorated today with a groundbreaking ceremony, led by Omni Hotels & Resorts in partnership with Midland Downtown Renaissance, LP.
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort announces the appointment of Estephanie Pastor as Director of Residences. Having been with Marriott International since 2010, Pastor brings over 16 years of experience across residential and guest services, with a strong track record in leadership, operational excellence, and resident engagement. Known for her hands-on approach and ability to foster high-performing teams, she brings a thoughtful, service-driven perspective to the role.
White Lodging acquired the 353-room downtown property and plans to convert it from Sheraton to Westin with renovations starting in early 2027.
Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown is open, planting the brand’s flag in the heart of the Southside District at 105 W. Main St. and making history as the first Hyatt property to call Chattanooga, Tennessee, home. Operated by LBA Hospitality and developed by 3H Group Inc., the 123-room hotel brings together modern, design-forward accommodations, a dynamic food-and-beverage program and flexible social and event spaces, offering visitors and Chattanooga residents alike a spirited new gathering place in one of the South’s most celebrated cities, one built as much for the community as for the traveler passing through.
Award-winning hotelier Tetsuji “Tets” Yamazaki has been appointed general manager of the iconic Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort, continuing the resort’s 55-year legacy of distinguished leadership. His appointment became effective on March 28, 2026.
The boutique hotel brand introduces a guest-driven Instagram campaign offering free stays in exchange for sharing memorable experiences.
The event explored "Sofa Money" strategies to monetize underutilized hotel spaces like lobbies and rooftops, moving beyond ADR growth to optimize existing assets.
Trailborn Hotels & Resorts, The Official Hotel of the Great Outdoors™, today announced bookings are now open for Hill House at Trailborn Mendocino, the first of two properties that will make up the Trailborn Mendocino campus. Hill House at Trailborn Mendocino will welcome visitors starting in summer 2026 providing a refined guest experience and unparalleled access to the region’s iconic redwood forests, renowned wine country, and Pacific coastline. The hotel’s upcoming debut marks Trailborn’s expansion to the West Coast and the next chapter in the brand’s growing national portfolio.
Hard Rock Hotel New York, the vibrant 446-room property located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, announces the appointment of Jeannine Graham as Director of Sales & Marketing. With an extensive career spanning luxury and lifestyle hospitality, including multiple hotel openings across major markets, Graham joins the leadership team with a refined strategic lens and deep industry relationships.
Internationally acclaimed real estate developer Related Group (Related) today announced the completion of The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Tampa (The Residences), marking the delivery of Tower II and the full realization of the esteemed brand’s first residential offering in the city. Rising along the iconic Bayshore Drive, the two-tower development introduces a new benchmark for elevated living in Tampa Bay, seamlessly pairing world-class design with the legendary service synonymous with The Ritz-Carlton.