PM Hotel Group, an industry leader in hospitality management, today announces the brand transition of Hotel Arboretum to City Express by Marriott Washington, DC Northeast. The repositioning introduces the City Express by Marriott flag to Northeast Washington, D.C., enhancing the hotel’s competitive positioning in the nation’s capital. The property is owned by Rocks Hospitality.
HVS projects 2.2% U.S. hotel RevPAR growth in 2026, with cap rates declining to 8.3% as more distressed properties sell.
The platform powered by Groups360 offers real-time dashboards, customizable booking pages, and integration with hotel systems to reduce manual work for planners.
Penn State study of 400+ participants found AI voice ordering increased indulgent food choices by 40% compared to human interaction due to mental fatigue.
Mews becomes the official PMS for AAHOA's 36,000+ hotels, offering member pricing and automation tools to combat rising costs and labor challenges.
January 2026 marked the first US hotel RevPAR growth in 10 months, driven by specific events in Minneapolis and Miami rather than broad recovery.
The Ellie Beach Resort, a new Tapestry Collection by Hilton property on Myrtle Beach’s historic Springmaid Beach, announces the appointment of Kaitlyn Lofgren as director of food and beverage.
Penn State's hybrid master's program allows working hospitality professionals to advance their education while maintaining full-time hotel positions.
GBTA warns that Global Entry suspension due to the government shutdown will create airport delays and hurt the $395.4B business travel market.
The 87-unit luxury development will rise 31 stories along the Intracoastal Waterway, marking Mandarin Oriental's first standalone residences in South Florida.
First RevPAR growth month since March 2025, with Minneapolis leading gains due to federal agent activity and Miami boosted by CFP Championship Game.
On the heels of closing on $400M in debt and equity financing to build The Nashville EDITION Hotel & Residences (“The Nashville EDITION”), Tidal Real Estate Partners has announced that the development has officially broken ground. The forthcoming Nashville location of international luxury hospitality brand EDITION will rise 28 stories in The Gulch neighborhood and comprise 261 hotel rooms and 84 private condominium residences, fully serviced by the hotel. Residential sales are currently underway, and the building is slated to open in 2028.
The 1,300-room property debuts redesigned rooms, reimagined public spaces, and Percy All Day café after a comprehensive renovation, with rates starting at $279.
Valencia Hotel Collection is pleased to announce the appointment of Anna Darden as Director of Sales and Marketing for Caravan Court, opening in Arlington, Texas in Spring 2026. Together with General Manager John Thomas, her appointment underscores the hotel’s focus on revenue growth and elevated guest experiences.
Valencia Hotel Collection proudly announces the appointment of John Thomas as General Manager and Anna Darden as Director of Sales and Marketing of Caravan Court, the eighth property in the Valencia Hotel Collection, set to debut in Arlington, Texas in Spring 2026. Together, these strategic leadership additions reinforce the hotel’s commitment to operational excellence, revenue growth, and elevated guest experiences.
Former Sheraton Memphis Downtown transitions to independent Memphis Riverline Hotel while maintaining Marriott Bonvoy benefits and planning phased renovations.
Timbri Hotel, a Curio Collection by Hilton property located in the heart of downtown San Francisco, is proud to announce the appointment of Michael Rosenthal as Executive Chef. A seasoned culinary leader with a pedigree that includes some of the city’s most prestigious Michelin-starred kitchens, Rosenthal oversees all food and beverage operations for the property, including the vibrant rooftop lounge, Rise Over Run, the hotel’s signature Spoke Coffee and Café, and the breakfast program at Tenderheart.
Retail unsold food rates dropped 1.1% while foodservice waste efficiency improved 5.7%, with pilot programs achieving over 50% waste reduction.
NAU's three-year hospitality degree addresses post-pandemic leadership shortages by cutting traditional program length while maintaining rigor through year-round scheduling.
Analysis shows Park City's 3,000-room hotel pipeline is supported by Deer Valley's expansion to 20,000 skiable acres, creating lodging density comparable to Colorado ski markets.