Colliers releases report on 2026 Commercial Real Estate Outlook
Colliers forecasts U.S. commercial real estate recovery in 2026 with 15-20% transaction growth, office vacancy dropping below 18%, and hospitality supply growing 1.3%.
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U.S. Travel & Tourism Grows While Cutting Emissions, WTTC reveals
WTTC data shows U.S. tourism GDP grew 1.8% annually while emissions fell 1.7%, demonstrating successful economic-environmental decoupling.
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Introduces St. Regis Estates, Welcoming the World's Most Storied Properties into the House of Astor
St. Regis launches ultra-exclusive Estates collection for historic, leisure-focused properties, with Newport Coast's Pelican Hill as the first conversion in 2027.
Paul Peddle has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Marriott Marquis Houston
Marriott Marquis Houston, the city's premier downtown hotel, announces Paul Peddle as its new Director of Food & Beverage. In this role, Peddle will oversee the hotel's five signature dining outlets, including Xochi by James Beard Award-winning Chef Hugo Ortega, and Biggio's, the MLB legend-owned sports bar just steps from Daikan Park. He will also lead the hotel's extensive meetings and events culinary program, managing 52 banquet facilities across the 1,000-room property.
Baris Agacbuken has been appointed as General Manager at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has appointed Baris Agacbuken as the new general manager of the 481-room DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City. In his new role, Agacbuken will lead the team in all aspects of hotel operations, overseeing the property's dining venues, amenities and more than 27,000 square feet of meetings and events space. He will also oversee the property's multi-phase renovation, beginning with phase one, which will focus on the hotel's meeting spaces, main lobby, and food and beverage outlets and is expected to be completed in Q1 2026. A guestroom renovation will follow in late 2026, with completion expected by mid-2027. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City is managed by Hilton and owned by Lobro Associates.
Aimbridge Hospitality Welcomes voco Sandpiper All-Inclusive Resort to its Expanding Portfolio
The 335-key Florida resort undergoes a $50 million renovation as Aimbridge's first U.S. all-inclusive property, targeting early 2026 opening.
Crow Holdings and Hilton Announce $100 Million Renovation and Long-Term Management Agreement for Iconic Hilton Anatole in Dallas
The multi-year renovation includes 899 Atrium Tower rooms and 600,000 square feet of meeting space at the 1,610-room Dallas landmark.
U.S. Hospitality Hits an All-Time Workforce High as a New Labor Crisis Emerges, New 2025 Report Finds
Despite reaching record workforce levels, the industry faces 70-80% annual turnover in hotels and restaurants, with QSR exceeding 100%.
Sonesta Simply Suites Opens in Avondale, AZ
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the opening of Sonesta Simply Suites Avondale. This 63-room extended stay hotel is located at 915 North Avondale Boulevard in Avondale, AZ, near the Phoenix Raceway, Universal Technical Institute and convenient to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
The Inn At Green Pastures Debuts In Austin
The Inn at Green Pastures (811 W. Live Oak St) is a modern destination for rest and celebration, featuring 63 thoughtfully designed guest rooms, a private pool, an event space, a fitness center, a lounge and an all-day bar and restaurant, Henry's. Owned by an independent group of more than 100 local investors and managed by La Corsha Hospitality Group, the hotel expands Green Pastures' legacy of gracious hospitality, already embodied by the beloved Mattie's at Green Pastures restaurant. Nestled in Austin's Bouldin Creek neighborhood, just steps from South First Street and South Congress Avenue, the property offers an inviting escape from the bustling city, where heritage, comfort and style meet beneath the oaks. Room reservations are available starting on Friday, December 12, 2025.
Aimbridge Hospitality adds voco Sandpiper All-Inclusive Resort to its Portfolio - Undergoes Renovation
Aimbridge Hospitality, the world's largest third-party hotel management company, is proud to welcome voco Sandpiper All-Inclusive Resort by IHG as the newest addition to its rapidly growing All-Inclusive Division, launched in August 2025. Located in Port St. Lucie on Florida's Treasure Coast, the 335-key resort is the first U.S. property in Aimbridge's all-inclusive portfolio.
Christian Maeder has been appointed as General Manager at Montage Big Sky
Montage Big Sky is pleased to announce the appointment of Christian Maeder as general manager, overseeing all aspects of operations across the resort. With more than 25 years of experience in luxury hospitality, Maeder steps into this new role after serving as the resort's hotel manager since 2023, building on a longstanding tenure with Montage.
Dave MacLean has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Manchester Grand Hyatt
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego has appointed David MacLean as director of sales and marketing amid a transformative property-wide renovation slated for completion in winter 2026. A longtime Hyatt leader, MacLean will oversee all sales and marketing initiatives, continuing to build on the hotel's strong partnerships with the San Diego Convention Center, Hyatt's Salesforce team, national corporate clients and third-party intermediaries.
Call of the Mountains: Hotel Investment in the Blue Ridge Mountains
Multiple new hotels and repositioned properties are targeting upscale segments in mountain markets like Boone and Highlands, with RevPAR growth strongest during off-peak months from 2016-2024.
By Courtney Vris, Senior Project Manager and Leader HVS Atlanta office, HVS
Lindsay Dupont has been appointed as National Group Sales Manager at Wild Dunes Resort
Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt property, is pleased to announce the return of Lindsay Dupont to its sales team as national group sales manager. In this role, Dupont will lead efforts to attract and manage group events across the 1,600-acre resort.
JMBM Guides Largest Hotel Sale in California in 2025
Newbond Holdings and Conversant Capital acquired distressed hotel assets representing 10% of a city's inventory through a court-supervised receivership process.
Jenny Russell has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Le Méridien Indianapolis
Le Méridien Indianapolis, a StepStone Hospitality managed property, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jenny Russell as Director of Sales and Marketing. In her new role, Jenny will lead all sales, marketing, and revenue strategies for the boutique downtown hotel, continuing to elevate its presence as one of Indianapolis's most distinctive hospitality experiences.
Shiji named a 2025 Geo and Global AWS Partner Award Finalist
Shiji was recognized for cloud-native hospitality solutions including Daylight PMS, Infrasys Cloud POS, and Reviewpro that enhance operations and guest experiences.
Anticipating the Surge: How Hospitality America is Positioning for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Hospitality America outlines a four-pillar revenue strategy targeting 20-45% ADR increases across 16 host cities, with emphasis on rate integrity and spillover market capture.
By Daniel Lock, VP of Commercial Strategy, Hospitality America
Casa Marina Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton Invites Guests to ‘Stay Like Lilly’ With Debut of Lilly Pulitzer Suites
Two of Florida's most iconic names unite to celebrate a shared heritage of timeless resort glamour. Casa Marina Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton - one of Florida's most storied resorts, originally opened in 1920 - announces the debut of its "Stay Like Lilly" suites in collaboration with Lilly Pulitzer, the originator of American Resort Wear.