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Fairmont Orchid Completes Property Transformation

Fairmont Orchid, a luxury resort nestled along 32 oceanfront acres on the pristine Kohala Coast of Hawai'i Island, announces the completion of the property's refreshed guest rooms, Fairmont Gold floor and meeting & event spaces. The resort's multi-million dollar revitalization honors the rich Hawaiian culture through design elements that reflect the island's essence. Its fluid layouts mirror the ocean's natural flow, color schemes draw inspiration from the island's diverse landscapes, and textures pay homage to traditional Hawaiian craftsmanship.

Fairmont
Waimea, Hawaii, United States
Appointment

Jana Smith has been appointed as General Manager at The Mining Exchange Hotel

The Mining Exchange Hotel, a newly reimagined boutique hotel in downtown Colorado Springs, announces the appointment of Jana Smith as general manager. With over two decades of hotel management experience, Smith will oversee all hotel operations and lead the continued revitalization of the historic property under the management of Practice Hospitality.

Practice Hospitality
Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Press Release Markets & Performance

Guest spending boosts US economy by a record $90 billion in 2024

In 2024, Airbnb marked a major milestone with our 2 billionth guest arrival when Wisconsin retirees Tim and Theresa stayed in a spectacular Guest Favorite Airbnb in Sandy, Utah, with their family. All across the country, travelers like Tim and Theresa are booking Airbnbs to reconnect with loved ones and experience new destinations. In doing so, they’re also supporting local economies – from small towns to big cities – and driving meaningful economic impact into every corner of the country.

Airbnb
United States
Press Release Sales & Marketing

Shade Hotels Debuts Vibrant Rebrand and Renovations Across Its Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach Properties

Shade Hotels, the beloved coastal duo from South Bay hotelier Michael Zislis, is unveiling a new era for its Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach locations. The full-scale refresh across both properties includes vibrant new guest room designs, revamped restaurant menus, playful rooftop programming, and a stylish new identity reflecting the brand’s distinctly breezy, SoCal spirit. With the relaunch comes a new name for each hotel: Shade at the Beach (Manhattan Beach) and Shade at the Marina (Redondo Beach). The redesigns elevate the signature Shade experience while staying rooted in the laid-back luxury that’s made the brand a South Bay favorite for nearly two decades.

Shade Hotels
California, United States
Opinion Article Markets & Performance

State of the District: A Look at the Washington, D.C., Lodging Market

Decisions at the federal level, such as import tariffs, are affecting global markets, and cuts initiated by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are having impacts across the nation. These policies are also significantly affecting hotels in Washington, D.C., the market located at the heart of the federal government.

Christian Cross
By Christian Cross, Vice President, HVS Buffalo, HVS
Washington D.C., Washington, United States
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avid hotels by IHG Celebrates 80th Milestone Opening, Expands Midwest Footprint

avid hotels by IHG - one of the world's leading hotel companies with more than 6,600 open hotels across 20 brands - celebrates the opening of its 80th property with avid hotel Coralville - Iowa City. This marks the brand's second property in Iowa and the fourth dual-branded avid hotels and Candlewood Suites in the US, following the prototype's launch in 2021. As IHG's second-largest contributor to system size, avid hotels is the company's fastest-growing new-build brand. With 131 hotels in the pipeline*, avid hotels is all about what matters most to both guests and owners — delivering a great night's sleep and exceptional quality at a fair price.

Candlewood Suites
Coralville, Iowa, United States
Appointment

James Keaveny has been appointed as Director of Sales at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas

Keaveny brings over two decades of hospitality experience to his new position as director of sales. Since beginning his career with posts at several Hyatt properties in San Francisco and Dallas, he brings extensive experience in strategic development from properties across the west coast and southwest region of the U.S. His most recent position was the Senior Director of Group & Leisure Sales at The Resort at Pelican Hill in Newport Beach, California where he oversaw both group and extended stay revenue opportunities.

Ritz-Carlton
Dallas, Texas, United States
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Marriott Opens First-Ever StudioRes Branded Hotel in Fort Myers, Florida

Today, Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR), announced the landmark opening of StudioRes Fort Myers, the first-ever StudioRes hotel and the company's debut in the midscale extended stay segment. The all-studios hotel is now accepting reservations for stays, almost two years to the day since Marriott unveiled the concept. A newly created brand within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, StudioRes was thoughtfully designed to cater to a wide variety of travelers, including those on long-term work trips and assignments, construction projects, relocations, and more.

StudioRes
Fort Myers, Florida, United States
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Michigan Central to Bring New NoMad Hotel to Detroit

NoMad Hotels has announced its debut in Michigan, following an agreement with Ford Motor Company to open a nearly 180-guest room hotel in Detroit. The hotel will be housed within The Station at Michigan Central, a 30-acre tech and cultural hub. This is part of an ambitious effort to revitalize Detroit's historic, once-abandoned passenger rail station. NoMad Detroit closely follows the announcement of the brand's Asia debut in Singapore, after Sydell Group and Hilton partnered together last year in a joint venture to grow the NoMad brand. The NoMad brand was founded in 2011 and is led by CEO Andrew Zobler, an industry veteran in the lifestyle hospitality space. NoMad's legacy in creative place making is unmistakable, with its brand becoming a namesake for the New York neighborhood it helped revitalize.

Hilton
Detroit, Michigan, United States
Press Release

Marriott International, Concord Hospitality and Whitman Peterson Officially Open Doors of First-Ever StudioRes Hotel in Fort Myers, Florida

Today, Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR), announced the landmark opening of StudioRes Fort Myers, the first-ever StudioRes hotel and the company’s debut in the midscale extended stay segment. The all-studios hotel is now accepting reservations for stays, almost two years to the day since Marriott unveiled the concept. A newly created brand within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, StudioRes was thoughtfully designed to cater to a wide variety of travelers, including those on long-term work trips and assignments, construction projects, relocations, and more.

Marriott
Fort Myers, Florida, United States
Opinion Article Operations & Strategy

Can Los Angeles "Digest" the Olympics?

In 2028, Los Angeles will become the center of global attention as it hosts the XXXIV Summer Olympic Games. Although the event is still several years away, in the tourism and hospitality industry, time moves differently. Preparing for such a large-scale event isn’t a matter of “later” - it’s a strategic priority for today.

Iana Petrova
By Iana Petrova, Business development leader and hospitality technology expert, Iana Petrova
Los Angeles, California, United States
Opinion Article Sales & Marketing

Re-Imagining Hospitality: Hilton Anaheim's Approach to Modern Hotel Marketing

In today’s competitive hospitality landscape, effective marketing is essential for positioning a hotel as a premier destination. At Hilton Anaheim, one of Southern California’s largest and most iconic properties, we embraced a strategic approach that blends digital innovation, personalized guest engagement, and community-driven partnerships to stand out in the market.

Jason Abdullah
By Jason Abdullah, Complex Director of Marketing, Hilton Anaheim, Hilton
Anaheim, California, United States
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The Andaz Brand Enriches Miami’s Coastline: Andaz Miami Beach Opens Its Waterfront Resort on Mid-Beach

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announces the opening of Andaz Miami Beach, which will mark the Andaz brand's debut in Florida and its first opening since the formation of the Hyatt Lifestyle Group. Here, the Mediterranean meets Miami to offer the perfect balance of hospitality experiences: close to the action of South Beach yet tucked away on Mid-Beach with serene pools and a private white sand beach. The property features 287 guestrooms including 64 spacious suites all with views of the ocean or the Miami skyline, two heated outdoor pools with private cabanas, a spa, a members' beach club and three dining concepts curated by the José Andrés Group.

Andaz
Miami Beach, Florida, United States