WorldHotels™ Accelerates Growth Across Its Portfolio
The luxury hotel collection added nearly 100 properties across 12 countries and is expanding into glamping, wellness, and branded residences.
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U.S. hotel results for week ending 3 January
U.S. hotels posted 7.9% RevPAR growth during holiday week, with Miami leading at +26.4% while Tampa dropped 19.4%.
The New Standard of Pickup Analysis: Year-Round Clarity in a Single View
LodgIQ promotes its Advanced Pickup Analytics module that provides 12-month booking pace visibility, claiming to help one client achieve +12% occupancy and another reach 97% forecast accuracy.
By Samuel Johnson, Head of Operations, LodgIQ™
Regenerative Tourism as a Step Beyond Hotel Sustainability for True Profitability
The article profiles 13 hotels worldwide implementing regenerative agriculture programs, arguing these initiatives drive guest interest, ADR growth, and brand differentiation beyond basic sustainability.
By Larry Mogelonsky and Adam Mogelonsky
What does ‘family focused’ really mean in a hotel? A General Manager’s inside secrets
Byron Fiddler of New Park Manor shares strategies for authentic family hospitality, from pre-arrival guest contact to inclusive spa access and child-friendly dining solutions.
By Ryan Haynes, Director/Lead Consultant, Hoteliers' Voice Podcast/ Haynes MarComs Ltd
Lemon Tree Hotels Announces Strategic Reorganization and Investment from Warburg Pincus in Fleur Hotels to Unlock Long-Term Shareholder Value
Warburg Pincus will invest up to ₹960 crore in Fleur while acquiring APG's 41% stake, creating separate asset-light and ownership platforms.
Tambourine and Settlers Hospitality Partner to Transform Digital Portfolio with Nine New Websites
Tambourine redesigned nine websites for Pennsylvania's Settlers Hospitality, unifying the independent group's digital presence across hotels, restaurants, and retail.
Very Important Pet: the dog-friendly stays boosting luxury hotel revenue
South Place Hotel's VIP pet strategy increased weekend dog bookings from zero to 3-5 rooms, driving higher guest spending and repeat business.
Canary Technologies Selected by Crown Resorts to Provide AI-Powered Guest Management System
Crown Resorts will deploy mobile check-in, AI messaging, and digital upselling tools across properties to modernize guest touchpoints without requiring app downloads.
RateGain Announces Exclusive Partnership with Aztech Digital to Accelerate UNO VIVA’s Expansion Across Greece and Cyprus
Aztech Digital will exclusively distribute RateGain's UNO VIVA AI voice agent across Greece and Cyprus, targeting seasonal hotels facing staffing challenges.
a&o Hostels expands into Manchester with hotels acquisition
The European hostel chain acquired former Accor properties for freehold ownership, converting them into 1,218 beds across 303 rooms by Q1 2027.
Beyond Function: When Key Cards Carry Culture
The piece argues that wooden key cards with city-themed designs create memorable guest experiences through tactile materials and thoughtful craftsmanship.
2026 Hospitality Outlook: how AI is reshaping hotel experiences
Mews report examines how generative and agentic AI will transform guest booking processes and hotel operations by 2026, with data quality becoming crucial for visibility.
Hospitality Financial Leadership: The Luggage
A former hotel executive recalls lessons in leadership and respect during a 1989 corporate conference at The Empress Hotel following its major renovation.
By David Lund, The Hotel Financial Coach, David Lund
Doug Kennedy’s Next Staff Training Webcast: Hospitality IS…
Kennedy Training Network launches 2026 webcast series with three sessions focusing on hospitality culture, luxury service delivery, and group sales techniques.
Fairmas Welcomes Tahil Mascarenhas as Sales Manager, North America
Mascarenhas brings 16 years of hospitality experience spanning operations, revenue management, and hotel technology sales to drive Fairmas expansion across the US and Canada.
LodgIQ Unveils Advanced Pickup Analytics in Winter Release, Citing Double-Digit RevPAR Gains in Boutique Hotel Case Study
The new feature delivered double-digit RevPAR growth and saved 20+ hours monthly in manual reporting for a boutique hotel case study.
HVS ANAROCK MONITOR, December 2025
India's hotel sector hit 72-74% occupancy in November 2025 with ARR growth of 15-17% month-over-month, driven by metro cities like Pune and Chennai.
AAHOA Applauds One-Year Delay of Tariff Increases on Furniture and Cabinetry
The delay prevents tariff increases on furniture and cabinetry that account for 15-20% of hotel renovation costs, affecting small business owners' capital planning.
Unscripted by Hyatt Brand Debuts Globally with Wink Joining World of Hyatt
Six operating Wink properties converted to Unscripted by Hyatt, expanding Hyatt's Vietnam portfolio from four to ten hotels with 2,000+ rooms.