A Two-Speed Industry: How Bifurcation Reshaped U.S. Hotel Performance in 2025
RevPAR fell 6.3% to $118.26 in 2025, with luxury segments outperforming while economy hotels missed budget by 12.8%.
By Sarah McCay Tams, Head of Editorial, Actabl
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HotelRunner Recognized with Expedia Group’s Highest Elite Tier for 2026, Underscoring Demand Generation Strength
HotelRunner, a leading travel and hospitality technology platform, has been selected as an Expedia Group Elite Connectivity Partner for 2026.
Your rate doesn’t matter. Your ADR has feelings. The market doesn't.
Revenue management expert argues hotels should price based on market willingness to pay rather than internal costs or ego, using probability-weighted demand analysis.
By Fabian Bartnick, Founder, Infinito
Global Hotel Pipeline Reaches Record High—Luxury and Upper Upscale Chain Scales, and Conversions Reach Historic Milestones at Q4 2025 Close
Global hotel pipeline hit 15,922 projects with luxury and upper upscale segments reaching record highs, led by US and China accounting for 62% of projects.
Latest WTTC research shows that at least £14 billion would be lost from the UK economy if daily visitor taxes are introduced
Study of 2,502 travelers shows 29% of international visitors and 39% of UK residents would avoid destinations with visitor taxes.
Sonesta Opens 29 Organic Properties in H2 2025
Sonesta International Hotels (Sonesta), the 8th largest hotel company in the US, today announced the successful opening of 29 new properties during the second half of 2025, showcasing Sonesta’s global expansion and continued growth strategy.
Emotionality, Wellness, and Longevity: Demand and Risk Mitigation Through 2030
The wellness tourism sector approaches $1 trillion by 2025 while longevity markets reach $600 billion, requiring hotels to navigate economic disruptions and evolving guest expectations through strategic planning.
By Mia Mackman, Owner and Principal, MACKMAN|ES
Middle East hotels demonstrate resilient performance in luxury and midscale segments
Five-star properties achieved 91.1% guest satisfaction versus 83.1% for four-star hotels, while midscale segments expanded at twice the rate of luxury properties.
Sojern’s 2026 State of Destination Marketing Report: Measuring Economic Impact Ranks as DMOs’ Top Priority Amid AI Disruption
Study of 350+ DMOs finds economic impact measurement now tops traditional metrics like visitation as organizations face budget pressure and AI disruption.
New data shows South Side residents earned $15M from tourism in 2025, Obama Presidential Center to bring more visitors to the neighborhood
Analysis shows South Side Airbnb hosts earned $15.1M in 2025, with major events like Beyoncé concerts driving 140% revenue increases.
Shiji Group Board of Directors Lunar New Year Message 2026
Shiji highlights 2025 partnerships with Marriott and Amadeus while positioning for AI-driven hospitality software transformation in 2026.
Shiji brings cloud-native hospitality technology to Pakistan with first Daylight PMS deployment
Pearl Continental Rawalpindi becomes the first Pakistani hotel to implement Shiji's cloud-native PMS, marking the technology provider's entry into the Pakistani market.
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The Global Accommodation Specialists Situ Strengthens Global Presence with Expanded Operations in the Americas
Situ establishes Americas division to provide faster response times and localized market expertise for corporate housing clients across North and South America.
Taormina Market Pulse 2026 - From the Grand Tour Heritage to a Global Luxury Destination
The report shows Taormina's hotel ADR exceeded €1,200 in 2025, up 80% since 2018, driven by luxury positioning and White Lotus exposure.
Using technology to increase visibility and customer loyalty for meetings and events at a new hotel property
InterContinental Barcelona used Cvent's platform to increase meeting RFPs by 19% and RFP value by 33% while achieving 100% response rates.
Australian Open drove Melbourne hotel room rates to January record
January RevPAR hit AUD196.65, up 8.6% year-over-year, with peak performance on tournament Saturday reaching AUD354.94.
Saudi Arabia and Egypt Drive Middle East Hotel Pipeline to Record High of 710 Projects in Q4 2025
Saudi Arabia leads with 394 projects and Egypt follows with 140, while luxury and upper upscale segments hit record highs across the region.
Cologne hotel performance jumped in January
RevPAR surged 23.2% year-over-year driven by events including Imm Cologne trade fair, STICKS & STONES career fair, and entertainment events.
Eventful January boosted Abu Dhabi hotel rates
ADR reached AED846.34 (+10.4%) and RevPAR hit AED720.98 (+9.9%), driven by conferences like WCO Technology and concerts by Lewis Capaldi and Linkin Park.
Higher-End Chain Scales Drive Hotel Pipeline to Record-High Project Totals in Asia Pacific Region, Excluding China
India leads with 906 projects, while luxury and upper upscale segments drive growth across the region's record-high development activity.