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February 3

Travel Industry to Congress: End Shutdowns That Punish Workers and Disrupt Americans

Joint industry statement cites $6 billion economic impact from 2025 shutdown and urges Congress to pass bipartisan aviation funding bills.

U.S. Travel Association

Washington, United States

Press Release General Management

February 2

Hospitality’s Quiet Reboot: Why the Next 12 Months Will Redefine How Hotels Actually Work

The article appears to examine upcoming fundamental changes to hotel operational models over the next year.

Pertlink Limited

Opinion Article General Management

February 2

Trading Places

A hotel controller's personal story about trading jobs with a colleague across borders, highlighting the importance of relationships and quick thinking in hospitality careers.

By David Lund, The Hotel Financial Coach, David Lund

Press Release Human Resources

January 30

Ninth Annual Shatterproof Hospitality Heroes Reception at ALIS Unites 75 Hospitality Companies Raises $2.1 Million to Advance Solutions to the Addiction Crisis

The event raised a record $2.1 million with 75 companies participating, while data shows 17% of hospitality workers have substance use disorders.

Shatterproof

Los Angeles, United States

Press Release Operations & Strategy

January 29

THAIFEX – HOREC Asia Puts Skills and Execution at the Centre of Hospitality

The 2026 event in Thailand brings together 600+ brands for hands-on demonstrations of kitchen workflows, housekeeping competitions, and coffee championships.

Koelnmesse

Thailand

Press Release Human Resources

January 29

Hilton, Hyatt and IHG Hotels & Resorts Create Modernized, Updated Human Trafficking Prevention Training

The free curriculum, developed with survivor input, will be available through 2026 and joins Marriott's existing training completed over 2.6 million times.

AHLA Foundation, Hyatt, IHG and Hilton

Washington, United States

Press Release Human Resources

January 28

Apply Now: Nearly $1 Million in Scholarships for Restaurant & Hospitality Students Available for 2026-2027

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation awards range from $2,500-$10,000 and applications close March 15, 2025.

National Restaurant Association

Ad Social Strategy

Turn Social Into Commercial Growth

A two-day working summit, live and online, for hospitality teams ready to improve bookings, reputation and results.

KORDIE®

Ad Guide

The next-gen metrics that move hotel P&L

Hotel tech has changed what's possible – and measurable. RevPAR and ADR aren't enough; discover the metrics that really matter.

Mews

Press Release Technology

January 27

CIO Summit EMEA to Gather Hospitality Leaders for Strategic Technology Conversations, From HFTP and Hospitality Upgrade

HFTP and Hospitality Upgrade will host senior IT executives at W Amsterdam for strategic discussions on AI adaptation, sustainability tech, and regional technology leadership.

HFTP

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Press Release Markets & Performance

January 27

Global Business Travel Professionals Signal Stronger Confidence But Also Constraint Heading Into 2026, According to Latest GBTA Poll

GBTA survey of 571 professionals across 40 countries finds 59% optimistic about 2026 despite concerns over affordability (70%) and visa/border requirements (65%).

GBTA

Opinion Article General Management

January 26

The Spirit in the Machine

Warns that while AI systems now preserve guest data and operational knowledge, hotels risk developing leaders who understand dashboards but lack real-world judgment.

By Terence Ronson, Founder & Managing Director, Pertlink Limited

Ad Guide

The next-gen metrics that move hotel P&L

Hotel tech has changed what's possible – and measurable. RevPAR and ADR aren't enough; discover the metrics that really matter.

Mews

Press Release Sales & Marketing

January 22

Hospitality Creator Summit to Launch at HITEC 2026, Ushering in a New Era of Influence and Innovation for the Global Hospitality Industry

The invite-only event launches June 15, 2026, featuring The Creator Lab for real-time content production on the HITEC show floor.

HFTP

Press Release General Management

January 22

PATA Signs MoU with Phuket Hotels Association to Support Responsible Growth in Hospitality Sector

The partnership enables mutual affiliate membership, joint events, and quarterly research sharing between PATA's regional network and PHA's Phuket hotel members.

PATA and Phuket Hotels Association

Phuket, Thailand

Press Release Human Resources

January 22

Now Accepting Nominations for the 2026 Young Leader Award at Questex’s IHIF EMEA

ISHC seeks nominations for professionals 35 or younger who demonstrate emerging leadership and impact in the hospitality sector.

ISHC

Berlin, Germany

Press Release Markets & Performance

January 22

PATA and Asia Pacific Outdoor Lodging Association Enter Strategic Partnership

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the Asia Pacific Outdoor Lodging Association (APOLA) have entered into a formal partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

PATA and Asia Pacific Outdoor Lodging Association (APOLA)

Press Release General Management

January 21

AHLA welcomes new members to Executive Committee, Board of Directors

Marriott's Liam Brown will chair the 2026 board before retiring, with Davidson's Thom Geshay set to succeed him mid-year.

AH&LA

Washington, United States

Press Release Development

January 20

From design to operations, connecting the full hotel lifecycle

Hotel & Shop Plus 2026 will feature 80+ exhibitors showcasing building materials, smart hotel tech, and design solutions for the full hotel lifecycle at Shanghai's New International Expo Centre March 31-April 3.

Sinoexpo Informa Markets

Shanghai, China

Press Release General Management

January 19

ISHC Elects 2026 Board of Directors and Inducts 30 New Members

Steve Hennis of Hotelogy will chair the 9-member board while the society grows to over 250 members globally through invitation-only membership.

ISHC

Press Release Development

January 13

Lark Hotels Renews BLLA Membership, Championing Creativity & Independent Spirit

Lark Hotels, which operates nearly 100 independent properties across six brands, renewed membership in BLLA to access education, networking, and advocacy resources.