NYC hotels that converted into migrant shelters set to rake in over $1B in taxpayer funds
Hotels are set to easily rake in well over a billion dollars in taxpayer funds for turning their buildings into migrant shelters.
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Six NYC hotels are providing free helicopter airport transfers into the city — with one small catch
With New York's congestion pricing plan indefinitely delayed, traffic into Manhattan this summer is set to be gridlocked as usual.
76% of hotels are still understaffed even amid a 'hiring spree'
The hotel industry says it’s having trouble finding workers. A new survey by the American Hotel and Lodging Association revealed that more than three quarters of its members were having trouble hiring all the people they need to run their businesses, the industry trade group announced Monday.
The Future Of Work Is Brand-Led Hospitality
As I sat across a video call interviewing Arian Lewis, one of the founders behind Kiln, a lifestyle-focused coworking brand, I couldn’t help but notice the perfectly curated room in the background behind him. I had recently visited that very Salt Lake City Kiln location and was impressed not only with the beauty of the spaces but also with the small details, including the way all the cushions were gently plumped in the exact same way, reminiscent of a high-end hotel lobby. Refresh rooms, music studios, podcast rooms, and warm meeting spaces that felt like you were walking into your very own living room peppered the high-ceilinged, art-infused environment. Everything about this coworking space, from the distinct lighting in each space, down to the books on the coffee tables, seemed intentionally handpicked to spark conversation and evoke specific human interactions.
A ‘Two-Name’ Industry: Eric Danziger on Combining the Heart for Hospitality With a Head for Business
Newly retired hospitality icon Eric Danziger, who may be best remembered as the only CEO of Trump Hotels who wasn’t a Trump family member, recently spoke with LODGING about his career climb from Fairmont San Francisco bellman to CEO of Starwood Hotels, Wyndham Hotel Group, and, of course, Trump Hotels. However, as he mentioned while sharing his “success story,” it was his fortunate track record of growing companies that prompted the Trumps, among others, to tap him to undertake many of the challenges he described.
Airbnb's Jay Carney on Icons and the impact of New York's regulations
Airbnb's latest round of product rollout includes its Icons category, which showcases experiences such as a living room performance by Grammy-winning artist Doja Cat or an overnight hosted by Bollywood royalty Janhvi Kapoor in India. Hotels editor Christina Jelski got an update on the company's latest chapter from Jay Carney, Airbnb's head of global policy and communications.
A global conference, a divisive challenge: Hospitality student faces the fallout of “unaligned values” during group project
Imagine a room full of college seniors all passionate about the same field and each recognized for academic excellence. One would think such individuals, specifically chosen for their demonstrated commitment to their future careers, would produce the ideal small groups to work together on a unique project. Turns out, it’s not that simple.
PricingService.ai Democratizes Dynamic Pricing in the Hospitality Industry
Identifying a significant gap in the market, Dan Zhang (Associate Dean for Research and Academics at University of Colorado Boulder) saw an opportunity to bring advanced, AI-driven pricing optimization to independent hotels, which represent about two-thirds of the market yet lack the sophisticated pricing strategies of their franchised counterparts. Many of these hotels, he noted, rely on rudimentary pricing due to the prohibitive costs of acquiring and maintaining advanced pricing systems.
The US hospitality workforce is back to pre-pandemic levels. That doesn’t mean a daily housekeeping renaissance
The U.S. hotel industry notched a big win in the latest jobs data: The American hospitality and leisure sector — which includes restaurants and hotels— is back to pre-coronavirus pandemic levels.
Warren Street Hotel is a colourful marvel in downtown Tribeca
Among the cobblestone streets and red brick accents found in downtown Tribeca, Firmdale Hotels’ third New York property, the Warren Street Hotel, sticks out with its striking blue exterior and bright yellow top developed by architecture firm, Stonehill Taylor. The property, which is the sister hotel to Crosby Street in SoHo and The Whitby in Midtown, comes from the hands of British designer and Firmdale founder, Kit Kemp, and her daughters, Minnie and Willow.
Hotels Have Come A Long Way With Accessibility — But There's Still So Much Work To Be Done
Eager to shower and get to bed after a late-night arrival in Brussels last summer, my husband and I were disappointed — but not surprised — to find that my wheelchair didn’t fit into the bathroom of our supposedly accessible hotel room.
US Hotels Post Highest Weekly Occupancy of the Year So Far
As the spring travel season approaches, U.S. hotel occupancy is blossoming week over week even as rate growth slows.
Airbnb crackdown is a windfall for New York City hotels
Business is booming for New York City's hotels, and the city's recent crackdown on short-term rentals may be a driving force.
Is Choice Hotels about to be the strongest on the US soil?
After buying Radisson Americas in 2022 (67,000 keys) the franchisor is interested in its closest competitor Wyndham Hotel group (802,269 rooms as of January 1st, 2023). But the project is not that easy this time, Wyndham having rejected several times the offer. One question is to be asked, would Choice become too big on the American market regarding its competitors.
A hotel worker’s 3-hour commute tells the story of LA’s housing crisis and her strike
Brenda Mendoza was born and raised in Los Angeles’ Koreatown, just a 10-minute drive from the upscale JW Marriott hotel where she’s been working for 14 years.
No room at the inn: Why disabled people struggle to book hotels
Staying in hotels can be a harrowing experience for people with disabilities. When Julie Reiskin, 58, tried to book an accessible room in Chicago, she got one with no roll-in shower. In D.C., the bed was too high. Throughout her travels, she’s often had to go days without bathing and has had to sleep in her power wheelchair.
Airbnb CEO: New York City hotels will get more expensive after short-term rental crackdown
The head of Airbnb, the world's largest vacation rental platform, issued a warning to travelers considering a trip to New York City over the next year.
Inside Las Vegas' First Cannabis-Friendly Hotel
Situated a stone's throw from the Strip, The Lexi was formerly known as the Artisan Hotel. This once-infamous spot was well-known to locals as a go-to destination for risqué late-night parties. Today, the 64-room Lexi stands as the pioneering cannabis-friendly hotel in Sin City.
Hotels Strike Back in the Battle Against 'Hidden Charges
In a pushback against the recent government crackdown on so-called "junk fees," hotels are coming up with innovative ways to continue imposing extra charges on their guests. While these charges were expected to fade after the government's move to curtail them, hotels are instead introducing new, often confusing fees under various labels. These unexpected surcharges are leaving travelers frustrated and prompting a surge in disputes, both legal and at the front desk.
Climate Change Is Making Travel That Much Harder
In June, Amtrak’s Albany, N.Y, to Montreal train route was cancelled due to excessive heat. Service was suspended because a 47-mile stretch of the trip took four hours after the train was forced to slow to 10 miles per hour. The speed restriction was imposed because temperatures above 86°F (30°C) can make the rails misalign and cause derailment. In July, rail service between Albany and New York City was suspended after heavy rains completely washed out the tracks near the city of Poughkeepsie.