AHLA supports No Tax on Tips legislation
American Hotel & Lodging Association President & CEO Rosanna Maietta today joined President Trump on stage in support of the proposed No Tax on Tips legislation in Nevada and issued the following statement:
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First Hospitality Expands Into New Markets, Opens Multiple New Development Properties, and Launches Portfolio Verticals
First Hospitality, a national hotel operating and development company, grew into Oklahoma, Georgia, and Bahamas, while continuing growth in its existing markets, plus opened three new development lifestyle properties. This growth reflects First Hospitality’s continued focus on upscale, soft brand and lifestyle properties which now accounts for nearly 45% of its portfolio. This brings its diverse portfolio to more than 70 lifestyle, independent, and branded properties, with over 10,000 keys, and 3,500 world-class associates.
Extended Stay America Celebrates 30 Years of Extended Stay Excellence and Unveils Vision for Continued Growth
Extended Stay America, a pioneer and leader in the extended stay segment, proudly celebrates its 30th anniversary of providing affordable, comfortable accommodations for guests seeking long-term stays. Since opening its doors in 1995, Extended Stay America has remained committed to meeting the unique needs of extended stay guests — a commitment that has made it the leader and innovator in the industry.
AHLA congratulates President Trump, Vice President Vance on their inauguration
American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) President & CEO Rosanna Maietta released the following statement today on the inauguration of President Donald Trump, the nation’s 47th president, and Vice President JD Vance:
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The travel industry’s potential to supercharge the American economy and spirit is real; so too are the challenges of a new, dynamic political environment and overcoming a longstanding struggle to effectively communicate the travel industry’s value. U.S. Travel exists to capitalize on the industry’s opportunities while addressing its most pressing challenges.
Hampton Inn and Suites Snellville Georgia Joins Dimension Hospitality’s Fast-Growing Portfolio
Joe Viglietta, COO of Dimension Hospitality, an industry leader in hotel management, today announced that the 100-room Hampton Inn and Suites – Snellville Georgia has joined the company’s growing portfolio of managed hotels.
Connect with JMBM Partners at the 2025 EB-5 & Global Immigration Expo
Join JMBM partners Catherine DeBono Holmes and David Sudeck at the upcoming EB-5 & Global Immigration Expo on January 9-10, 2025, in Newport Beach, California. This event will celebrate the Top 25 winners released in EB5 Investors Magazine and Uglobal Immigration Magazine, and provide invaluable networking and learning opportunities for high net worth individuals, tax and immigration attorneys, migration agents, investors and project developers.
Lark Hotels Forms Joint Venture With Life House, Adding More Than 50 Properties to North American Portfolio
Premier lifestyle brand and hospitality management company, Lark Hotels, announces today the formation of a joint venture with contextual hotel brand and operator, Life House. This joint venture will operate under Lark Hospitality LLC, doing business as Lark, encompassing all Lark Hotels and Life House-branded hotels, 33 restaurants and bars, and the groups’ combined portfolio of nearly 100 independent spirited properties, with locations throughout the continental United States, Hawaii, and Mexico.
AHLA closes out 2024 with record-high 33 partnerships
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) will end 2024 with a record-high 33 active partnership agreements in a diverse range of industries that reflect AHLA members’ growing interest in the business verticals that will keep them competitive in the years ahead.
Government Shutdown Could Cost Travel Economy $1 Billion Per Week, Disrupt Travel During Peak Holiday Season
As Congress faces the looming threat of a government shutdown, Americans are bracing for severe economic costs and the threat of widespread travel disruptions just before the holidays. A government shutdown could cost the U.S. travel economy $1 billion per week, affecting millions of American travelers, businesses and federal workers across the country. Previous holiday shutdowns cost the U.S. economy $11 billion.
Junk Fees: FTC finally adopts the Final Junk Fees Rule but with focus on Hotels, Short-Term Lodging & LIve Event Ticket Sales
Finally! The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has been critically looking at “junk fees” for a long time. Over several years, it proposed banning “Unfair or Deceptive Fees” across many industries. However, on December 17, 2024, the FTC surprised many when it published a significantly revised version as its final “Junk Fees Rule” (16 CFR Part 464). The Rule is scheduled to become effective 120 days after its publication in the Federal Register.
Travel Technology Association Responds to Removal of Hotel Fees Transparency Act from Congressional Spending Package
Laura Chadwick, President and CEO of the Travel Technology Association, released the following statement regarding the removal of the Hotel Fees Transparency Act (S.2498) along with other commerce-related bills from the Continuing Resolution passed by Congress late Friday night:
AAHOA Welcomes FTC Ruling Requiring Transparency in Lodging Pricing
AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association), the world's largest hotel owners association, applauds the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for finalizing the Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees, also known as the "Junk Fees Rule," on Tuesday, December 17. This landmark rule requires upfront disclosure of total prices, including mandatory fees, to ensure transparency and fairness for consumers booking short-term lodging and live-ticket events.
Hotel Equities Chosen to Operate 29 Postcard Cabins Locations Nationwide
Hotel Equities (HE) is proud to announce its been selected to operate Postcard Cabins, a leader in the outdoor hospitality sector and a newly acquired brand under Marriott International. Hotel Equities will manage Postcard’s collection of cabins across the U.S., helping Marriott expand its footprint in the rapid growing outdoor hospitality market. This partnership allows Hotel Equities to leverage its expertise to support Marriott’s vision of offering guests immersive, nature-driven experiences, meeting the increasing demand for outdoor-focused accommodations.
Crescent Hotels & Resorts Announces Management of The St. Anthony, a Luxury Collection Hotel
San Antonio’s iconic The St. Anthony, a Luxury Collection Hotel has named Crescent Hotels & Resorts as the property’s new management company, ushering in the next chapter in the history of the storied downtown property while ensuring it remains one of the city’s premier destinations for meetings, special events and leisure travel. Sid Greehey, a majority investor in the historic property, has been named Managing General Partner of the hotel’s ownership group.
AHLA applauds CR’s lodging fee-transparency provision; urges swift passage
American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) President & CEO Rosanna Maietta issued the following statement today after federal lawmakers reached a deal to include in a year-end continuing resolution AHLA-backed legislation that would protect consumers from hidden lodging fees. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) also announced a long-awaited fee-disclosure rule today that applies to the lodging industry.
BTN Group And HospitalityLawyer.com® Announce 2025 Global Travel Risk Summit in Houston
The BTN Group and HospitalityLawyer.com® are excited to present the Global Travel Risk Summit for the second consecutive year at Transocean in Houston, Texas on May 7, 2025. This conference, originally founded in 2016, is an opportunity for education and collaboration focusing on meeting duty of care obligations and mitigating risk through contingency planning and ensuring the execution of safe and secure travel. The Global Travel Risk Summit is unique in that it departs from the traditional conference format by challenging participants to work in groups, preferably including cross-functional teams from individual organizations, to find solutions to real-world immersion scenarios that are then vetted by risk management experts.
Travel Technology Association Announces Support for Sean Duffy as U.S. Secretary of Transportation
The Travel Technology Association (Travel Tech), the voice of the travel technology industry and advocate for public policy that promotes transparency, competition, and innovation, wrote a letter of support for the nomination of former Congressman Sean Duffy as the next U.S. Secretary of Transportation. Today, the U.S. Commerce Committee held a nomination hearing where Congressman Duffy testified and answered questions from committee members.
Corporate Transparency Act Update: Filing Deadlines on Hold Following Federal Injunction
As previously outlined in our November blog post, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was poised to impose significant federal reporting obligations on U.S. business entities starting January 1, 2025. However, a recent Federal District Court ruling has altered the compliance landscape dramatically.
A-1 Hospitality Group Announces Strategic Partnership With Delta Inn Hotel Group
A-1 Hospitality Group, a family owned and operated hotel management and development company based in Kennewick, Washington today announced a strategic partnership with Delta Inn Hotel Group, a family-owned portfolio of hotels led by CEO Scott Kim. This collaboration will bring Delta Inn’s leadership team and three Portland, Oregon airport hotels into A-1 Hospitality Group’s expanding portfolio.