Today, the Travel Technology Association (Travel Tech), the voice of the travel technology industry and advocate for public policy that promotes transparency, competition, and innovation, moderated the second annual Soapbox Industry Debate at the Phocuswright Conference in Phoenix, AZ.
American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) President & CEO Rosanna Maietta released the following statement today after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced it would make available another 64,716 H-2B temporary nonagricultural worker visas for fiscal year 2025.
PM Hotel Group, an industry leader in hospitality management, has been selected to assume management of three properties in the greater Washington DC area, including, Crowne Plaza Dulles Airport, Hotel Arboretum, and Fairfield Inn & Suites Washington, DC/New York Avenue, further expanding its portfolio of 86 hotels in 22 states.
Before New York City’s stringent short-term rental law took effect, Airbnb listings made up less than 1 percent of the city’s total housing supply1. Nonetheless, Local Law 18 (LL18) was introduced with the promise of tackling the city’s housing crisis, a promise that data shows remains unfulfilled.
Brick Hospitality, one of San Diego’s fastest-growing hotel management companies, adds another hotel to its portfolio with the Hampton Inn San Marcos. This latest addition marks a significant step in Brick Hospitality’s continued expansion within Southern California and reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences and strong returns for property owners.
Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP (JMBM) is pleased to announce that its Real Estate (including its Hospitality Transactions) practice has received the highest possible designation of National Tier 1 in the 2025 edition of U.S. News and World Report – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms.”
As the January 1, 2025, filing deadline for the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) approaches, hotel owners, developers, and investors should be prepared to meet the new federal requirements for business transparency. Effective January 1, 2024, the CTA requires most U.S. business entities to submit detailed ownership information to FinCEN or face penalties up to $10,000. The article below by JMBM’s Taxation, Trusts & Estates Department outlines key CTA requirements, filing deadlines, and essential steps for compliance.
U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman issued the following statement congratulating President-Elect Donald Trump.
LBA Hospitality and 3H Group proudly announce the grand opening and ribbon cutting of two exciting new additions to East Chattanooga's skyline: Candlewood Suites Chattanooga East and Holiday Inn Express Chattanooga East. The hotels began welcoming guests on September 30, 2024, and today marks their grand opening event, complete with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local community leaders and representatives from LBA Hospitality and 3H Group. This milestone event highlights LBA & 3H's continued growth and investment in Chattanooga's vibrant hospitality scene.
Peachtree Group (“Peachtree”) has announced a long-term partnership with Southfield, Michigan-based Group 10 Management (“Group 10”), expanding its managed portfolio with 14 new hotels totaling 1,648 rooms. This milestone growth pushes Peachtree's total managed operations beyond 100 hotels and solidifies its position as a leading third-party hotel manager. The properties are primarily Marriott, Hilton and IHG-branded hotels and are predominantly located in the metro Detroit area.
Davidson Hospitality Group, recently ranked #1 in Guest Satisfaction among Third-Party Hotel Management Companies by J.D. Power for the third consecutive year, has been selected by Lennox Capital Partners to manage two distinctive properties: The Highland Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton in Dallas, Texas, and The Westin St. Louis in St. Louis, Missouri.
PM Hotel Group, a leading hospitality management company, and Sightline Hospitality, renowned for its experiential travel and innovative property management, are pleased to announce a strategic merger. This partnership marks a significant development in PM Hotel Group’s growth trajectory, specifically within PM Hotel Group’s lifestyle hotel division Modus by PM Hotel Group, complementing and deepening the organization’s distinct verticals of lifestyle, unconventional hospitality and experiential travel. The merger expands PM Hotel Group’s footprint across the United States, positioning the newly combined entity to deliver unparalleled management excellence and redefine luxury and lifestyle, driving enhanced value for property owners while offering guests a diverse range of premium accommodations and immersive experiences.
In a letter delivered on Friday, the U.S. Travel Association called on Congressional leaders to pass substantial disaster relief to regions devastated by Hurricanes Helene and Milton as soon as Congress reconvenes.
Davidson Hospitality Group, a leading hospitality management company celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, today announced that it has entered into a new partnership with Nautic Partners, a middle-market private equity firm. As part of this partnership, Nautic Partners will acquire Davidson Hospitality Group from an affiliate of KSL Capital Partners, LLC, in partnership with Davidson management.
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced today that Rosanna Maietta has been selected to serve as the association’s next president & CEO, effective Nov. 14. Maietta is a talented executive with a global career marked by success working alongside boards and leading teams to high performance. Over the span of her career, she has achieved exceptional success in public affairs, strategic planning, association management, team building, and leadership.
Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman issued the following statement on the Biden administration's announcement of goals for travel and tourism in 2025.
AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) is deeply disappointed by the New York City Council’s decision to pass the Safe Hotels Act on Wednesday, October 23, despite recent revisions. While the exemption for hotels with fewer than 100 rooms offers relief to some, AAHOA remains concerned about the adverse effects of this legislation on the broader hotel industry, particularly minority-owned businesses. The revisions fail to address industry leaders’ critical concerns throughout the legislative process.
After months of contentious negotiations with the hotel industry, the New York City Council overwhelmingly approved a bill on Wednesday aimed at improving safety at hotels for workers and guests.
The Hotel Association of New York City (HANYC) issued the following statement regarding the New York City Council’s passage of Intro 991, known as the “Safe Hotels Act.”
Newport is proud to announce the acquisition of management responsibilities for the Wingate by Wyndham Altoona Downtown/Medical Center and Microtel by Wyndham Altoona, effective October 1, 2024. This strategic addition to Newport’s portfolio reflects the company’s commitment to delivering unparalleled hospitality experiences and investing in properties that offer value to both business and leisure travelers.