Raines, a leading hospitality management, development, and investment organization, announced the debut of two new DoubleTree by Hilton properties in South Carolina. Located in Summerville and Greenville, the properties have undergone renovations — including extensive upgrades to guestrooms, public areas, and food and beverage facilities — to meet DoubleTree brand standards. Both hotels opened in July 2025.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBB”) was signed into law on July 4th, 2025, ushering in sweeping changes to the U.S. federal tax landscape. The OBBB permanently extends and expands many provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”), and introduces significant updates that will impact both individuals and businesses. The following are among the more notable provisions in the OBBB.
Thanksgiving-like travel extremes expected at U.S. airports 50 days next year, doubling to 100 days in 2028; current air travel system not built to handle surge of travelers. Roadmap outlines future of TSA screening: shoes and belts on; liquids in bottles in bags.
U.S. Travel President and CEO Geoff Freeman issued the following statement on the announcement by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem:
Coury Hospitality, the award-winning lifestyle hospitality operator behind some of the country’s most dynamic hotels and restaurants, has been tapped to take over management of the iconic Hard Rock Hotel San Diego, effective July 1, 2025. Located in the heart of the legendary Gaslamp Quarter, the Hard Rock Hotel is known for its immersive, music-infused energy, and VIP-caliber service. The partnership signals a bold new chapter for the property, as Coury brings its signature blend of elevated operations, experiential programming, and culinary-forward innovation to one of Southern California’s most recognizable hotel destinations.
U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman issued the following statement after Congress’ approval of a sweeping legislative package sent to President Donald Trump for signature:
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the leading voice representing all segments of the hotel industry, today issued the following statement from its President & CEO, Rosanna Maietta, following the inclusion of tax provisions critical to the hospitality industry in the U.S. Senate-passed Budget Reconciliation package.
Hilton Worldwide recently awarded Hotel Elkhart, a Hilton Tapestry Collection hotel, the 2024 Hilton Award of Excellence for providing exceptional guest experiences.
HRI Hospitality, LLC (“HRIH”), announces the addition of the Hilton New Orleans St. Charles Avenue to its growing portfolio of lifestyle and legacy-driven hotels. HRIH will manage and oversee operations at the 252-room property, further strengthening its presence in its local New Orleans market.
Leading hospitality management company Charlestowne Hotels announces its continued expansion with the takeover of Hotel Nell, a 106-room property located in Washington DC’s lively Union Market neighborhood.
UJA Federation, the world’s largest local philanthropy, which funds hundreds of nonprofits and seeds grassroots organizations working individually and together, responding to ongoing challenges and emerging issues around the world, held its annual Hospitality Division reception on June 1, 2025, at the Marriott Marquis in New York City. The reception honored Shai Zelering, Managing Partner, Real Estate, Brookfield, in recognition of his professional and philanthropic achievements. The event raised $1,200,000 to support UJA-Federation of New York’s efforts to help those in crisis throughout the world.
TPG Hotels & Resorts, one of the nation's premier hospitality management firms, announced today that it has been selected by Verge Management LLC to manage a portfolio of five Marriott-branded select service hotels located in Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas. The agreement marks a significant expansion for TPG in the South-Central United States and adds to its growing roster of select-service properties.
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the leading voice representing all segments of the hotel industry, today issued the following statement from AHLA President & CEO Rosanna Maietta following the inclusion of key tax provisions critical to the hospitality industry in the U.S. House-passed Budget Reconciliation package:
The Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa has transitioned to new management under Crescent Hotels & Resorts, a leading operator of lifestyle-driven properties. Crescent now oversees all hotel operations, bringing its renowned expertise in curated service and modern amenities to enhance the guest experience.
This week, members of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) – the leading voice of the U.S. hotel industry – traveled from across the country to meet with congressional leaders and discuss pressing legislative priorities vital for the hospitality sector. During the ongoing Budget Reconciliation and tax negotiations, more than 250 AHLA members held meetings with lawmakers across the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.
Forty years ago, Bruce White founded White Lodging in 1985 in Northwest Indiana with a single hotel and built the company into one of the largest and most respected hospitality companies in the United States. He passed away in 2023 from cancer, leaving behind a company that never knew anyone else at the helm.
Westgate Resorts announced today the completion of its agreement to purchase Bellevue, Washington-based Vacation Ownership Sales (VOS), which has the exclusive management, sales, and marketing rights of VI Resorts, North America's largest owner-controlled timeshare and vacation club.
InnVentures, a hotel management company specializing in premium select-service and extended stay hotels, announces today the addition of Residence Inn Seattle Northgate Station. The new hotel, developed by Simon, a global leader in premier shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations, continues a decades-long relationship between InnVentures and Residence Inn, and adds an important hospitality amenity to the burgeoning Northgate Station complex.
Today, Los Angeles Councilmembers John Lee and Traci Park joined dozens of hotel and hospitality professionals, local business leaders, and the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) on the steps of Los Angeles City Hall to call on the City Council to reject an ordinance that will jeopardize jobs, lead to hotel closures, and decrease tax revenue into the city.
The American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) today issued the following statement applauding the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of the bipartisan Hotel Fees Transparency Act of 2025, introduced by Representatives Young Kim (R-CA-40) and Kathy Castor (D-FL-14).