Canada hotels report third straight month of performance gains
RevPAR jumped 7.9% to CAD120.12 with Newfoundland and Vancouver leading gains across occupancy, ADR and revenue metrics.
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U.S. hotel results for week ending 18 April
CoStar reports occupancy rose 8.4% to 66.5% and RevPAR jumped 14.6% to $111.14, with 21 of the top 25 markets showing gains.
Dolce by Wyndham Expands U.S. Portfolio
Three new properties in Miami Beach, Palm Springs, and Hudson Valley bring the upscale brand to 90-240 rooms each with distinctive local design elements.
Davidson Hospitality Group Selected to Manage Homestead Midway Utah
Davidson will oversee the 123-room resort's multi-year transformation, adding golf, spa, meeting space, and dining venues through 2027.
YOTEL Washington DC Becomes First US Hotel to achieve Autism Speaks Autism Friendly Designation
YOTEL Washington DC trained staff and redesigned rooms with quiet areas and specialized lighting to accommodate neurodiverse guests.
Driftwood Hospitality Management Assumes Management of InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza
DHM takes over the 371-room luxury property on Country Club Plaza, marking its third Missouri hotel and first Kansas City management contract.
Wyndham Marks 20th ECHO Suites Opening, Underscoring Rapid Extended Stay Growth
The brand reached 20 hotels with occupancy exceeding 70% on average and targets 300 locations by 2032.
Tripadvisor Summer Travel Index Shows East Coast and Florida Beaches as America's Most Sought-After Summer Destinations
The study analyzed U.S. travel searches for summer 2026, revealing Myrtle Beach leads domestic demand while Cancun tops international preferences for the third consecutive year.
Ivy Hospitality completes renovations at two Indianapolis airport hotels
Ivy Hospitality upgraded 182 total rooms across two adjacent Marriott properties, introducing each brand's latest design prototype to the market.
Travel Industry Calls for Action on Capitol Hill, Honors Travel Champions Driving Change
U.S. Travel Association brought 400 advocates to Capitol Hill pushing for TSA/ATC pay protection, ESTA changes, and $160M in Brand USA funding.
U.S. hotel results for week ending 11 April
CoStar data shows U.S. hotels posted 0.4% RevPAR growth despite occupancy declining 1.1% after Easter, with Orlando leading occupancy gains and Miami ADR increases.
FORWARD/26 Draws Record-Breaking Attendance, Showcasing the Future of Hospitality Leadership
The AHLA Foundation's annual women's leadership event drew 1,000 hospitality professionals to Atlanta, featuring 50+ speakers and 20 breakout sessions focused on advancing women in executive roles.
What 158 TripAdvisor Reviews Reveal About The Neighborhood Hotel Grand Beach, Michigan
ECG's analysis of all 158 TripAdvisor reviews shows The Neighborhood Hotel Grand Beach maintains 4.9/5 stars with guests praising its hybrid apartment-hotel format in a wooded Lake Michigan setting.
What 82 TripAdvisor Reviews Reveal About The Neighborhood Hotel Lincoln Park
ECG's analysis of 82 TripAdvisor reviews shows The Neighborhood Hotel Lincoln Park maintains a 4.8 rating with 87% five-star reviews over three years.
What 76 TripAdvisor Reviews Reveal About The Neighborhood Hotel New Buffalo, MI
ECG analyzed 76 TripAdvisor reviews of their New Buffalo property, finding 97.4% five-star ratings driven by walkable downtown location and superior sleep quality.
Stonebridge Selected to Manage Kimpton Hotel in Downtown Salt Lake City
Denver-based Stonebridge will operate the 216-room luxury lifestyle property developed by The Domain Companies, opening early 2028.
U.S. Remains World's Largest Travel & Tourism Market But WTTC Warns That the Country is at a Crossroads
WTTC research shows U.S. tourism GDP grew only 0.9% in 2025 while Asia Pacific led globally at 8.2%, with international visitor spending declining 4.6%.
AHLA Foundation Recognizes Leaders Accelerating Women’s Career Advancement
The Foundation honored Sarai Jacko of Fairmont and Justin Knight of Apple Hospitality REIT at FORWARD/26 for advancing women's careers in hospitality leadership.
The Great American Luxury Escape: Why Affluent Travelers Are Rediscovering U.S. Destinations
GTC data shows domestic luxury hotel bookings rose 20% with ADR climbing 40% as affluent Americans pivot from international to high-end U.S. destinations.
Hosts and guests boost US economy by a record $93B in 2025
The platform supported 1.1M jobs and generated $26B in tax revenue, with hosts earning average $15,600 supplemental income.