Dreamscape Hospitality Takes Over Management of The Doyle in Charlottesville
Dreamscape Hospitality takes over management of The Doyle in Charlottesville, VA, with a planned conversion to Tapestry Collection by Hilton effective September 30.
Press Releases
AAHOA Welcomes Governor Newsom's Veto of California Hotel Guest Disclosure Bill
AAHOA successfully lobbied California Governor Newsom to veto AB 2721, a bill that would have required hotels to publicly disclose when federal immigration agencies had reservations at their properties.
International Luxury Hotel Association Adds Culture, Wellness and AI Sessions to INSPIRE 2026 Agenda
ILHA's INSPIRE 2026 conference, set for December 15-17 at JW Marriott Bonnet Creek in Orlando, adds sessions on AI ROI, wellness science, and human connection in luxury hospitality.
Aimbridge Hospitality Assumes Management of Three Landmark Hotels for Gorman & Company
Aimbridge takes over management of three historic boutique hotels in Wisconsin and Illinois owned by Gorman & Company, marking the developer's first transition to third-party hotel management.
Omni Hotels & Resorts Doubles Meal Donations for Every Stay During Hunger Action Month
Omni's Say Goodnight to Hunger campaign will double meal donations to Feeding America for every stay in September, surpassing 30 million total meals since launching in 2016.
Select Registry Announces Nominee Finalists for the 2026 Craft Lodging Awards
Select Registry named finalists across 11 award categories for the 2026 Craft Lodging Awards, with winners to be announced at the National Meeting Conference on November 10, 2026 in Ponte Vedra, Florida.
AHLA Foundation Unites Survivor Advocates, Government Experts, and Hotel Industry Leaders To Advance Lasting Solutions To Prevent Human Trafficking
The AHLA Foundation's NRFT Survivor Fund hit a $10M milestone, with nearly 30% more grants awarded in 2026 to 16 organizations nationwide combating human trafficking.
AAHOA Applauds Pennsylvania Enactment of Human Trafficking Awareness Training Legislation
Pennsylvania's House Bill 1286 mandates human trafficking awareness training for hotel, motel, and short-term rental employees, with refresher training every two years and compliance verification for third-party booking platforms.
GBTA Applauds U.S. Passage of Legislation to Strengthen Security and Improve Passenger Experience
GBTA welcomed House passage of the SAFEGUARDS Act and One Stop Pilot Program Extension Act, which restore TSA security fee funding and reduce redundant international screening.
An Iconic Pairing: Marriott International and The Coca‑Cola Company Come Together in Strategic Beverage Agreement
Marriott named Coca-Cola its global beverage partner across carbonated soft drinks, hydration, and functional beverages, with a phased rollout across guestrooms, restaurants, lounges, and events worldwide.
The Hospitality Show Opens Registration for Industry Event Focused on Hotel Operations and Performance Optimization
The Hospitality Show, produced by Questex and AHLA, returns November 2–4, 2026 at Miami Beach Convention Center with speakers from Hilton, Accor, and Davidson Hospitality Group.
AAHOA Opposes AB 2721, Warns Bill Creates Legal Uncertainty and Operational Risk for California Hotels
AAHOA opposes California's AB 2721, which would require hotels to publicly disclose ICE and CBP reservations, citing legal liability, privacy concerns, and compliance burdens for small and independent owners.
AHLA Statement on Passage of the Los Angeles Minimum Wage Amendments
AHLA CEO Rosanna Maietta welcomed LA City Council amendments to the hotel minimum wage law, calling it necessary relief amid rising costs and declining travel demand.
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.
Newport Hospitality Group Hotels Earn Top Brand Honors Across Hyatt, Wyndham and Choice Portfolios
Newport's hotels won top awards from Hyatt, Choice, and Wyndham, with some properties earning recognition for 8-10 consecutive years.
Politics Created the TSA Crisis—Congress Can Fix It Through Reconciliation
U.S. Travel Association calls for three-year TSA officer funding through reconciliation to prevent recurring airport staffing crises and passenger delays.
GTBA Welcomes the End of Government Shutdown and Calls for Ongoing Bi-Partisan Co-operation to Prevent Further Shutdowns
The Global Business Travel Association, GBTA, the leading voice of the global business travel industry, welcomes the news that the United States Congress has passed a continuing resolution to reopen the government through January 30 and provide backpay to federal workers.
Business Travel Optimism Rebounds as Evolving Patterns, Policies and Technologies Shape the Industry, According to Latest GBTA Poll
As companies worldwide continue to navigate their business travel strategies amid change and uncertainty, confidence among global industry professionals is rebounding. Forty-three percent of business travel professionals worldwide say they are more optimistic now, up 15 percentage points versus prior months in 2025. However, concerns remain, relative to still-anticipated decreases in business trip volume, spending and revenue at their organizations for 2025.
Sonesta Welcomes Laxmi to Its Franchise Portfolio with the Transition of 18 Hotels
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the opening of 18 hotels with new franchise partner Laxmi Hotels Group, the first major milestone in the planned sale of 113 managed properties. The successful transition of these Sonesta Select Hotels marks a significant step in Sonesta’s asset-right franchise-forward strategy.
GBTA Urges U.S. Congress to Reach Agreement on a Federal Budget to End the Government Shutdown and Protect Business Travel and Economic Stability
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the leading voice of the global business travel industry, today called on the United States Congress to take immediate action to reach an agreement on a federal budget and quickly end the government shutdown.