Essex Hotel Management Partners with Larkin Hospitality to Add Six Properties to Management Portfolio
The deal adds 581 keys across six properties in New England, expanding Essex from 11 to 17 hotels and marking its first AC Hotel management.
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Chatham Lodging Trust Acquires Six Hotel Portfolio for $92 Million
The REIT acquired six Hilton-branded hotels across Missouri, Illinois, and Kentucky at a 10% cap rate while raising its dividend 11%.
Corporate Travel Policies Strengthen, Modernize and Embrace AI─While Opportunities Remain for Improving Accessibility, Policy Clarity and Compliance
GBTA-ALTOUR study of 168 travel managers reveals 32% report stricter policies today, with 64% interested in AI-generated policy explainers to improve compliance.
Registration opens for Hotel & Resort Design South 2026
The Miami Beach event targets the Southern US, Caribbean, and Latin America markets where 748 hotel projects are currently in progress.
Noble Acquires Renaissance Reno Downtown Hotel & Spa
Noble cites Reno's 15 million annual visitors and technology sector growth as key drivers for the riverfront Renaissance property acquisition.
Peregrine Hospitality Expands Northern California Portfolio with Acquisition of The Lodge at Tiburon and Toll House Hotel
Peregrine Hospitality adds two premium Northern California properties to reach 59 hotels nationwide, targeting high-demand leisure markets near San Francisco Bay.
Canada hotels report highest occupancy gain since July 2025
Manitoba led with 11.9% occupancy growth while Edmonton and Vancouver posted strong ADR and occupancy gains respectively.
Registration opens for Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Americas 2026
The 2026 expo features 250+ exhibitors, new Discovery Trail, and co-location with Hotel Resort Design South at Miami Beach Convention Center.
Hotels Enter the Ask and Book Era as AI Reshapes Discovery, Distribution, and Operations, According to NYU SPS and BCG
NYU and BCG study reveals 37% of travelers use AI for trip planning while hotels face 65% staffing shortages and 11.2% labor cost increases in North America.
U.S. hotel results for week ending 21 February
CoStar data shows U.S. hotels gained 3.1% occupancy and 6.2% RevPAR for the week, with New Orleans and Las Vegas leading growth.
Wyndham Levels Up Group Travel with New End-to-End Booking and Management Tools
The platform powered by Groups360 offers real-time dashboards, customizable booking pages, and integration with hotel systems to reduce manual work for planners.
Fries with that? Ordering from AI linked to selecting more indulgent foods
Penn State study of 400+ participants found AI voice ordering increased indulgent food choices by 40% compared to human interaction due to mental fatigue.
Flexible master’s program helping graduate student pursue career goals
Penn State's hybrid master's program allows working hospitality professionals to advance their education while maintaining full-time hotel positions.
GBTA Urges U.S. Congress and Administration to End Global Entry Suspension, Citing Increased Security and Business Travel Risks
GBTA warns that Global Entry suspension due to the government shutdown will create airport delays and hurt the $395.4B business travel market.
Mandarin Oriental Announces New Luxury Residences in West Palm Beach, Florida
The 87-unit luxury development will rise 31 stories along the Intracoastal Waterway, marking Mandarin Oriental's first standalone residences in South Florida.
U.S. hotel performance for January 2026
First RevPAR growth month since March 2025, with Minneapolis leading gains due to federal agent activity and Miami boosted by CFP Championship Game.
ROW NYC Reopens in Times Square This May
The 1,300-room property debuts redesigned rooms, reimagined public spaces, and Percy All Day café after a comprehensive renovation, with rates starting at $279.
Memphis Riverline Hotel Unveiled, Marking a New Chapter for The Downtown Landmark
Former Sheraton Memphis Downtown transitions to independent Memphis Riverline Hotel while maintaining Marriott Bonvoy benefits and planning phased renovations.
U.S. Food Waste Pact Report Shows Less Food Being Wasted in Retail and Foodservice Sectors
Retail unsold food rates dropped 1.1% while foodservice waste efficiency improved 5.7%, with pilot programs achieving over 50% waste reduction.
A Three-Year Hospitality Degree That Signals a Global Shift in Workforce Education
NAU's three-year hospitality degree addresses post-pandemic leadership shortages by cutting traditional program length while maintaining rigor through year-round scheduling.