Press Releases

April 20

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. Travel Association

Washington, United States

April 20

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.

CoStar

April 19

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.

AHLA Foundation

Atlanta, United States

Salt Lake City, United States

April 17

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.

Stonebridge Companies

April 17

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%.

WTTC

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April 17

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.

AHLA Foundation

Atlanta, United States

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Lighthouse

April 17

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.

Internova Travel Group

April 16

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.

Airbnb

April 16

AAHOA Supports Women in Hospitality Through Industry Collaboration

AAHOA partnered with Travel Portland to support women's career advancement through networking and mentorship opportunities at a dedicated forum.

AAHOA

Portland, United States

Press Release Operations & Strategy

April 15

First Hospitality Selected to Manage Downtown Madison’s Historian Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

First Hospitality will operate the 81-key property in Madison's 111-year-old Churchill Building, marking the company's first Wisconsin capital city location.

First Hospitality

Madison, United States

Press Release Finance

April 14

BLLA Announces "The Third Space Renaissance" as the Theme for the 2026 Boutique Hotel Investment Conference being held June 3 in NYC

The June 3, 2026 NYC conference will examine how third spaces like members' clubs and wellness studios are driving hospitality investment strategy.

BLLA

New York City, United States

April 14

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.

Newport Hospitality Group

Press Release Operations & Strategy

April 14

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.

U.S. Travel Association

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Lighthouse

April 13

Choice Hotels International Brand Sleep Inn Debuts New Design with Openings in Tennessee, Nevada, and Pennsylvania

Sleep Inn opens four new-construction hotels featuring its Scenic Dreams prototype, showing RevPAR premiums of +1.71 and improved guest satisfaction scores.

Choice

April 10

U.S. hotel results for week ending 4 April

Easter calendar shift caused nationwide RevPAR to drop 5.1%, though Miami and Anaheim posted strong gains while Vegas fell 34.2%.

CoStar

Hotel Association of New York City (HANYC)

April 10

Hotel Association of NYC Foundation Bestows Grant to NYC Police Foundation, Bolsters Public Safety Initiatives Within Hospitality Sector

The $15,000 grant funds Crime Stoppers, an anonymous reporting program operating since 1983 that offers cash rewards for safety tips.

New York, United States

Newport Hospitality Group

April 9

Newport Hospitality Group Teams Earn Top Apple Hospitality REIT Honors Showcasing Culture of Excellence and Impactful Leadership

Newport's Fairfield Inn Charlotte Matthews won Apple Hospitality REIT's Shining Apple Award while team member Tom Johnson earned individual Apple Award recognition.

Charlotte, United States