Brick Hospitality Adds Ramada Suites by Wyndham San Diego to Management Portfolio
Brick Hospitality completed a full renovation after taking over the closed Ramada Suites in San Diego's Mission Valley in June 2025.
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U.S. hotel results for week ending 14 February
The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through 14 February. CoStar is a global leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.
A Year of Modernization: U.S. Travel Applauds Progress, Urges Continuation to Achieve Historic Success
One year after U.S. Travel’s Commission on Seamless and Secure Travel released its landmark report, the U.S. Travel Association today highlighted meaningful progress in modernizing America’s travel system—while warning that certain policy proposals, including a $250 "visa integrity fee” and expanded social media screening requirements for visa waiver travelers, could undermine recent gains and weaken U.S. competitiveness.
Four Seasons Resort Lanai Introduces Zero-Waste, Resort Filtered Water Bottling System
The resort's closed loop system with Boomerang Water reduces carbon emissions by 95% per bottle and eliminates shipping through on-site bottling.
Business coalition submits landmark signature total to repeal $742 million gross receipts tax
The coalition collected nearly double the required signatures to qualify the measure for the November 2026 ballot, targeting LA's $742 million tax burden on business revenues.
Modest World Cup lift still poised to play key role for U.S. hotel industry
CoStar forecasts the 2026 World Cup will drive 1.7% RevPAR growth in June-July, with host cities seeing 12.7% gains despite broader industry weakness.
HSMAI Celebrates 69th Annual Adrian Awards
The ceremony honored 500+ industry leaders with Platinum winners across Paid, Earned, Owned, and Multi-Channel marketing categories.
Highline Hospitality Partners acquires Pittsburgh Marriott North hotel
The acquisition brings Highline's portfolio to 17 hotels worth over $1 billion, with the 298-room property marking their first Pennsylvania investment.
AWH Partners Acquires All-Suite Hotel Trio in Sonoma County
AWH Partners announced today the acquisition of the Hotel Trio Healdsburg, a 122-key, all-suite hotel in the heart of Sonoma wine country. Since opening in 2018, the soft-branded Residence Inn has distinguished itself as the only Marriott-branded property in northern Sonoma and the second largest hotel in Healdsburg, one of the region's most sought-after leisure destinations.
New data shows South Side residents earned $15M from tourism in 2025, Obama Presidential Center to bring more visitors to the neighborhood
Analysis shows South Side Airbnb hosts earned $15.1M in 2025, with major events like Beyoncé concerts driving 140% revenue increases.
Travel Leaders Unite: Fund TSA, Protect Travelers, Keep America Moving
U.S. Travel, Airlines for America, and AHLA warn that potential TSA funding lapse during spring break could cost $140 million daily like last year's shutdown.
New Report: Hotels Are $12 Billion Economic Engine in Honolulu
A new economic impact report released today by the American Hotel & Lodging Association and the Hawai’i Hotel Alliance details the Honolulu hotel industry’s far-reaching economic impact and reinforces its role as a powerful engine for growth and opportunity. The study, conducted by Oxford Economic, found that Honolulu hotel operations and visitor spending generate $12 billion in economic activity, support 63,912 jobs, and contribute $1.9 billion in federal, state, and local tax revenue.
U.S. hotel results for week ending 7 February
The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through 7 February. CoStar is a leading global provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.
Market-Leading Hospitality Team Joins Blank Rome in California, Expanding Coast-to-Coast Capabilities and Global Reach
Five hospitality lawyers from Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell join Blank Rome's Los Angeles and Orange County offices, bringing experience from 4,700+ properties worth $125+ billion.
Coast Hotels Celebrates Its Top Achievers
Coast Hotels recognized top performers across 10 categories at its annual brand conference, including first-ever Lifetime Achievement Award.
Dreamscape Hospitality Expands Midwest Presence with Stevens Point Hotel Transitions
Dreamscape took over management of two Holiday Inn properties totaling 215 rooms, with the full-service location featuring 38,000+ square feet of event space.
Hospitality America Marks 30 Years of Partnership-Led Growth and Operational Stewardship
The South Carolina-based company operates hotels across the Southeast and Midwest, with recent openings including Element Charleston Airport and Hotel Avail in Arkansas.
U.S. Hotel Forecast Assumptions – February 2026
STR/Tourism Economics projects 0.6% RevPAR growth for 2026, driven by modest demand recovery and 2026 FIFA World Cup impact offsetting continued economic headwinds.
Hospitality management to waive application fees to PRLA dues-paying members
Penn State offers $3,000 master's scholarships and $1,000 certificate scholarships to first 15 PRLA member employees enrolling fall 2026-2027.
GBTA Calls for Balanced Approach to New ESTA Requirements, Citing Risks to Global Business Travel, U.S. Competitiveness, and International Data Privacy Compliance
GBTA survey of 571 professionals shows 78% are concerned about proposed ESTA changes, with 43% more likely to hold meetings outside the U.S.