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.
Press Releases
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.
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.
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%.
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.
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.
DoveHill Acquires the Acclaimed Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Collection in Washington, Connecticut
DoveHill acquired the 58-acre Connecticut resort featuring Forbes Four-Star Spa and 1 MICHELIN Key designations, with Auberge Collection continuing as manager.
The Third Annual Global Sleep Symposium Returns June 4, 2026
The luxury hotel brand's third annual symposium features Dr. Matthew Walker and expert panels exploring sleep as a performance tool.
U.S. hotel results for week ending 28 March
RevPAR increased 8.3% nationally, with San Francisco leading at 121.1% growth driven by the RSA Conference.
U.S. hotel performance for February 2026
RevPAR increased 4.3% nationally, with San Francisco leading gains due to Super Bowl LX while New Orleans declined after hosting the previous year.
New Survey: Americans Say TSA Funding Will Influence Their Vote
Survey of 2,000 voters shows 75% will consider candidates' aviation security records when voting, with 69% supporting independent TSA funding.
White Lodging Acquires Sheraton Raleigh Hotel, Shares Planned Renovation and Westin Conversion
White Lodging acquired the 353-room downtown property and plans to convert it from Sheraton to Westin with renovations starting in early 2027.
Staypineapple Launches Brand New Tagline “Where Stays Become Stories”
The boutique hotel brand introduces a guest-driven Instagram campaign offering free stays in exchange for sharing memorable experiences.
President Trump’s Approach Keeps Aviation Running—Congress Should Follow
The organization calls for legislation guaranteeing TSA and air traffic controller pay during shutdowns after two disruptions in six months cost billions.
HSMAI Celebrates Chapter Leadership Excellence at 2026 Mike Leven Leadership Conference
The March 2026 conference in LA recognized chapter excellence across categories from education to membership growth, with Ontario chapters winning multiple awards.
GBTA Again Urges U.S. Congress to End Shutdown as TSA Workforce Strain Triggers Severe Airport Delays
GBTA warns that TSA workforce strain from the shutdown could cost business travelers 12 hours in security lines on 48-hour trips.
Trust and Rewards Top the List of What Matters Most to Travelers, New Choice Hotels International Research Shows
Survey of 2,142 travelers shows 83% prioritize trust over price, with rewards programs and thoughtful service gestures driving value perceptions more than basic amenities.
Blue Flag Capital Expands National Footprint with Four New Design-Forward Hotels Debuting Summer 2026
Blue Flag Capital will double its portfolio with four design-focused properties opening summer 2026 across Jackson Hole, Sag Harbor, Montauk, and Greenport.
Blue Flag Capital and CMH
Dreamscape Hospitality Assumes Management of Courtyard by Marriott Bradenton Sarasota/Riverfront
Dreamscape takes over the 153-room riverfront property in downtown Bradenton effective March 24, expanding its Marriott portfolio.
Island Hospitality Management Assumes Management of Homewood Suites by Hilton Palo Alto
Island Hospitality Management takes over the 138-suite property in Silicon Valley, expanding their West Coast portfolio with a tech-focused extended-stay hotel.