2026 Travel & Hospitality Trend Forecast
Florida hotel executives share insights on seven key trends for 2026, including wellness-focused journeys, community-centered hospitality, and proactive planning ahead of global events.
Press Releases
U.S. Travel on New Foreign Traveler Social Media Proposal
U.S. Travel Association warns that CBP's proposed social media screening for visa-free travelers could reduce tourism and harm America's economy.
Game-changing metrics: How Super Bowl LX will shape San Francisco’s hotel market
Hotels expect ADR to rise 37% and RevPAR to jump 47% in February 2026, though occupancy will trail 2016 levels due to larger supply.
OTH Hotels Resorts Expands Pennsylvania Footprint with Crowne Plaza Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh South
OTH Hotels Resorts adds the 179-room Crowne Plaza in Pittsburgh's South Hills to its growing East Coast portfolio.
U.S. Travel on New Foreign Traveler Social Media Proposal
U.S. Travel warns CBP's proposed social media requirements for visa waiver travelers could deter millions of visitors and billions in spending.
Vijay Patel Named Tourism Champion of the Year
Patel manages 20 hotels across five states and serves on multiple industry boards including IHG Owners Association Global Board of Directors.
U.S. hotel results for week ending 6 December
CoStar data shows occupancy fell 3.2% to 57.2% with Tampa posting the largest declines due to Hurricane Milton displacement effects.
US Hotels Face Profit Pressure as Labor Costs Outpace Recovery
Labor costs are rising 4-5% annually while occupancy drops, with union hotels showing -1% profit conversion versus 25% for non-union properties.
New 2025 Hotel Labor Costs & Trends Report Finds Operators Improve Labor Efficiency Amid Rising Wages and Softer Revenue
Report reveals U.S. hotels cut labor hours by 7-15% across departments while maintaining profitability despite wage increases up to 5.9%.
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Park Hotels & Resorts Announces the Sale of Additional Non-Core Hotels
Park Hotels sold or agreed to sell eight underperforming properties for $198 million while posting strong RevPAR growth in core markets like Hawaii and New York.
DKN Hotels Acquires Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Mesa/Sorrento Valley
DKN Hotels acquired the 150-suite property and plans a comprehensive renovation starting Q2 2026 in partnership with PK Architects and Gensler.
New Chair: CHLA Advocacy Critical for California Hotels' Future
Kristi Allen of Ensemble Allen will lead the association's efforts against predatory lawsuits and wage mandates affecting 6,000+ California hotels.
Americans Dissatisfied with Travel Security Experience; Demand 9/11 Passenger Security Fee Put Back Where It Belongs
Poll reveals 89% want the $1.5 billion annually diverted from TSA security fees returned to fund modern screening technology and reduce airport delays.
Waterford Hotel Group Expands Footprint in New Orleans with Five Additional Hotels
Waterford adds five French Quarter properties from The J Collection, bringing its New Orleans portfolio to 11 hotels ahead of peak festival season.
STR Weekly Insights: 16-29 November 2025
U.S. RevPAR fell 0.3% in the fortnight ending November 29, but excluding 13 hurricane-impacted markets, RevPAR actually grew 0.9%.
U.S. hotel results for week ending 29 November
CoStar data shows Tampa suffered steep declines due to 2024 hurricane displacement demand comparisons, while San Francisco led gains with 14.9% RevPAR growth.
Davidson Hospitality Group Hosts Preeminent Food & Beverage Summit
The two-day Dallas summit focused on menu profitability, procurement cost savings, and team development for F&B leaders across Davidson's hotel portfolio.
Colliers releases report on 2026 Commercial Real Estate Outlook
Colliers forecasts U.S. commercial real estate recovery in 2026 with 15-20% transaction growth, office vacancy dropping below 18%, and hospitality supply growing 1.3%.
U.S. Travel & Tourism Grows While Cutting Emissions, WTTC reveals
WTTC data shows U.S. tourism GDP grew 1.8% annually while emissions fell 1.7%, demonstrating successful economic-environmental decoupling.
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Introduces St. Regis Estates, Welcoming the World's Most Storied Properties into the House of Astor
St. Regis launches ultra-exclusive Estates collection for historic, leisure-focused properties, with Newport Coast's Pelican Hill as the first conversion in 2027.