HSMAI Washington DC Chapter today invited Washington metropolitan area hospitality professionals to register for its next program, Beyond Boundaries: Collaborative Marketing Strategies, to be held April 23 at MGM National Harbor in Maryland.
With less than a month to go, AAHOA, the world’s largest hotel owners association, is set for AAHOACON25, the must-attend event for the hospitality industry, which will be held April 15-17, 2025, in New Orleans.
After 36 years of hosting one of the hospitality industry’s most respected gatherings, the Hunter Hotel Investment Conference (“HUNTER”) announced plans to move to a new venue following a successful 17-year partnership with the esteemed Atlanta Marriott Marquis. Starting in 2026, the annual event will be held at the Signia by Hilton Atlanta, marking the conference’s continued growth and its commitment to providing attendees with an exceptional experience.
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest hotel franchisors, is introducing new, value-engineered prototypes for Comfort and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson that will provide more revenue driving spaces for owners within the same footprint and achieve a 10 to 15 percent reduction in construction costs. In addition, the brand identities for both Comfort and Country Inn & Suites have been sharpened to create even more distinction within the marketplace for travelers, fortifying Choice Hotels' industry-leading upper midscale brands. Throughout the year, Choice Hotels plans on testing and rolling out a series of new and evolved brand hallmarks, including an updated breakfast offering, furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) packages and more as the franchisor continues to invest in its brands, driving growth and long-term brand success.
The 2025 Penn State Hotel & Restaurant Society (PSHRS) Industry Awards and Reception will be held on Tuesday, April 8, at the Nittany Lion Inn.
AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association), the world’s largest hotel owners association, proudly announces that Hilton will serve as an AAHOA Brand Partner, exhibitor, and Grand Sponsor of the Welcome Party at the 2025 AAHOA Convention & Trade Show (AAHOACON25), set to take place April 15–17, in New Orleans.
HomeToGo, the marketplace with the world’s largest selection of vacation rentals, revealed the most in-demand yet value-packed St. Patrick’s Day destinations across the U.S., using exclusive search and price data. For travelers who want to experience superb celebrations without packing their passport, HomeToGo has identified the pot of gold for festive trips, featuring 15 U.S. locations ranked by affordability and popularity.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced plans for Hyatt Select, a new upper-midscale transient brand designed to meet the needs of modern travelers while delivering an efficient, cost-effective model for owners. The Hyatt Select brand will strengthen Hyatt’s upper-midscale presence complementing Hyatt Studios, Hyatt’s extended-stay brand in the category, which marked the opening of its first property, Hyatt Studios Mobile / Tillmans Corner, on Feb. 18.
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) celebrated the best in travel marketing at the Adrian Awards Celebration on Tuesday, February 18, at the New York Marriott Marquis, with more than 500 industry and agency executives in attendance. This year, the 68th annual competition theme, “Wish You Were Here,” celebrates the moments and contributions that comprised the most innovative and successful travel marketing, public relations, advertising, and integrated campaigns.
Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is proud to announce the members of its 2025 Americas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. HSMAI America’s leaders represent a cross section of the industry’s most respected hotel and hospitality brands, academics, and suppliers. The board is composed of senior travel and hospitality executives from a representative selection of HSMAI members, led by chair, Andrew Rubinacci, CHSP, Chief Advisory Officer, FLYR, who is in his second year of a two-year term.
Booking.com, the global leader in connecting travelers with the widest choice of incredible places to stay, is launching a new ad campaign to show how it helps travelers get it ridiculously right every time. A continuation of the successful Booking.yeah campaign that celebrates YEAHs experienced throughout the travel journey, the new creative will debut live during the fourth quarter of the Big Game on February 9, bringing to life Booking.com’s ability to cater to every traveler’s unique needs and personalities and “find exactly what they’re booking for.”
Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board President & CEO Adam Burke today issued the following statement on discoverlosangeles.com:
The Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration is pleased to share it has selected an outstanding leader in the hotel industry, Mark Hoplamazian, President and CEO of Hyatt Hotels Corporation, to receive the 2025 Cornell Hospitality Icon of the Industry Award. The award is scheduled to be presented at the Cornell Icon and Innovator Awards event in New York City on June 3, 2025.
Meetingmax, the leading provider of event room block management software, has announced a strategic partnership with aRes Travel to address the growing challenges of post-cutoff hotel bookings. This collaboration offers event managers an innovative solution to ensure no attendee is left without accommodations, even after the contracted room blocks close.
That sound you heard this past weekend was 170 million people hitting the roof at not being able to access TikTok for roughly 12-16 hours.
As we close the chapter on a transformative 2024 and step into 2025, Newport Hospitality Group continues to lead the charge in redefining operational excellence. Our mission is clear, to empower our general managers and directors of sales with the tools they need to deliver exceptional guest experiences. By leveraging innovative systems, we aim to streamline processes, enhance performance, and allow our leaders to focus on what truly matters—our guests.
Officials of the California Lodging Investment Conference [CLIC], the only hospitality conference focused on the California hotel market, today unveiled the agenda for its eighth annual gathering. The Westin Long Beach will play host to the event from March 5-6, 2025.
Cogwheel Marketing & Analytics will be honored for travel marketing excellence by the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) at the annual Adrian Awards Celebration at the New York Marriott Marquis, February 18, 2025.
We are excited to announce our 2025 Digital Marketing Trends Webinar on January 9, 2025, at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET. Join Milestone Founder and President, Benu Aggarwal; Bill Hunt, President of Back Azimuth Consulting; and Q&A with Barry Schwartz, CEO of RustyBrick, as we explore the critical shifts and innovations shaping the future of digital marketing. As we move further into an AI-driven landscape, understanding and integrating these trends will be essential to staying ahead of the competition. Below are some of the key trends we will discuss, along with the data supporting insights
A quick jaunt up the coast for Angelenos or anyone else in Southern California (SoCal) is the picturesque haven of Santa Barbara with its never-ending white sand beaches surrounded by trendy restaurants and beachfront accommodations. But drive a few minutes up the city’s hills, and you will reach the El Encanto, a secluded, 7.5-acre oasis of verdant gardens tucked into the upper reaches. Here, a serene presence contrasts the endless hubbub of cars, people, boats, and related commercial activities.