Diversity only begins at hiring, Black hotel exec notes
The African-American human resources director for First Hospitality Group asserts that increasing staff and management racial diversity requires creating a… Read More »
Pandemic survivor stayAPT maps bustling near-future
The North Carolina-based long-term lodging company stayAPT Suites has defied the pandemic with robust growth since its launch in January… Read More »
Convene shifting into hybrid virtual meeting space
Meeting space provider Convene reduced its staff by about 80% but is expanding into the digital space with a virtual… Read More »
Ransomware attack cause of casino closures in Tasmania
Two casinos in Tasmania have temporarily closed after a cyberattack caused issues with slot machines and hotel booking systems. Although… Read More »
Big price cut marks major deal for Denver Hyatt Regency
The 461-room Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center has sold for $41.54 million, the largest sum paid for a hotel in… Read More »
Past year brings 25 more hotels into Hersha stable
Hersha Hospitality Management boosted its portfolio to 140 hotels with the addition of 25 properties comprising 4,000 rooms within the… Read More »
Green ideals meet hotel green light in Asheville, N.C.
The regime for hotel development adopted by Asheville, N.C., after a 17-month moratorium on new properties includes incentives for sustainability… Read More »
Pulse Partner Spotlight: BABOR
Tune in to the latest Pulse Partner Spotlight as ISPA Chairman Patrick Huey sits down with BABOR CEO Americas Tim Waller to… Read More »
Speakers announced for ISPA’s virtual event
ISPA is thrilled to present industry-leading professional education from speakers whose commitment to excellence in the workplace will be clear… Read More »
An introduction to bridge loans
A bridge loan is a short-term financing tool, one designed to satisfy a business’ needs until a longer-term loan is… Read More »
Would you adopt a “demonic” Chihuahua?
A Chihuahua named Prancer has gone viral after a Facebook post described the 2-year-old dog as a “haunted Victorian child”… Read More »
Small businesses leverage TikTok to grow
Small business owners are using TikTok to showcase their products and highlight different aspects of their businesses. Everything from jewelry,… Read More »
How marketers can help the ethical consumer
Marketers can help consumers make ethical purchase decisions by educating audiences on what terms such as “eco-friendly” mean for their… Read More »
Get ready for “ice cube” nails
“Ice cube” nails are poised to take over worldwide after gaining popularity in South Korea. “This look is heavy on… Read More »
Women-only “new-age wellness club” opens in Malaysia
Lax. Retreat in Kuala Lumpur is a women-only spa that co-founder Mardhiah Latiff describes as “the new-age wellness club for… Read More »
Dr. Barbara Sturm spa arrives in London
The first spa and boutique by Dr. Barbara Sturm has opened in London featuring the Signature Sturm Glow Facial and… Read More »
Baymont by Wyndham searches for a canine ambassador
The Baymont by Wyndham hotel chain is seeking its first canine ambassador to be the “Baymont Buddy of the Year,”… Read More »
Asia-Pacific growth continues apace for Wyndham
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts plans to open 180 hotels in Asia and the Pacific this year after adding 125 properties… Read More »
Dutch tourists opt for quarantine vacation in Greece
About 200 Dutch tourists were chosen from 25,000 applicants for an eight-day quarantine at a Greek beach resort on the… Read More »
China drives strong Asia-Pacific hotel upswing
Hotel growth in the Asia-Pacific region, led by China, continues its brisk pace, with 2,639 properties in the pipeline and… Read More »
IPO exceeding $3B said to be sought by UK’s Soho House
UK-based private membership club Soho House reportedly has entered a confidential IPO filing on the New York Stock Exchange, valuing… Read More »
Gaming and Leisure Properties selling Las Vegas asset for $308M
Gaming and Leisure Properties is selling the Tropicana Las Vegas Hotel and Casino in a deal valued at $308 million…. Read More »
More help needed, industry reps implore Senate panel
Travel, hotel and restaurant leaders told a newly formed US Senate subcommittee on travel and tourism their industry could recover… Read More »
TV’s Vern Yip will star in Mackinac’s Grand Hotel redo
Designer Vern Yip of HGTV and TLC’s “Trading Spaces” fame will be in charge of the Grand Hotel facelift at… Read More »
Dominican Republican tourism jump led by US travelers
Americans are spearheading a rebound in Dominican Republic tourism, where hotel occupancy reached 70.6% in the last week of March,… Read More »
Convention business is rebounding, Caesars CEO says
While mask-wearing and other COVID-19 safety precautions will remain in place, business groups are enthusiastic about coming back to Las… Read More »