Q1 Ext.-Stay Rates in the U.S. Show Recovery as Occupancy Sees Incremental Improvement
U.S. extended-stay hotels’ revenue per available room in the first quarter recovered to pre-pandemic levels, while midscale extended-stay properties reached… Read More »
10 of the Hottest New Hotels in Mexico Opening Soon
From shimmering beach resorts to sophisticated urban accommodations, Mexico is welcoming a diverse array of new hotels in the second… Read More »
Hyatt Announces Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts Brand Debut in Greece
Hyatt announced that one of its affiliates has entered into a management agreement with AF Partners to expand the Inclusive… Read More »
Little Palm Island Launches Impactful Indulgence Package
Little Palm Island, the only private island resort in the U.S. has announced an ‘Impactful Indulgence’ resort buyout package starting… Read More »
Villas of Distinction to Pay Travel Advisors Upon Deposit, Commissions Up to $5,000
Villas of Distinction announced that its new travel advisor bonus commission will be paid upon deposit versus departure and the… Read More »
Middle East Leads in Recovery to Pre-Pandemic Tourism Levels
Tourism around the world continued its swift recovery to pre-pandemic levels during the first months of 2023 and the Middle… Read More »
Atlantic City Hotels Accused of Improperly Boosting Rates
We all know that lodging rates have increased exponentially over the last several years. But two New Jersey residents say… Read More »
Miami Celebrates Record-High Visitor Growth and Economic Impact
Clearly, by its own metrics and its own record-keeping, Greater Miami is on top of its game. The Greater Miami… Read More »
Report Highlights Shrinking Gender Gap in Hospitality Executive Roles
Female representation in leadership roles in the hospitality industry is slowly but steadily climbing, but there remains ample room to… Read More »
Indaba Highlights Strong Africa Tourism Rebound
Post-outbreak travel to Africa tourism is rebounding strongly, with key destinations including South Africa experiencing significant visitor growth, outpacing global… Read More »
Disney Realigns for Sustained Growth and Success
Not bad. Not great, either. Anytime you have a loss it’s never good. But not as bad as people expected… Read More »
Chile Ends All Travel-Related COVID-19 Requirements
Chile has announced an end to all travel-related COVID-19 requirements. As part of the “Protected Borders Plan,” the South American… Read More »
Orlando Retains Title as Most-Visited US Travel Destination
Tourism officials in Orlando announced that 74 million people visited the city in 2022, making the Florida hotspot the most-visited… Read More »
Hyatt Hotels Announces Four New All-Inclusive Resorts in Bulgaria
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced a major expansion in Bulgaria with the opening of four all-inclusive resorts. The hotel company revealed… Read More »
Flight Prices Soar to Five-Year Highs, Warns Fare-Tracker Hopper
According to fare-tracker Hopper, flights during the upcoming summer season will be the most expensive in five years. Average domestic… Read More »
Sonder Achieves Higher Q1 Rates
Short-term accommodation provider Sonder Holdings’ first-quarter revenue per available room, average daily rate and occupancy each increased year over year… Read More »
Notes From 2023 Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Barbados
The 41st edition of Caribbean Travel Marketplace kicked off this week in Barbados, a truly historical event since this is… Read More »
Jamaica Receives Destination Resilience Award
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) announced that Jamaica has been awarded its Destination Resilience Award for its recovery… Read More »
US Hotel Performance Continues To Improve
Despite showing mixed results from the previous week, U.S. hotel performance grew year over year, for the week of April… Read More »
Playa Hotels & Resorts Honors 2023 AllStars at Riviera Maya Gala
In a ceremony filled with the glitz and glamor of the Oscars, Playa Hotels & Resorts honored the top sellers… Read More »
Hawaii Comes Up With Compromise Solution to Fund its Tourism Organization
After losing funding from the state government and avoiding being disbanded, the Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) has awarded nearly $70… Read More »
Las Vegas Convention Center to Undergo $600 Million Revamp
Las Vegas is a popular city to go to for a convention. In fact, it is third in the country… Read More »
Expedia is betting on the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence
Expedia, the travel giant, has placed a significant bet on the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in the way… Read More »
Hilton Grows All‑Inclusive Portfolio With First Property in the Dominican Republic
Hilton announced its first management agreement for the first all-inclusive Curio Collection by Hilton property in the Dominican Republic, the… Read More »
Paradise Found at Riu Palace Kukulkan Hotel
The new Riu Palace Kukulkan Hotel made its debut in November 2022 offering an elevated experience in Cancun’s popular hotel… Read More »
Queen Mary Ready To Welcome Back Guests
Few among us have been able to say that they have set sail on the Queen Mary. It was commissioned… Read More »