How has technology changed in travel?
Technology has changed the travel industry, from digital room keys to apps and the rise of virtual queues. Since the… Read More »
Analysts consider whether gas prices will impact travel
Tourism analysts in Nevada are looking at whether rising gas prices will negatively affect travel to Las Vegas. Nevada Resorts… Read More »
Wilderness Resorts and Waterparks in Wisconsin undertakes renovations
The Wilderness Resorts and Waterparks in Wisconsin will be renovating all of its nearly 450 hotel rooms, replacing flooring, artwork,… Read More »
Hospitality jobs on the rise
The most recent jobs data notes that the hospitality industry, while doing better, is still not at pre-pandemic levels, as… Read More »
Argos, Pinterest partner for rooms that inspire
Argos announced it was partnering with Pinterest for design inspiration at pop-up hotels. There will be “mood rooms” at Argos… Read More »
The Cove Resort proposed for Liverpool, England
The cost of building a new surf park called The Cove Resort at Princes Park in Liverpool, England, has grown… Read More »
Dallas-area site eyed for hotel by Utah buyer
Provo, Utah-based PEG Cos. says it plans to build a dual-branded Marriott hotel on a 3-acre site it has… Read More »
Some fans feel grounded as Disney resort costs soar
The $5,300 tab for two nights for a family of three at the new Walt Disney World Star Wars hotel… Read More »
Hilton’s Curio will make Galapagos debut
Curio Collection by Hilton will become the first international hotel brand to operate on the Galapagos Island of Santa Cruz…. Read More »
Return trips: Heritage travel takes hold as world opens
A recent survey affirms that heritage travel — getaways that include explorations of one’s roots — is gaining favor among… Read More »
Extended-stay driver Highgate creates Select arm
The select-service properties that predominate in Highgate Hotels’ portfolio have inspired the launch of Highgate Select, a new division focusing… Read More »
Council authorizes San Antonio Grand Hyatt sale
The San Antonio City Council has approved a deal that will allow for the sale of one of the city’s… Read More »
Travel group sends White House SOS after bad jobs news
The US Travel Association asked the Biden administration Friday to take several measures to boost travel in light of a… Read More »
Overlooked bright spot in hotel recovery: Middle East
The Middle East, favored with high vaccination rates and low travel restrictions, emerged as one of the best-performing regions for… Read More »
Tubs, cribs, kitchens rise as post-COVID hotel amenities
Bathtubs and kitchens are hot while Wi-Fi and business facilities have cooled according to a Hotels.com survey of changed consumer… Read More »
Host Hotels & Resorts and Noble create JV
Host Hotels & Resorts and Noble Investment Group have formed a joint venture, and Host has invested $90.7 million for… Read More »
Wyndham unveils first Women Own the Room agreement
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has signed the first deal in its Women Own the Room program, designed to bolster financial,… Read More »
UK sommelier treasures the flavors of his native Italy
Giorgio Scavarelli, sommelier at London’s The Colony Grill Room at The Beaumont hotel, talks about his introduction to the world… Read More »
Calif. resort fined $3.3M under rehiring law
The upscale Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes is the first business to be cited under a California law that… Read More »
Romance-researching Sandals ties knot with publisher
The Institute of Romance, created by Sandals Resorts to study trends in matters of the heart, has released its first… Read More »
Gaming and Leisure Properties closes deal with Cordish
Gaming and Leisure Properties has closed purchase agreements with The Cordish Companies for the real estate assets of Live! Casino… Read More »
Travel industry responds to Ukraine crisis
The travel industry is responding to the Russian invasion of Ukraine with widespread measures, including canceling bookings both in and… Read More »
Las Vegas pool guests invited to dive into gourmet treats
Food and drink menus are making the biggest splash as Las Vegas resorts gear up for their seven-month poolside season…. Read More »
Hyatt venture in China brings Fila into hotel game
The athletic apparel company Fila will partner with Hyatt Hotels Corp. to enter the hospitality business. Fila House, scheduled to… Read More »
Venetian workers get cut in on Apollo’s $6.25B deal
The approximately 7,000 employees of the Venetian casino-resort in Las Vegas will be allowed to share in gains that may… Read More »
Difficult times diminish disdain for hotel conversions
Hotel conversions are winning converts among once-leery developers, thanks to such factors as abundant distressed properties, supply chain uncertainties, high… Read More »