NYC Planning Commission approves hotel permit rule
The New York City Planning Commission approved a zoning text amendment Tuesday that institutes a permit requirement for new hotel… Read More »
Marriott loyalty agent PlacePass bought by Hopper
Startup PlacePass, which operates Marriott International’s loyalty program, has been acquired by online travel and tech agency Hopper. In addition… Read More »
Putting final touches on the Ritz-Carlton
The 45-story Ritz-Carlton Hotel and Residences are nearly complete and expected to open early next year at 1185 Broadway in… Read More »
MGM Resorts puts 11 Picassos on block, seeking $100M
MGM Resorts is auctioning off its store of 11 Pablo Picasso works by way of clearing room for a more… Read More »
Nov. 1 reopening coming to Hawaii as pandemic eases
The long wait for full access to Hawaii will end Nov. 1, Gov. David Ige proclaimed Tuesday, citing a decline… Read More »
Belize resort offers digital detox spa package
Naia Resort & Spa in Belize is inviting guests to recharge with the Zoom Mom Digital Detox package. It includes… Read More »
Miami investor, Hilton join in pledge for greater good
Several Hilton Hotels brands will bear a new designation by the Miami-based global investment firm CGI Merchant Group that speaks… Read More »
Hotels adjust to the new business environment
Hotels are changing in response to a pandemic-shaped environment in which labor is scarce, business travel is still down and… Read More »
Plans revealed for new theme park resort in Saudi Arabia
Plans have been revealed to open a theme park and hotel resort called The Rig at an oil rig platform… Read More »
Fla. firm pays $27.2M for Fort Lauderdale lodgings, lot
LWHT Property Management, based in Coral Springs, has purchased six boutique hotels and motels and a parking lot in the… Read More »
Construction raises prospect of 27th Disney World hotel
A road rerouting project that opens a large swath of land near the Grand Floridian hotel is viewed by observers… Read More »
D.C. attorney general accuses Marriott of resort fee fraud
The District of Columbia Attorney General is suing Marriott International for alleged deceptive practices in reaping what the office says… Read More »
Hyatt exec extols “care for our colleagues”
Hyatt Hotels’ HR chief, Malaika Myers, discusses the company’s mental well-being assessment tool and its RiseHY program, which is focused… Read More »
Web action for travel, hotels jump with US easing news
The Biden administration’s recent announcement that it will remove entry restrictions for vaccinated international visitors starting Nov. 8 was followed… Read More »
Hotel pros see positive road back but with Airbnb caveat
Hotel experts in a recent panel discussion painted an optimistic picture of recovery from the pandemic but warned that vacation… Read More »
ARTOTEL pursues growth plan with Kyriad purchase
Indonesia-based ARTOTEL Group has purchased that nation’s franchise for the Kyriad hotel brand, comprising of 11 properties and 1,300 rooms,… Read More »
N.Y. oceanfront hotels list for $71M
Two beachfront hotels in Montauk, N.Y., are up for sale, reflecting growing interest in property away from New York City…. Read More »
Iconic Tahoe Biltmore changes hands for $56.8M
EKN Development Group has declared grand plans for the Tahoe Biltmore Lodge & Casino after purchasing the landmark for $56.8… Read More »
Starwood Capital raises $10B for distressed properties
Starwood Capital Group has raised more than $10 billion for its latest fund that will seek opportunities in distressed real… Read More »
Bulgari picks canyon for first L.A. resort
Bulgari Hotels & Resorts plans to build its first Los Angeles property in the Benedict Canyon, a posh residential area… Read More »
No quick end in sight for Hawaii visitor constraints
Hawaii’s policy of tightly restricting tourism is likely to remain in place through the holiday season as the state’s Safe… Read More »
Hot new concept: From fridge semi-trailer to hotel room
A Polish company is responding to consumer demand for innovative vacation experiences by repurposing refrigerated semi-trailers as mobile hotel rooms…. Read More »