Indonesian, Singapore hotel firms join forces
Indonesian lifestyle operator ARTOTEL Group and Singapore’s Far East Hospitality have forged a cooperative arrangement that reflects a trend among… Read More »
Resorts World Las Vegas to open June 24
Six years after breaking ground, Resorts World Las Vegas will open to the public June 24, with the $4.3 billion… Read More »
$400M facelift coming to 3 Caesars N.J. resorts
The three Caesars Entertainment resorts in Atlantic City, N.J. will undergo $400 million in upgrades over the next three years…. Read More »
Buyer sought for NYC’s storied Lombardy Hotel
The historic Lombardy Hotel in New York City is reportedly up for sale after the pandemic chilled shareholders’ hopes to… Read More »
Chicago kicks off bidding process for first casino resort
Chicago officials planned to issue a “request for proposals” today for construction of the city’s first casino resort, with an… Read More »
This “magic elixir” can cure a leader’s unhappiness
Leaders who constantly feel tired, discouraged, frustrated or negative should reflect on their feelings and prioritize the “magic elixir” of… Read More »
Why middle management is a 2-way job
Executives have wide business and strategic context but know less about the technical work the higher up they are, whereas… Read More »
Racism is big problem for 81% of older African Americans
AARP’s 2020 Vital Voices Survey found 81% of African Americans age 45 and older believe racism is a major problem,… Read More »
Capital is the biggest hurdle for Black wine entrepreneurs
Professor Monique Bell has been researching Black professionals in the wine industry and said they report encountering racism and confusing… Read More »
How to support POC employees after Derek Chauvin verdict
Employers must recognize that a verdict in Derek Chauvin trial doesn’t end Black employees’ trauma, writes Mandy Price, an advocate… Read More »
New L.A. cafe strives to exemplify community, diversity
Brian Lee and partners have launched Open Market, a cafe and convenience store on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles, representing… Read More »
Guinness creates brew to invest in Black community
Guinness Open Gate Brewery has partnered with members of Maryland’s Black community to kick off the million-dollar Guinness Gives Back… Read More »
Wendy’s reports on environmental, diversity priorities
Wendy’s plans to prioritize sustainability efforts and increasing diversity within company leadership, the company stated in its latest Corporate Responsibility… Read More »
Netflix series on Black history’s role in American food
The Netflix docuseries “High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America,” based on the book by food historian… Read More »
Minneapolis police face Justice Dept. inquiry
The Justice Department has begun an investigation into whether the Minneapolis Police Department “engages in a pattern or practice of… Read More »
Malta tries pay-to-stay promotion
To revive its tourism industry, Malta will pay international visitors up to $240 to stay at least two nights at… Read More »
Preferred guests may steer loyalty funds to ocean care
A Preferred Hotels & Resorts initiative allows guests to donate their rewards points to an organization educating young people on… Read More »
Capital One to offer cardholders access to airport lounges
Capital One is looking to expand its business air travel offerings by giving cardholders access to airport lounges. The lounges,… Read More »
Southwest offers frequent flyer subscriptions
Southwest Airlines is offering subscription plans for frequent flyers that allow them to purchase points on a monthly basis. Subscribers… Read More »
Airports add mental health resources
The extra stresses brought on by the pandemic are especially evident in airports, where chaplains are reporting an increase in… Read More »
United adds seasonal service to Iceland, Croatia, Greece
United Airlines is adding three new summer routes to Europe as countries begin to reopen to travelers who show proof… Read More »
American Airlines reintroduces beverage service
American Airlines is bringing back full beverage service for premium passengers on all flights starting May 1. Economy passengers will… Read More »
Delta’s airport lounges to reopen by summer
Delta Air Lines plans to reopen all its Sky Club airport lounges by this summer, CEO Ed Bastian said. American… Read More »
Mexico plans vaccination campaigns in tourist cities
The Mexican government plans to offer COVID-19 vaccinations to all adult residents in popular tourist destinations. The locations have not… Read More »
Airlines seen losing $48B in 2021, relying on cargo
The International Air Transport Association predicts that airlines globally will lose $47.7 billion in 2021 despite record-high cargo revenues. IATA… Read More »
Alaska Airlines lauded for HBCU support
Travel writer Colby Holiday lauds Alaska Airlines’ LIFT Miles program for supporting historically Black colleges and Universities, including Albany State… Read More »