WTTC Warns Uncapped UK Tourist Taxes Could Lead to Fewer Jobs in the Sector and Drive Visitors and Spending to Competing Destinations

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has warned that uncapped UK tourist taxes could reduce employment in the sector and divert visitors and spending to rival destinations, potentially undermining the country's o…

WTTC Announces Former Spanish Prime Minister José María Aznar and U.S. Tourism Minister Nick Adams for Malta Global Summit

The World Travel & Tourism Council has announced that former Spanish Prime Minister José María Aznar and U.S. Tourism Minister Nick Adams will participate in its upcoming Global Summit in Malta, signaling a focus on…

Thailand Tightens Entry Rules to Focus on ‘Quality Tourism’

Thailand's shorter visa-free stays are likely to hit long-haul itineraries harder than short breaks — and the property market harder than hotels. For travel companies, the business impact will depend more on trip le…

7 Holiday Marketing Ideas to Drive More Event and Catering Bookings in 2026

Tripleseat outlines seven actionable holiday marketing tactics to help hospitality operators and sales teams increase event and catering bookings for the 2026 holiday season, emphasizing early planning, digital outrea…

Ritesh Agarwal’s PRISM Acquires Significant Stake in Liran Wizman’s Sircle Collection

PRISM-backed Sunday PropTech acquires a stake in Sircle Collection, giving the 16-property European lifestyle group capital and infrastructure to expand its hotel management platform into new international markets.

AAHOA Launches Folio-Powered Marketplace

DURHAM, North Carolina, and ATLANTA, Georgia—The Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), Folio, and Avendra International today announced the official launch of the new AAHOA Marketplace, giving AAHOA membe…

Bowie House, Auberge Collection in Fort Worth Secures Refinancing

JLL Capital Markets arranged a floating-rate loan through MetLife for Bowie Place Properties to refinance the 106-key Bowie House, Auberge Collection, in Fort Worth, Texas.

Liam Brown joins Chatham Lodging board

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Omni Pontoque Resort at Punta de Mita to Open Spring 2027 in Mexico

Omni Hotels & Resorts has opened reservations for Omni Pontoque at Punta de Mita, with stays beginning March 2, 2027, ahead of the resort’s planned spring 2027 opening.

Signature Inn Socorro Opens in New Mexico

Signature Inn Socorro has opened in Socorro, New Mexico, following a renovation of all 95 guest rooms.