Canadian Travel to the U.S. Grew for a 5th Month Despite Trade War — Still Down 27% From 2024
Many thought rising political tensions would mean fewer trips — the national data says otherwise. But not every state is seeing the same rebound.
Viking Announces $1 Billion Share Repurchase Program
Viking Holdings has announced that its board of directors authorized a share repurchase program of up to $1 billion of Viking’s outstanding ordinary shares. “The share repurchase authorization reflects confidence…
Aperture Hotels Assumes Management of Courtyard by Marriott Pensacola I-10 West
PENSACOLA, Florida—Aperture Hotels has assumed management of the Courtyard by Marriott Pensacola I-10 West, a 124-room hotel in Pensacola, Florida. Built in 2021, the six-story hotel includes 1,822 square feet of me…
AHEAD Asia 2026 winners announced
The winners of AHEAD Asia 2026 have been announced at Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore, marking the beginning of AHEAD’s 10th anniversary […] The post AHEAD Asia 2026 winners announced appeared first on Sleeper.
AHLA’s Summer Travel Survey Reflects Encouraging Consumer Sentiment Despite Economic Challenges
America’s 250th birthday commemorates an enduring American instinct to explore, gather, and experience the places that tell our collective story. The spirit of travel has always reflected a broader resilience of the…
Rethink Setbacks: Why a ‘Set it and Forget it’ Approach to Guestroom Thermostats is Costing Hotels Millions
We’re near the end of the summer season, when energy rates have been at their highest. First, some good news.
Hotel Orielle Opens on Savannah Riverfront
The Bohemian Savannah Riverfront has been renamed Hotel Orielle, an Autograph Collection Hotel
Prime Investment Properties Announces CALL FOR OFFERS on the Bavarian Inn, Black Hills – Offers Due September 30, 2026
Stabilized 64-key independent hotel on 5.5 acres in one of America's premier national-park markets — projecting $700K+ NOI on a 150-day season, with resort-style amenities, on-site workforce housing, and potential s…
Drink of the Week: Black Maple Hill Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Imbibe 75ers revive this cult classic bourbon. The post Drink of the Week: Black Maple Hill Kentucky Straight Bourbon appeared first on Imbibe Magazine.
Your Hotel Website Is Now a Verification Tool Not a Discovery Tool, Only 6% of Hotels Appear Consistently in AI Results, AI Is Deskilling Junior Sales Leaders
Friday brought hospitality.today's argument that hotel websites have shifted from discovery to verification tools as AI drives initial consideration, Pertlink's data showing only 6% of hotels appear consistently in AI…
CoStar: U.S. Hotel Industry Continues to Report Positive Year-Over-Year Comparisons
ARLINGTON, Virginia—The U.S. hotel industry reported a 21st consecutive week of positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through September 5.
‘I Don’t Want Cookie Cutter’: Dorchester’s Stand Against the Flattening of Luxury
Dorchester has an interesting market opportunity stemming from its iconic properties and a dial service culture. The challenge is to tighten and refine the basics without taking judgment away from the people who make…
Aiden debuts in downtown Kansas City
Brings new life to historic Mutual Building Read More The post Aiden debuts in downtown Kansas City appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.
Skift Global Forum Preview: Accor CEO on Why Data is Essential, but Instinct Matters Most
Accor CEO Sébastien Bazin shares what drives his decisions at scale for one of the world's largest hotel groups. He calls data essential, but says it should feed instinct rather than overrule it, a claim worth testin…
Lodging Lowdown: Aimbridge brings 3 historic hotels under management, PM Hotel Group names development SVP
Plus, Loews Hotels has launched new fitness experiences across its portfolio that embrace the “unique character” of each destination.
Weekly Coffee News: Major U.S. Coffee Supplier Rebrands + $1.85 Million Barista Lawsuit
K.C.’s Paris Brothers Rebrands as Paris Group Kansas City, Missouri-based Paris Brothers Inc., a family-owned company specializing in green coffee sourcing and roasting, contract manufacturing, warehousing, fulfillm…
U.S. Hotels Extend Growth Streak as Labor Day Boosts Comparisons
U.S. hotel occupancy, rates, and RevPAR rose year over year for the 21st consecutive week, with the Labor Day calendar shift boosting comparisons.
Hotel Vance Portland joins Columbia Hospitality portfolio
Seventh Oregon property for the management company Read More The post Hotel Vance Portland joins Columbia Hospitality portfolio appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.
Marriott furthers corporate hotel distribution strategy with Spotnana integration
With the expanded partnership, Marriott aims to simplify hotel booking and management for corporate travelers, including introducing loyalty linking with Marriott Bonvoy.
Hilton CMO Mark Weinstein steps down
The global chief marketing officer is leaving the company after 16 years to pursue an opportunity outside of travel, per a company spokesperson.
You are responsible for the P&L. Who is for the aquifer?
The Routledge Handbook on Regenerative Tourism and Hospitality, co-edited by the author, challenges hospitality to account for natural and community systems before they fail, not after.
Same Pitch, Different League – How You Can Use AI to Level the Booking Playing Field – By Terence Ronson
Terence Ronson warns that AI is reshaping hotel distribution by reducing discovery to a shortlist drawn largely from OTA and editorial content. He argues that independent hotels risk becoming invisible unless they mai…
Remington Hospitality Assumes Management of Hyatt Regency Long Island
DALLAS, Texas—Remington Hospitality announced the addition of the Hyatt Regency Long Island to its third-party managed portfolio. The 358-room full-service hotel includes a fitness center with courts for tennis, vol…
Naples Grande Beach Resort to transition to Signia by Hilton
Pyramid Global overseeing transformation Read More The post Naples Grande Beach Resort to transition to Signia by Hilton appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.
Radisson Blu Mall of America Completes Guestroom Renovation
BLOOMINGTON, Minnesota—Radisson Blu Mall of America announced the completion of a full renovation across all 500 guestrooms and 13 floors. The project, four years in development and designed by global firm Baskervil…
CHATTANOOGA POTENTIAL THROUGH RENOVATION OR RE-BRANDING
Located on one of the busiest I-75 interchanges in TennesseeNumerous demand generators in proximity to hotel – Downtown, Volkswagen Manufacturing Chattanooga, Tennessee Valley Train Museum, Hamilton Place Mall, and…
Middle East’s Recovery Stalled Again: Skift Travel Health Index
The Middle East’s recovery remains vulnerable. Renewed travel warnings make a rapid rebound less likely, leaving accommodation providers focused on both rebuilding demand and recovering pricing power.
HOTELEX Shenzhen 2026 Set for October
HOTELEX Shenzhen 2026 is scheduled for Oct. 13-15, 2026, at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center.
9th Hospitality Philippines Conference (HPC2026) Concludes, Setting the Blueprint for the Future of Philippine Hospitality
The 9th Hospitality Philippines Conference (HPC2026) has concluded, bringing together industry leaders to outline strategies and priorities for future growth, operational improvement, and investment in the Philippine…
Asian Games 2026: Nagoya hotel prices hit their peak in a subdued year for Japan
Nagoya hotel rates for the week of Sept 21 hit JPY 48,399, 123% above the city's 2026 annual average, driven by inventory removal for athletes rather than a major demand surge.
Travel Tech Announces Pitch Competition Finalists for Upcoming Start-Up Summit
Travel Tech has announced the finalists for its upcoming Start-Up Summit pitch competition, highlighting emerging technology companies vying for industry attention and potential partnerships within the hospitality sec…
New research highlights hosting as an engine for Latino generational wealth
A USHCC/Airbnb-commissioned poll of 1,516 U.S. adults finds 76% of Latino adults view short-term hosting as a practical income supplement, with retirement security and multigenerational wealth as key motivators.
Recession Concerns Rise, but U.S. Travelers Keep Taking Trips reports Future Partners
A new survey of American travelers found that concerns about household finances and a possible recession increased, but travel activity remained above year-earlier levels. Travelers are increasingly making spontaneous…
WTTC Warns Uncapped UK Tourist Taxes Could Lead to Fewer Jobs in the Sector and Drive Visitors and Spending to Competing Destinations
WTTC warns uncapped overnight visitor levies in England could cut international visitor spending by up to £14.4bn in 2027, with 29% of key-market travellers considering alternative destinations.
Global Branded Residence Awards shortlists revealed
Reading Time: 3 minutesWorldwide: The shortlists for the 2026 Global Branded Residence Awards have been revealed ahead of the virtual ceremony on 2nd October. The post Global Branded Residence Awards shortlists reveal…
See the Confirmed Speakers for Skift Creator Summit 2026
Creator-led demand moves across every seat in travel and sits fully inside none of them. The confirmed Creator Summit roster puts the operators who each own a piece of that path in one closed room on September 22.
What Should Hotel Leaders Know About Google’s New AI Booking Capability? Insights from Natalie Kimball
Shiji Horizon's Natalie Kimball breaks down Google's AI Mode booking launch and what it means for hotel distribution, direct booking strategy, and content accuracy.
Scenic Discovery Yachts Showcases 2027 Chile and Patagonia Voyages
Scenic Discovery Yachts will operate a series of discovery voyages through Chile and Patagonia’s fjords aboard the Scenic Eclipse in 2027. The cruise line said in a press release that guests can expect helicopter fl…
Princess Cays Removed from Upcoming Sun Princess’ Itinerary
Princess Cruises adjusted the itinerary of the November 22, 2026, cruise onboard the Sun Princess to remove a planned visit to Princess Cays. According to a statement sent to booked passengers, the ship will no longer…
Explora Journeys Showcases 2027 Caribbean Season
Explora Journeys has announced that from mid-October 2026 through March 2027, the company will offer its Caribbean season on two of its ships. “There is no single Caribbean,” said Anna Nash, president of Explora J…
Disney Celebrates Environmental Impact Milestones
Disney Cruise Line announced that it eliminated more than 99 percent of all guest-facing, non-essential, single-use plastics on its ships and island destinations as of the end of fiscal 2025. The company has credited…
Hydrogen-Powered Viking Astrea Launched at Fincantieri
Viking’s latest ocean ship, the Viking Astrea, was launched at Fincantieri’s Ancona shipyard. With a propulsion system partially powered by liquid hydrogen and fuel cells, the vessel is said to represent a further…
UnCruise Increases Capacity, Opens 2028 Bookings for Aleutian Islands
UnCruise Adventures has announced that it is more than doubling capacity on its “Aleutian Islands Adventure with Dutch Harbor & Kodiak” itinerary in 2028, shifting from the 36-guest Safari Explorer to the 74-guest…
England advances plans for uncapped overnight visitor levy
Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Regional mayors could receive powers to introduce an uncapped levy on hotel and holiday rental stays under legislation expected to be brought before parliament within months. The post Englan…
Michael Bayley Celebrates 45 Years with Royal Caribbean
Currently serving as the company’s President and CEO, Michael Bayley celebrated 45 years with Royal Caribbean earlier this month. In a social media update, Bayley said that the milestone was celebrated with a surpri…
Where Travel Stands, 25 Years After 9/11
Twenty-five years after 9/11, travel has become remarkably easy for people the system is prepared to move. The growing divide is over who gets that treatment.
Choose a Brand with a Calculator Not With Your Heart
A disciplined, model-driven framework for hotel brand selection, covering full fee stack analysis, validated RevPAR lift, labor market fit, PIP costs, and franchise agreement negotiation.
La Maison Le Chevreuil opens its doors
After two years of careful renovation carried out in close collaboration with local artisans, La Maison Le Chevreuil is set […] The post La Maison Le Chevreuil opens its doors appeared first on Sleeper.
Savills names UK most liquid European hotel market
UK hotel transactions reached £2.1bn in H1 2026, a £500m year-on-year increase, with London alone accounting for £1.4bn and attracting buyers from Spain, Italy, Israel, Singapore, and domestic sources.
2026/27 Federal Per-Diem Update: Growth Returns Following a Year of Stability
The GSA raised the standard CONUS lodging allowance from $110 to $113 for FY2027, with the 7-year trend showing 18% standard rate growth and over 100% growth in markets like New York City.
Maisons Pariente unveils its fifth address in Courchevel 1850
In winter 2026, Maisons Pariente will open the doors of Saint Roch, its fifth address in France and second in […] The post Maisons Pariente unveils its fifth address in Courchevel 1850 appeared first on Sleeper.
Your hotel website stopped being how she finds you. It became how she checks you.
As AI assistants drive hotel discovery but not trust, the author argues hotel websites must shift from acquisition tools to verification tools, starting with transparent all-in pricing that matches OTA displays.
The Decorator, The Hammer, or The Golden Glue: Which Will Define Your Hotel?
Opinion piece introducing three strategic wellness archetypes for hotels: superficial pampering, clinical intervention, or restorative "Kintsugi" transformation, urging operators to choose their positioning consciously.
The Hotel AI Readiness Guide
A practical guide covering AI readiness essentials for hotels, including data governance, content accuracy, direct booking strategy, and the emerging role of Model Context Protocol in AI-powered search.
What’s on the Minds of the Business Travel Industry Now
GBTA's Suzanne reflects on key themes from the 2026 Convention: record $1.71T global business travel spend forecast, value-driven trip prioritization, and the continued primacy of human support alongside technology.
Schweppes unveils new on-trade redesign
The skittle evolution retains Schweppes' iconic skittle shape while introducing a lighter, more practical bottle, shaped by direct input from bartenders across the UK.
From Access Credential to Point of Return: The Role of Wooden Key Cards in Adventure Hospitality
A supplier argues wooden key cards can serve as meaningful physical touchpoints for adventure-focused hotels, doubling as keepsakes engraved with trip details.
What “AI enabled” really means for hotel venue teams
hivr.ai CEO Felix Undeutsch breaks down what "AI-enabled" actually means for hotel venue sales teams, separating hype from practical application.