Accor Builds Caution Into Outlook Over France Unrest and Middle East
Accor is guiding to a flat fourth quarter globally, partly out of caution after France's recent riots and uncertainty about wars in the Middle East.
NYC’s Horse-Drawn Carriages To End by 2028
New York is ending one of its most iconic tourist attractions. Pedicabs have been floated as an alternative, but lawmakers say that industry has its own issues.
American Airlines Expects a 2026 Loss. How It Plans to Turn a Profit in 2027.
American CEO Robert Isom said he was confident that American’s premium investments will pay off in 2027.
Wyndham Courts AI Booking Agents in Push for Direct Bookings
The Super 8 and La Quinta franchiser is opening its inventory to Meta's Muse, OpenAI, and Instinct. Morgan Stanley analysts think AI agents could cost hotel groups less per booking than online travel agencies do.
Atlanta Marriott Peachtree Completes Renovation
PEACHTREE CORNERS, Georgia—Atlanta Marriott Peachtree Corners completed a property-wide renovation, introducing refreshed guestrooms, enhanced amenities, modernized event spaces, and a new restaurant and bar. Updated guestrooms include contemporary furnishings and finishes. The project also included a new M Club by…
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IHG reports Q3 RevPAR growth driven by ‘strength of US economy’
In the U.S., RevPAR grew by 6.9% YOY in Q3, while CEO Elie Maalouf predicts 2026 to be “another year of record development activity.”
Cut the Hotel Tech Clutter, Close More Group and Event Business – By Mike Pavicich
Mike Pavicich writes that hotels can improve group and event business conversion rates by streamlining their technology stack, focusing on solutions that directly support sales productivity and client engagement.
Harding+ Invites Brand Partners to Collectively Raise the Bar
Harding+ has invited its brand partners to play a bigger role in creating guest demand, building on recent years’ momentum, at its annual Supplier Conference. Under the theme “Raising the bar”, CEO Jeremy Fennell outlined to Harding+ product and brand partners how closer collaboration can make more of cruise retail’s…
Speedy Arrivals, Seamless Stays: How Hotel June Malibu Eliminated Wait Times With Canary’s Mobile Key
Hotel June Malibu cut check-in wait times from 7 minutes to zero using Canary Technologies' Mobile Key and Mobile Check-In, with over half of mobile check-ins now opting for a mobile key.
Your hotel website is your 24/7 salesperson. Would you hire it?
A practical checklist for hoteliers to audit their website like a salesperson, covering page speed, booking paths, content accuracy, and personalization to drive direct bookings over OTAs.
Mountain Resorts Look Beyond Skiing as Travelers Weigh Weather Risks
Mountain destinations face pressure to offer flexible booking terms, easier access and activities that do not depend on snowfall as travelers weigh weather uncertainty, limited vacation time and transportation costs.
Asia-Pacific’s Autumn Travel Boom Sees Rising Demand for Emerging Destinations
Chiang Mai, Surabaya and Busan lead city-level booking growth, while Japan dominates the world's autumn foliage spots and Gen Z drives flight bookings
Hard Rock Casino Tejon Breaks Ground on $725 million Expansion
The Tejon Indian Tribe and Hard Rock International broke ground on a more than $725 million expansion of Hard Rock Casino Tejon in Mettler that is scheduled to add a 406-room hotel and other facilities with an anticipated opening of Summer 2028.
Asia Pacific Tourism Nears Full Recovery as Korea and Vietnam Surpass 2019 Arrivals
Asia Pacific tourism is nearing full recovery to pre-pandemic levels, with Korea and Vietnam surpassing 2019 international visitor arrivals, while growth moderates and established markets show mixed results, according to the PATA Annual Tourism Monitor 2026.
IHG Hotels & Resorts Hits 1,000 Open Hotels in Europe
IHG Hotels & Resorts has reached the milestone of 1,000 open hotels in Europe, underscoring the company's continued expansion and operational scale in the region.
Why Hotel Groups Are Prioritizing Consolidated Financial Visibility
Hotel groups are increasingly investing in centralized financial management systems to streamline reporting, enhance operational oversight, and support more agile responses to market conditions across multiple properties.
Ensana Fürstenhof Hotel Reopens in Bad Griesbach, Germany
Ensana has reopened the Fürstenhof Hotel in Bad Griesbach, Germany, signaling renewed investment in the region's hospitality sector and expanding accommodation options for wellness tourism in this well-known spa destination.
Caribbean Researchers Win Inaugural Caribbean Tourism Intelligence Award
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has named Dr. Dalano DaSouza and Dr. Dennis Mc Call Jr. the recipients of its inaugural Caribbean Tourism Intelligence Award for research examining why Caribbean nationals choose international destinations over travel within the region.
Hilton for Business Introduces New Travel Coordinator Tools and Program Enhancements Shaped By Member Feedback
Hilton for Business has launched new travel coordinator tools and program enhancements designed based on member feedback, aiming to streamline booking and management processes for small and midsize business clients.
11 Best AI Tools for Small Hotels in 2026 – By Femke Nollet
Femke Nollet's 2026-focused roundup identifies 11 artificial intelligence tools designed to help small hotels streamline operations, improve guest experience, and compete more effectively in a technology-driven hospitality market.
Signia Hilton Savannah Tops Out
SAVANNAH, Georgia—Signia Hilton Savannah reached a major construction milestone as the Savannah-Georgia Convention Center Authority (SGCCA), Savannah Convention Center, Hilton, Brasfield & Gorrie, Songy Highroads, elected officials, and community partners celebrated the topping out of the 444-room hotel. The property…
Extended Stay America Converts San Antonio Hotel to Premier Suites
Extended Stay America has converted a San Antonio property to its Premier Suites brand, signaling continued expansion of its extended stay portfolio in response to demand for longer-term accommodations.
IHG Says It’s Winning Hotels From Rival Brands
IHG’s conversion machine is firing in the Americas, but its growth story ultimately depends on a pipeline to the east of Europe that had a difficult Q3.
Edie Rodriguez Named Transcend Cruises CEO
Transcend Cruises has announced the appointment of Edie Rodriguez as chief executive officer and a member of the board of directors, replacing Gregg Marston. She will lead Transcend Cruises’ strategic direction, brand development and continued growth, with a focus on delivering distinctive, immersive guest experiences…
Saudi Strikes Spill Over Into Gulf Tourism, Operators Say
Houthi strikes are measurably cutting Saudi demand, but the UAE’s damage so far shows up in operator sentiment and forward bookings more than in the data. The winter season will test whether travelers view the Gulf as a single risk.
American Express–Airbnb Partnership: What It Means for Hoteliers
American Express’ partnership with Airbnb brings more than one million rental listings to Amex Travel, placing them alongside—but not within—Fine Hotels + Resorts® and The Hotel Collection. Most notably for hoteliers, eligible Airbnb Luxe stays now qualify for the Platinum Card’s renamed $600 Lodging Credit, bringing…
Looking After The Box (The Series) – By Lionel Anidjar
Lionel Anidjar has launched 'Looking After The Box,' a new series aimed at providing hospitality professionals with guidance and perspectives on optimizing hotel operations and asset performance.
Read the Meter – By Terence Ronson
Terence Ronson argues that hotels must develop “token literacy” to manage the true cost of AI. Because every prompt, response, recalled conversation and model action adds to the bill, headline token prices reveal little about an AI system’s real operating cost.
Cultural, Creative and Connected – SpaceInvader on the design for new Hilton Bankside rooms
Hotel Designs Cultural, Creative and Connected – SpaceInvader on the design for new Hilton Bankside rooms Cultural, Creative and Connected – SpaceInvader on the design for new Hilton Bankside rooms Pauline Brettell.
A World for Travel in Paris, 29-30 October 2026
Geopolitics, climate, investment and AI take centre stage as global tourism leaders convene at A World for Travel in Paris, 29–30 October 2026.
Why wellness is your hotel’s most important new booking driver
With wellness tourism growing at 14.5% annually and spa-enabled hotels generating 108% higher TRevPAR, operators are urged to integrate wellness into booking strategy, not treat it as a cost centre.
Under Canvas to Open First New Mexico Camp in Santa Fe in 2027
SANTA FE, N.M.—Under Canvas, the leader in upscale, outdoor hospitality, announced that Under Canvas Santa Fe will open in April of 2027, marking the brand’s first location in New Mexico and its 18th property within the portfolio. Set across 640 acres of rolling high desert outside Santa Fe, the new camp offers a…
Accor opens the Raffles The Red Sea on Shura Island
Raffles has opened its first resort on the Saudi Red Sea coast. Announced on 14 October by developer Red Sea Global, the opening of Raffles The Red Sea adds 168 keys to the destination's luxury offering. Accor sees the region as a major growth driver for the group's luxury brands.
Gaylord National Resort Announces Activation of Major Rooftop Solar Installation
NATIONAL HARBOR, MD.—As organizations around the world observed World Energy Saving Day on October 21, Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center celebrated a major sustainability milestone with the full activation of a rooftop solar installation spanning approximately 3.5 acres atop the resort’s convention center.…
Inside Kalibri’s Q3 2026 Hotel Performance Update
Hotel performance through early October 2026 has stayed resilient Read More The post Inside Kalibri’s Q3 2026 Hotel Performance Update appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.
U.S. Hotel Performance Rises for Week Ending Oct. 17
National hotel occupancy, average daily rate and RevPAR rose year over year, while Detroit and San Diego posted notable market gains.
dailypoint launches free and anonymous AI Readiness Check for hotels
dailypoint's free 18-question AI Readiness Check helps hotels assess their data foundations, citing research showing only 13% of hotel chains achieve measurable ROI from AI despite 91% adoption.
How Hotel Work Changes as Software Becomes an AI Teammate, AI Travel Agents Carry a Hidden Token Cost, 40 AI Trip Planners Mapped
Thursday brought a World Panel viewpoint on how hotel work changes as software tools become AI teammates, Terence Ronson on the hidden token cost of AI travel agents that hotels should expect to see migrate into commissions, and Martin Soler's map of 40 AI trip planning products. Hilton's Pay wit...
Web Exclusive: Designing hotels for the senses
Insights from Studio RYS' Lisa A. Haude Read More The post Web Exclusive: Designing hotels for the senses appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.
Oyo Parent Prism Halves IPO Size, Leaving More Debt to Be Repaid From Cash Flow
A smaller IPO is being sold as a sign of strength, but Prism may simply be playing it safe. After two abandoned IPO attempts, a smaller raise could mean it doubts demand at its old valuation, or just wants a smoother sale.
CoStar: U.S. Hotel Industry Reports Positive Year-Over-Year Comparisons
ARLINGTON, Virginia—The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through October 17. U.S. Hotel PerformanceOctober 11-October 17, 2026 Among the top 25 markets, Detroit, Michigan, saw the largest increases in occupancy (up 12.2 percent to 74.1 percent) and…
Indian Hotels raises guidance on the back of a strong first half 2026/2027
IHCL CEO Puneet Chhatwal, at the helm of India's largest hospitality company, had every reason to be proud as he unveiled record half-year results, marking an 18th consecutive record quarter. The group's strategy is paying off, and full-year results are set to beat expectations.
Hope’s Windows HighlightsSlightLine175 Series
JAMESTOWN, N.Y.—Hope’s Windows, Inc., the nation’s leading name in custom hot-rolled steel and solid bronze window and door systems, highlights its SlightLine175 Series for architectural projects requiring narrow sightlines, expansive glass areas and structural strength. The series combines slender hot-rolled steel…
LX Hausys America Releases 2026 Sustainability Report
ALPHARETTA, GA.—LX Hausys America Inc., an innovative manufacturer of building and decorative materials, highlighted key findings from the 2026 Sustainability Report published by its parent company LX Hausys Co., Ltd. The report outlines the company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy, goals and…
Hilton offers loyalty members option to pay with points during digital checkout
Pay with Points allows Hilton Honors members to apply loyalty points toward their bill during digital checkout, a first for a major hotel brand, Hilton claims.
Crerar Hotels collection on the market for £90 million
Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: London-based private equity firm Blantyre Capital has put its 10-property Crerar Hotel portfolio up for sale The post Crerar Hotels collection on the market for £90 million appeared first on Boutique Hotel News.
When Local Laws Threaten a Winery’s Bottom Line
As wineries increasingly rely on tastings, events, and other hospitality experiences to drive revenue, restrictive local zoning laws and costly legal battles are forcing producers to rethink how they operate
Medical Wellness and the New Guest Expectation in Hospitality
Medical wellness is entering luxury hospitality through assessments, body composition scans, and AI-guided fitness, shifting wellness from amenity to a personalized, prevention-focused revenue opportunity.
IHCL Is Racing Past Its 2030 Goal of 700 Hotels. Now It Needs a Bigger Number
Hitting its 2030 target years ahead of schedule is a clear sign that India’s branded hotel market is moving faster than expected. The bigger question now is whether quality can keep pace when a brand like Ginger doubles its footprint so quickly.
Wyndham posts Q3 US RevPAR gains amid ‘healthier’ demand trends
The company also saw its global system size and development pipeline grow year over year in the third quarter, with continued momentum expected for the remainder of 2026.
Cloudbeds brings hotel outlets onto its unified platform with new POS
Cloudbeds launches a native mobile POS connecting hotel restaurants, bars, spas and shops to its core platform, enabling direct folio posting, unified reporting and offline order-taking.
Versonix Expands Seaware Booking Platform to All 3 NCLH Brands
Versonix has announced the expansion of its relationship with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), whose brands will adopt and upgrade its Seaware reservation platform. As part of the expanded deal, Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Oceania Cruises will adopt the platform, while Norwegian Cruise Line will upgrade to its…
Massive Coffee Variety Trial Reveals Yield and Leaf Rust Winners
The coffee industry’s largest coordinated field trial has found that recently bred arabica varieties generally provided higher yields and greater resistance to coffee leaf rust than traditional pure-arabica varieties, while...
Cordoba: the natural beauty of non-PVC woven textiles
Hotel Designs Cordoba: the natural beauty of non-PVC woven textiles Cordoba: the natural beauty of non-PVC woven textiles Sienna Shipton.
Weber Workshops Launches Thoroughly Redesigned EG-1 Grinder
High-end specialty coffee equipment maker Weber Workshops has unveiled a top-to-bottom internal redesign of its flagship single-dose electric grinder, the EG-1. While maintaining the overall aesthetic, footprint and core platform...
Wyndham’s U.S. RevPAR rises 6% in Q3
Company raises full-year outlook Read More The post Wyndham’s U.S. RevPAR rises 6% in Q3 appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.
HB on the Scene: Avendra, Aramark expand culinary innovation strategy
Event highlights culinary expertise, procurement intelligence and technology Read More The post HB on the Scene: Avendra, Aramark expand culinary innovation strategy appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.
Investment Volumes Fall in Germany
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Skift Global Forum 2026: 7 Insights From Travel Industry Leaders
The travel industry is racing to embrace AI, but still struggling with fundamental questions of trust, coordination, and commercial returns. We surveyed executives at Skift Global Forum 2026 to understand where the industry sees opportunity and where its biggest concerns lie.
The AI Travel Planner Market Map
The author maps 40 AI trip planning products across four categories and questions whether AI will transform travel booking or simply replicate the transactional convenience of OTAs.
Carnival Unveils ‘The Next Course’ Culinary Strategy
Carnival Cruise Line is embarking on the next phase of its culinary evolution with “The Next Course,” a program introducing new restaurants, bars, menus and dining services across its fleet. Juan Fernandez, Carnival’s vice president of food and beverage, said the initiative combines innovations aboard upcoming…
Sea Spirit: Available for Sale or Charter Starting in 2028
The Sea Spirit is available for sale or charter starting in October 2028, according to SunStone Ships’ website. Having completed 35 years of service in 2026, the 114-passenger vessel is currently sailing for Poseidon Expeditions as part of a long-term charter agreement. Originally part of Renaissance Cruises’ original…
Hoteza Receives EcoVadis Committed Badge, Strengthening Its Commitment to Sustainable Hospitality
Hoteza earned the EcoVadis Committed Badge and outlines how its digital guest journey tools can help hotels reduce paper use, support energy efficiency, and promote sustainable guest behaviors.
If Love Will Tear Us Apart, Good Music Will Keep Us Together: Simone Puorto’s new book on Ian Curtis and Joy Division launches in Curtis’s hometown on 26 October
Italian writer Simone Puorto launches a new book on Ian Curtis and Joy Division in Macclesfield on 26 October 2026, exploring pilgrimage and cultural afterlife around the late singer.
Four New APAC Hotels in the Pipeline
Four upcoming five-star hotels across APAC, from Queensland to Kathmandu, are in the pipeline The post Four New APAC Hotels in the Pipeline appeared first on THP News.
Airbnb Can Now Be Booked Through Amex Travel in Its Deepest Loyalty Tie-Up Yet
By putting its search inside Amex Travel, and letting Amex's premium cardholders spend lodging credits on Airbnb Luxe, Airbnb boosts its high-end inventory and looks a lot more like a conventional lodging supplier than it ever has.
PriceLabs Research: Independent Hotels Face Growing Short-Term Rental Competition
CHICAGO, Illinois—New research from PriceLabs highlighted how fluid the line between hotels and short-term rentals has become for travelers. Eight in 10 guests who stayed at a B&B, inn or small hotel said they would consider a short-term rental instead if the price was right. PriceLabs surveyed over 1,000 travelers…
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Reports Q3 2026 Results
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey—Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced its third-quarter 2026 results. Highlights include: Statement From Leadership “Our third quarter results demonstrate our team’s continued execution and the strength of Wyndham’s asset-light, highly cash-generative business model,” said Geoff Ballotti, president…
Fred. Olsen Sets Record for Sales for 2028 Program
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines had the strongest trading day in its history after launching its 2028 cruise program, the second time this year it has broken its own record, the company said in a press release. “The response to our new 2028 cruise program has been exceptional, with demand exceeding our expectations and…
Corazul Delays Buenavista Maiden Season to October 30
Corazul Cruceros’ maiden season will start slightly later than planned, with the Buenavista now scheduled to depart on its first cruise on October 30, 2026. The Spanish startup cruise line will launch service in South America, initially offering short cruises to Brazilian destinations. Previous plans called for the…
Hub by Premier Inn launches hotel mobile key rollout
The move marks the first phase of a rollout across more than 850 Premier Inn locations in the UK and Germany
Thurgau Travel Readies the Avanti for 2027 and the Arva for 2028
Thurgau Travel is in the middle of the most ambitious fleet renewal in its history, with the five-star Thurgau Avanti due to sail in May 2027 and the newly announced Thurgau Arva set to follow in summer 2028. “With the Thurgau Avanti we are realizing a ship that combines the most comfort, style and technology...
Bookings Open for Mein Schiff Flow’s 2027-28 Winter Season in Germany
TUI Cruises has announced that in winter 2027-28, Mein Schiff Flow will offer round-trip cruises from Germany in its second winter season. Bookings are now open for the season. The ship will sail in Western Europe, along the Norwegian coast and in the Baltic, before embarking on a voyage to the Caribbean in February.…
Phoenix Reisen Adds Oceania’s Insignia as the Alvara
Phoenix Reisen has confirmed that it will add the Insignia to its fleet, with the ship set to begin sailing for the Bonn-based operator as the Alvara in November 2027. Built in 1998, the 700-guest vessel currently sails for Oceania Cruises. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The ship is scheduled to arrive at...
Helsinki Shipyard: Door Open to Expedition Cruise Ships
Helsinki Shipyard is suddenly busy with icebreakers and defense vessels, but it is keeping the door open to expedition cruise ships. The expertise behind its icebreaker business is also what makes it attractive to expedition operators. The yard was recently selected to build Finland’s newest icebreaker, the Aino,…
QM2’s 500th Trans-Atlantic Crossing Highlights Cunard’s 2028-29 Season
Cunard has unveiled its itineraries for the 2028-29 winter, spanning 93 voyages between October 2028 and May 2029. According to a press release, the season will be highlighted by the 500th trans-Atlantic crossing on the Queen Mary 2 and a South America voyage on the Queen Anne. The cruise program includes visits to…
Pandox sells seven Nordic hotels and refocuses on central Copenhagen
The Swedish property company is selling seven hotels in Denmark and Sweden, 1,248 rooms, for around 2.1 billion Swedish kronor, nearly €189 million. Pandox is reducing its debt and keeping in Denmark only its central Copenhagen addresses.
Carnival Freedom Makes Maiden Call to Valletta
The Carnival Freedom recently made its maiden visit to the Valletta Cruise Port, according to a social media update. Offering an eight-night cruise to the Western Mediterranean, the Carnival Cruise Line vessel arrived in Malta for the first time on Oct. 15, 2026. A special welcome ceremony was held onboard to mark the…
BTG Hotels and Kempinski Group Hold High-Level Talks to Deepen Strategic Partnership and Foster Mutual Growth
BTG Hotels and Kempinski reaffirmed their partnership through high-level talks, agreeing to deepen cooperation via joint venture Key International and expand both brands into overseas markets.
Marriott Marble Arch completes multi-million-pound refurbishment
The 247-room property has upgraded its M&E facilities and fitness centre to target the post-pandemic recovery
Carnival Firenze Embarks on Series of Adults-Only Cruises
The Carnival Firenze is currently operating a series of adults-only sailings on the West Coast as part of Carnival Cruise Line’s SEA Cruises initiative. Only available for passengers who are 21 years of age or older, the cruises cater to gamblers, with a series of gaming-focused activities and initiatives. Four SEA…
Corinthia stakes its claim on Grace Bay’s last undeveloped beachfront
Hotel Designs Corinthia stakes its claim on Grace Bay’s last undeveloped beachfront Corinthia stakes its claim on Grace Bay’s last undeveloped beachfront Sienna Shipton.
What’s keeping hospitality leaders up at night?
Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Central London Alliance hosted its annual Business Summit, bringing together business leaders, policymakers, and innovators to examine the forces shaping the London’s future. The post What’s keeping hospitality leaders up at night? appeared first on Boutique Hotel News.
The Network Nobody Notices: Why Guest Connectivity Is the Foundation of the Guest Journey
Hoteza argues that hotel guest Wi-Fi is the critical foundation of all digital guest touchpoints, sharing scale metrics and two recurring failure patterns across its 52,000+ concurrent session network.
HFTP Announces Brand New Event for February 2027: Hospitality AI Exchange
HFTP's AI Collective will host a two-day conference on February 2-3, 2027 in Dallas covering AI governance, intellectual property, security risks, and practical adoption for hospitality leaders.
L’Occitane en Provence presents hotel amenities offer
Rooted in 50 years of Haute-Provence savoir-faire, L’Occitane en Provence craft a world of refined hospitality and sensorial excellence with […] The post L’Occitane en Provence presents hotel amenities offer appeared first on Sleeper.
Global Hotel Alliance adds Far East Hospitality
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAsia-Pacific: The Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) has added Far East Hospitality to its portfolio, bringing 26 hotels and serviced residences into GHA. The post Global Hotel Alliance adds Far East Hospitality appeared first on Boutique Hotel News.
Mandarin Oriental launches MO.RE sustainability platform
The initiative includes climate-risk profiles for individual hotels, improved tracking of value-chain emissions and a pathway toward net zero by 2050.
Rodolphe Parente envisions Experimental Roma
Experimental has announced the opening of its new Roman address, a vibrant and cinematic hotel designed to embody a contemporary […] The post Rodolphe Parente envisions Experimental Roma appeared first on Sleeper.
The Meter Starts Before Hello
AI-powered travel agents carry a hidden token cost per booking that investors currently absorb, but hotels should expect that cost to migrate into commissions or fees as platforms seek sustainable economics.
Who is buying and selling hotels, and why?
Reading Time: 2 minutesBoutique Hotel News held its latest Feed Your Mind hotelier breakfast in partnership with AHV Associates, hosted at the House of Lords. The post Who is buying and selling hotels, and why? appeared first on Boutique Hotel News.
Pan Pacific Hotels Group Continues Version 2.0 Momentum
PPHG has transformed over half its portfolio since 2020 and plans 10 new-build and major renovation projects across Southeast Asia by 2027, extending its Pan Pacific and PARKROYAL brands into Bangkok, Phnom Penh, Hanoi, Manila, and Jakarta.
Introducing Naetive, the First Brand from Experiential Hospitality Group
Experiential Hospitality Group launches Naetive, a new lodge brand centered on place-led exploration and biocultural conservation, with its first property set to open in December 2027.
Drawing on a McKinsey explainer, this piece introduces "token literacy" for hoteliers, explaining how AI billing works and why spend can nearly quadruple from pilot to portfolio rollout.
Drawing on a McKinsey explainer, this piece introduces "token literacy" for hoteliers, explaining how AI billing works and why spend can nearly quadruple from pilot to portfolio rollout.
HSMAI MEA presents a performance-driven programme for the 9th annual Commercial Strategy Conference in Dubai
HSMAI MEA's 9th Commercial Strategy Conference runs 17-18 November 2026 at Conrad Dubai, featuring 40 sessions, 65+ speakers, and new tracks on women in hospitality, independent hotels, and Africa's hotel community.
In conversation with: Paul Glade – the Creative Director behind Fowlescombe Farm
Hotel Designs In conversation with: Paul Glade – the Creative Director behind Fowlescombe Farm In conversation with: Paul Glade – the Creative Director behind Fowlescombe Farm Pauline Brettell.
All My Gods, the biker-themed dive bar on Paradise Row opened by Simo Simpson, Jack Wallis, Chris Tanner and Roxy Velvet is to close, it has been announced.
All My Gods, the biker-themed dive bar on Paradise Row opened by Simo Simpson, Jack Wallis, Chris Tanner and Roxy Velvet is to close, it has been announced.
Max and Noel Venning to open Berryman’s
Max and Noel Venning will open Berryman’s, a new Martini, wine and oyster bar in Dalston this November.
The Garrick team to open new Belfast venue The Side Bar
The team behind Belfast favourite The Garrick will open new venue The Side Bar in the city tomorrow (Friday 23 October).
Meta Calls Travel ‘a Top Use Case’ for Muse — and Zuck Wants a Cut
Meta already influences where people want to go. Its AI agent is primed to help it take a cut when they book.
Yotel Plans Upscale Brand and YotelAir in City Centers as It Targets 100 Hotels: Exclusive
Yotel is stretching both ways at once as it looks to build a posher Yotel on top, and city-center pods at the bottom. That would let it pitch to almost every budget, all under Hilton’s roof.