Ultimate Guide to OTA Sponsored Listings – By Daniel Foreman – Image Credit Lighthouse OTAs are sometimes thought of as a ‘necessary evil’, a booking channel to be tolerated until you can achieve a higher mix of direct bookings. The tough truth is that as an independent hotelier, at least some (if not a good […]
Rendering of the Kimpton Napa Hotel – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts Kimpton plans to open a new hotel in Napa Valley, California, in 2028, featuring 123 guest rooms across two buildings. Kimpton, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, has announced plans to open a new hotel in Napa Valley, California, by 2028. The […]
Hotel Monitor 2026: lobal Hotel Rates to Rise Modestly in 2026 Amid Economic Uncertainty – Image Credit Unsplash+ According to the Amex GBT 2026 Hotel Monitor, global hotel rates are projected to experience modest growth through 2026, influenced by geopolitical and economic factors across key business destinations. The global hotel industry is expected to experience […]
HSMAI Foundation Report: Transforming Sales Coaching with AI – Image Credit Unsplash+ The Role of AI in Sales Coaching The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in sales coaching is reshaping the hospitality industry by offering data-driven insights that enhance team performance and coaching quality. According to a Salesforce report, sales teams that utilize AI are […]
American Travelers Maintain Strong Interest in Leisure Trips Despite Financial Caution, According to Future Partners September Update – Image Credit Unsplash+ Despite a slight decline in travel spending sentiment, American travelers continue to show strong interest in leisure trips, with significant enthusiasm for upcoming events like the Route 66 Centennial and the FIFA World Cup. […]
W Hotels has reopened its New York Union Square property following a $100m (£74m) renovation of the 256-room site. The redevelopment of the Beaux-Arts building, originally completed in 1911, was led by architecture and design firm Rockwell Group, which was also behind the hotel’s original debut in 2001. The project marks part of a wider […]
Madrid Hotel Industry Sees Record August Performance Boosted by ESC Congress – Image Credit Unsplash
Madrid’s hotel industry recorded its highest August performance levels, driven by the ESC Congress.
Key metrics such as occupancy, average daily rate, and revenue per available room saw significant increases.
Madrid’s hotel industry achieved record performance levels […]
The Grange Hotel in Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, has reopened following a multi-million-pound refurbishment that has transformed its interiors while preserving the building’s historic façade. Located opposite Grange-over-Sands railway station, the hotel shares its Italianate style and materials with the station building, both designed by architect E.G. Paley for the Furness Railway Company. The renovated property now […]
UKHospitality (UKH) has welcomed proposals set out in the government’s interim report on business rates reform but warned that only the maximum possible discount on the rates multiplier will provide meaningful support for the sector. The report includes plans to amend small business rates relief and to address “cliff edges”, where bills rise sharply between […]
The Sutton Hotel Collection has announced that the Castle Hotel Windsor will undergo a £9.5m refurbishment, to be completed in 2026. The multi-phase transformation led by interior designers including 3DReid will start in November 2025 and see a full refresh of all bedrooms and suites across the hotel. The refurbishment will start with the Mews […]
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