U.S. Hotels Face Ongoing Challenges with International and Group Travel Recovery – Image Credit Unsplash+    Dan Kubacki of CoStar reports that the U.S. hotel industry continues to face challenges in recovering demand, particularly from international visitors and group travel segments. Despite some improvements, these areas have not returned to pre-pandemic levels, and recovery remains uncertain. […]

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) has announced a new marketing campaign inspired by the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign, aiming to enhance the city’s appeal as a travel destination. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) has unveiled a new marketing campaign centered on the iconic “Welcome to Fabulous Las […]

AI Revolutionizes European Tourism: A Study on Adoption and Challenges – Image Credit Unsplash+    The European Travel Commission (ETC) has released a comprehensive study on the adoption and impact of artificial intelligence (AI) within National Tourism Organisations (NTOs) across Europe. The findings reveal that AI is significantly influencing daily operations, particularly in marketing functions, while […]

Oracle Hospitality OPERA Cloud Selected By Accor for Global PMS – Image Credit Oracle Hospitality    Oracle Hospitality OPERA Cloud enables Accor to standardize its property management system across 110 countries, improving operational performance and delivering great guest experiences Oracle today announced that Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, is currently moving its global properties to […]

Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort (Source: Anantara)    The rise in global demand for outdoor lodging products has emerged as a key trend in travel, captivating the imagination of travellers seeking unique, immersive experiences in nature without compromising on comfort and, in many cases, luxury. So, what is outdoor lodging and why does it […]

Rendering of the Mandarin Oriental, Seoul – Image Credit Mandarin Oriental    Mandarin Oriental plans to open a new hotel in Seoul by 2030, marking its entry into the South Korean market. Mandarin Oriental has announced plans to open a hotel in Seoul, South Korea, by 2030. This development marks the company’s entry into the South […]

La Quinta Inn & Suites Charleston Riverview Hotel Listed for Sale – Image Credit CBRE    The La Quinta Inn & Suites Charleston Riverview is available for acquisition, offering potential buyers a strategic location and operational opportunities.. CBRE Hotels has announced the sale of the La Quinta Inn & Suites Charleston Riverview, a corporate-owned hotel located […]

Barak Hirschowitz, President, International Luxury Hotel Association – Image Credit International Luxury Hotel Association    The International Luxury Hotel Association (ILHA) will hold its 16th annual INSPIRE conferences in Prague and Las Vegas in 2024. The events will focus on trends in luxury hospitality, including innovation, wellness, and investment. The International Luxury Hotel […]

Accor Launches ALL Accor+ Loyalty Subscription Program – Image Credit Accor    Accor has introduced ALL Accor+, a global loyalty subscription program that consolidates its regional offerings into a unified platform, effective from October 2025. Accor has announced the launch of ALL Accor+, a global loyalty subscription program that unifies its existing regional subscription offerings under […]