HVS Market Report: Galveston’s Lodging Sector Evolves with Cruise Growth, Supply Changes, and Regulatory Shifts – Image Credit Pexels Galveston’s lodging market is being reshaped by capital investments and regulatory changes. Since 2019, more than $400 million has been spent on new cruise terminals, resort redevelopments, and boutique hotel conversions, while cruise passenger counts reached […]
Why A Hospitality AI-Powered CXP is the Next Step for Guest Satisfaction – Image Credit TrustYou Hospitality is all about anticipating guest needs, responding with care, and leaving a lasting impression. But in 2025, that no longer happens just at the front desk or in the lobby. In fact, it happens across hundreds of digital […]
The Oasis tour and Wimbledon saw London’s hotel industry hit its highest average daily rate (ADR) and RevPAR on record, according to preliminary data from CoStar. The real estate data group found that July saw ADR hit a record £234.58, a rise of 2.4% year-on-year, while RevPAR hit £207.93, marking a rise of 3.3%. In […]
Marriott Vacation Club, Khao Lak Beach Resort – Image Credit Marriott International Marriott Vacation Clubs has opened a new resort in Khao Lak, Thailand, as part of its expansion in the Asia Pacific region, which also includes developments in Bali and an expanded call center in Shanghai. Marriott Vacation Clubs has opened the Marriott Vacation […]
New York City stood out with the highest occupancy rate among the Top 25 Markets, reaching 85.2% – Image Credit Hilton
U.S. hotel occupancy sees a slight dip, with New York City maintaining the highest levels.
Average daily rates remain stable, but revenue per room experiences a minor decrease.
The U.S. hotel […]
The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (WSHA) has announced the appointment of sustainability consultant Radhika Arapally as its senior strategic representative for the United Arab Emirates. The move marks an expansion of the Alliance’s presence in the Middle East and forms part of its wider goal to promote ‘Net Positive Hospitality’ – a model in which […]
Hotel Pricing in 2025: Key Takeaways for Hoteliers from H1 to H2 – By Joe Hanly – Image Credit Unsplash+ Economic uncertainty and shifting traveler habits reshaped hotel rates in early 2025. While most regions felt the pressure, a few notable markets managed to defy the trend. Key takeaways
Global hotel rates slowed […]
The welcoming warmth of The Grand When Adam Dyke, General Manager of The Grand, York, describes the ethos of the city’s only five-star hotel, he leans into two phrases that might not usually sit side by side: “No Fuss Five Star” and “Yorkshire hospitality.” In an industry often defined by formality and polish, Dyke champions […]
Rendering of Holiday Inn Express Generation 5 EXPRESS Café & Bar – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement to open a Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Gwalior, India, by early 2029. IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced a management agreement with Dutta Buildcon Pvt. Ltd. […]
Over 15,000 Hotels Participate in Legal Action Against Booking.com – Image Credit HOTREC More than 15,000 hotels across Europe have joined a collective action against Booking.com, alleging anti-competitive practices related to rate parity clauses. A collective legal action against Booking.com, supported by HOTREC and over 30 national hotel associations, has seen participation from more than […]
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