Sheraton Boston – Image Credit Marriott International    Sheraton Boston has completed a $100 million renovation in conjunction with its 60th anniversary, led by Hawkins Way Capital and Battery Global Advisors. Hawkins Way Capital, in partnership with Battery Global Advisors, has announced the completion of a $100 million renovation project at the Sheraton Boston. The renovation […]

Canopy by Hilton Toronto Yorkville – Lobby – Image Credit Hilton    Hilton has opened its 200th hotel in Canada, with more than 100 additional properties in development across the country. Hilton has announced the opening of its 200th hotel in Canada, marking a significant expansion of its presence in the country. The company has nearly […]

Is VoIP a Security Risk Hiding in Plain Sight for NYC? – Image Credit Kings III    VoIP is widely used as a replacement for landlines across NYC/NJ, but when applied to emergency phones, it introduces cybersecurity and liability risks.  Cellular keeps emergency communication separate, reliable, and compliant, even during outages.  […]

HOTREC Releases Vision Paper: Towards a Sustainable Tourism Strategy – Image Credit HOTREC    HOTREC’s Vision Paper Towards a Sustainable Tourism Strategy, sets out how the EU can best support Europe’s hospitality and tourism ecosystem in the years ahead. The hospitality sector is the backbone of Europe’s tourism economy: 2 million businesses – 90% of them […]

IHCL Announces New Hotel in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir – Image Credit IHCL    Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has signed an agreement to open a 64-key hotel under the Gateway brand in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has announced the signing of a new hotel in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The project, which […]

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Floresville, TX – Image Credit HVS    The Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Floresville, Texas, presents a strategic investment opportunity in a robust oil and gas market, priced below replacement cost. The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Floresville, situated 35 miles southeast of San Antonio, Texas, is currently for sale. […]

CHE and Hestia IM acquire Les Cures Marines in Trouville-sur-Mer, France – Image Credit Accor    A summary of European hotel transactions provided by HVS Bernard Arnault acquires Hôtel Cap-Estel in Èze on the French Riviera LVMH founder Bernard Arnault, through his family holding company Financière Agache, has acquired the luxury 20-room Hôtel Cap-Estel in Èze, […]

Image Credit La Bahia Hotel & Spa    La Bahia Hotel & Spa has opened in Santa Cruz, California, marking the city’s first luxury hotel. La Bahia Hotel & Spa has officially opened in Santa Cruz, California, becoming the first luxury hotel in the area. The hotel is situated at Main Beach, where Monterey Bay meets […]

IHG Signs Six Voco Hotels in Mexico for 2027 Opening – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts    IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed agreements to open six voco hotels in Mexico by 2027, adding 848 rooms across key commercial markets. IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of six new voco hotels in Mexico, […]

U.S. Hotel Industry Faces Challenges Amid Government Layoffs and Travel Decline – Image Credit Unsplash+    Hotel revenue managers adjust expectations due to decreased government and international travel. In early 2025, the hotel industry anticipated strong performance compared to the previous year. Initial months showed promise, but a downturn soon followed. Mark George, senior vice president […]