The Evolution of DMOs: From Marketing to Management in a Data-Driven Era – Image Credit Unsplash    The DMO has evolved significantly in the last three to five years. What originated as destination marketing organizations have become destination management organizations. And this isn’t just a name change. These were initially born as independent entities. Now they’ve […]

Image Credit Accenture    Global Study Reveals Over One-Third of AI Users Consider It a ‘Good Friend’ The integration of generative AI (gen AI) into consumer lives is reshaping their relationships with brands, transitioning from mere tools to trusted advisors and even “good friends.” A comprehensive global study by Accenture involving 18,000 participants across 14 countries […]

Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport Hotel – Image Credit Acre NY Realty    Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport Hotel – Image Credit Acre NY Realty    The Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport, part of a new mixed-use development, has officially opened at 35-32 Leavitt Street in Flushing, Queens. The newly opened Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport marks a significant development in […]

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa – Image Credit Hard Rock    Hard Rock International will open the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa on July 3, 2025, marking its first fully integrated resort in Canada. Hard Rock International announced the opening of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa, scheduled for July 3, 2025, at […]

Image Credit Aspen Street Lodge    Around the world, entrepreneurs who cut their teeth managing high-end vacation homes are now scaling new heights in hospitality by developing intimate hotels and branded residences. It’s a trend fueled by surging demand for experiential travel and lifestyle-driven stays, especially in elite destinations such as Aspen, Vail, and Park City. […]

Unlock the Summer Surge: Hotel Campaigns That Convert – Image Credit The Hotels Network    Capture early summer demand with personalized website campaigns tailored to drive more direct bookings Summer is heating up, and so is travel. With international tourism reaching 1.4 billion travelers in 2024, up 11% from the year before, hotels have a golden […]

Employers Advised to Prepare Now for Government Fraud Detection Site Visits – By Frances P. Rayer and Kelli Natrin – Image Credit Unsplash+    Employers who employ H-1B, L-1, R-1 foreign nationals, or are pursuing EB-5 immigrant investor program visas should prepare for the likelihood of an unannounced site visit by the government. The USCIS Fraud […]

Image Credit Direct Booking Summit    Discover key insights from the Direct Booking Summit in Dallas to enhance your hotel’s marketing, ecommerce, and revenue strategies. From inspiring hotelier presentations to expert tips from industry leaders, the Direct Booking Summit in Dallas delivered a ton of valuable insights. Speakers shared recurring themes, smart ideas, and practical strategies to […]

EventCamp Flashback: The History of the Must-Attend Conference for Hospitality Professionals – Image Credit Tripleseat    EventCamp, Tripleseat’s flagship conference, isn’t just an industry event—it’s a pivotal gathering that has shaped the careers of hospitality sales and event management professionals for eight successful years. In 2025, as we celebrate this significant milestone, EventCamp will continue to […]

avid hotel Coralville – Iowa City – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts    avid hotels by IHG has opened its 80th hotel, located in Coralville, Iowa, marking a significant expansion milestone for the brand. avid hotels by IHG has officially opened its 80th property, the avid hotel Coralville – Iowa City. The hotel, owned by […]