Rendering of the Tempo by Hilton Riyadh Al Narjis – Image Credit Hilton    Hilton has announced it has surpassed 100 hotels in operation and development in Saudi Arabia, with a total owner investment of $8 billion. Hilton has reported reaching a significant milestone in its expansion across Saudi Arabia, with more than 100 hotels now […]

Mews Expands AI Capabilities with DataChat Acquisition    Mews has acquired DataChat, a U.S.-based AI company, to advance its development of autonomous systems in the hospitality sector. Mews, a company focusing on operating systems for hospitality and shared spaces, has announced the acquisition of DataChat, an artificial intelligence firm based in the United States. This acquisition […]

IHCL to Develop Taj Hotel in Pondicherry, India – Image Credit IHCL    Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has signed an agreement to develop a Taj hotel in Pondicherry. The project will be constructed on a greenfield site and is set to expand the company’s presence in the region. The planned Taj Pondicherry will be situated on […]

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco – Image Credit Marriott International    The Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco has affiliated with Marriott, with plans to renovate and rebrand as Marriott Redwood Shores by 2027. The Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco has officially joined the Marriott portfolio as of October 2025. The hotel, located in Redwood Shores, California, […]

2025 HFTP Annual Convention Showcases the Best of the Association: Professional Education, Leadership, and Networking – Image Credit HFTP    The Annual Convention was held October 22-24 at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando, Fla., with 465 professionals attending. Last week, Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) hosted its signature education and membership event, the HFTP […]

Image Credit Avalara    A recent survey by Avalara has highlighted significant challenges U.S. lodging operators face in maintaining compliance with complex, evolving tax regulations. The survey, which included 500 participants from the hotel and short-term rental sectors, reveals a landscape of uncertainty and the need for more effective compliance tools. Operators Overwhelmed by Growing Regulation […]

W Hoboken Hotel – Image Credit Marriott International    W Hoboken Hotel – Image Credit Marriott International    W Hoboken Hotel – Image Credit Marriott International    W Hotels has completed the renovation of W Hoboken, featuring redesigned spaces and a new Living Room area. W Hotels has announced the completion of its renovation project at W Hoboken, […]

Economic Pressures and Family Duties Shape Holiday Travel in 2025, Survey Shows – Image Credit Upgraded Points    A recent survey by Upgraded Points highlights how economic factors and family obligations are influencing American travel plans for the 2025 holiday season. Upgraded Points, a travel analysis firm, conducted a comprehensive survey of over 2,300 U.S. adults […]

AHLA Names 2025’s Top General Managers at the Hospitality Show – Image Credit AHLA    GM Awards Spotlight Best-in-Class General Managers Driving Exceptional Guest Experiences & Employee Satisfaction The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced its 2025 General Managers of the Year Awards during The Hospitality Show in Denver, Colorado. The awards recognized general managers going […]

BCD Travel’s Survey Highlights Cost-Containment Strategies in Travel Supplier Management – Image Credit BCD Travel    BCD Travel’s latest survey of 132 global travel buyers highlights the critical role of cost containment in managing travel suppliers. The report underscores the importance of strategies like supplier consolidation, contract renegotiation, and the potential of AI and automation in […]