New Hilton Curio Collection Hotel to Open Early 2026 in London’s Financial District – Image Credit Hilton    Lodging Econometrics (LE) has published its Q2 2025 Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report for Europe, indicating significant growth in the region’s hotel construction activities. As of the second quarter’s close, the total pipeline includes 1,690 projects and 248,972 […]

Choice Hotels International has announced the appointment of Aly El-Bassuni as the Senior Vice President of its Managed Hotels Division. In this new role, El-Bassuni will be responsible for overseeing the strategy and operations of Choice Hotels’ managed properties. His focus will be on optimizing performance and enhancing guest experiences. El-Bassuni brings over 30 years […]

How to Increase Hotel Bookings with Smarter Data Use – Image Credit TrustYou    Hoteliers today deal with rising OTA fees, scattered guest information, and marketing efforts that don’t always deliver the best returns. Yet there’s something many hotels already have, but rarely use to its full potential. Something with the power to deliver consistent ROI […]

Image Credit The Garden Hotel & Resort    The Garden Hotel & Resort in Fort Lauderdale will open in October 2025 following a renovation and rebranding. The Garden Hotel & Resort, previously known as the Royal Beach Palace, is set to open in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on October 1, 2025. The property has undergone significant renovations […]

Guestroom at the nhow Lima Hotel – Image Credit Minor Hotels    Minor Hotels has opened its first hotel in Peru, nhow Lima, marking a strategic expansion in the Americas. Minor Hotels has officially opened nhow Lima, its first property in Peru, as part of its regional expansion strategy. The hotel, which began operations on August […]

SiteMinder Deepens Support for Latin American Hotels with Mexico Office Launch – Image Credit SiteMinder    SiteMinder, the world’s leading hotel distribution and revenue platform, has opened a new office in Mexico, marking a significant expansion of its Latin American operations. The office serves as a strategic hub, strengthening SiteMinder’s presence across multiple countries at a […]

Hiren Prabhakar – Image Credit Fairmont Hotels    Fairmont Century Plaza has announced the appointment of Hiren Prabhakar as the new general manager of its Los Angeles property.  Prabhakar brings over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, having worked with several international hotel brands. His career includes roles at Oberoi Hotels & Resorts in […]

IHG Hotels & Resorts Launches Exclusive US Open Experience for Loyalty Members – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts    IHG Hotels & Resorts is offering a unique ‘Bed on the Baseline’ experience for its loyalty members at the US Open, including a breakfast on the court at Louis Armstrong Stadium. IHG Hotels & Resorts has […]

Brisbane Hotels Achieve Record Highs in July Amid Rugby Tour Surge – Image Credit Unsplash    Brisbane hotels experienced unprecedented room rates and revenue in July 2025, driven by major rugby events. The British and Irish Lions Tour significantly boosted hotel performance, with record metrics during key game nights. Brisbane’s hotel industry reached […]

Colliers Q2 2025 Canadian Hotel Investment Report – Image Credit Colliers    Colliers tracked nearly $1 billion in hotel sales YTD Q2 2025 led by major market transactions Highlights: Resilient Fundamentals: Strong operating performance and ample capital availability continue to drive hotel investment activity, with several transactions across key metro areas including Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and […]