Guestroom at the Mumian Shanghai Expo Hotel – Image Credit Hyatt    Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Mumian Shanghai Expo, marking the introduction of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt in Shanghai, China. Hyatt Hotels Corporation, in collaboration with Shenzhen Yuen Kai Hotel Management Co., Ltd., has opened Mumian Shanghai Expo. This development marks […]

Anthony Fabiano – Image Credit Hilton    Anthony Fabiano has been appointed as the hotel manager of Waldorf Astoria Orlando, responsible for overseeing daily operations and enhancing service delivery. Anthony Fabiano has been appointed as the hotel manager of Waldorf Astoria Orlando. In his new role, Fabiano will manage the hotel’s daily operations, focusing on service […]

The Sun Rose West Hollywood Hotel    The Sun Rose West Hollywood, a 149-room hotel located at 8430 W Sunset Blvd, is set to open on August 1, 2025, with expanded dining, wellness, and entertainment offerings. The Sun Rose West Hollywood, located at 8430 W Sunset Blvd, is scheduled to open on August 1, 2025. The […]

Rendering of the Mandarin Oriental, Xi’an Resort – Image Credit Mandarin Oriental    Mandarin Oriental has announced plans to open a new urban resort in Xi’an, China, in 2029. The development is part of a management agreement and will be the company’s first urban resort in Northwestern China. The resort will be situated in Xi’an, a […]

Hotel Loyalty Programs Face Challenges Amid ‘Points Fatigue’ and AI Transformation, According to Accenture – Image Credit Accenture    A significant portion of hotel loyalty members express dissatisfaction with current programs, citing a lack of perceived value. Generative AI is emerging as a tool to enhance personalization and engagement in loyalty programs, appealing particularly […]

Courtyard Basking Ridge Hotel – Image Credit JLL    The Courtyard Basking Ridge Hotel, a 235-room property located in New Jersey, is up for sale, presenting a rare investment opportunity with significant potential for growth and value addition. The Courtyard Basking Ridge Hotel, a 235-room property situated on 19.68 acres, is now listed for sale. The […]

Secrets Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa – Image Credit Hyatt    Hyatt Hotels Corporation has opened the Secrets Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa, an adults-only, all-inclusive resort in Miches, Dominican Republic. Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Secrets Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa, located in Miches, Dominican Republic. The resort is part of Hyatt’s […]

Image Credit Hotel Burg    Hotel Burg has opened a 39-room boutique hotel on King Street in Leesburg, Virginia. Hotel Burg has officially opened its doors in Leesburg, Virginia, offering a new boutique hotel experience in the heart of Loudoun County. The property, located on King Street, features 39 guest rooms, including eight suites. The hotel […]

Southwest Airlines Appoints Doug Brooks as Board Chair – Image Credit Unsplash    Southwest Airlines Co. has announced changes in its board leadership and governance structure. Doug Brooks has been appointed as the new independent Chair of the Board, effective August 1, 2025. This appointment follows Rakesh Gangwal’s decision to step down from his role as […]

Daven Wardynski – Image Credit Omni Hotels    Omni Hotels & Resorts has appointed Daven Wardynski as Vice President of Food & Beverage, overseeing culinary operations across its properties. Omni Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Daven Wardynski as Vice President of Food & Beverage. In this role, Wardynski will manage culinary operations and […]