DerbySoft Announces Strategic Partnership with XanderPay to Expand Payment Options for Exchange Partners    DerbySoft, a leading provider of high-performance distribution solutions for the travel industry, today announced a strategic partnership with XanderPay, a fintech pioneer transforming how hotel brands manage B2B payments and reconciliation. Through this collaboration, current DerbySoft Exchange partners can now access flexible […]

KOKO HOTELS Nihonbashi Hamacho – Image Credit KOKO HOTELS    Polaris Holdings Co., Ltd. and Minacia Co., Ltd. have consolidated their hotel brands into KOKO HOTELS, now operating 63 properties across Japan. Polaris Holdings Co., Ltd. and Minacia Co., Ltd., which merged in December 2024, have announced the integration of their hotel brands into a single […]

U.S. Hotel Construction Decline Continues for Ninth Month – Image Credit Unsplash    U.S. hotel room construction has decreased for the ninth consecutive month, reflecting ongoing industry challenges. High building costs and economic uncertainty are slowing new hotel developments, although some activity persists. The U.S. hotel industry is experiencing a continued decline in […]

Guestroom at the Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin – Image Credit Rosewood Hotels    Rosewood Hotels & Resorts will open its first winter resort, Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin, in the French Alps this December. Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is set to open Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin in the French Alps this December. This marks […]

Hilton Lopud Beach Resort & Spa – Image Credit Hilton    Hilton has signed an agreement to open the Hilton Lopud Beach Resort & Spa on Lopud Island, Croatia, in 2027. Hilton has announced plans to expand its presence in Croatia with the signing of Hilton Lopud Beach Resort & Spa. The new resort will be […]

Barbara Biffi Joins Kempinski Hotels as Chief Brand Officer – Image Credit Kempinski    Kempinski Hotels has appointed Barbara Biffi as Chief Brand Officer to lead its brand and marketing strategy. Kempinski Hotels has announced the appointment of Barbara Biffi as its new Chief Brand Officer. In this newly created role, Biffi will oversee the transformation […]

U.S. Hotel Industry Faces Uncertainty but Eyes Strategic Growth in 2026 – Image Credit Unsplash+    Economic Uncertainty Challenges the Hospitality Sector The hospitality industry has been grappling with significant uncertainty throughout the year, primarily due to fluctuating international travel trends and rising costs of materials and food. Hotel executives at The Lodging Conference highlighted the […]

Restricted Appraisal Vs. Standard Appraisal: Understanding the Differences – By Brian Bisema – Image Credit Unsplash+    USPAP outlines two appraisal report formats: restricted and standard. The key difference lies in detail—restricted reports are concise, while standard reports offer thorough explanations. Choosing the right format depends on several factors, and an appraisal expert can help you […]

Novotel London Greenwich – Image Credit JLL    The Novotel London Greenwich hotel, featuring 151 rooms, is listed for sale with vacant possession, offering potential for rebranding and operational improvements. The Novotel London Greenwich is a 151-bedroom hotel available for purchase. The property is freehold and was built in 2005. It covers a gross building area […]

Google’s AI Search Shift Deals Massive Blow to Hospitality Industry – Image Credit Unsplash+    An analysis by Tank demonstrates Google’s recent shift to AI-powered search features, including AI Overviews and AI Mode, is reshaping how users find information online. This change has led to a notable decrease in organic traffic for several industries, with the […]