New Pan Am Hotel Brand Targets Airport Accommodations – Image Credit Gemini    JP Hospitality has launched the Pan Am Hotel brand, aiming to establish a new category in airport accommodations with plans to open the first locations at European airports in 2028. JP Hospitality has announced the introduction of the Pan Am Hotel brand, which […]

Market Snapshot: Asia Pacific 2025 – Hotel Transactions and Performance Insights – Image Credit Unsplash+    Hok Yean CHEE of HVS reports that the Asia Pacific hotel market in 2025 shows signs of cautious optimism, with a slight decline in transaction volumes but resilient travel demand and selective regional growth. While China, Japan, and South Korea […]

From Joint Employers to Oyster Shuckers: DOL Issues Opinion Letters on Hospitality Sector Wage Issues – Image Credit Unsplash+    Is an oyster shucker who works in the “front of the house” allowed to share in the tip pool? Are a hotel restaurant and related members club joint employers for overtime purposes? The US Department of […]

From ‘We’ve Always Done It This Way’ to ‘We’re Leading the Way’: A Guide to Overcoming Change Resistance in Your Hotel – Image Credit Unsplash+    In the ever-evolving hospitality industry, embracing change and overcoming resistance to doing things differently is not just beneficial—it’s essential. Yet, as part of the industry, chances are you’ve heard the […]

Madeira Selected as Venue for ABTA Travel Convention 2026 – Image Credit ABTA    The ABTA Travel Convention is scheduled to be held in Funchal, Madeira, from October 12-14, 2026, marking the first time the event will be hosted on the island. The ABTA Travel Convention is set to occur in Funchal, Madeira, from October 12 […]

Developing Hunting Reserves & Resorts in the Middle East Region: Key Success Factors – By Annie Bastin Fernandez – Image Credit HVS    Experience-led tourism presents an opportunity to develop conservation-driven hunting reserves in the Middle East. Success depends on balancing exclusivity with accessibility, embedding sustainability, diversifying experiences beyond hunting, and offering strong F&B and wellness […]

HVS Report – Island of Opportunity: Curaçao’s Tourism Transformation – By Patrick B. Nau – Image Credit Unsplash    The Caribbean has long captivated travelers with its natural beauty, year-round sunshine, and vibrant culture. Within the ABC Islands (Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao), Curaçao has recently emerged as a standout, fueled by its distinct identity, growing investments, […]

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa – Image Credit Marriott International    Excerpt from CoStar This year hasn’t quite gone the way hoteliers expected, with performance coming short of expectations and the transaction market remaining relatively quiet as a couple of examples. With 2026 right around the corner, executives at The Lodging Conference hope […]

Gen Z Leads Travel Surge: Fliggy Reports 14.6% Increase in Asia Pacific Holiday Bookings – Image Credit Pexels    Fliggy Reports Surge in Travel Bookings Among College Students During 2025 National Day Holiday Fliggy, an online travel services platform under Alibaba Group, has highlighted notable travel trends during the recent National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays. […]

Image Credit Skyscanner    The report identifies seven key trends, including beauty-focused travel, culinary tourism through local supermarkets, year-round mountain escapes, literature-inspired trips, solo travel for social connections, multi-generational family trips, and hotels as primary destinations. Skyscanner has unveiled its Travel Trends 2026 report, highlighting the evolving preferences of travelers. The report combines Skyscanner’s data with […]