Doug Kennedy’s Next Staff Training Webcast: Hotel Spa Reservations Sales Training – Image Credit Kennedy Training Network    Sponsored By Travel Outlook and Track Hospitality Software  Register your team and participate live, or view the recording, of Doug Kennedy’s next 40-minute training webcast scheduled for Friday, October 17, at Noon ET. REGISTER HERE  This month’s topic […]

Rendering of the MB Resort Orlando – Image Credit MB Signature Properties    MB Resort Orlando has announced that it has surpassed $100 million in sales, achieving a 25% pre-construction sell-out. The development, situated near Walt Disney World, is part of a broader initiative to provide high-yield investment opportunities to international buyers. MB Signature Properties is […]

Magic Moment Resort & Kids Club in Kissimmee, Florida – Image Credit Wyndham Hotels    Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has introduced Dazzler Select, a new franchise brand aimed at independent economy lifestyle hotels, with its first location in Kissimmee, Florida. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has launched a new franchise brand, Dazzler Select by Wyndham, targeting independent […]

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center – Image Credit Hilton    The Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center has completed a full renovation, updating guest rooms, public spaces, and meeting facilities. The Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center has finalized a comprehensive renovation project. The property, located […]

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Corpus Christi North – Image Credit HVS    The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Corpus Christi North is available for acquisition at a reduced price of $6,900,000, offering a strategic investment opportunity due to its prime location and recent renovations. HVS Brokerage & Advisory is the exclusive advisor for the sale […]

A Future Outset Collection by Hilton hotel in Moab – Image Credit Hilton    Hilton has announced the launch of its new hotel brand, Outset Collection, with more than 60 hotels currently in development across the United States and Canada. Hilton has introduced a new brand, Outset Collection, as part of its Lifestyle portfolio, marking the […]

Rendering of the Signia by Hilton Indianapolis – Image Credit Hilton    The Signia by Hilton Indianapolis has reached its highest structural point, marking a significant milestone in its construction, with completion expected by fall 2026. The construction of the Signia by Hilton Indianapolis has reached a major milestone, with the building topping off at 38 […]

Summer 2025: European Hotels See Longer Stays and Early Bookings – Image Credit Unsplash+    The summer of 2025 marked a significant period for the European hotel industry, as travelers exhibited new booking behaviors and spending patterns. An analysis by RoomRaccoon of over 600,000 reservations from 2,000 independent hotels across Europe revealed that guests were planning […]

Global Hotel Industry Outlook for H2 2025: Regional Variations and Key Trends – Image Credit Unsplash    The global hotel industry is experiencing varied performance across regions, with significant differences in RevPAR growth forecasts. Economic factors, geopolitical tensions, and competition from alternative lodging are influencing hotel market dynamics worldwide. The global hotel industry […]

Inside the Complex Journey of Hotel Rates – By Steve Quan – Image Credit Unsplash    Explore the hidden stories behind hotel pricing and what it means for hoteliers Every hotel rate has a story. Some are mysteries — and many of those are cases of missing revenue. According to a new Expedia Group […]