Ben Rowe – Image Credit KHP Capital Partners    Ben Rowe has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of KHP Capital Partners as part of a planned leadership transition. KHP Capital Partners has announced that Ben Rowe has assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer. This change is part of a planned succession process within the firm. […]

– Image Credit Unsplash    The global music tourism market is projected to reach approximately USD 400.5 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6%. According to Credence Research, the music tourism market was valued at USD 102 billion in 2024 and is expected to experience significant growth due to increasing […]

OpenAI’s Sora 2 Set to Revolutionize AI-generated Video Content, Says GlobalData – Image Credit OpenAI    – Image Credit OpenAI    OpenAI’s recent launch of Sora 2, an advanced AI video generation model, has created significant buzz in the tech world in the last week of September. The model, with its unique feature allows users to create […]

Westin New York Grand Central Hotel – Image Credit Marriott International    Smith Hill Capital and Bain Capital have finalized a $216 million refinancing for the Westin New York Grand Central Hotel. Smith Hill Capital and Bain Capital announced the completion of a $216 million refinancing deal for the Westin New York Grand Central Hotel. The […]

AHLA Foundation Awards More Than $700,000 in Academic Scholarships to 246 Students Nationwide    Financial Support Represents an Investment in the Future Leaders of the Hospitality Industry AHLA Foundation, the charitable arm of AHLA dedicated to supporting a strong hotel industry workforce, today announced the distribution of more than $710,000 in academic scholarships to 246 students […]

Hotel General Managers Will Discuss Top Industry Issues at Oct. 29 Event – Image Credit HSMAI    HSMAI Washington DC Chapter today announced that its Hotel General Managers Panel this month will address key topics of interest to Washington area hoteliers, including evolving guest expectations, strategies for building resilient and motivated teams and innovations in operations, […]

Travel Outlook Launches Strong Voices: A Specialized Off-Site Contact Center for Casino Operations – Image Credit Travel Outlook    Travel Outlook, the Premier Hotel Call Center™, has announced the launch of Strong Voices Gaming Contact Center, an innovative off-site contact center designed for casino operations. Strong Voices sets a new standard for casino contact center services […]

Check out the latest Suite Spot episode featuring SVP and CMO at Best Western Hotels, Joelle Park! Joelle joins the Suite Spot to discuss the incredible BWH portfolio, their Life’s a Trip campaign, marketing to different traveler segments, and much more.  Be sure to catch the full episode now! Ryan Embree:Welcome to Suite Spot, where […]

MSC Poesia’s Top Sail Lounge in MSC Yacht Club – Image Credit MSC Cruises    MSC Cruises has announced significant upgrades to its MSC Poesia vessel, marking one of the largest refurbishments in the company’s history. The enhancements include the addition of the MSC Yacht Club, specialty dining venues, and a revamped spa and gym. These […]

Travel & Tourism Faces 43 Million Workforce Shortfall by 2035, Says WTTC Report – Image Credit WTTC    The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) report highlights a potential workforce shortfall of over 43 million in the travel and tourism sector by 2035, urging immediate workforce planning. The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has released […]