Europe Leads Global Tourism Revival: Key Insights from WTTC Summit – Image Credit WTTC    Global Travel & Tourism Sector Shows Resilience and Growth at WTTC Summit in Rome The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched its latest report during the 25th Global Summit in Rome, highlighting the significant contributions of the travel and […]

HFTP 2025 Annual Business Meeting Scheduled for Thursday, October 23 at Annual Convention    Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) has scheduled its 2025 Annual Business Meeting to take place during the HFTP Annual Convention on Thursday, October 23, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. The Annual Business Meeting is an opportunity for members to come together to […]

6 Innovation Insights to Tackle Hospitality Workforce Challenges – By Dr. Inès Blal – Image Credit Unsplash+    Hospitality faces some of the toughest workforce challenges, with one of the highest turnover rates in any industry. In this article, Cynthia Hansen, Managing Director of the Innovation Foundation, reflects in conversation with Inès Blal on how social […]

Image Credit Bally’s Corporation    Bally’s Corporation has unveiled plans for a new entertainment resort on the Las Vegas Strip, situated on the 35-acre site previously occupied by the Tropicana Las Vegas. The development will share the site with the future Las Vegas Athletics Major League Baseball ballpark. The project is currently seeking entitlements from Clark […]

6 Black Friday Tips to Keep Website Visitors Booking Your Hotel – Image Credit Lighthouse    Black Friday is getting close, and now is the moment to make your hotel stand out. With the right mix of creativity and urgency, you can transform your hotel’s Black Friday campaign into a booking magnet. The competition for a […]

The 1,037-room Mare Nostrum Resort in Tenerife was acquired for €430 million by Spring Hotel Group from Brookfield AM. – Image Credit Mediterranean Palace Hotel    HVS discusses the main hotel transactions that took place in the first half of 2025 and looks at the trends in single-asset and portfolio transactions over the years. Transaction activity […]

Choice Hotels to Offer Seattle’s Best Coffee Nationwide – Image Credit Unsplash+    Choice Hotels International will introduce Seattle’s Best Coffee at over 2,000 Comfort and Country Inn & Suites locations by next summer. Choice Hotels International has announced a collaboration with Seattle’s Best Coffee to provide a new coffee option at its Comfort and Country […]

U.S. Theme Parks Face Economic Roller Coaster: Attendance and Hotel Stays Decline – Image Credit Unsplash    U.S. theme parks and nearby hotels are experiencing a decline in attendance and bookings due to economic pressures and adverse weather conditions, with middle- and lower-income visitors being impacted the most. The U.S. theme park industry, along with the […]

TikTok Transforms Search: How Brands Can Harness Creator Search Insights – Image Credit Unsplash    TikTok’s Creator Search Insights is reshaping the way brands engage with intent-driven demand, offering a new tool for understanding and capitalizing on trending searches and content gaps. TikTok, originally known for its short-form video content, has evolved significantly to become a […]

Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal – Image Credit Hilton    Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal has concluded a multi-year renovation, unveiling redesigned guest accommodations and updated facilities, with a reopening scheduled for October 1. Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal has completed the final phase of a comprehensive renovation project, which included a redesign of all 112 […]