Uzbekistan Airways Boeing 787 Dreamliner – Image Credit Boeing Company    Uzbekistan Airways has confirmed an order for 14 Boeing 787-9 aircraft, with options for an additional eight, as part of its fleet modernization strategy. This order represents the largest single purchase by the airline to date. The announcement was made during the United Nations General […]

Image Credit Aruba Tourism Authority    The Aruba Responsible Tourism Impact Report reveals that while 96% of travelers acknowledge the importance of Responsible Tourism, a mere 23% feel they have been adequately guided on how to make a positive impact.  Responsible Tourism: A New Standard The Aruba Responsible Tourism Impact Report underscores a fundamental shift in […]

Rendering of the Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Golf Estates – Image Credit Mandarin Oriental    Mandarin Oriental is set to open its first golf resort with branded residences in Dubai in 2030, marking its third property in the city. Mandarin Oriental has announced plans to open its inaugural golf resort, Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Golf Estates, in Dubai […]

Los Angeles Convention Center Modernization & Expansion Project Rendering. Credit: Populous    The Los Angeles City Council has approved an expansion and modernization project for the L.A. Convention Center, adding 324,000 square feet of space. The Los Angeles City Council has approved a project to expand and modernize the L.A. Convention Center. The project aims to […]

Ruby Guest Room – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts    IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the introduction of its Ruby brand to the U.S. market, with a focus on urban micro-segment growth. IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to introduce its Ruby brand to the United States, marking the brand’s entry into the […]

Market Penetration Index: Using MPI for Hotel Benchmarking – Image Credit Lighthouse    A busy hotelier has just wrapped up their best August ever – traditionally it has always been a strong month, but this year it’s been non-stop action. Multiple sell-outs, countless rooms turned, and after closing the books, the overworked team is ready for […]

Lighthouse Launches Smart Distribution to Automate Pricing and Channel Management for Independent Hotels – Image Credit Lighthouse    Boost bookings and reduce commission costs through intelligent, automated distribution Lighthouse, the leading commercial platform for travel and  hospitality, today announced Smart Distribution, an AI-powered feature that automatically optimizes pricing and distribution across booking channels for independent hotels. […]

Economy GDP growth remains below the long-term avg, and inflation remains sticky.CBRE raised its 2025 GDP forecast to 1.6% from 1.3%. Due to the higher expected base in 2025, CBRE lowered its 2026 GDP growth estimate to 1.8% from 2.0%. Both 2025 and 2026 are expected to be below the 2.1% long run average. […]

marr – Image Credit Marriott International    Marriott International and Hawkins Way Capital have signed agreements to convert five properties to the Series by Marriott brand in key U.S. markets, including Miami, Santa Monica, San Francisco, Chicago, and San Diego. Marriott International and Hawkins Way Capital have announced the signing of agreements to convert five properties […]

Houston’s Comfort Suites Near NRG Stadium – Image Credit Choice Hotels    HVS Brokerage & Advisory announced the sale of the Comfort Suites hotel situated at 1055 McNee Road, Houston, Texas. The property, which includes 55 rooms, was sold to MC Hanuman MHM Inc., a Houston-based company. The seller, Avalon Sai Hotels LLC, is also based […]