Rendering of the upcoming Regent Karuizawa Resort – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts    IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the development of the Regent Karuizawa Resort, marking the Regent brand’s first resort location in Japan. The new property, set to open in 2028, will be located in the historic town of Karuizawa, approximately one […]

IHG Partners with Delta to Offer Expanded Travel Benefits for SMEs – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts    IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Delta Business Traveler to provide enhanced travel benefits for small-and medium-sized enterprises in the U.S. IHG Hotels & Resorts announced a new partnership with Delta Business Traveler aimed at expanding […]

Browns Investments Sells Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives for USD57.5 Million – Image Credit Barceló Hotels    Weekly Hotel Industry Asia Pacific News Roundup from HVS LHN Group’s Co-Living Business Coliwoo Secures Approval for Listing on SGX, Singapore Coliwoo, the co-living division of Singapore-based LHN Limited (“LHN”), has received conditional eligibility for listing on the Singapore Exchange […]

Radisson Blu Hotel to Open on Manchester’s Etihad Campus in 2026 – Image Credit Radisson Hotel Group    Radisson Hotels has entered into a partnership with Co-op Live, the UK’s largest live entertainment arena, and plans to open a new hotel on the Etihad Campus in 2026. Radisson Hotels has announced an exclusive partnership with Co-op […]

Meliá Hotels and LALIGA Form Partnership in the Middle East    Meliá Hotels International and LALIGA have formed a partnership to expand their presence in the Middle East market. Meliá Hotels International and LALIGA have announced a new partnership aimed at increasing their visibility in the Middle East. The agreement will see Meliá Hotels International gain […]

IHCL Signs Agreement for Tree of Life Resort in Pondicherry, India – Image Credit IHCL    Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has signed an agreement to open a Tree of Life resort in Pondicherry, India. Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced the signing of a new Tree of Life resort in Pondicherry. The project involves the restoration of […]

Hilton Milwaukee Hotel – Image Credit Hilton    Marcus Hotels & Resorts has announced that the west wing of the Hilton Milwaukee will be transformed into The Marc Hotel, an independent 175-room property. The opening is scheduled for early 2026. The hotel will be located in downtown Milwaukee, directly connected to the Baird Center, providing a […]

Study Reveals H-2B Visa’s Role in Addressing Seasonal Labor Shortages – Image Credit Unsplash+    A recent study by the H-2 B Workforce Coalition has provided new insights into the effects of the H-2B visa program, which enables U.S. employers to hire foreign workers for temporary non-agricultural jobs. The study, focusing on the program’s impact from […]

Americans Ditch Budgets and Routines for Vacation Freedom – Image Credit Unsplash    A recent survey conducted by Talker Research on behalf of CheapCaribbean Vacations reveals that many Americans abandon their usual routines and rules when on vacation. The study, involving 2,000 participants, highlights a significant shift in behavior, with many opting to disregard budgets, calorie […]

Mobile-First Emergency Preparedness Is the Future of Guest and Staff Protection – Image Credit Smart Hotel Manager    The hospitality industry is many things – but it is rarely, if ever, quick to adopt new technology. Part of this reluctance to modernize could be due to the fact that hospitality is ultimately rooted in tradition, which […]