Sasha Tyas – Image Credit Minor Hotels    Minor Hotels has appointed Sasha Tyas as the new General Manager of Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas. Minor Hotels announced the appointment of Sasha Tyas as the General Manager of Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas, located in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Tyas brings over 25 years of experience […]

Leanne Reddie – Image Credit Global Asset Solutions    Global Asset Solutions has appointed Leanne Reddie as Chief Commercial Officer and opened a new office in Singapore to support regional growth. Global Asset Solutions has announced the appointment of Leanne Reddie as its new Chief Commercial Officer, as part of its strategic expansion into the Asia-Pacific […]

Amsterdam Hotel Performance Trends Ahead of Anticipated VAT Increase – Image Credit Unsplash    In January 2026, Amsterdam’s VAT rate for overnight accommodation is expected to increase from 9% to 21%, affecting a range of lodging options from hotels to B&Bs to short-term rentals. Heading into a year of change, hotel performance in the market has […]

Trends in Travel Upgrades: Insights into American Travelers’ Preferences from Future Partners – Image Credit Unsplash+    Nearly 40% of American travelers opt for upgrades in airline seats or hotel rooms, with a significant portion being higher-income, urban-dwelling individuals. Upgrade travelers exhibit a strong financial outlook, with a robust inclination towards prioritizing leisure travel […]

Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at Hangzhou Centre – Image Credit Four Seasons Hotels    Four Seasons has announced plans to open a new resort in Moganshan, China, in partnership with Zhejiang Shangyin Cultural Tourism Development Co., Ltd., with an expected opening in 2030. Four Seasons, in collaboration with Zhejiang Shangyin Cultural Tourism Development Co., Ltd., has […]

Drive Bookings & Skyrocket Your Reputation with the Complete CX Ecosystem in Hospitality AI – Image Credit TrustYou    The New Rules of Hospitality The heart of hospitality has always been experience. A warm welcome, attentive service, and memorable details still matter. However, in 2025, these attentive details are no longer enough on their own. Travelers […]

Why Social Media Shouldn’t Be Your Primary Lead Generation Tactic for Events – Image Credit Tripleseat    As an event sales professional at a venue, you’ve mastered the art of the perfect Instagram flat lay of your signature dish. Your Facebook page is buzzing with comments, and your TikToks are getting tons of views. Your social […]

What is a Global Distribution System (GDS) in the Hospitality Industry?- By Jonathan Gough – Image Credit Lighthouse    One facet to revenue management that can make or break your hotel’s success? It’s not just great service or a perfect location. It’s visibility. If potential guests can’t find you, they can’t book with you. Travelers now […]

Guestroom at the Courtyard by Marriott Palo Alto-Los Altos – Image Credit Johnson Hospitality    A refreshing design that provides travelers with a warm ambiance during their visit to Silicon Valley. Courtyard by Marriott is excited to introduce a fresh new design in Palo Alto – Los Altos, crafted with today’s travelers in mind. The newly […]

HVS Report – Tourism in the Last Frontier: Alaska’s New Boom – By Brandon Conner and Kasia M. Russell – Image Credit Unsplash+    Alaska has embraced its identity as “The Last Frontier” and experienced significant growth in eco-tourism, fueled by rising cruise traffic and interest in outdoor recreation, helping to offset the state’s declining oil […]