23rd HFTP/Hospitality Upgrade CIO Summit Gathers 80+ Hospitality Tech Executives for High-Level Tech Trend Discussions – Image Credit HFTP    The Summit presented experts covering AI deployment, data security and emerging risks, industry economic outlook and more; plus contributed to Vancouver’s Directions Youth Services. Last week, Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) and Hospitality Upgrade successfully hosted […]

W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island Hotel – Image Credit Marriott International    Abu Dhabi hotels reported a record-high occupancy rate of 79.3% in August 2025. The average daily rate and revenue per available room also reached their highest levels since 2008. Abu Dhabi’s hotel industry recorded its highest occupancy rate for August, […]

Image Credit EAST Hotels    Trinity Investments and Certares have sold the EAST Miami hotel to Blackstone Real Estate Trinity Investments and Certares Real Estate Management LLC have completed the sale of the EAST Miami hotel to Blackstone Real Estate. The 352-room hotel, which opened in 2016, is located in the Brickell City Centre, a major […]

Image Credit Hospitality America/Shutterstock    Why investing in people, processes, and technology will define hotel success Budget season isn’t just about numbers—it’s about vision. As a hotel finance executive, I have found that success in 2026 will come down to discipline, collaboration, and clarity. Hoteliers face a marketplace defined by uncertainty: shifting demand patterns, evolving technology, […]

Image Credit The Diefenbaker    A Cold War bunker in Nova Scotia is being transformed into a luxury hotel with fallout shelter capabilities. The facility will include amenities such as a spa, gym, café, and lounge, with plans for future agricultural developments. A Cold War-era bunker in Colchester County, Nova Scotia, is undergoing […]

AC/Element Hotel Symphony Park – Image Credit Marriott International    Crescent Hotels & Resorts has opened a dual-branded AC Hotel by Marriott and Element by Westin in Las Vegas’ Symphony Park. Crescent Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of a dual-branded hotel, the AC Hotel by Marriott Symphony Park and Element by Westin Symphony Park, […]

Event Management Software: A Comprehensive Guide for Restaurants, Hotels, and Unique Hospitality Venues – Image Credit Tripleseat    Event management software (EMS) is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity for restaurants, hotels, or unique venues looking to elevate their groups and events. From centralizing operations to streamlining payments, the right software will make your venue a […]

How Are Guest Expectations Changing, and How Can Hotels Prepare for the Future? – Image Credit Unsplash+    Hospitality has come a long way. It started as providing no-frills shelters. Today, it’s an industry that creates complete and fully tailored lifestyle experiences. The goal was always to offer increased comfort, create more memorable moments, build guest […]

Marriott Focuses on AI and Cybersecurity in Technology Overhaul – Image Credit Unsplash    Marriott International is implementing a digital transformation plan that focuses on AI and cloud technologies to enhance its operations and customer experience. As reported by Lindsey Wilkinson of CIO Dive, Marriott International is undertaking a multi-year digital transformation initiative to modernize its […]

StudioRes Prototype – Image Credit Marriott International    Marriott International and Noble Investment Group have announced the groundbreaking of their 10th StudioRes hotel, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of Marriott’s extended-stay brand. This development is part of a broader strategy to meet the increasing demand for long-term accommodations in the United States. The new […]