Understanding GEO for Hotels: Boosting Direct Bookings in the Age of AI Search – Image Credit TravelBoom Marketing    As AI becomes the foundation of modern search, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is redefining how guests discover and engage with your hotel online. Unlike traditional SEO, which focuses on ranking in search results, GEO ensures your property […]

Palacio de Godoy Caceres, Curio Collection by Hilton – Lounge – Image Credit Hilton    Hilton has announced the opening of the Palacio de Godoy Cáceres, a new addition to its Curio Collection, located in Cáceres, Spain. The hotel is situated in the restored 16th-century Palacio de Godoy, originally built in 1563. The property features 73 […]

Element by Westin Hotel at Mayfaire Town Center in Wilmington, North Carolina – Image Credit Marriott International    CBL Properties has opened the Element by Westin Hotel at Mayfaire Town Center in Wilmington, North Carolina, in a joint venture with Vision Hospitality. CBL Properties has announced the opening of the Element by Westin hotel at Mayfaire […]

Doug Kennedy’s Next Staff Training Webcast: Creating Ordinarily Extraordinary Hospitality Encounters, DAILY! – Image Credit Kennedy Training Network    Sponsored By Travel Outlook and Track Hospitality Software  Register your team and participate live, or view the recording, of Doug Kennedy’s next 40-minute training webcast scheduled for Friday, September 19, at Noon EDT. REGISTER HERE  This webcast […]

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cleveland – Image Credit HVS    The Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Cleveland, Texas, is now for sale at a reduced price of $6,900,000, offering a significant investment opportunity in a growing market. HVS Brokerage & Advisory is exclusively advising on the sale of the Holiday Inn Express & Suites […]

STR Weekly Insights: Global Hotel Industry Thrives While U.S. Faces Mixed Summer Performance – Image Credit CoStar    U.S. Hotel Industry Sees Minor RevPAR Improvement Amid Mixed Regional Performances The U.S. hotel industry experienced a slight improvement in Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) for the week of August 24-30, 2025, following a three-week decline. However, the […]

DoubleTree by Hilton Madrid Principe de Vergara Hotel to Open in 2026 – Image Credit Hilton    Hilton has signed an agreement to open a new DoubleTree hotel in Madrid’s Salamanca neighborhood by late 2026. Hilton has announced plans to expand its presence in Spain with the signing of a new DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in […]

Navigating Economic Uncertainty: How Consumers Plan to Spend This Holiday Season – Image Credit Unsplash    Amid economic challenges, holiday spending is expected to decline in 2025, with notable generational shifts and a focus on value-driven purchases. The 2025 holiday season presents a complex landscape for both consumers and retailers. According to PwC’s Holiday Outlook survey, […]

sbarth@hospitalitylawyer.com,twahl@nevistas.com – Image Credit Unsplash    Employers got a sneak peek at the jobs that will qualify for the “no tax on tips” deduction over the holiday weekend thanks to a list obtained by Axios. The September 1 release provides the first real clarity on which occupations will be able to benefit from this new tax break. […]

Among the top 25 markets, Houston experienced the most significant declines, with occupancy dropping 12.0% to 56.3% and RevPAR falling 16.7% to $63.48. – Image Credit Unsplash    The U.S. hotel industry experiences slight revenue growth despite a minor decline in occupancy. Houston and Las Vegas experience notable declines, while St. Louis shows a […]