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U.S. RevPAR Up 6.5%, Business Travel Hit a Record $538B, SiteMinder Bets on Infrastructure
Friday closed a strong week with U.S. hotel performance accelerating: RevPAR grew 6.5% in the week ending May 30, led by Las Vegas concert demand. GBTA confirmed U.S. business travel reached a record $538.5 billion in 2024. And hospitality.today argued that SiteMinder's move into the Mews operating system is a structural bet on becoming infrastructure, not an application.
One Platform for Every Guest Touchpoint. How Hoteza Turns the Guest Journey Into Measurable Outcomes.
Hoteza argues that fragmented point solutions limit hotel performance, and that a unified guest journey platform connecting check-in, in-room entertainment, AI messaging, and upselling can lift RevPAR by 12% and ancillary revenue by 30%.
By Alena Ivanova, Chief Marketing Officer, Hoteza
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Where Opportunity Meets Capital: Why Saudi Arabia's Hospitality Opportunity Is Broader Than Tourism Alone
Ahead of FHS Saudi Arabia 2026, this analysis argues the Kingdom's hospitality growth is driven by economic diversification, talent mobility, and domestic demand, not tourism alone.
By Vincent Miccolis, Managing Director Middle East, Africa and Türkiye The Ascott Limited, The Bench
Bordeaux 2025: Is it Time to Buy En Primeur Again?
Analysis of the 2025 Bordeaux En Primeur campaign finds pricing better aligned with market conditions than recent vintages, with the 2025 vintage ranking among the three best in 18 years by critic scores.
By Philippe Masset, Associate Professor, EHL
A Floating Hotel Whose Address Is the Ocean: Anna Nash on Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys President Anna Nash discusses reframing ocean travel as a floating luxury hotel experience, with 30% first-time sailors and a fleet growing to six ships by 2028.
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View AllIHG Hotels & Resorts signs latest Garner hotel in Southend-on-Sea, continuing the brands growth across the UK&I
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hospitality companies, has announced the signing of Garner Southend, a conversion of the former Palace Hotel in Southend-on-Sea. The hotel marks another important milestone in the rapid expansion of the Garner brand across the UK and Ireland.
Pope Leo XIV’s Visit to Spain Expected to Spark Tourism Surge and Economic Boost
Pope Leo XIV's June 2026 visit to Spain could generate €90–125M in tourism spending, with Madrid alone projected at €73.8M driven by 1.8 million expected attendees.
Four Seasons and Blasson to Expand in Spain with New Hotel in Sevilla's Plaza Nueva
Luxury hospitality leader Four Seasons, together with Spanish real estate investment firm Blasson, announce plans to expand its presence in Spain with a new hotel in Sevilla.
A New Era of Alpine Luxury Debuts at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Today, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is proud to announce the landmark opening of its reimagined resort with the unveiling of an extensive CAD $100MM, property-wide transformation. This marks far more than a reopening, but the arrival of a new expression of wilderness luxury in the Canadian Rockies, brought to life through a refreshed Main Lodge and fully redesigned guest rooms. The extraordinary destination, set within 700 acres of pristine wilderness in Jasper National Park, offers a luxurious sense of space and seclusion that feels increasingly rare in today's travel experiences. With every cabin door opening directly to the expansive outdoors, the property offers unparalleled access to the remote landscape and a deeply personal experience with nature. Guests are invited to explore Jasper through a lens of deep connection, slow discovery, and immersive wellbeing, guided by Fairmont's Wellness Without Walls philosophy that recognizes nature as a powerful approach to restoration.
IHG brings HUALUXE to the Taiwan market with Taipei signing
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed HUALUXE Taipei in partnership with Fullon Hotels & Resorts, marking the brand’s debut in the Taiwan market and another step forward in bringing HUALUXE Hotels & Resorts to more markets around the world. Expected to open in 2026, the hotel builds on the partners’ successful collaboration on voco Chiayi and IHG’s growing presence in the Taiwan market.
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View allEmbroidery-Based Key Cards: Bringing Local Culture into Everyday Guest Experiences
GCSTIMES textile-based key cards embed RFID chips into structured embroidery, letting hotels use regional motifs, indigenous patterns, and artisan techniques as a guest touchpoint for cultural storytelling.
Connected, optimistic, human: a snapshot of hospitality's future from 750 hoteliers at Mews Unfold
A live poll of 750+ hoteliers at Mews Unfold 2026 found 80% excited about new technology, with broader Mews research showing 92% optimistic about hospitality's future.
HBX Group strengthens inclusive travel standards with Queer Destinations Committed distinction
HBX Group earned the Queer Destinations Committed distinction after rolling out an LGBTQ+ inclusion training programme with nearly 90% staff participation, building on its 2025 alliance with Queer Destinations.
CHMWarnick Expands Proph+IT Platform with New Performance Analytics and Select-Service Capabilities
CHMWarnick's Proph+IT platform gains a Performance Quadrants Dashboard for portfolio-wide visualization and a new Select module for select-service assets, covering 22,000 rooms and $12B in managed value.
Actabl Hires Global Hotel Engineering Leader as SVP of AI Asset Management
Actabl appoints Rob Bahl, former Marriott Global VP of Engineering, as SVP of AI Asset Management to lead AI-driven asset and operational strategy across its platform.
Integrated Payments Have Become Essential Infrastructure for Modern Hospitality
Payments have evolved from a back-office function to core hotel infrastructure, with integrated systems now essential for operational efficiency, security, and meeting guest expectations across every touchpoint.
Shiji and Omniboost form Strategic Partnership to Simplify Hospitality Data Integrations for Hotels Worldwide
Shiji's Daylight PMS will connect with Omniboost's data platform to automate POS and accounting integrations, reducing manual reconciliation for hotels across more than 10,000 existing integrations worldwide.
TRYBE and Infor Partner to Deliver Connected Hospitality and Leisure Experiences
TRYBE's spa and leisure management platform integrates with Infor's PMS to centralize guest profiles, reduce manual processes, and connect room, spa, and activity charges across hotels and resorts.
The James Nautilus Miami Beach® to Open in Late 2026
The James Nautilus Miami Beach® will make its highly anticipated debut in late 2026 as the flagship property of The James Hotels®, a reimagined lifestyle hospitality brand by Sonesta International Hotels. The brand is rooted in timeless design, vibrant social energy, and highly personalized hospitality all inspired by the spirit of James, a charismatic host known for effortless charm, impeccable taste, and a knack for bringing people together. Endlessly curious and always in the know, James surrounds guests with culture, from under-the-radar music and inspired architecture to fashion, art, and fascinating company. The James Nautilus Miami Beach® pays homage to the storied legacy of the original Nautilus Hotel, the iconic Morris Lapidus-designed oceanfront property that opened in the early 1950s as one of Miami Beach’s most glamorous destinations.
Colliers 2026 Hospitality Outlook on Market Trends, AI Adoption and World Cup Demand
Colliers' 2026 outlook projects flat U.S. hotel occupancy at 64.1%, modest ADR growth of 1.35%, FIFA World Cup demand boosts, and accelerating AI adoption across operations and revenue management.
Elika Cave Suites Cappadocia, Curio Collection by Hilton, Opens its Doors to Guests
Hilton today announced the opening of Elika Cave Suites Cappadocia, Curio Collection by Hilton, an individually remarkable new addition to Curio Collection’s global portfolio of unique hotels, created to immerse guests in one-of-a-kind moments in the world’s most sought-after destinations.
U.S. hotel results for week ending 30 May
U.S. hotels posted RevPAR of $98.59 for the week ending May 30, up 6.5% year over year, with Las Vegas leading gains driven by major concerts including BTS and the Jonas Brothers.
Hong Kong hotel market reaching a strategic inflection point: JLL
JLL analysis identifies $790M in 2025 hotel transactions and $2.2B in conversion-linked deals over five years, with luxury assets outperforming and visitor arrivals forecast to reach 53.8M by 2026.
We're Measuring the Wrong Things: Andrea Monti on Innovation and Impact
EHL Next CEO Andrea Monti argues hospitality over-relies on ADR and RevPAR, calls for impact metrics covering workforce and community value, and challenges the industry to prove AI actually frees staff time.
Renaissance Austin Downtown Hotel Debuts, Bringing a New Era of Discovery to the Heart of the City
Renaissance Austin Downtown Hotel today announced its official transformation from Downright Austin, a Renaissance Hotel, finalizing its full integration into Marriott International's Renaissance Hotels portfolio. This evolution brings the brand's globally recognized commitment to curiosity, discovery, and neighborhood connection to Austin's thriving downtown, further establishing the hotel as a destination for both curious travelers and modern meetings.
Eugene, Oregon Hotel Market: Growth Supported by Investment
HVS analyzes Eugene, Oregon's hotel market, where room-night revenue has grown ~40% since 2016, driven by University of Oregon activity, 70+ tech companies, and 3.5 million overnight stays in 2025.
By Hannah Homack, Project Manager at HVS Portland Office, HVS
NYU IHIF Takeaways: Key Observations on Brands, Capital, and AI
HVS shares NYU IHIF conference takeaways covering narrowing bid-ask spreads, luxury segment resilience, AI's evolving role in hotel operations, and the rise of branded residential developments.
By Patricia Shih and Cole Masler
Business Travel Within the U.S. Drives Over $623 Billion in Economic Impact as Spending Reaches $538 Billion, According to New GBTA Study
GBTA's 2024 study finds U.S. business travel hit a record $538.5B in spending, supporting 6.7 million jobs and contributing $623.8B in GDP impact, or 2.1% of the entire U.S. economy.