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AAA: 79.9 Million Travelers to Head 50 Miles or More From Home Over Thanksgiving

WASHINGTON, D.C.—AAA projects 79.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period. For the first time, AAA’s forecast included the Tuesday before and the Monday after Thanksgiving Day to better capture the flow of holiday travelers. This year’s projection of nearly 80 million travelers is an increase of 1.7 million people compared to last year … [Read more...]

Baymont by Wyndham Grand Forks sold

Marcus & Millichap, a commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, brokered the sale of the Baymont by Wyndham Grand Forks, a 91-room, four-story hotel located in Grand Forks, ND. Marcus & Millichap’s Bina Dhanji and Skyler Cooper of the Miller-Gomes Hotel Team exclusively marketed the property on behalf of the seller, … [Read more...]

Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley set for March debut

Treehouse Hotels, owned and operated by SH Hotels & Resorts, has set a March 1 opening date for Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley in Sunnyvale, CA. Upon it’s debut, It will be the brand’s first U.S. property. “Treehouse Hotels are about remembering your special refuge, your treehouse, real or imaginary,” said Barry Sternlicht, founder/chairman, SH Hotels & Resorts. … [Read more...]

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville opens in Pigeon Forge

Compass by Margaritaville, the brand’s collection of upscale boutique hotels, is now open in Pigeon Forge, TN. The property has 162 rooms and suites, more than 45,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor amenity spaces, and views of the surrounding Great Smoky Mountains “The Great Smoky Mountains are always beautiful in the fall, making the perfect backdrop for the opening of our resort-style hotel,” … [Read more...]

Aloft Tallahassee Downtown completes renovation

Aloft Tallahassee Downtown has completed a multimillion-dollar renovation, refreshing the hotel’s communal spaces and 162 guestrooms. Located within Florida’s capital city, the hotel is owned and operated by McKibbon Hospitality. The construction and development arm of the company, McKibbon Places, oversaw the renovation, which was carried out by First Finish. Notable upgrades from the … [Read more...]

Compass Hotel Anna Maria Sound Names Concord Hospitality Manager

RALEIGH, North Carolina—Concord Hospitality announced a partnership with Margaritaville Resorts & Hotels as it assumed management of the Compass Hotel Anna Maria Sound by Margaritaville in Tampa, Florida. Located on Anna Maria, a private 220-acre island, the Compass is a boutique concept with a waterfront 123-key hotel and two restaurant outlets located next to a marina. Next to the hotel’s … [Read more...]

Delano Dubai makes waves with opening

Focus on design The new Delano Dubai in Bluewaters Dubai was developed by Dubai Holding, with interiors handled by ELASTIC in collaboration with Ennismore’s inhouse design team. The 251-key hotel is set on the shores of Bluewaters Dubai and features a bar, restaurant, wellness studio, gym and pool. ELASTIC was entrusted with the interior design of the hotel’s suites, as well as the … [Read more...]

Oku to double portfolio for Summer 2025

OKU Andalusia redefines family-friendly OKU Andalusia will launch OKU Hotels’ family concept. This hotel will be squarely geared toward families while retaining the luxury elements of OKU’s previous designs. The family-friendly concept involves a kids club, an adventure playground and several dedicated kids zones.  The 255-key property will be on a secluded beach on Spain’s southern … [Read more...]

The Leonard unveils first phase refurbishment

Reading Time: < 1 minute UK: Boutique hotel The Leonard has completed a £1.5 million first phase refurbishment of one of its four Georgian townhouses. Kickstarting in 2023, the refurbishment project has seen upgrades to the bedroom and bathroom layouts, including sliding doors for flexible living spaces and the addition of walk-in showers, underfloor heating, double sinks, and … [Read more...]

Ruby Hotels opens 20th property in Europe

Reading Time: < 1 minute UK: ‘Lean luxury’ brand Ruby Hotels has opened its 20th property in Europe and third in London, located in Clerkenwell. Ruby Stella, located on Eyre Street Hill in Clerkenwell, takes its design inspiration from British author Charles Dickens, whose work The Pickwick Papers is said to have roots in the area.  The hotel offers 153 rooms across three categories … [Read more...]

PLDT Home brings reliable internet to more homes with country-first ‘Always On’ broadband service

PLDT Home Always On modem automatically switches to LTE in case of downtime Introducing a groundbreaking innovation in connectivity, this newly launched hybrid modem is one of the first of its kind globally. Designed to ensure uninterrupted internet service, it features the remarkable ability to automatically switch a customer’s connection from high-speed fiber to LTE in the event of any downtime. … [Read more...]

Hilton Announces Signing of First Signia by Hilton in Europe, Middle East & Africa

Signia by Hilton Amman will open in Jordan in 2025, marking the brand's international debut and making it the first Signia property outside the U.S. Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of an agreement for a 272-key Signia by Hilton in Amman, Jordan. The signing marks the international debut of the brand and the first Signia property to be agreed outside the U.S. Signia by Hilton is one … [Read more...]

Albrighton Hall Hotel & Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals, opens near historic market town in the UK

Set within the walls of a stunning 18th-century manor house near Shrewsbury, Albrighton Hall Hotel & Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals, has opened, joining the collection of unique, independent hotels by Radisson Hotel Group. The hotel is surrounded by 15 acres of landscaped grounds, featuring a picturesque ornamental lake and surrounded by stunning natural beauty, setting a tranquil scene … [Read more...]

Staycity signs German acquisition

European aparthotel owner operator Staycity has acquired a majority stake in a German extended stay business, Felix Group. The transaction means the group will immediately add two more operational sites in Germany, and a pipeline project in Austria, to its growing business. The additions will further expand the group’s burgeoning portfolio across the continent, as the company looks to build … [Read more...]

McKibbon Hospitality Completes Multimillion-Dollar Renovation of Aloft Tallahassee Downtown

Aloft Tallahassee Downtown is pleased to announce that it has recently completed a multi-million-dollar renovation, refreshing the hotel's communal spaces and 162 guestrooms. Primely located on North Monroe Street in the heart of the state's capital, the fun-loving, pet-friendly hotel provides unbeatable access to Florida's Capitol Building, Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University and … [Read more...]

Construction Underway for Wynn Al Marjan Island in the UAE

Wynn Resorts, Limited offered an update today on the construction progress of its newest resort, Wynn Al Marjan Island, the first integrated resort in the United Arab Emirates. Wynn Al Marjan Island is located 50 minutes from the Dubai International Airport in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Construction has proceeded as planned with 55% of the structural concrete now complete. The concrete … [Read more...]

Stradom House Autograph Collection in Krakow

Krakow, also known as the ‘secret capital’ of Poland, is a city full of history, myths and cultural contrasts The Stradom House Autograph Collection by Marriott stands in the centre of this historic city of kings – a place where the magic of bygone times and the elegance of modernity blend harmoniously togetherOriginally built in the 18th century as a monastery and hospital, it has been … [Read more...]

Homm Souvannaphoum Luang Prabang Debuts in Laos

Discover Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the comforts of HOMM. Homm, part of Banyan Group's multi-brand ecosystem, expands its footprint with the opening of Homm Souvannaphoum Luang Prabang. Once the residence of Prince Souvanna Phouma, Laos' former prime minister, the hotel showcases a distinct blend of French colonial architecture with traditional Lao design. Featuring 24 … [Read more...]

A New Era for Western Sydney: PARKROYAL Parramatta’s Grand Refurbishment to Debut in April 2025

PARKROYAL Parramatta — Photo by Pan Pacific Leading Western Sydney hotel PARKROYAL Parramatta has begun a major transformation set to be unveiled in April 2025. The hotel's refurbishment will include extensive updates to over two thirds of its 286 rooms and suites within the hotel's original tower. With the addition of signature design elements by renowned designer John Dunn of IDC Designs, guests … [Read more...]

Jumeirah Beach Hotel Unveils New Al Bahar Villas

Jumeirah Beach Hotel is delighted to introduce its newly renovated Al Bahar Villas, offering a blend of earthy elegance and barefoot luxury within the lush surroundings of the iconic family destination. Appeared first on: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]