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AI Airline Ticket Pricing Looms

On its recent investor day, Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian bragged that his company had been working with the Israeli artificial intelligence firm Fetcherr to design AI&powered pricing algorithms. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]

AHLA Urges Congress to Take Up Legislation That Would Protect Consumers

WASHINGTON—The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) urged congressional leaders to take up important legislation that would protect consumers from hidden fees in their hotel booking journey before the 118th Congress ends Jan. 3, 2025. In a letter to House and Senate leaders, AHLA President and CEO Rosanna Maietta called on lawmakers to move lodging fee transparency legislation—the … [Read more...]

Travel Outlook and Larkspur Landing Team Up to Redefine Hospitality with Personalized Call Center Services

This collaboration will empower Larkspur Landing with top&tier call center services that prioritize guest satisfaction and operational efficiency enhanced by Larkspur’s commitment to create a 'home away from home' experience for their guests, as well as health and safety through their Rest Assured™ program. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]

Coast Hotels opens property in Whistler, BC

Coast Hotels Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of APA Hotel Canada Inc., has opened Listel Whistler, a Coast Hotel, its latest franchised property in Whistler, British Columbia. Located in Whistler Village, the 98-room property hotel provides access to year-round recreational opportunities, from skiing and snowboarding to golfing, hiking, and mountain biking during the warmer months. The … [Read more...]

HVMG Added Eight Properties to Its Portfolio in 2024

ATLANTA—Hospitality Ventures Management Group announced that the company added eight new hotels to its portfolio in 2024, bringing the total number of properties it holds to 51. The new additions include a mix of Marriott and Hilton branded hotels covering lifestyle, select-service, full-service, and extended-stay categories. “2024 was an outstanding year for HVMG, adding nearly 1,200 new rooms … [Read more...]

AHIP sells Hampton Inn & Suites Corpus Christi

Hunter Hotel Advisors, facilitated the sale of the Hampton Inn & Suites Corpus Christi.  A regional owner and operator purchased the property from American Hotel Income Properties (AHIP). The 101-key hotel offers comfortable amenities, a 24/7 fitness center and an outdoor pool for guests’ convenience. Located on the Gulf Coast of South Texas, Corpus Christi is recognized as the primary … [Read more...]

IHG adds over 1,000 keys in Al Madinah with new hotels signing with Knowledge Economic City

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hospitality companies, has signed a management agreement with Knowledge Economic City (KEC) Co., a public listed company in Saudi Arabia, for two new hotels in the Islamic World District (IWD) within the holy city of Al Madinah. The agreement will bring 1,057 rooms to Al Madinah, advancing KEC's pivotal role in transforming the city into a … [Read more...]

Rixos To Redefine Luxury All-inclusive In Southeast Asia With New Signing In Vietnam

Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, and leading Vietnamese luxury hospitality developer, Sun Hospitality Group, a member of Sun Group - Vietnam's leading conglomerate, today announced the signing of Rixos Phu Quoc, marking a significant milestone as the first Rixos destination in Southeast Asia. Rixos Phu Quoc will open its first phase in mid-2026. Nestled on … [Read more...]

Aligned Hospitality adds The Kennedy Hotel

Aligned Hospitality Management has added The Kennedy Hotel, SureStay Collection by Best Western, in Tucson, AZ, to its management portfolio. The property offers a “nostalgic roadside motel ambiance” with modern resort-style amenities. The 98-key hotel is located near many of the region’s attractions and businesses, as well as the University of Arizona. Local attractions include the Pima Air & … [Read more...]

TPG Hotels & Resorts adds Sheraton McKinney to portfolio

Hospitality management firm TPG Hotels & Resorts has added the Sheraton McKinney Hotel in McKinney, TX, to its managed portfolio. LXMI Capital recently acquired the property. The 187-room hotel features an outdoor pool, a fitness center, more than 16,000 sq. ft. of meeting space and an 82-seat restaurant, The Sweetwater Bar & Grill. “This is an exciting time for the Sheraton … [Read more...]

Oetker Collection Plans St Tropez Hotel Opening for 2027

Oetker Collection has revealed plans to open a new property in St Tropez in 2027. Working closely in partnership with the property's owners, the Pariente and Essebag families, the new hotel — which is currently unnamed — is planned to open in time for the 2027 season. Pitched as a peaceful sanctuary, the property will be laid out like a small hamlet, comprised of numerous small two-story … [Read more...]

Chris Tucker named NEWH Inc. CEO

NEWH Inc. (Network of Executive Women in Hospitality) has revealed that Chris Tucker, past-president of the organization, has assumed the position of CEO of NEWH Inc. and NEWH Canada Inc. Previous CEO Shelia Lohmiller transitioned to NEWH Inc. chair emerita/founder, where she will still serve as an active and critical part of the organization. Tucker, who also served as president of NEWH Canada, … [Read more...]

RBH selected to manage voco London Marylebone

Reading Time: < 1 minute UK: Third-party operator RBH Hospitality Management will manage the voco London Marylebone from this month. The 93-bedroom Signature London, J Marylebone Hotel is currently being rebranded under voco. It will mark the first voco-branded property in London for IHG as well as the first in the RBH portfolio. RBH has appointed Pritesh Hirani as general manager of the … [Read more...]