These changes from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will impact a variety of industries, such as agriculture, farming, hospitality, landscaping, and construction, in addition to many others. What are the three biggest changes employers need to know about? Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Archives for 15/01/2025
Takeaways from the Brand Sales Executive Roundtable: Overcoming the Biggest Hurdles in Sales Leadership
At the fall HSMAI Brand Sales Executive Roundtable, executives offered a candid look into what is keeping sales leaders up at night. We have distilled these to the top 10 issues that they are facing. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Miami Marlins and The Cordish Companies Collaborate on Entertainment Development 'Miami Live!'
The Miami Marlins and The Cordish Companies have announced a partnership to develop an entertainment hub called Miami Live! at the loanDepot park. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Travelport Forecasts Major Travel Retailing Trends for 2025
Travelport has released its 2025 State of Modern Retailing Report, outlining key trends set to reshape the travel industry. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Placemakr Launches First Property in Pittsburgh, Offering Mixed&Use Residential and Hospitality Services
The location offers short&term, hospitality&style stays and residential leases under the names Placemakr Downtown Pittsburgh and The Pennsylvanian respectively. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
NYC Tourism + Conventions Unveils Ellis, an AI&Generated Chat Platform for Event Planners
The platform, available in 45 languages, aims to provide expert guidance and resources for meeting planners. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
LivAway Suites Begins Expansion in Phoenix Area with Tolleson Hotel Development
LivAway Suites and West77 Partners have started construction on a new extended&stay hotel in Tolleson, Arizona, marking the beginning of a significant expansion in the Phoenix metropolitan area. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Rock Band Lynyrd Skynyrd to Perform at Seminole Brighton Bay Hotel & Casino Grand Opening
The Seminole Brighton Bay Hotel & Casino, owned and operated by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, is located west of Lake Okeechobee on the Brighton Seminole Reservation. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
80 Acre Villatel Orlando Resort Opens Next to Universal Orlando Resort
The Villatel Orlando Resort will open on March 3rd, 2025. The 80&acre resort, located near Universal Orlando Resort, features a full&scale water park, various dining options, a fitness center, and sports facilities. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Hampton Inn By Hilton Ruston in Ruston, LA Listed for Sale
HVS Brokerage & Advisory, in cooperation with Eric Vincent Guerrero, as the sole and exclusive advisory firm to ownership, presents the opportunity to acquire the 83&key Hampton Inn by Hilton located in Ruston, Louisiana. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Emmanuel Uzoma Ele Joins Swiss International Hotels as West Africa Director
In addition to his new role, Emmanuel Uzoma Ele currently holds the position of Managing Director at Six Regions Hotels Nigeria. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
American Travel Industry Sees Buoyant Outlook for 2025 according to Future Partners
Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) options, school holidays, and expectations for AI are emerging trends that could influence travel buying behaviors. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
How OTA Travel Trends Will Impact Short&Term Rentals In 2025
For travelers, lines continue to blur between choosing a short term rental or a hotel when considering their next stay. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
U.K. Inflation Rate Falls to 2.5%
According to the ONS, the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose by 2.5% in the 12 months to December 2024, down from 2.6% in the 12 months to November. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Hilton to Open Four New Hotels in Lyon, France
These plans include the debut of the Spark by Hilton brand in the country and the addition of a second DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Lyon. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Travel and Tourism Sector Deal Activity Down By 4.3% in 2024
A total of 715 deals comprising mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, and venture financing deals were announced in the travel and tourism sector globally during 2024, which represented a year&on&year (YoY) decline of 4.3% compared to 747 deals announced during the previous year, according to GlobalData. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Hospitality Industry Trends for 2025: A Focus on Personalization and Technology
The gap between guest expectations and hotel capabilities will present both a challenge and an opportunity in 2025. Hoteliers who can move beyond traditional metrics and adopt a more holistic, guest¢ric approach will lead the industry transformation. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Munich Hotels Celebrate Record&Breaking December Performance
Munich hotels report the highest December average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) in history. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
G6 Hospitality partners with HotelKey for PMS
G6 Hospitality, operator of the Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands, has forged a strategic partnership with HotelKey to enhance its technological capabilities across its network of properties in the U.S. and Canada. G6 Hospitality, now part of OYO‘s global portfolio, will maintain HotelKey as its core property management system (PMS) across all Motel 6 and Studio 6 properties. The announcement was … [Read more...]
We want to hear from you
A new year always brings fresh perspective. A new start. New approaches. So, I thought I’d begin this new year at Hotel Business asking you to weigh in with your thoughts to keep us both current and cutting-edge. If you read our magazine, visit our website or follow our social media, you know that the edit staff carefully tries to curate and deliver content we think you’ll want to consume: … [Read more...]
Driftwood secures $257M for Westin Cocoa Beach Resort
Driftwood Capital has secured a total of $207 million in senior construction financing and Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) financing for its signature Westin Cocoa Beach Resort & Spa on Florida’s Space Coast. The company also secured a $50 million credit facility from Amerant Bank at the holding company/fund level. After breaking ground in September 2024, the $420-million, … [Read more...]
Qatar's Hotel Industry Hits Record High in December 2024
Qatar's hotel industry experienced its highest&ever December occupancy due to multiple high&profile events. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Certification Checklist: Preparation Paves the Way to a Successful Audit
Stefan Mühle, VP, regional managing director, Noble House Hotels & Resorts, has significant experience in the certification process for both Green Key Global and Green Seal. He shared tips with LODGING for hoteliers going through sustainability certification programs in general, including preparing for recertification. Initial Assessment Obtain and thoroughly review the certifying … [Read more...]
Sydney Hotels Hit Record Highs on New Year's Eve
Sydney's hotel room rates soared to an all&time high on New Year's Eve, with a significant increase in average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR). Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
AHLA Announces 2025 HTNG Global Technology 100 Leaders
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced the Global Technology 100 (T100) 2025 leadership team, which advises hoteliers on how the latest technological advances can make their guests' stays more enjoyable. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Rosen Hotels & Resorts promotes key leaders
Rosen Hotels & Resorts has promoted key executives, including Josh Rosen, who was elevated to EVP, operations. In addition to overseeing hotel operations, his role expands to include sales and marketing, risk management and guest contact. He also serves as a VP on the company’s board of directors. Jack Rosen and Shayna Rosen are now VPs on the Rosen Hotels & Resort’s board of directors. … [Read more...]
Mercure opens its first hotel in Nepal: Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights
Mercure, dedicated to celebrating local experiences since 1973, proudly announces the opening of Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights, the brand's first hotel in Nepal. Located in the heart of Kathmandu, this new hotel reflects Mercure's commitment to unveiling the treasures surrounding each address, while providing a warm and inviting stay for all travellers. Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights … [Read more...]
Olympia Hospitality adds Kristie Rasheed
Olympia Hospitality has appointed Kristie Rasheed VP, operations. With a career spanning more than two decades in the hospitality industry, she brings an understanding and expertise in hospitality operations, revenue optimization, strategic marketing and anchored by dynamic team leadership, according to the company. She oversees revenue growth, asset maintenance, compliance and performance across … [Read more...]
Hot Off The Press – January 2025
Christina Trauthwein, VP, content & partnerships, shares what’s inside the January 2025 issue of Hotel Business. There’s a cover story on alternative lodging accommodations that speak to experiential travel, an article on mattresses for independent hotels and a Q+A with Ravi Patel, Hawkeye Hotels, among other features. View the January 2025 Issue The post Hot Off The Press – January 2025 … [Read more...]
HB Exclusive: Reeco raises $15M for procure-to-pay platform
Purchasing is one of the most difficult challenges facing hoteliers. An AI-powered procure-to-pay platform designed for the hospitality industry—designed with help from a former hotelier—has just received funding that it says will help it continue to make the process easier for hoteliers. Reeco has successfully raised $15 million in Series A funding, which already follows a $10-million seed round, … [Read more...]