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Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa Welcomes New Director of Food &  Beverage, Dharmendra Singh

Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa is delighted to announce the appointment of Dharmendra Singh as its new Director of Food & Beverage. With over 20 years of international experience across luxury resorts, hotels, and cruise lines, Dharmendra brings a wealth of expertise and innovation to the resort’s award-winning dining portfolio.Throughout his career, Dharmendra has held senior leadership roles … [Read more...]

The Best Portuguese Food: 31+ Traditional Dishes You Have to Eat

There are few places we’ve explored that are as much of a feast for the senses as Portugal. We spent two full months traveling the entire country, from the sun-drenched seafood restaurants of the Algarve to the historic heart of Guimarães in the north. Our mission was simple: to eat everything. We tried food from tiny tascas in Lisbon, seaside grills serving the freshest catch, and family-run … [Read more...]

AHLA Survey: Half of Americans Plan to Travel During Holiday Season

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Half of U.S. adults plan to travel overnight for leisure before the end of the year, and nearly one-third (31 percent) of employed adults expect to travel overnight for business, according to a new survey commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association and conducted by Morning Consult. Hotels remain the top lodging choice for both leisure (44 percent) and business … [Read more...]

Rethinking ‘Safe’ Investments: Exploring Tier 2 and Tier 3 Markets for Development

For years, hotel investment decisions have been guided by a simple rule of thumb: bigger markets are generally safer markets. Gateway cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago have long been seen as the surest bets for development due to their diverse customer mix and destination attractions. Smaller cities, on the other hand, were often dismissed as too volatile or too limited in demand … [Read more...]

Marriott launches Outdoor Collection brand

Marriott International has unveiled its newest brand, the Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy. This curated portfolio offers exclusively outdoor-focused stays set in destinations such as cabins in woodlands near national parks and boutique hotels on the edge of cliffs. Every property in the Outdoor Collection will combine access to nature alongside the essential needs that hotel guests expect, … [Read more...]

Marriott Bonvoy Launches New Collection Brand

BETHESDA, Maryland—Marriott announced the launch of its newest brand, the Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy. The portfolio offers exclusively outdoor-focused stays set in destinations ranging from cabins in woodlands near National Parks to boutique hotels on cliffs’ edges. Every property in the Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy will combine access to nature alongside the needs that hotel … [Read more...]

Ryan Sistare joins Hospitality America as VP, operations

Hospitality America has appointed Ryan Sistare, a 20-year industry veteran, as VP, operations. “Ryan’s track record speaks for itself,” said Ben Campbell, Hospitality America CEO. “His ability to drive performance across diverse hospitality assets, combined with his passion for culture and people, will be instrumental as we continue elevating our operations and delivering value to our guests, team … [Read more...]

Radisson’s New Flight Path: Growth, Sustainability, and the Future of Hospitality

Radisson Hotel Group’s CEO, Federico J. González, paints a bold yet pragmatic vision for the future of global hospitality. With Asia and EMEA at the center of expansion, the company is sharpening its focus on both growth and responsibility, steering a course that blends sustainability, innovation, and guest experience. Sustainability Beyond Buzzwords For Radisson, sustainability is not a … [Read more...]