Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

This shift is evident as global operators, such as Accor with Handwritten Collection and Wyndham with Trademark Collection, move downstream. Experiential travel is another key trend, especially in leisure markets, where consumers are increasingly valuing unique experiences and gravitating towards quality offerings, as seen at Mamaka in Bali.

Construction 130

Construction Consumer Market Marketing 130

Hotel Management

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The Veriu Group is making its mark in Australia’s apartment hotel landscape with over 3,000 rooms operating across 21 sites and a further 17 sites in development across both the Veriu Hotels and Suites and Punthill Apartment Hotels brands.

Scale 130

Scale Construction Average Daily Rate Hotels 130

Hotel Business

JANUARY 8, 2025

Since joining the company in 1994, he has helped transform Westgate’s finance operations, including overseeing its financial reporting and loan portfolio. He has more than 25 years of experience in construction and development, with a background working at Disney, Universal Creative and Elite International.

Resorts 64

Resorts Real Estate Casinos Services 64

Hotel Speak

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

LEGIT (Lodging Emissions & Guest-night Impact Tracker), a new tool developed by the tech-powered hospitality operator and Furthr , a top tier environmental consultancy, gives guests complete environmental impact metrics for each of its room-types in every property.

Operations 66

Operations Hotels Hospitality Scale 66

Hotel Management

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Camil Yazbeck, Accor Global Chief Development Officer – Premium, Midscale and Economy Division Globally, we are witnessing a consumer trend toward ‘premiumisation’ in all sectors – cars, airlines, dining, retail shopping, and so forth. Ibis remains a strong economy brand for Accor Accor is investing heavily in the extended stay segment.

Branding 200

Branding Consumer Events Services 200

Hotel Business

MARCH 26, 2025

Capital is scarce, construction costs are high, labor is tight and interest rates remain stubbornly elevated. Were starting to see construction financing open up again, selectively, and for the right projects. Consumer preferences continue to evolve, and travelers today are seeking more than just a place to sleep.

Market 52

Market Marketing Construction Hotels 52

Hotel Business

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Leveraging consumer and owner insights, Formula Blue 2.0 to maintain Holiday Inn Express’ leading position in the market and respond to the growing pressures owners face into today’s construction and labor environment. Alexander: Formula Blue 2.2 In 2020, we evolved that design with the launch of Formula Blue 2.0.

Construction 105

Construction Consumer Branding Revenue 105

Social Hospitality

DECEMBER 10, 2023

The industry introduced new lightweight materials like carbon fiber composite in aircraft construction. However, it’s not just the aircraft construction materials that make a difference. Construction methods, such as welding, contribute too. This reduces the weight of the plane and, subsequently, the amount of needed fuel.

Construction 130

Construction Services Consumer Operations 130

Hotel Business

APRIL 18, 2023

The announcement is supported by signed letters of interest in development agreements from multiple developers for more than 100 Hyatt Studios hotels, with construction expected to begin in 2023 and the first hotel expected to open in 2024.

Construction 98

Construction Branding Market Marketing 98

Hotel Business

MAY 23, 2024

Slated to open in 2026, this resort will be located in the 220-acre Everest Place development and operated by Lion Star, the exclusive U.S. Lion Star Hospitality Inc. Everest Place and Paramount have unveiled their partnership to develop the Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Orlando in Kissimmee, FL. licensee for Karisma Hotels & Resorts.

Resorts 111

Resorts Shopping Hotels Retail 111

Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

It must serve and contribute to the society in which it operates and should not negatively impact the environment in which it is located. Since 2012, our Soneva strategy has been to only operate resorts which we own. There are many examples I could quote, but my favourite is the glass factory that we operate at Soneva Fushi.

Resorts 147

Resorts Branding Operations Business 147

Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

billion in 2023, with the first quarter of 2024 seeing hotel construction pipeline at an all-time high and record-high levels seen in the luxury, upper upscale, and upscale segments. Hotel investment volumes in the region this year are projected to reach US$10.4 billion, up from US$9.8

Pipeline 130

Pipeline Branding Market Marketing 130

Hotelier Magazine

MAY 4, 2023

As consumer values and expectations — as well as ways of being and doing business — continue to evolve, the travel-and-hospitality industry is taking an increasingly conscious, holistic, whole-picture approach to operations and the guest experience.

Operations 52

Operations Travel Hospitality Consumer 52

Hotel Business

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Sightline Hospitality has signed on as the operator. We will show how factory construction of steel-framed modules, an army of cranes and a team of skilled craftspeople will come together to create a special place. This 65-room property will serve as the flagship for the brand cofounded by Ben Uyeda.

Branding 69

Branding Construction Consumer Dining 69

Hotel Business

AUGUST 6, 2024

The decision to invest time, money and energy into developing and operating a hotel carries a significant amount of risk, particularly amidst the many uncertainties of today’s market. Travel demand continues to boom as we move past the pandemic era, making it all the more important for hotels to be able to effectively meet operational demand.

Construction 59

Construction Consumer Operations Accommodation 59

Travel Media Group

JUNE 13, 2025

Construction costs, um, are at an all time high. Um, obviously the low hanging fruit out there was, we talked about on this podcast is to look for efficiencies, operational efficiencies, um, places that you can empower your employees. And how, as consumers, as guests, as travelers, how, uh, much of an appetite do we have for that?

Travel 52

Travel Hospitality Events Consumer 52

Hotel Business

APRIL 24, 2025

Tariffs have driven up the price of construction materials like steel and aluminum. And beyond construction, the effects extend into operations. And with the cost of goods rising across the board, consumer spending may shrink, directly affecting discretionary spending on travel and leisure.

Construction 52

Construction Forecasting Real Estate Scale 52

MediaBoom

AUGUST 3, 2023

Implementation: Easy Cost: $300 to $30,000 Time-consuming: Moderate Results within: 6-7 weeks Must-have: Yes Required skills: Medium 2. Implementation: Medium Cost: $200 to $75,000 Time-consuming: High Results within: 2-5 months Must-have: Yes Required skills: High 3. We’ve rounded up over 20 of the best real estate website designs.

Real Estate 92

Real Estate Market Marketing Consumer 92

Hotel Business

MARCH 21, 2023

With a specialty and focus on hotels, BASK is a vertically integrated organization with in-house development, construction, management and finance capabilities. BASK operates throughout the U.S., with 30 hotels under management and an additional six under construction.

Real Estate 52

Real Estate Construction Accommodation Consumer 52

Hotel Designs

APRIL 24, 2024

BoConcept operates in over 65 countries, providing a range of furniture for different areas of the home, including living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, and home offices. Quality and durability: The focus on high-quality materials and construction means our furniture is suitable for the high-usage demands of the hotel industry.

Services 109

Services Dining Branding Retail 109

Hotel Business

MARCH 5, 2024

Placemakr , a flexible-use hospitality and multifamily operator, has launched its latest hotel, Placemakr Cathedral Heights, a pop-up hotel at Upton Place in Washington, DC. Open only for a limited time, guests will be able to experience what it’s like to be a resident at Upton Place, a newly constructed luxury apartment building.

Real Estate 59

Real Estate Consumer Hotels Construction 59

Hotel Business

JUNE 22, 2023

Sean Hennessey, associate professor, NYU SPS Tisch Center of Hospitality, and a contributor to the report, added, “Although recessionary fears and unfavorable interest rates may dampen transaction activity, survey respondents remained confident that the improving operational trends will sustain the lodging sector’s trend of profit improvement.”

Net Operating Income 59

Net Operating Income Real Estate Consumer Hospitality 59

STAAH

APRIL 10, 2023

With its zero-commission stance, the move will relieve operators of the cost of using online booking agents, allowing them to offer discounts for tourists. offers consumers a free online booking site for both restaurants and health and beauty salons as well as daily 5pm Big Deals, limited time deals offering at least 50% off a great activity.

B2B 98

B2B OTA Services Travel 98

Hotel Business

JULY 31, 2024

“Marriott reported strong second quarter results, with net rooms up 6% year-over-year and worldwide RevPAR growth of nearly 5%, as consumers continued to prioritize travel. Over 209,000 rooms in the pipeline were under construction as of the end of the second quarter. “In the U.S. & in the year-ago quarter.

Pipeline 59

Pipeline Construction Operations Branding 59

Hotel Business

AUGUST 22, 2024

3V Infrastructure, a new electric vehicle charging infrastructure owner and operator, has launched with a mission to accelerate widespread access to EV charging. Consumer behavior and market signals indicate that drivers want to charge their vehicles like they charge their cell phones—when they’re at rest for extended periods of time.”

Real Estate 52

Real Estate Operations Construction Management 52

Hotelier Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2023

and Canada will allow owners to capitalize on today’s increased consumer demand for longer-stay options at an affordable price, while taking advantage of a turnkey prototype and Marriott International’s powerful operational engines. So, with strong consumer demand, there’s a very positive growth trajectory.”

Scale 59

Scale Consumer Branding Construction 59

Hotel Management

MAY 10, 2023

Howard ruled off the discussion with an insight into payment options, noting that from a recent European summit, it was revealed that 75% of consumers will not buy if their preferred payment method is not available and the rise of instalment options such as Afterpay, underscoring the need to expand payment mechanisms into the marketing mix.

Market 130

Market Marketing Branding Events 130

Little Hotelier

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Whether those opinions are positive or negative, hotels, bed and breakfasts , guesthouses and motels can use this valuable information to engage with their guests, increase travel customer satisfaction, identify operational problems and promote their small hotel to future guests. If it’s reasonable you should take this feedback seriously.

Management 107

Management Hotels Consumer Average Daily Rate 107

Hotelier Magazine

APRIL 21, 2023

This unveiling is supported by signed letters of interest in development agreements from multiple developers for more than 100 Hyatt Studio hotels, with construction expected to begin in 2023 and the first hotel expected to open in 2024.

Construction 52

Construction Branding Hotels Market 52

Hotel Business

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Borrowers seeking SOFR-based construction and bridge loans will experience an immediate benefit from today’s 50bps rate reduction,” said Charlie Ryan, SVP, capital markets, Hunter Hotel Advisors. Operating results at the property level have remained surprisingly strong through the summer despite headwinds.

Real Estate 111

Real Estate Market Marketing Business 111

Hotel Designs

AUGUST 29, 2023

During each guest journey, the visitor will have touchpoints with a vast number of different technologies, and these systems are constantly evolving with new features and solutions emerging in the market, catering for the demands of existing consumers as well as for a younger generation of travellers coming through.

Hospitality 98

Hospitality Operations Travel Hotels 98

Boutique Hotel News

OCTOBER 27, 2022

The focus of the event, Sailing through the storm, involved six short presentations providing a state-of-the-market snapshot of debt finance, equity investor sentiment, valuations, operations, brand, and the distribution landscape. Construction costs are crippling which is making development a huge challenge.

Hospitality 52

Hospitality Real Estate Events Hotels 52

Hotel Business

APRIL 8, 2025

There are elements that can be taught in a classroom, but the best education comes from operating in the field. In my current position, I need to balance operating sympathies with those of owners and investors, which are not always the same, especially during periods of uncertainty. I dont think there is a substitute for it.

Hospitality 52

Hospitality General Manager Business Pipeline 52

STAAH

MARCH 14, 2023

This includes addressing any negative feedback in a professional and constructive manner. 6) Hire a property manager: If you find that managing multiple listings is becoming too time-consuming, consider hiring a property manager to help you oversee your properties.

Management 97

Management Hiring Services Marketing Strategy 97

Boutique Hotel News

JUNE 28, 2023

UK: The “compact luxury” brand Z Hotels has secured a £15 million loan from OakNorth Bank to refinance an existing loan and construct new rooms at its Piccadilly property. Today, Z Hotels operates 14 sites throughout London, Bath, and Glasgow, offering 1,710 bedrooms.

Occupancy 52

Occupancy Hotels Construction Consumer 52

Hotel Business

MARCH 21, 2025

Doors that are older or have a subpar construction are more vulnerable to forced entry by intruders. So, it would be wise to upgrade to doors with a solid core construction and the highest quality deadbolt locks. And replacing one of these keys means changing the entire lock, which is expensive and time-consuming.

Hotels 59

Hotels Construction Services Consumer 59

Boutique Hotel News

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

The affiliation will create a global network of fitness and wellness operators which can be distributed to the travel and hospitality industry. Operating in fragmented and under digitised multi-trillion-dollar markets presents a fantastic opportunity.”

Travel 52

Travel Construction Consumer Closing 52