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    Marriott launches collection brand in bid to boost global presence

    Series by Marriott will bring regional independent brands in the midscale and upscale segments under the Marriott system, including in the U.S., where owner talks are underway.

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    Summer 2025 travel preview: US travelers determined to hit the road — even if on a budget

    Though consumer confidence has dipped amid economic uncertainty, travelers are still planning trips and hotel stays this summer.

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    Wyndham lures loyalty members with entertainment, sports — and Applebee’s

    In its latest loyalty play, the hotel company inked a partnership with the restaurant chain and unveiled new Wyndham Rewards perks centered on concerts and sporting events.

  • A rendering of the Grand Hyatt Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel. The rendered hotel is in the background, while computer generated people mill about on green grass in the foreground.
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    Development team kicks off $385M Grand Hyatt Miami Beach

    Slated for completion in 2027, the 17-story hotel will offer 800 guest rooms and convention and meeting space.

  • The Venetian Resort will undergo a $1.5 billion renovation.
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    Top meetings hotels and destinations in North America: Cvent

    Three Nashville, Tennessee, hotels led other U.S. properties in the category, while Orlando, Florida, was named the overall best market for meetings in the tech provider’s annual ranking.

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    Hilton’s Tru brand updates prototype amid expansion

    The new design has been “rooted in real-world feedback” from guests, owners and hotel teams, according to Brand Leader Andrew Harp.

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    How hospitality companies can stay ahead of cyberattacks this summer

    Hotels are a popular target for cyberattacks, but industry collaboration and intelligence sharing can serve as defense mechanisms.

  • An exterior view of the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona.
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    JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge sells for $865M

    Ryman Hospitality Properties has entered into a definitive agreement with seller Trinity Investments to acquire what the companies claim is the largest resort in the metro area.

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    Booking CFO leans on AI in push to run ‘tight ship’

    The online travel company is looking to slash costs by as much as $450 million by the end of 2027. It aims to reinvest some of the freed-up capital into AI projects.

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    Hotels’ Q1 earnings: Tariff fears, RevPAR downgrades and more

    Most hotel players saw increased RevPAR in the quarter, but outlooks for the remainder of the year are hazy amid ongoing economic uncertainty.

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    First Hospitality opens up investment arm, targets $400M for hotel acquisitions

    The firm launched First Investors GP Fund, a dedicated hotel real estate investment platform that will target six to 10 hotels in growth markets.

  • Remington Hospitality named Ben Perelmuter CEO.
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    Remington Hospitality names Ben Perelmuter CEO

    The 30-year hospitality industry veteran will take over the hotel management company in early June, succeeding Sloan Dean.

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    US to lose $12.5B in international visitor spend in 2025: WTTC

    A lack of international traveler confidence, exacerbated by recent government actions, could result in a “staggering” loss of inbound travel, impacting hotels.

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    Marriott opens $1.3B resort, convention center in California

    The San Diego-area 1,600-key Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center is the sixth to open under the meetings-focused brand.

  • City Express by Marriott Duluth in Georgia opened.
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    Q&A

    Why Marriott sees a ‘real opportunity’ with City Express midscale brand

    Global Development Officer, U.S. and Canada, Noah Silverman shares how Marriott is capitalizing on evolving franchisee demand with City Express, its first U.S. transient midscale offering.

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    Why Airbnb booked a social-first campaign for its experiences relaunch

    Global Head of Marketing Hiroki Asai explains how the company is replanting the flag around the platform's vision for travel with a new ad and app refresh.

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    IHG to open Kimpton in Texas’ Hill Country

    IHG is the latest hotel player to announce a luxury development in Fredericksburg, Texas, Kimpton’s fourth property in the state.

  • Travelers walk through an airport terminal that is displaying an American flag.
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    Tariff troubles? Hotel CEOs talk trade policy’s impact on industry.

    During Q1 earnings calls, CEOs from Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt and more shared concerns over weakening travel demand amid ongoing market volatility.

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    Expedia sees AI as the biggest change in experience since mobile

    The travel booking company launched a partnership with Instagram that lets users build and book itineraries on the social media platform.

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    US RevPAR hit Q1 record, though economic outlook more cautious: JLL

    Robust ADRs fueled the highest-ever year-to-date RevPAR in March, though occupancy slipped in the quarter.

  • MGM Resorts appointed Ryan Abboushi as president of entertainment.
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    MGM Resorts appoints president of entertainment

    Ryan Abboushi will lead the company’s entertainment division, building “scalable, branded entertainment and content experiences” across destinations including Las Vegas.

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    How the FTC’s junk fees rule sets a standard for hotel pricing nationwide

    The latest standard to encourage transparent pricing goes into effect today. It could set a baseline for more regulation to follow.

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    Hilton latest to open lifestyle hotel in growing Fort Worth, Texas

    The Nobleman Fort Worth, Tapestry Collection is part of Hilton’s strategy to use collection brands to propel luxury and lifestyle expansion.

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    4 ways AI can improve hotel security

    Technology is bridging gaps in traditional security systems, giving hoteliers more time to focus on their guests.

  • 90% of Business Travelers File Expense Reports Within 7 Days of Returning from Their Trip
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    No slowdown for group, business travel in Q1 2025: report

    Group and business performance saw year-over-year gains in the first months of the year, bolstered by solid events volumes, per Cendyn and Amadeus.