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    Lodging Lowdown: IHG names global sales leader, Series by Marriott expands

    Plus, Duetto acquired FLYR Hospitality to accelerate its artificial intelligence capabilities, and Concord Hospitality added multiple hotels to its management portfolio.

    By • Oct. 9, 2026
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    IHG Americas development chief talks deal market and the conversion ‘phenomenon’

    At the Lodging Conference, Hotel Dive sat down with Mark Sergot to discuss the potential for IHG’s Indigo, Garner and Ruby brands and where he sees white space in the market.

    By • Updated Oct. 12, 2026
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    Execs at Lodging Conference discuss hotel development opportunities

    Chief development officers from Wyndham, IHG, Choice and more shared the growth prospects behind conversions and extended stay amid an unfavorable backdrop for owners.

    By • Oct. 8, 2026
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    Top hospitality executive moves of Q3 2026

    Choice Hotels named a new CEO, Hilton’s CMO stepped down and other leaders across hotel technology, finance and management were appointed during the quarter.

    By • Oct. 8, 2026
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    Hyatt updates Hyatt Place, Hyatt Studios prototypes

    Hyatt reduced key counts for both models, along with other changes, as it aims to “improve development economics” for owners.

    By • Oct. 7, 2026
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    Hilton taps former Uber exec as CTO

    Jeff Moore brings 20 years of experience in software engineering and operations to the role as Hilton looks to advance its AI goals.

    By Makenzie Holland • Oct. 6, 2026
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    The top hospitality conferences in 2027

    Industry professionals will have many opportunities to connect, discuss and learn at events focused on hotel technology, development, investment and more.

    By • Oct. 6, 2026
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    Wyndham, Travel + Leisure Co. team up to scale Sports Illustrated Resorts

    Under a new development agreement, Wyndham will help the company expand the Sports Illustrated Resorts hotel portfolio to college towns and major urban markets.

    By • Oct. 5, 2026
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    Hilton’s newer, younger college town brand gains momentum

    With a new-build prototype underway and conversion opportunities, Hilton’s Undergraduate brand offers developers a “much more scalable approach,” per SVP Jenna Hackett.

    By • Oct. 5, 2026
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    Choice Hotels Chief Human Resources Officer to retire

    After 25 years at the company, Patrick Cimerola will depart his role at year-end, transitioning to a special advisor position while Choice searches for his successor.

    By • Oct. 2, 2026
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    Hilton opens Apartment Collection properties in Pennsylvania, Alabama

    The Pittsburgh and Huntsville openings expand Hilton’s apartment-style collection brand that launched in partnership with Placemakr earlier this year.

    By • Oct. 1, 2026
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    Choice Hotels continues upscale push with Cambria, Ascend openings

    The six openings grow Choice’s upscale portfolio across “a diverse mix of markets,” as the company aims to meet shifting owner and guest demands.

    By • Oct. 1, 2026
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    Hyatt taps Amar Lalvani as chief creative officer

    In the newly created role, the company’s Lifestyle Group leader is now tasked with making each brand across Hyatt’s global portfolio more distinct.

    By • Oct. 1, 2026
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    Choice Hotels to acquire Harvest Hosts

    In a deal valued at approximately $130 million, Choice will acquire 100% of the RV membership company as it pursues growth in the rapidly expanding outdoor hospitality space.

    By • Sept. 30, 2026
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    Expedia Group to lay off 58 corporate employees

    The permanent reductions at the travel technology company’s Seattle headquarters are expected to take effect later this year, per a WARN notice.

    By • Sept. 29, 2026
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    Hyatt expands Unscripted collection brand in North Carolina

    Hive House, a boutique hotel in Cary, will convert under the upscale brand, which aims to meet shifting demand from independent owners and guests.

    By • Sept. 29, 2026
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    8 hotel openings to watch for the rest of 2026

    Everything from historic boutique hotels to nature-focused and wellness-inspired resorts are slated to open in the U.S. between now and year-end.

    By , • Sept. 28, 2026
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    Lodging Lowdown: Highgate names new CMO, Ritz-Carlton Residences in Florida tops out

    Plus, BWH Hotels debuted an @HOME property in Georgia, marking the extended stay flag’s first location in the state.

    By • Sept. 25, 2026
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    People Inc. drops bid to acquire MGM Resorts

    MGM Resorts will remain a standalone company after negotiations between the pair didn’t play out “the way we had hoped,” per People Inc. owner Barry Diller.

    By • Sept. 24, 2026
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    Caesars shareholders approve acquisition by Fertitta Entertainment

    The approval advances Fertitta’s plan to combine the companies’ resort, gaming, entertainment and restaurant portfolios. However, multiple hurdles remain before the deal can close. 

    By • Sept. 24, 2026
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    My Place Hotels relaunches conversion-friendly Trend brand

    The extended stay company has debuted Trend by My Place as a three-tiered platform, giving independent owners across segments a less-intensive path to join a national franchise system.

    By • Sept. 24, 2026
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    Accor rolls out AI tool to assist guests across full travel journey

    The ALL Concierge is an “end-to-end conversational travel companion” that helps guests discover and book hotels and serves as a point of contact throughout their entire stay.

    By • Sept. 23, 2026
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    Hilton debuts sustainability-focused Home2 Suites prototype

    The Home2 Suites by Hilton Clean Energy Prototype aims to reduce operational costs and environmental impact amid rising hotel utility costs and evolving energy markets.

    By • Sept. 23, 2026
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    G6 Hospitality signs 5-hotel development agreement for Studio 6 Plus

    The deal with Kautilya Group will expand the newly launched extended stay brand to the Northeast, with the first hotels planned for Hartford, Connecticut.

    By • Sept. 21, 2026
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    Luxury hotel brands led RevPAR growth in H1 2026: report

    Performance in the first half reflected the K-shaped economy, with lower-tier segments under pressure, however Marriott, Hilton and IHG saw stabilization in the middle, per Colliers.

    By • Sept. 21, 2026