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  • The wellness tourism sector is growing, with hotel guests wanting more wellness-oriented amenities like spas.
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    Global wellness market to reach $9T in 2028, bolstered by tourism

    Hotels are adding sleep and spa amenities to meet traveler demand as wellness tourism is slated to grow by more than 10% between 2023 and 2028, per Global Wellness Institute. 

    By • Nov. 11, 2024
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    Top travel, development trends that drove hotel companies’ Q3 results

    In the third quarter of 2024, companies posted RevPAR increases driven by group business and pipeline growth bolstered by demand for conversions.

    By • Nov. 6, 2024
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    Hotel CEOs predict impact of election cycle on Q4 financials

    During recent earnings calls, leaders from Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, Choice Hotels and Wyndham shared how this year's “not typical” Harris vs. Trump election season could impact Q4 revenues.

    By • Nov. 6, 2024
  • Choice Hotels International headquarters at the Pike & Rose development in North Bethesda, Maryland.
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    Choice Hotels pipeline reaches record high in Q3

    The company’s system size also grew year over year in the quarter, driven by conversions and upscale openings for its Radisson Americas portfolio.

    By • Nov. 4, 2024
  • Hospitality leaders shared the top trends driving growth across the industry at this year's Lodging Conference in Phoenix.
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    Top hospitality industry takeaways from 2024’s Lodging Conference

    At the annual event in Phoenix, hotel industry leaders shared the opportunities and challenges facing the sector and forecasted what will drive hospitality growth in 2025.

    By • Oct. 31, 2024
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    Hyatt’s asset dispositions drive growth in Q3

    The company also added 22 lifestyle hotels through its acquisition of Standard International, a deal that aligns with Hyatt’s asset-light strategy.

    By • Oct. 31, 2024
  • Wyndham Hotels & Resorts added Reside Houston Downtown, a Wyndham Residence, to its portfolio through a new partnership with Reside.
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    Wyndham debuts US residences in latest upscale extended stay play

    Through a new tie-up with Reside, Wyndham adds five apartment-style hotels, joining competitors growing in the upper-tier extended stay category.

    By • Oct. 29, 2024
  • IHG Hotels & Resorts plans to open Atwell Suites — Henderson at the Pass in Henderson, Nevada, in November.
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    IHG expands Atwell Suites brand with 3 openings

    The Missouri, Nevada and Texas hotels fortify the upper midscale all-suites brand’s presence in “dynamic travel hubs” for business and leisure travelers.

    By • Oct. 28, 2024
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    Opinion

    How to harness data to create personalized hotel stays

    Data-driven insights can help hotels anticipate guests' needs to create unique and memorable stays.

    By Adam Ortman • Oct. 25, 2024
  • The glass exterior of the Anaheim Convention Center features blue signage denoting Wyndham's 2023 Global Conference.
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    Pipeline generation a high point for Wyndham in Q3 2024

    In the U.S., the hotel company awarded 10% more franchise contracts in the third quarter compared to the prior-year period, with extended stay demand leading the way.

    By • Oct. 24, 2024
  • The exterior of Conrad Orlando as seen from across a lagoon.
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    How Orlando’s Evermore combined luxury hotel rooms and short-term rentals into one destination resort

    Demand for the Florida resort has exceeded the expectations of owner-operator Dart Interests, which hopes to expand the concept to new markets, according to EVP Stewart Brown.

    By • Oct. 24, 2024
  • Choice Hotels International debuted its 500th extended stay hotel in Glendale, Arizona.
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    What’s the future of extended stay? Choice Hotels leader weighs in

    As Choice opens its 500th extended stay property, VP Matt McElhare shares what markets and segments are poised for future growth and how leveraging technology will set brands apart.

    By • Oct. 23, 2024
  • Through its strategic loyalty partnership with MGM Resorts, Marriott International will convert Delano Las Vegas under its luxury W Hotels brand.
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    Marriott to convert MGM’s Delano Las Vegas under W Hotels

    The conversion is part of a long-term strategic licensing partnership between the companies and furthers Marriott’s push in luxury.

    By • Oct. 22, 2024
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    Sonesta to add 114 hotels to franchise portfolio

    The hotels will convert from existing long-term management agreements to long-term franchise agreements after owner Service Properties Trust sells them in 2025 to repay debt.

    By • Oct. 18, 2024
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    IHG brings Regent brand back to US with California flagship

    The brand has not been in the U.S. since 1992, when Four Seasons took over the Regent Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills.

    By • Oct. 18, 2024
  • Four Seasons Hotel New York will reopen in Manhattan on Nov. 15, 2024.
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    Four Seasons Hotel New York to reopen next month

    After more than four years closed, the luxury Manhattan hotel will open as the city’s lodging market sees significant performance growth.

    By • Oct. 16, 2024
  • Orange booths and a colorful wallpaper decorate a room in The Manner.
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    Standard International opens new concept The Manner in NYC

    The 97-room luxury hotel opened in Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood shortly after Hyatt Hotels completed its acquisition of Standard International.

    By • Oct. 16, 2024
  • The Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, Florida, will be renovated and rebranded under Signia by Hilton.
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    Diplomat Beach Resort renovated, rebranded under Signia by Hilton

    The Hollywood, Florida, hotel is undergoing extensive upgrades to its lobby, dining concepts and oceanfront conference space ahead of switching flags.

    By • Oct. 15, 2024
  • Hospitality industry leaders gave their industry outlooks and perspectives at The Lodging Conference at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024
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    View from the top: Hospitality CEOs give their industry outlooks

    Hospitality industry leaders from AAHOA, Extended Stay America, Peachtree Group and JLL are optimistic, despite possible regulatory hurdles.

    By • Oct. 9, 2024
  • Hospitality industry professionals discussed trends in the luxury hotel segment at The Lodging Conference in Phoenix on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024.
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    Hospitality leaders talk ‘insatiable’ luxury hotel demand

    Experts from Marriott, IHG, Auberge and Host share what’s driving the evolution of the luxury hotel segment and opportunities for brand growth and development.

    By • Oct. 8, 2024
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    Marriott to expand City Express brand to US and Canada

    Building the brand, formerly referred to as Project Mid-T, is part of the company’s strategy to strengthen its presence in the affordable midscale transient segment.

    By • Oct. 8, 2024
  • Choice Hotels has relaunched the upper upscale Radisson Individuals brand.
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    Choice Hotels relaunches upper upscale soft brand Radisson Individuals

    The brand focuses on full-service, boutique and independent hotels, “seizing on major potential” to cater to increased traveler demand for unique accommodations, Choice SVP Indy Adenaw shared. 

    By • Oct. 3, 2024
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    Field & Stream Lodge Co. to open first property in Montana

    The outdoor-centric hospitality brand by Starwood Capital Group and AJ Capital Partners is targeting 35 properties in the U.S.

    By • Oct. 3, 2024
  • BWH Hotels appointed Bill Ryan as senior vice president and chief technology officer.
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    BWH Hotels names former retail industry exec chief technology officer

    Reporting to CEO Larry Cuculic, Bill Ryan will oversee the hospitality company’s technology management team, guiding its digital strategy and transformation.

    By • Oct. 2, 2024
  • Marriott International has unveiled the newly renovated W Hollywood.
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    Marriott opens renovated W Hollywood amid strategic luxury push

    The W Hotels West Coast flagship in California will cater to the next generation of luxury travelers with bespoke design elements and experiential amenities.

    By • Oct. 2, 2024