Marriott Vacations Worldwide organizes ownership brands under one name

With the rebranded Marriott Vacation Clubs, comprising the Marriott, Sheraton and Westin Vacation Club ownership brands, the hotel company aims to tap a younger generation of travelers.

By Michele Laufik • April 12, 2023

Wyndham expands renovation program to Ramada, Microtel brands

Through its Manufacturer Direct program, franchisees will have greater control of their renovation projects and are expected to see notable cost savings.

By Jenna Graber • April 12, 2023

Under Canvas’ Ulum hotel brand opens first outdoor resort in Utah

The hotel offers suite tents and nature-based experiences, including white water rafting and hiking, aimed at accommodating a growing number of travelers wanting to connect with the outdoors.

By Jenna Graber • April 11, 2023

Hilton’s Waldorf Astoria Orlando undergoes largest redesign in over a decade

The project will enhance the hotel’s guest rooms and suites, lobby space and select amenities.

By Jenna Graber • April 11, 2023

Wyndham program advances women ownership in hotel industry

In its first year, Wyndham’s Women Own the Room program propelled multiple new construction and hotel conversion projects across the U.S. and Canada.

By Jenna Graber • April 10, 2023

IHG Hotels to expand 5G connectivity in bid to boost franchisee revenue

In a partnership with 5G LLC, more than 3,800 IHG hotel rooftops will be leased to carriers.

By Jenna Graber • April 10, 2023

Hyatt aims to simplify event planning with new online platform

The Event Experience Guides provide a range of information, from menus to space floor plans, in one place.

By Jenna Graber • April 7, 2023

Choice Hotels to revamp sustainability certification program

As part of a new sustainability commitment, the hotel brand also set a goal to implement an automated utility tracking dashboard at each of its managed and owned properties.

By Jenna Graber • April 6, 2023

Dual-branded Marriott hotel to open in Los Angeles

The property has more than 700 rooms across Marriott’s Moxy and AC Hotel brands, in addition to 12 new dining and entertainment concepts.

By Jenna Graber • April 6, 2023

Club Med unveils new brand identity and sustainability efforts

The all-inclusive resort company says it plans to eliminate single-use plastics, improve energy management and support cultural preservation over the next two years.

By Michele Laufik • April 6, 2023

Financing issues postpone Las Vegas Dream Resort project

The pause on the $550 million casino and hotel development follows growing challenges around construction financing.

By Sebastian Obando • April 5, 2023

Marriott launches ‘Be’ people brand aimed at attracting and retaining talent

Marriott designed the brand to provide its employees with personal and professional growth opportunities.

By Jenna Graber • April 5, 2023

Choice Hotels’ Cambria brand enters Georgia market

With the grand opening of its Savannah location, the hotel brand now has more than 65 locations across the U.S., including in Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, New Orleans and Phoenix.

By Jenna Graber • April 5, 2023

Australia’s Crown Resorts hit in Clop ransomware spree

The company’s investigation into the attack is ongoing and it’s unable to confirm the type or amount of data potentially compromised.

By Matt Kapko • April 5, 2023

Google adds swipe function to mobile hotel browsing

The update allows travelers to easily see inside and around a property ahead of booking.

By Jill Menze • April 4, 2023

Choice Hotels sets goal to increase female representation in leadership roles to 50%

In a move to boost its diversity, the hotel brand also is committing $25 million in incentives for contracts with “underrepresented minority and woman owners” by 2025.

By Jenna Graber • April 4, 2023

Evermore Partners, New Castle Hotels & Resorts acquire Montana portfolio

The deal includes two Marriott hotels in downtown Missoula, Montana, as well as a 20,000-square-foot retail property.

By Jenna Graber • April 4, 2023

Expedia Group, Wheel the World partner to expand accessibility for travelers

The partnership comes at a time when travelers of all ability levels are calling for increased inclusivity in hospitality and travel.

By Jenna Graber • April 3, 2023

Las Vegas’ Bellagio hotel undergoes $110M redesign

MGM Resorts International will make over the Spa Tower’s rooms and suites with help from New York- and Chicago-based interior designers.

By Jenna Graber • March 31, 2023

MGM Resorts, Caesars and other hotels move to dismiss conspiracy lawsuit

The hotels are denying involvement in an alleged plot to fix room rates on the Las Vegas Strip.

By Jenna Graber • March 30, 2023

Sonesta pushes into luxury segment with new development team

The team will help the hotel company grow Sonesta’s upper-upscale brands, which include The James and The Royal Sonesta.  

By Mike Dunphy • March 24, 2023

Wyndham’s Echo Suites development pipeline grows to 200 in one year

Tailwinds from the 2021 Infrastructure and Jobs Act and 2022 CHIPS and Science Act are expected to help franchisees realize $3.3 billion in additional room revenue.     

By Mike Dunphy • March 23, 2023

OYO eyes expansion in U.S. with 100 new hotels

After a pandemic downturn that included closures, the India-based hospitality company is redoubling its efforts in the U.S. market in 2023.   

By Mike Dunphy • March 21, 2023

Red Roof to open 50 new U.S. hotels in 2023

The hotel brand will expand its existing offerings and launch a new dual-branded prototype.   

By Jenna Graber • March 21, 2023

Blackstone acquires hospitality tech provider Cvent for $4.6B

The acquisition of the Virginia-based meetings, events and hospitality technology provider puts Cvent back in the hands of private equity.  

By Mike Dunphy • March 21, 2023