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Travel + Leisure Co. bets on outdoor hospitality with Eddie Bauer Adventure Club
The inaugural Utah resort comes as Travel + Leisure plots further expansion in the experiential hospitality space, per CEO Michael Brown.
By Noor Adatia • May 15, 2026 -
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Luxury trades drove US hotel transaction uptick in Q1: JLL
Total transaction volume rose 14.4% in the first quarter, driven in part by private equity and a “favorable financial environment,” per a new report.
By Noor Adatia • May 14, 2026 -
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Expedia taps AI to enhance customer support, acquire new customers
AI is handling a rising number of customer service inquiries, and the technology is enabling faster resolution when customers need to speak with human agents.
By Kristen Doerer • May 12, 2026 -
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US travel spending to see ‘low but positive’ growth in 2026
Travel spending is expected to increase 1% this year to $1.37 trillion, per the U.S. Travel Association, and hotels could benefit from improving fundamentals.
By Jenna Graber • May 11, 2026 -
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Hotels post brighter performance in Q1 as travel demand improves
In the first quarter of the year, hotel companies saw widespread U.S. RevPAR growth, hit development milestones and leveraged AI in new ways.
By Jenna Graber • May 11, 2026 -
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IHG posts Q1 US RevPAR growth, citing ‘robust’ demand fundamentals
CEO Elie Maalouf said he feels “confident” about full-year performance, particularly with momentum observed in the company’s signings and openings.
By Noor Adatia • May 7, 2026 -
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Wyndham, Choice Hotels debut new AI-powered tools
Wyndham launched a native ChatGPT app to assist travelers in hotel search and booking, while Choice rolled out a slate of solutions to improve operational efficiency for owners.
By Jenna Graber • May 7, 2026 -
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Uber expands into hotel reservations to build engagement, loyalty
These “innovations are designed to deepen the everyday utility of our services,” CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said.
By Kristen Doerer • May 6, 2026 -
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Marriott posts solid Q1 RevPAR growth, raises 2026 guidance
The first-quarter gains were buoyed by resilient travel demand, CEO Anthony Capuano shared. Marriott also made strides on the development and technology fronts.
By Jenna Graber • May 6, 2026 -
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Expedia bets on creator-led marketing with IShowSpeed partnership
The platform is becoming the official travel partner of the livestreamer known for his globe-trotting endeavors and rabid Gen Z fandom.
By Peter Adams • May 5, 2026 -
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US hotel bookings for World Cup ‘tracking below initial forecasts’: AHLA
In order to attract international travelers for the tournament, AHLA is advising against proposed last-minute tax hikes and cost increases on visas and transportation.
By Noor Adatia • May 4, 2026 -
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Luxury drove Hyatt RevPAR growth in Q1
Hyatt’s luxury brands fueled RevPAR growth in the quarter, with CEO Mark Hoplamazian noting, “If there's any sign of weakness in terms of the high-end customer, we have not seen it.”
By Lara Ewen • May 1, 2026 -
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G6 Hospitality launches Studio 6 Plus extended stay brand
The new-construction brand adds “security, space, and home-like features” for guests intending to stay for a week or longer, per CEO Sonal Sinha.
By Noor Adatia • April 30, 2026 -
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Wyndham reports flat US RevPAR in overall ‘strong’ Q1
CEO Geoff Ballotti highlighted “faster-than-expected” RevPAR recovery for Wyndham’s U.S. select-service brands and a record development pipeline of 259,000 rooms.
By Noor Adatia • April 30, 2026 -
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Westin Nashville completes $13.5M renovation as business and leisure demand evolves
The revamp prioritized “high-impact, revenue-generating areas” including the hotel’s 456 guest rooms and meeting spaces, according to owner Castlerock.
By Noor Adatia • April 29, 2026 -
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Hilton bets big on AI with vendor partnerships, guest planning tool
The hotelier is linking up with Google, OpenAI and Anthropic to expand its use of AI, CEO Chris Nassetta said Tuesday.
By Paige Gross • April 29, 2026 -
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Hilton CEO touts strong Q1 RevPAR growth, 2026 optimism
Hilton raised its full-year RevPAR outlook, with CEO Chris Nassetta noting continued conversion momentum and growth across all brand segments.
By Noor Adatia • April 28, 2026 -
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Travelers increasingly seeking ‘mental health reset’: report
New research from Amadeus found that some hotel guests are willing to pay extra for peace of mind, which creates revenue opportunities for hoteliers.
By Noor Adatia • April 27, 2026 -
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Hotel Tech-in: The tool giving hotels visibility into gen AI search
As travelers increasingly plan trips using conversational AI, Operto’s newly launched GEO Consultant helps hotels improve how they show up in guests’ searches.
By Jenna Graber • April 27, 2026 -
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Minor Hotels debuts Anantara brand in US with Miami property
The experiential luxury hotel and residences represents a “major step” in Bangkok-based Minor Hotels’ U.S. expansion plans.
By Noor Adatia • April 24, 2026 -
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Tempo by Hilton opens in Savannah, marking brand’s Georgia debut
The opening of the 148-key hotel is “an important step in the brand's growth journey” as Tempo expands into “sought-after destinations," per Tempo's global brand head.
By Noor Adatia • April 21, 2026 -
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Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center completes $70M renovation
The 14-month project brings modernized guest rooms, redesigned bathrooms and a new event space, creating something that feels “distinctly Denver.”
By Noor Adatia • April 17, 2026 -
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Hilton unveils first properties under new Apartment Collection brand
The Placemakr properties in Salt Lake City and Atlanta are now open for booking under the Hilton brand, as the apart-hotel sector gains traction.
By Noor Adatia • Updated April 17, 2026 -
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Sports Illustrated Resorts expands to Louisiana college town
Developers will convert a Hilton hotel in Baton Rouge under the lifestyle brand amid Sports Illustrated Resorts’ expansion into premier sports-driven college and university markets.
By Jenna Graber • April 17, 2026 -
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Travel and tourism contributed $11.6T to global economy in 2025: WTTC
The sector significantly outpaced global economic growth, but results were uneven across regions, “reflecting continued challenges in international visitor recovery,” particularly in North America.
By Jenna Graber • April 16, 2026
