The author questions whether the Caribbean Tourism Organization genuinely prioritizes resort and stay-over tourism, citing cruise industry sponsorship of its sustainability awards and structural tax advantages favoring cruise lines over hotels.

EHL student and Young Hospitality Summit president Ilona Guérin argues Gen Z hoteliers are driven and passionate, but warns formalising "generation translator" roles would widen, not bridge, the gap.

For decades, hotel performance has been measured through a familiar set of metrics: occupancy, Average Daily Rate (ADR), and Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR).

We’re delighted to share that GuestRevu has been selected as a preferred guest feedback and reputation management provider for The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW)

Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Co-developers AmeriCraft Homes and M Group Companies have secured a $60 million construction loan from DLP Capital for the Margaritaville Vacation Residences Myrtle Beach. 
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Reading Time: < 1 minuteBHN editor Eloise Hanson chats to Airbnb's global head of real estate Jesse Stein. They discuss what a hotel strategy looks like for the company, why now, and how the platform is trying to disrupt the distribution model.
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Choice Hotels International announced the promotion of Tony Pallas to chief technology officer. Read more. The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority announced the appointment of Charmaine Spencer as chief marketing officer, following her successful tenure as ABTA director of tourism for the Caribbean and Latin America, a position she has held since 2018. As CMO, Spencer will oversee the ABTA’s global marketing and commercial strategy, brand development, integrated marketing, public relations, market intelligence, trade and partnership […]
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WHITEFISH, Montana—Pursuit debuted Hotel Whitefish, a multi-million-dollar reinvestment in Grouse Mountain Lodge that will introduce a refreshed stay, event, and gathering experience. Rolling out in phases, the transformation includes 72 refreshed South Wing guestrooms now open, pool and hot tub upgrades arriving this summer, a new 8,250-square-foot Event Pavilion opening in fall 2026, and reimagined dining, shared spaces and additional guestrooms as part of the full Hotel Whitefish launch in Summer 2027. Project Details The […]
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Independent hotel owners are pioneering new strategies to escape the reactive pricing cycle, leading to significant changes in their business operations and competitive positioning.

The new edition of the Hotel Distribution Technology Chart highlights the rise of AI discovery, map-based commerce, conversational booking, and the growing importance of structured hotel data.

As a revenue manager or general manager in hospitality, you know how critical it is to balance high occupancy with a flawless guest experience. Negative reviews influence people more than positive reviews. And, in this digital era, people compare every product and service before buying. In the hotel and hospitality industry, it is more common. […]
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A fireside chat between 2 industry stalwarts – Yogeesh Chandra (Head – New Product Strategy and M&A, RateGain) and Reuben Kataria (General Manager, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Bengaluru). What Is Hotel Guest Messaging? Hotel guest messaging is a technology-driven communication approach that allows hotels to interact with guests in real time through channels such […]
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Hotel Designs
Craft, Conscience and Clerkenwell: CDW 2026 in review
Craft, Conscience and Clerkenwell: CDW 2026 in review
Pauline Brettell.

Hotel Designs
Nobu to debut in Madrid with its fifth Spanish property
Nobu to debut in Madrid with its fifth Spanish property
Pauline Brettell.

Located 300 metres from the city's main railway station, the property connects to direct rail services to Vienna, Munich and Zurich

Wyboston Lakes Resort was ‘a strong performer’ for its social and environmental processes, ranking at 92.4

Sydney, Australia – A new report by SiteMinder, the world’s leading hotel commerce platform, reveals hotel demand is set to remain steady over the coming months, defying global conditions. The mid-year edition of SiteMinder’s Hotel Booking Trends report, based on data from SiteMinder’s platform which generates 135 million hotel bookings each year, covers stays between […]

Learn how Hotel Azul Oaxaca lifted revenue and unlocked corporate demand in Mexico using SiteMinder's channel manager, Demand Plus, and GDS.

CHICAGO (June 10, 2026) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and The Skin Deep, the Emmy Award-winning experience design studio and relationship platform known for its emotional storytelling and...

CHICAGO (June 10, 2026) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that Hyatt and Hyatt hotels have hired more than 12,000 Opportunity Youth worldwide between 2018 and 2025, exceeding...

Consumer discovery is moving faster than hotel technology and operating models can adapt

What a single night's revenue actually keeps, once the channel takes its cut before anyone starts counting

HotelsByDay lets families book premium hotel rooms by the day so Dad can relax, refresh, and enjoy the city without an overnight stay. Why Day Use Hotels Make Father’s Day Better Standard Father’s Day outings hit a friction point around midday: everyone needs somewhere to rest, refresh, or change, but paying for a full hotel […]

HotelsByDay helps families celebrate Father’s Day with daycation hotel bookings in top destinations worldwide. Father’s Day is a global celebration observed in over 50 countries, honoring fathers, stepfathers, and father figures for their contributions to family and society. The date varies by country. The United States, Canada, and the UK observe it on the third […]