The hotel technology architecture debate sharpened this week, with AI readiness now emerging as the deciding criterion in the choice between integrated suites and best-of-breed systems. Series by Marriott reached 75 signings and 50 open properties across 43 Indian cities in under six months, addi...

The article argues that successful salespeople focus on understanding client needs through strategic questioning and silence rather than traditional pitching techniques.

Following an exquisite stay at a luxury hotel, there are often numerous amenities, services and design qualities to remark on. Really, luxury hotel is the blending

IRIS, the global provider of digital F&B and guest experience platforms, will showcase its latest mobile ordering innovations, integrations and guest engagement

Reading Time: < 1 minuteWorldwide: The Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) has added four brands to its portfolio, expanding with 22 properties across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. 
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Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, a division of real estate brokerage Douglas Elliman, has been appointed by BDT & MSD Partners as the exclusive sales and marketing firm for The Residences at The Boca Raton.
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A centennial is a remarkable milestone for a company in any sector, including hotel development and management. While many of its competitors have been in operation for decades, Tampa, Florida-based McKibbon Hospitality’s roots can be traced back to 1926, when entrepreneurs John, Sr. (Jack) and Marvin McKibbon opened a small Piggly Wiggly franchise in Gainesville, Georgia. But for McKibbon Hospitality, the anniversary signifies an extraordinary evolution—not merely staying power. The company’s growth has been highlighted […]
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According to new research released by Amadeus, more than 315 hotel and venue sales leaders worldwide said that finding qualified leads and standing out against rising competition are the biggest challenges shaping group and corporate sales in 2026.  The findings were detailed in the newly published Global Hotel Sales Leader Insight Report.  The report focused on global hotel and venue sales professionals responsible for managing group, event, and corporate business, and highlighted five themes defining commercial performance this year—from accelerating lead qualification and improving RFP process to strengthening commercial alignment and leveraging intuitive technology.  Five Key Insights […]
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Denver recorded its highest-ever number of domestic visitors and tourism spending in 2025, with 37.6 million visitors and $10.5 billion in expenditures, according to data from Longwoods International, marking a 1.4% increase over the previous year and outpacing pre-pandemic levels.

The luxury beachfront resort is located in Riviera Maya. Güelman Ros brings more than 30 years of hospitality experience in the Americas and the Caribbean.

India, 21st May 2026: RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (BSE: 543417, NSE: RATEGAIN), a global leader in AI-powered SaaS solutions for the travel and hospitality industry, reported strong quarterly performance driven by sustained revenue growth, healthy profitability, and continued progress on the integration of Sojern. The quarter reflected continued momentum across RateGain’s AI-led platform strategy as […]
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According to HEDNA, NYU SPS Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality, and RateGain’s 2025 industry benchmark, the direct channel now accounts for roughly 21% of hotel bookings. That shift puts the booking engine at the centre of commercial strategy. It sits at the exact point where website traffic either becomes a confirmed reservation or leaks […]
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Hotel Designs
Uganda’s Silverback Lodge redefines contemporary safari conventions
Uganda’s Silverback Lodge redefines contemporary safari conventions
Pauline Brettell.

Hotel Designs
Case Study: The Tawny Hotel expands nature-led hospitality with The Owlets
Case Study: The Tawny Hotel expands nature-led hospitality with The Owlets
Stuart O'Brien.

Learn how Ratanui Lodge used SiteMinder's UltraSync to replace five-minute rate changes with a few clicks and unlock mobile pricing effortlessly.

Learn how Ormond Group lifted revenue 10% YoY, reduced overbookings, and grew online visibility across its portfolio with SiteMinder's platform.

CHICAGO (May 21, 2026) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today participation by executives at the following conferences: Mark Hoplamazian, Chairman, President and Chief Executive...

CHICAGO (May 14, 2026) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) will hold a webcast for its 2026 Investor Day from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CT on Thursday, May 28, 2026. A live webcast and...

The company says influencers’ audiences, marketing reach, and community engagement are driving unusually high booking performance for new experience formats

The company’s new B2B platform signals a push toward end-to-end travel distribution, where partners can build AI-powered booking experiences on top of Expedia’s supply and servicing stack

London Heathrow has four real ways to handle layover downtime: book a nap pod at YOTEL Heathrow inside Terminal 4, get a sleep cabin with shower access at Aerotel Heathrow inside Terminal 3, book a day-use hotel room at a connected property like Sofitel London Heathrow (T5) or Hilton Heathrow T4, or pick a day […]

London is one of the world’s most iconic cities. It is a unique blend of 2,000 years of history, cutting-edge modernity, and endless character. Whether you’re planning your first visit or returning for the tenth time, these 21 interesting facts about London will give you a deeper appreciation of this remarkable metropolis. Updated for 2026, […]