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AHLA Sees Strong Potential Despite Challenges

Hotel trade association sees positives in shifting traveler behavior, guest spending and major events >>…

February 7, 2025

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Hilton Business Transient RevPAR Up 3% in Q4 Over 2023

CEO sees trend continuing through 2025 >>…

February 7, 2025

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Location, Location, Location 2-5-25

Openings in Cottonwood, Ariz.; and Melbourne, Australia >>…

February 5, 2025

1 minute read

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Location, Location, Location 1-29-25

Openings in Nairobi, Kenya; and Houston >>…

January 29, 2025

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Location, Location, Location 1-22-25

Openings in Raleigh, NC, and McKinney, TX >>…

January 22, 2025

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Location, Location, Location 1-15-25

Openings in São Paulo, New Orleans and Bangkok >>…

January 15, 2025

1 minute read

A modern and cozy hotel suite featuring a dining area, a living room, and a separate bedroom. The dining area includes a white table with two upholstered chairs. The living room has a comfortable beige sectional sofa, a side table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted TV on a sleek desk paired with an ergonomic chair. Large windows with sheer curtains let in natural light. The bedroom, visible through an open doorway, includes a neatly made bed with white linens and modern bedside lamps. Neutral tones and contemporary artwork adorn the space, creating a relaxing atmosphere.

November Was One of Best Months in 2024 for Extended Stay Hotels, Says Report

Research from The Highland Group shows increases in rate and RevPAR >>…

January 2, 2025

2 minutes read

A graphic illustration featuring a large pink map pin icon on a faded map background, symbolizing location. Adjacent to the pin are three colorful, stacked blocks with the word “LOCATION” written in bold uppercase letters. Each block is in a different color gradient: turquoise, magenta, and purple. The design emphasizes the phrase "Location, Location, Location.

Location, Location, Location 12-31-24

Openings in Jakarta, Indonesia; and Diriyah, Saudi Arabia >>…

December 29, 2024

1 minute read

A modern hotel named "Garner Inn and Suites" during sunset. The building features clean architectural lines with a light gray and black exterior and large windows. The entrance is covered by a wide awning supported by pillars, and the surrounding area includes a neatly maintained parking lot, green lawns, and small landscaped trees. The sky is illuminated with warm orange and red hues, adding a serene ambiance.

Garner Hotels Has 90 Hotels Open or in Pipeline a Year After Debut

Brand sees extensive growth internationally >>…

December 29, 2024

1 minute read

A man passionately protesting during a labor strike in front of a banner reading "Hilton Hawaiian Village ON STRIKE! UNITE HERE." The man is wearing a black T-shirt with the text "RESPECT OUR WORK" and raising his fist in the air, expressing determination and solidarity. Other protesters in the background hold similar signs, with tropical trees and buildings visible under a clear sky.

San Francisco Hotel Strike Settled

Agreement resolves months of labor disputes >>…

December 29, 2024

1 minute read

An image promoting the "Engine" platform, set against a breathtaking coastal view. The background features a winding road along cliffs with the ocean stretching out to the right. On the left, a white icon resembling a stylized flag or layered sails is positioned above the word "Engine" in bold white text. Below are brightly colored icons with text for different stages of travel: "Book" (red with a plane icon), "Travel" (blue with a departure icon), "Work" (yellow with a gear icon), and "Save" (teal with a document icon), emphasizing the platform's comprehensive travel planning features.

Engine Adds Tools To Help Hotels Fill Rooms

Business travel platform to offer discounts, rewards and group RFP management >>…

December 26, 2024

2 minutes read

A graphic illustration featuring a large pink map pin icon on a faded map background, symbolizing location. Adjacent to the pin are three colorful, stacked blocks with the word “LOCATION” written in bold uppercase letters. Each block is in a different color gradient: turquoise, magenta, and purple. The design emphasizes the phrase "Location, Location, Location.

Location, Location, Location 12-23-24

Openings in Orlando, Las Vegas and Cape Town >>…

December 23, 2024

1 minute read