The resort will be on 50 acres of prime real estate, including 400 meters of untouched beachfront. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
New SiteMinder Report Reveals Hotel Revenue Up to 60% Higher from a Direct Booking Than Other Booking Sources
A new report by SiteMinder, the world’s leading hotel distribution and revenue platform, reveals that hotel websites outperformed all other booking sources in driving revenue per booking in 2024, by as much as 60%. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
U.S. Sees Unprecedented Growth in Hotel Construction Pipeline
The U.S. hotel construction industry marked a record&breaking year in 2024, with 6,378 projects in the pipeline, as per the latest Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend report by Lodging Econometrics (LE). Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Four Seasons Announces New Private Residences in Tamarindo, Mexico
The development includes a collection of 25 luxury villas and estates, following the success of the Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, which opened in November 2022. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Wyndham's Viva Resorts Opens New All&Inclusive Getaway in Dominican Republic
Viva Miches by Wyndham, an all&inclusive resort in the emerging tourist destination of Miches, Dominican Republic, is now open for bookings. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Marriott Set to Open World's Largest Courtyard Hotel in Saudi Arabia
Marriott International has revealed plans to open a 2,179&room Courtyard by Marriott hotel in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Redefining the Travel Distribution Landscape: Opportunities and Challenges for Business Travel
The business travel industry’s evolution demands more efficient, dynamic, and customer&focused travel distribution systems. Advanced distribution capabilities, often referred to as New Distribution Capability (NDC), present a transformative opportunity for stakeholders & from travel management companies (TMCs) to hoteliers & to address persistent challenges and unlock new … [Read more...]
HVS Market Report & Halifax, Nova Scotia
The Nova Scotia lodging market, particularly in Halifax, has experienced rapid growth in the years following the pandemic. In 2024, provincial RevPAR levels are projected to reach 128% of their 2019 benchmark, driven by rising ADR and an enhanced hotel supply. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Downloadable Guide: Creative Strategy: The Key to More Direct Bookings In 2025
A strong creative strategy is the foundation of a website designed to drive conversions and a key to increasing direct bookings. According to a 2023 study by Yahoo!, creative accounts for 79% of top&of&mind ad recall, making it the strongest driver of ad effectiveness and brand perception. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
How To Attract More Hotel Guests With Data&Driven Digital Marketing Services
As the most prosperous properties and travel brands have discovered, in the information age, data can be a monumental difference&maker. By using powerful, data&driven digital services, hoteliers can set their hotel marketing strategies apart, drive more bookings & and boost their profits. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
2025 Travel Trends: Adventure, Family Time, and Sustainability Take Center Stage
According to a survey by leading travel technology company Sabre, 2025 travelers are prioritizing multiple trips, adventure experiences, and quality time with extended family. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Ten Trends Shaping Corporate Communications in 2025
'In a rapidly evolving landscape...' & This Chat&GPT siren seems to be the most frequently used phrase of the past year and immediately makes me question the content that follows. However, we can all reluctantly relate to the statement and the Communications function is no exception. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Mitch Patel named AHLA board chair
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) has announced its 2025 officers, executive committee and board of directors. Vision Hospitality Group Founder/CEO Mitch Patel will lead the board of directors as chair; Marriott International Group President, U.S. & Canada Liam Brown will serve as vice chair; Davidson Hospitality Group CEO/President Thom Geshay will serve as … [Read more...]
AHLA Foundation Shares 2025 Board of Trustees
WASHINGTON—AHLA Foundation announced its 2025 Board of Trustees, welcoming Anu Saxena as the new chair. Saxena, who serves as the president of Hilton Supply Management, will lead the Foundation’s mission to support the hotel industry’s workforce through programs, research, and career development initiatives. “I am honored to serve as chair of the AHLA Foundation Board of Trustees during this … [Read more...]
James Hansen joins Reeco
Reeco, an AI-driven procure-to-pay platform for the hospitality industry, has named James Hansen VP, business development. With more than 25 years of experience in hospitality and hotel management, Hansen will help scale Reeco’s growth in the hotel sector, leveraging his industry knowledge to forge strategic partnerships and drive revenue growth. “James brings a wealth of experience and a … [Read more...]
Airbnb criticises Spain’s new rental rules: Data shows crackdowns on owners don’t stem overtourism
Amsterdam brought in new rules for Airbnb hosts in 2022 and the results are revealing. Short-term rental booking platform Airbnb has hit back at Spanish restrictions on rental properties, stressing that they will have severe repercussions for both income and jobs.Citing research undertaken by Oxford Economics in late 2024, Airbnb warns of 400,000 jobs being put at risk by the regulations, … [Read more...]
Dash Design acquired by Saguez & Partners
Dash Design, a New York-based design firm founded by David Ashen in 2004, has been acquired by Saguez & Partners, a Paris-based global design agency. “We have been formally collaborating on projects in Europe and the U.S. over the past three years under the name of Saguez & Dash, sharing resources and creative direction, and collectively realized a tremendous global growth and expansion … [Read more...]
Welcome Inns of America launches
Urban Park Hotels has launched Welcome Inns of America, a new membership-affiliated hotel/motel brand that is a “conversion-friendly” opportunity flag for hotel/motel owners in the economy segment. “The new brand is for those hotel owners who are good operators but cannot afford the initial fees or renovation cost associated with being a franchise, a segment that has been virtually ignored in the … [Read more...]
Resolute Road Hospitality Adds Doubletree by Hilton Spokane City Center to Portfolio
BOISE, Idaho—Resolute Road Hospitality announced a strategic partnership with JMA Ventures to manage the DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center, located in Spokane, Washington. The addition of this property expands Resolute Road’s footprint to eight states across the United States. “We are delighted to announce our partnership with JMA Ventures as we welcome the DoubleTree Spokane into the … [Read more...]
Viva Resorts by Wyndham Unveils Viva Miches: The Dominican Republic’s Hidden Gem
Viva Miches by Wyndham, a new all-inclusive resort located in the up-and-coming destination of Miches, Dominican Republic, was officially unveiled on Dec. 20, 2024 and is now available for booking at special rates as low as $117 per person, per night. Viva Miches is nestled in the scenic, secluded coastal town of Playa Esmeralda, offering an exclusive escape from crowded tourist spots. Easily … [Read more...]