https://www.hotelnewsresource.com Hotel Industry News EN https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/images/logo.gif https://www.hotelnewsresource.com support@nevistas.com https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143151.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143151.html Hotel Openings Minor Hotels Oaks Vacation Club Kyoto Gojo and Oaks Vacation Club Kyoto Shijo add 47 rooms in the heart of the city. 2026-10-01 14:17:29 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143150.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143150.html Hotel Openings Hotel Indigo Hotel Indigo Raleigh has reopened following a $36 million renovation, signaling a significant reinvestment in the downtown Raleigh hospitality market and the brand's continued focus on property upgrades. 2026-10-01 14:13:55 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143149.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143149.html Hotel Development Minor Hotels Minor Hotels has signed a management agreement to operate Dukes London at 35 St. James’s Place, which is scheduled to reopen in Q2 2027 as Dukes London, Minor Reserve Collection. 2026-10-01 14:10:36 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143148.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143148.html Hotel Development Autograph Collection Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook has begun operating as Hotel Wildemont, an Autograph Collection Hotel, with new dining, beverage and event programming. 2026-10-01 13:57:04 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143147.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143147.html Hotel Trends ITB China China’s travel market continued to expand in 2025, with outbound trips reaching 167.92 million and international arrivals rising 31% to 35.17 million, according to the ITB China Travel Trends Report 2026/27. The report identifies demand for personalized experiences, evolving destination choices, wider use of artificial intelligence and changing corporate&event budgets as major market developments. 2026-10-01 13:40:58 EST https://www.travelindustrywire.com/article143146.html https://www.travelindustrywire.com/article143146.html Hotel Trends Airports Council International European Air Passenger Traffic grew +3.9% in July and +3.1% in August, accelerating from +1.3% in Q2 – but stark differences persist across national markets. 2026-10-01 13:25:47 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143144.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143144.html Hotel Trends HotStats Italian hotels have achieved strong profit margins by focusing on expense control and operational efficiencies, illustrating that robust bottom&line performance is possible despite only modest increases in top&line revenue. 2026-10-01 13:05:54 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143143.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143143.html Hotel Association AHLA The American Hotel & Lodging Association has publicly congratulated Keith Sonderling on his confirmation as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Labor, a development that may influence labor regulations affecting the hospitality sector. 2026-10-01 12:57:46 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143142.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143142.html Hotel Appointments ABTA Helen Tustin has been appointed to the ABTA Board of Directors, a move that may influence the association's strategic direction and advocacy on behalf of travel and hospitality sector stakeholders. 2026-10-01 12:32:24 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143141.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143141.html Hotel Technology Hapi Hapi has launched a solution that connects guest identity information across multiple hotel systems, enabling hotels to consolidate guest profiles and streamline data management for improved service delivery and operational coordination. 2026-10-01 12:25:14 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143140.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143140.html Hotel Trends CoStar National occupancy rose to 69.7%, while RevPAR increased 14.2% year over year during the week of Sept. 20&26. 2026-10-01 11:48:04 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143139.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143139.html Hotel Technology Traka Traka showcased its asset management solutions at the Independent Hotel Show, highlighting technology designed to help hotel operators improve control over keys and equipment across their properties. 2026-10-01 11:30:28 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143138.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143138.html Hotel Development Nobu Hospitality Nobu announced plans to open a 50&room Nobu Hotel and Restaurant in San Juan in 2028, marking its first venture in Puerto Rico. 2026-09-30 15:58:05 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143137.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143137.html Hotel Development Hotel News Resource A judicial review in The Bahamas is examining environmental approvals for the planned Rosewood Exuma resort, including claims that the development was assessed in parts rather than as a single project. Developer Yntegra Group disputes the allegations. 2026-09-30 13:54:10 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143136.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143136.html Hotel Artificial Intelligence Hotel News Resource A survey of 4,000 travelers in the United States, United Kingdom and Australia found that 73% have experienced a major travel problem, with respondents estimating that such incidents have cost them nearly $2,500 on average. Many said inaccurate information contributed to their losses, while most expect to use AI tools in future travel planning. 2026-09-30 13:26:50 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143134.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143134.html Hotel Appointments Mandarin Oriental Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has appointed Emmy Stoel as General Manager of the Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, Amsterdam, signaling a leadership transition at the brand's flagship property in the Netherlands. 2026-09-30 12:48:35 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143133.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143133.html Hotel Development Kimpton IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to open the Kimpton Rome Hotel in 2029, signaling continued brand expansion and investment in Rome's competitive luxury hotel sector. 2026-09-30 12:41:31 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143132.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143132.html Hotel Appointments Kempinski Kempinski Group has appointed Andrea Vanni as Chief Financial Officer, signaling a focus on financial oversight and strategic planning as the company continues its international growth. 2026-09-30 12:35:38 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143131.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143131.html Hotel Technology Cloudbeds Jet Luxury is expanding its portfolio of luxury accommodations while emphasizing the retention of personalized, high&touch guest experiences despite scaling its operations. 2026-09-30 12:30:21 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143130.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143130.html Hotel Technology Tripleseat Chris Pridemore, SVP of Customer Operations at Tripleseat, breaks down what more than 7 million events reveal about the state of hospitality and where operators can find opportunities for growth. 2026-09-30 12:19:53 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143129.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143129.html Hotel Trends IATA Global air transport demand declined 0.8% year&on&year in August 2026, as a sharp downturn in the Middle East interrupted the region’s recent recovery. Middle Eastern carriers reported a 14.6% drop in demand compared with August 2025, reversing the improving trend seen in previous months. 2026-09-30 12:09:55 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143128.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143128.html Hotel Trends HVS The HVS forecast is anticipating a strong fall meeting and convention season, following very solid summer performance. ADR is the star of the show this year, with a robust stock market and a propensity for booking more luxury and upper&upscale stays lifting the overall average well beyond initial expectations. Other factors currently impacting our industry include youth sports and staffing challenges. 2026-09-30 11:59:21 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143127.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143127.html Hotel Expert Bylines Lighthouse Daniel Foreman outlines the formula for calculating hotel average daily rate (ADR) and provides actionable strategies for hospitality professionals to increase ADR through pricing optimization, targeted marketing, and enhanced guest experience. 2026-09-30 11:56:12 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143126.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143126.html Hotel Technology Travel Outlook Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club in Cape Cod has partnered with Travel Outlook, a hospitality&focused call center, to enhance its guest reservation experience and drive higher direct booking conversions through personalized pre&arrival communication. 2026-09-30 11:50:20 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143125.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143125.html Hotel Hotels For Sale CBRE Hotels Salter Brothers has listed the 131&room Mercure Newcastle at 12 Steel Street for sale through an expressions of interest campaign closing Nov. 5, 2026. 2026-09-30 11:42:56 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143124.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143124.html Hotel Expert Bylines HospitalityLawyer.com A split among U.S. federal appeals courts has created differing legal standards on when hospitality employers can be held liable for workplace harassment committed by non&employees, raising compliance and risk management concerns for hotel operators and owners. 2026-09-30 11:36:27 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143123.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143123.html Hotel Appointments Four Seasons Hotels Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler has named Marla Barnshaw as Commercial Director, placing her in charge of revenue management, sales, and marketing for the property. 2026-09-30 11:28:40 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143122.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143122.html Hotel Development Choice Hotels Choice Hotels’ planned acquisition of RV membership platform Harvest Hosts moves the hotel franchisor into a travel category well beyond the traditional hotel room — and adds to a broader push by major hotel companies to capture outdoor travel through their loyalty, distribution and membership platforms. 2026-09-30 11:24:02 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143121.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143121.html Hotel Appointments Hyatt Hyatt Hotels Corporation has appointed Amar Lalvani as its first chief creative officer, effective immediately, in addition to his role as president and creative director of Hyatt’s Lifestyle Group. 2026-09-30 11:14:13 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143120.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article143120.html Hotel Conferences WTTC The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has convened over 100 global speakers for its Global Summit, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss key issues and future strategies impacting the travel and tourism sector worldwide. 2026-09-30 11:09:19 EST