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/article142600.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142600.html Hotel Expert Bylines Cornell Center For Hospitality Research A new study by Deepak Sirwani, Shrishti Kumar, and Manoj Thomas examines how the format of hotel ratings—stars versus numerical scores—affects travelers’ booking choices, highlighting implications for hotel marketing and online distribution channels. 2026-08-21 12:26:41 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142599.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142599.html Hotel Artificial Intelligence Vizergy AI&driven travel planning is changing hotel visibility from a competition for search rankings to one for recommendations. Hotels need to understand not only whether they appear in AI results, but whether they are accurately associated with the experiences, audiences and attributes that matter most to their business. 2026-08-21 12:14:24 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142598.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142598.html Hotel Expert Bylines Pertlink Terence Ronson argues that hotel terminals, such as self&service kiosks and digital interfaces, are becoming central guest interaction points, requiring operators to prioritize their design, functionality, and integration to meet evolving guest preferences and operational demands. 2026-08-21 11:59:00 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142597.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142597.html Hotel Trends Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC) U.S. travel agency air ticket sales reached $9.6 billion in July. Total sales climbed 18% from July 2025. 2026-08-21 11:48:06 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142596.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142596.html Hotel Expert Bylines Lighthouse AI technologies now allow hotels to analyze website visitor behavior in real time, providing operators with actionable data on guest interests, booking intent, and engagement patterns to inform marketing and revenue strategies. 2026-08-21 11:40:03 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142595.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142595.html Hotel Trends Hotel News Resource The combined value of the world’s 50 leading hotel brands increased 21% to $69.8 billion in 2026, according to Brand Finance. Hilton Hotels & Resorts remained the most valuable hotel brand, while Vinpearl led the brand&strength ranking and Delta Hotels & Resorts recorded the fastest growth in brand value. 2026-08-21 10:07:22 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142594.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142594.html Hotel Association HSMAI A new agreement between HSMAI Global and HSMAI Europe opens the way for HSMAI Europe to build a hospitality community in Turkey, bringing together hotel owners and senior industry leaders through a new Advisory Board, membership, events, education and industry collaboration. 2026-08-21 09:27:06 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142593.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142593.html Hotel Expert Bylines Newport Hospitality Group Despite stronger&than&expected performance, disciplined execution, and a focus on the guest will define hospitality’s winners in 2026 2026-08-20 10:57:57 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142592.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142592.html Hotel Development Wanda Hotels & Resorts Wanda Hotels & Resorts surpassed 300 opened hotels in August and reported more than 500 additional properties in its development pipeline. 2026-08-20 10:49:36 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142590.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142590.html Hotel Appointments Sabre Sabre has appointed Derek Sharp as Senior Vice President of Lodging, Ground and Media, effective Sept. 8. 2026-08-20 10:34:56 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142589.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142589.html Hotel Trends CoStar U.S. hotel occupancy, average daily rate and RevPAR increased year over year in the week ending Aug. 15, with San Diego and Tampa posting notable gains. 2026-08-20 10:21:03 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142588.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142588.html Hotel Expert Bylines HFTP Frank Wolfe highlights the growing need for hospitality education programs to better equip graduates with practical financial management skills, as employers increasingly prioritize candidates who can contribute to property&level financial performance and cost control. 2026-08-20 10:05:15 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142587.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142587.html Hotel Expert Bylines Lighthouse Femke Nollet outlines ten key trends projected to shape independent hotels by 2026, emphasizing the need for proactive adjustments in guest experience, technology adoption, sustainability practices, and revenue management to address shifting industry standards and consumer demands. 2026-08-20 09:56:55 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142586.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142586.html Hotel Trends HVS HVS discusses the main hotel transactions from the first half of 2025 and examines trends in single&asset and portfolio transactions over the years. 2026-08-20 09:42:08 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142585.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142585.html Hotel Development Hotel News Resource A dual&branded Fairmont and Element hotel project in New Orleans has secured $120 million in financing, enabling the development of a property that will combine luxury and extended&stay offerings within a single location. 2026-08-20 09:34:18 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142584.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142584.html Hotel Sales and Marketing Cendyn Discover the investments shaping visibility, direct revenue, and guest acquisition in an AI&first hospitality landscape. 2026-08-20 09:08:47 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142583.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142583.html Hotel Appointments First Hospitality First Hospitality has appointed Jack Meakin as Vice President of Business Development, tasking him with driving the company's growth through new management contracts and development opportunities. 2026-08-19 19:31:20 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142582.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142582.html Hotel Appointments Luxury Collection The Hythe, a Luxury Collection Resort, Vail Welcomes new General Manager Kevin Shields and Executive Chef Douglas Farnsworth 2026-08-19 19:10:11 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142581.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142581.html Hotel Environmental Horwath HTL New and forthcoming regulations in Europe are making unsubstantiated 'eco&friendly' claims by hotels a significant legal and financial liability, requiring operators and brands to provide credible evidence for environmental marketing statements or face penalties and reputational damage. 2026-08-19 12:02:46 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142580.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142580.html Hotel Trends PhocusWire The ANZ travel market is projected to contract in 2026 due to economic pressures and evolving traveler behavior, with recovery expected by 2029, impacting hotel occupancy, revenue projections, and development planning across Australia and New Zealand. 2026-08-19 11:41:46 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142579.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142579.html Hotel Technology Google Google will spend $10 million to purchase the data of defunct Spirit Airlines.  2026-08-19 11:37:30 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142578.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142578.html Hotel Artificial Intelligence Hotel News Resource A study by Mindtrip, Sabre, Sojern and MMGY Travel Intelligence found that travelers are adopting artificial intelligence for destination research, itinerary planning and price comparisons faster than destination marketing organizations are adding AI tools and strategies to their own websites. 2026-08-19 11:30:42 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142577.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142577.html Hotel Openings Rosewood Hotels Red Sea Global has announced the opening of Rosewood AMAALA, a 110&key resort at Triple Bay on Saudi Arabia’s northwestern Red Sea coast. 2026-08-19 10:57:48 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142576.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142576.html Hotel Expert Bylines EHL Hospitality Business School The Hospitality Finance and Economics Conference, marking its tenth anniversary, continues to convene international experts to share research and best practices, underscoring the industry's commitment to advancing financial and economic understanding through global academic and professional collaboration. 2026-08-19 10:34:21 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142575.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142575.html Hotel Trends Lodging Econometrics Global hotel construction activity reached 15,976 projects totaling 2.43 million rooms at the end of the second quarter of 2026. The United States and China accounted for 59% of projects in the worldwide pipeline, while India, Saudi Arabia and several regional markets recorded year&over&year growth. 2026-08-19 10:26:04 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142574.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142574.html Hotel Appointments Hospitality Ventures Management Group Hospitality Ventures Management Group has appointed Pete Sams president, with responsibility for day&to&day business operations and company performance. 2026-08-19 10:09:46 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142573.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142573.html Hotel Sales and Marketing Cloudbeds The article provides a comprehensive overview of hotel advertising by detailing current strategies, available channels, and practical examples, offering hospitality professionals actionable guidance for improving marketing performance and guest acquisition. 2026-08-19 10:02:17 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142572.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142572.html Hotel Sales and Marketing Cendyn Jiva Hill Resort achieved a 31% increase in campaign revenue by implementing Cendyn's data&driven digital marketing strategy, highlighting the financial impact of advanced marketing technologies on hotel performance. 2026-08-19 09:50:21 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142570.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142570.html Hotel Expert Bylines Caribbean Tourism Organization Trevor Sadler highlights a collaborative initiative between two island destinations to jointly promote tourism, share best practices, and leverage combined resources to enhance their global competitiveness and visitor appeal. 2026-08-19 09:14:38 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142568.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142568.html Hotel Expert Bylines Pertlink Terence Ronson examines how the growing use of blockchain tokenization in hospitality is introducing new opportunities for monetization while also raising concerns about transaction fees, regulatory oversight, and the operational impact on hotels and their technology partners. 2026-08-19 09:00:55 EST