Technology may be moving fast, but the hospitality industry is still about people. Glenn Haussman chats with Charlie Green of SkyTouch Technology about how they’re scaling […]

PORTSMOUTH, NH – April 13, 2025 As seen in the Q1 2025 Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), the total pipeline in the Asia […]

Dreamscape launches new Luxury & Lifestyle Division to support growing portfolio and future development

NORTH BETHESDA, Md., May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, is proud to announce the release of its […]

On #novacancynews I walk through the stunning new #casino hotel at Caesars New Orleans with Marc Fugnitto, VP of Project Management at IIG. From navigating design […]

“Memorial Day weekend getaways don’t have to be extravagant and costly,” said Stacey Barber, Vice President of AAA Travel. “While some travelers embark on dream vacations […]

In this episode of #NoVacancyNews, I chat with Mark D. Shalala, SVP of Development, Upscale Brands at Choice Hotels International, about why soft branding isn’t just […]

Lan Elliott joins the FNA Crew for some cocktails, laughs and embarrasement s we kick off the weekend!

In this episode of No Vacancy News, Glenn Haussman chats with Anna Scozzafava, Chief Strategy Officer and SVP of Technology at Choice Hotels, shares her insights […]

Go inside the strategy and soul of one of the West Coast’s most distinctive hotel companies with Scott Roby, Pacifica Hotels, and Chris Marquis, Invest West […]

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Extended Stay America®, the leading mid-priced extended stay hotel brand in the United States, and Grubhub, a leading food delivery platform, have announced […]

From packed sessions to powerful conversations, this year’s event proved ForWard is more than a conference — it’s changing the face of hospitality leadership.

White Lodging, a privately owned industry leader in urban and lifestyle hospitality development and management, today announced that Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer Chris […]

#novacancynews is in LA at Meet the Money and I’m with Pranav Bhakta of Driftwood Capital. We’re revealing how smart investors are navigating today’s unpredictable #hospitality […]

MIAMI, May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association (GMBHA) has named Curtis J. Crider as its new president & CEO, effective May 2025. “Curtis’s extensive background in […]

NORTH BETHESDA, Md., May 5, 2025 — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world, is celebrating a major […]

Dorraine Lallani is one of the most influential people in the hotel business you may not have heard of before. And even with decades of experience […]

Step inside the heart of Bourbon Street with Sonesta International Hotels’ Royal Sonesta New Orleans GM David Bilbe on #NoVacancyNews. From historic #neworleans charm to future […]

Hello from Las Vegas where today I am with David Pepper, Chief Development Officer at Choice Hotels International Hotels, who returns for our annual #NoVacancyNews conversation. […]

“Everything we do at Choice Hotels is about delivering value to hotel owners. The stronger we and our franchisees grow together, the more we can re-invest […]

NORTH BETHESDA, Md., May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, is refreshing its complimentary breakfast program […]

What does it take to lead 75% of the entire Hotels portfolio? During the company’s annual conference happening now, #novacancynews grabbed Judd Wadholm, SVP & GM […]

Ongoing innovation helps hoteliers and casinos maximize profits, optimize revenue, and enhance group pricing

Expected to open in 2028, Tempo by Hilton Toronto Airport underscores Hilton’s continued fast-paced addition of new lifestyle hotels in the world’s top markets

Sonesta Continues Focus on Growth in LATAM Region

PORTSMOUTH, NH – April 30, 2025 The latest Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report for Canada from Lodging Econometrics (LE) shows the country’s total pipeline has reached new all-time-high […]

McLean, VA (April 30, 2025) – The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) announces with great sadness the sudden passing of Jason Smith, Vice President of Marketing Communications. […]

Thousands of Hotel Jobs and Millions of Dollars in State and Local Tax Revenue on the Line

“Latin America continues to be a region of significant opportunity for Sonesta,” said Brian Quinn, Sonesta’s Chief Development Officer. “Renewing our Master Franchise Agreement with GHL […]

Today I’m in Marshfield, WI for #NoVacancyNews where I delivered a state of the industry report to IDM Hospitality Management and met Craig “Ned” Neddersen, the […]

Acquisition Supports Company’s Growth in Innovative Lifestyle Offerings

Kristi Gole, Executive Vice President of Strategy at Global Hotel Alliance, commented: “Travelers are telling us loud and clear – they want loyalty programs that are […]

PORTSMOUTH, NH – April 28, 2025 The recent U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE) reports that, at the close of the first quarter of […]

Russell Edmond—better known as Russell of Hotels— joins Friday Night Audit to swap podcasting stories and content tragedies. We’ve got Craig, Producer Dave, Dr. Producer Suzanne […]

We’ve got Kevin Carey, COO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and the newly appointed President & CEO of the AHLA Foundation on #novacancynews. […]

Glenn and Anthony chat about hotel news and everything else on their minds. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and […]

During #aahoacon25 I met Monil Patel. He bought his first hotel – a Red Roof hotel – at 26 years old! Though he told #NoVacancyNews the […]

PORTSMOUTH, NH – April 24, 2025 As seen in Lodging Econometrics’ (LE) Q1 2025 U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report, at the close of the quarter, the […]

Exclusive Development Agreement strengthens Wyndham’s relationship with longtime franchisee while capitalizing on countries’ booming tourism trends

Last week while #NoVacancyNews was at AAHOA’s #aahoacon25 I spoke with Chris Guimbellot, President & CEO of HI Hotels (Hospitality International). 👉 Highlights you won’t want […]

2025 Board of Directors Also Announced

Why stay at a hotel when you can live in one with loyalty perks? Last week during AAHOA’s #AAHOACON25, I spoke with Bhavin Patel of Spark […]

“I am thrilled to begin this exciting new chapter as chief technology officer at Cendyn,” said Yakesh Arora, CTO, Cendyn. “I am deeply grateful for the […]

NEW ORLEANS, April 17, 2025 – The Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), the world’s largest hotel owners association, proudly announces the appointment of Kamalesh (KP) Patel as its […]

With thoughtfully designed spaces and guest experiences focused on connection, Crowne Plaza remains a top choice for hybrid travellers

At AAHOA’s #AAHOAcon, I found Suraj Bhakta, CEO of NewGen Advisory, for a real-world, real-time look at what’s actually happening in hotel #realestate transactions right now. […]

NEW ORLEANS, Apr. 17 – AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) is pleased to announce its new Board of Directors for the 2025-26 term, elected at the […]

During AAHOA’s #aahoacon25 #NoVacancyNews got the inside scoop on the latest programs and developments from Red Roof Franchising’s Chief Development Officer Matthew Hostetler. Here’s what he […]

#novacancynews is at AAHOA’s #AAHOAcon25 with Brian Quinn, Chief Development Officer of Sonesta International Hotels, to discuss the brand-new Sonesta Simply Suites prototype to new game-changing […]

Catch this exclusive AAHOA floor interview with Red Roof President Zack Gharib where we discuss his first year in this role and where Red Roof is […]