Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Increasingly Aligned with the Interests of U.S. Travelers

~Nostalgia, An Evolving Family Dynamic, and A Family-First Mindset Are Shaping Vacation Sentiment Across Generations~

McLean, VA (Sept. 4, 2024) – The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) and Curacity have jointly released a comprehensive white paper on the importance of upper-funnel marketing in the […]

Peachtree Group, a vertically integrated investment management firm, has launched a restaurant management division. Under the leadership of Daniel Puglisi, SVP of corporate operations for hospitality […]

Glenn chatted with Doug Browne, President of the iconic Peabody Hotel in Memphis, during the Southern Lodging Summit. As the Peabody Hotel approaches its 100th anniversary […]

It’s RFP (Request for Proposal) season! Cesar Wurm, VP of Commercial and Premium Brands at IHG Hotels & Resorts joins us to explore crucial topics you […]

ATLANTA (Sept. 3, 2024) – Peachtree Group (“Peachtree”) today announced the promotion of Steve Mackenzie to executive vice president of hotel operations in the firm’s hospitality management […]

We’re getting ready for an end of summer blast here on FNA and we’re joined by Alex Coury, CEO and Founder at Coury Consulting, who’s better […]

Sept. 1 event honors and thanks hotel employees

The ultimate guide to extended stay with Glenn McFarland, VP at Choice Hotels’ Extended Stay brand, and co-host Matt McElhare, VP and Segment Lead at Choice […]

ABERDEEN, SD — August 29, 2024 — My Place Hotels of America has opened My Place Hotel-Randolph, VT in Randolph Center, VT. It is the first My Place property to […]

The Proposal to Build Hudson Yards West on top of the Undeveloped Western Rail Yards is an Unprecedented $12B Total Project Investment in NYC that will Create 35,000 […]

OUTER BANKS, N.C., August 28, 2024—Hospitality industry veteran Wendy Hoekwater today announced the formation of Net Growth Marketing, LLC, a marketing and sales consulting firm specializing […]

It’s back to school week here for me as I’ve got two kids off to college. So I spoke with Rachael Hood, Senior Editor of Travel […]

Conversion Agreement Signed with Choice’s Suburban Studios Extended Stay Brand

In 2023, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas announced the $188 million renovation of its Convention Center and last week, unveiled the transformation of the first completed […]

(Lebanon, N.H. – Aug. 26, 2024) Halfway through 2024, more than half of employees (55%) who travel for work expect their business travel to remain consistent with […]

Brian Hughes Named EVP of Business Development and Damien Abrams Promoted to VP of Lifestyle Brands

Wayne Tabor may be a hotelier, but we love he’s also on a competition BBQ team in his home town of Memphis. Grab a drink and […]

Shane Green, Founder and President of SGEi, talks about how to inspire people and companies to move beyond the mundane and out of status quo to […]

I caught up with Dina Belon, President of Staypineapple Hotels Inc. during the Southern Lodging Summit, where she shared insights on optimizing hospitality operations through implementing […]

Matthew Hughes of M3 uncovers how their innovative accounting solutions are transforming hotel operations by solving complex integration challenges. Matt shares his experience of helping hoteliers […]

“We congratulate Christopher Trick on his new role as Chief Marketing & Performance Officer, a key position that marks an exciting new chapter for Sonesta,” said […]

Up-and-coming market consistently leads in meeting event growth in 2024, while Philadelphia led in the top 25 markets

LAS VEGAS, Aug. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) (“MGM Resorts” or the “Company”) today appointed Keith Barr, former CEO of IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), […]

ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham Dallas Plano/Frisco – the second-ever to open in the U.S. – is celebrating its Grand Opening today. The hotel is […]

Enhanced Program Promotes Unique Advantage for Sonesta Franchising

George Fleck Appointed to Lead Next Chapter of Brand Expansion for the Iconic Luxury Lifestyle Hotel Brand

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the planned acquisition of the brands and most of the affiliates of pioneering lifestyle company Standard International, parent company of The Standard […]

Discover the secrets behind the success of LivAway Suites, an innovative upscale economy extended stay hotel. In this episode, COO Kevin Dailey and I explore the […]

AAA booking data shows Alaska cruises, European cities, and tourist attractions are most popular

ATLANTA, GA, August 14, 2024 – To further showcase diverse voices at hospitality industry conferences worldwide, the Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance has introduced an interactive Speaker Directory […]

Hospitality industry business segment growth normalizes over 2023, according to the Knowland and Amadeus 2Q2024 Hospitality Group and Business Performance Index

Hyatt Exceeds $2 Billion Sell-Down Commitment

“We are delighted to announce the opening of The St. Regis Longboat Key, a true testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled luxury and personalized […]

We discuss current trends and challenges in the hospitality industry with Mitch Patel, CEO of Vision Hospitality Group, focusing on the rise of extended stay hotels, […]

Scott Stephens, of HREC Investment Advisors, and Glenn Bisbing, Director of Franchise Services at Extended Stay America (ESA) on why major hotel brands are entering the […]

WASHINGTON (Aug. 16, 2024) – American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) Interim President and CEO Kevin Carey released the following statement after the General Services Administration (GSA) […]

Dallas – August 15, 2024 – CBRE is reducing its forecast for U.S. hotel performance this year, as lodging demand softens due to weaker-than-expected leisure travel and slowing corporate […]

August 15, 2024 – PORTSMOUTH, NH In the Q2 2024 Europe Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), analysts report the region’s total pipeline […]

Growth Investment Made in Partnership with AAHOA New York, NY and Atlanta, GA – August 15, 2024 – M3, LLC (“M3”), voted the number-one hospitality accounting software […]

“I am thrilled to join the Auberge team,” said Clerc. “It’s an honor to have a role in furthering Auberge’s well-earned reputation for creating unique and […]

August 14, 2024 – PORTSMOUTH, NH As seen in Lodging Econometrics’ (LE’s) Q2 2024 Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report for China, the country’s hotel construction pipeline […]

Successful privatized lodging program offers exceptional stays across 40 U.S. and Puerto Rico installations for service members and families.

Today we discuss the current state of the hospitality industry, including challenges and opportunities in the market. Ryan Bosch, Principal of Arriba Capital, Glenn and Anthony […]

ATLANTA, Aug. 12, 2024—Officials of Aperture Hotels, a leading hospitality management provider specializing in premium lifestyle, compact full-service, and select-service hotels, today announced that Patrick Short […]

August 12, 2024 – PORTSMOUTH, NH In the Q2 2024 Asia Pacific, excluding China (APEC), Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), the total […]

More than 40 Undergraduate and Graduate-Level Programs Invited to Participate

Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro lays out bold plans for new cruise ships, lands, attractions, shows, and storytelling platforms during Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase, featuring performances from Meghan […]

Tune in as Glenn chats with Chirag Shah at Lending Con to explore the intersection of politics and the hospitality industry, especially with an election just […]