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Article - HVS Market Report - Oregon Coast: A Thriving Tourism Destination - By Hannah Homack - The Oregon Coast is a vibrant, drive-to destination in the Pacific Northwest, known for its scenic charm and strong tourism appeal. With steady post-pandemic recovery and revitalization efforts underway, the region is poised for continued growth, drawing visitors to its coastal cities year-round.
Article - Agentic AI and Hotel PMS: Brace Yourself for a Positive Impact - By Lisa Jane Wheaton - Leveraging Agentic within the hotel PMS powers a fully orchestrated hospitality model, where staff, systems, and guest signals stay aligned in real time without added complexity
Article - Marriott International Announces Retirement of Leeny Oberg, Chief Financial Officer and EVP, Development, in 2026 - Two long-time Marriott veterans have been named her successors. Next year, Jen Mason will become the company's Chief Financial Officer and Shawn Hill will take on the role of Chief Development Officer.
Article - Five Food & Beverage Trends Getting Diners ‘Joyfully’ Back to Hotel Restaurants - By Guy Reinbold - Mobile ordering and delivery apps are making it too convenient for people to order meals in vs. going out to eat; To bring diners back it takes the right concepts, menus, ingredients, portion sizes, local flavors, and more
Article - A Guide to Short-Form Videos for Hotel Marketing - Though video is popular and effective, not all hoteliers have begun to use this medium for their social media marketing - yet. If that’s you, read on to see the benefits of short-form videos and our tips for increased engagement that turns clicks and shares that translate into increased revenue and ROI across social channels.
Article - Scandic Enters Agreement to Acquire 56 Dalata Hotels Across Ireland and the UK - Scandic Hotels Group has entered into a framework agreement to acquire the hotel operations of Dalata Hotel Group, contingent on a takeover by a consortium of Pandox AB and Eiendomsspar AS.
Article - Marriott to Open Seven City Express Hotels in Brazil - Marriott International has signed an agreement to open seven City Express by Marriott hotels in Brazil, marking the brand's entry into the country as part of a 15-year plan to develop 30 properties in the Northeast region.
Article - Instagram's Google Integration: Transforming Travel Marketing Strategies - Instagram's integration with Google search is reshaping travel marketing by allowing public posts to be indexed, thus merging social media with search engine optimization strategies.
Article - Maryland Hotel Portfolio Secures $55 Million Refinancing - The properties include the dual-branded Courtyard Aberdeen at Ripken Stadium and Residence Inn Aberdeen at Ripken Stadium, as well as the dual-branded Hilton Garden Inn Baltimore Inner Harbor and Homewood Suites by Hilton Baltimore.
Article - Hotel Industry Update – Booking Trends, Tips & Top Performing Offers - By Nicola Graham - Summer travel season is in full swing, and it’s time to dial in your booking strategies. From the latest trends and spend to the most successful hotel offers, Cendyn’s experts dove into the industry data from May 2025 to reveal how travelers are planning their summer getaways.
Article - One Big Beautiful Bill Act – Key Tax Provisions - By Jim Butler - The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) was signed into law on July 4th, 2025, ushering in sweeping changes to the U.S. federal tax landscape. The OBBB permanently extends and expands many provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), and introduces significant updates that will impact both individuals and businesses. The following are among the more notable provisions in the OBBB.
Article - Hilton Signs Agreement for Spark by Hilton Ponce, Marking Caribbean Debut - Hilton has announced the signing of Spark by Hilton Ponce, a hotel set to open in late 2025 in Ponce, Puerto Rico, marking the brand's debut in the Caribbean and Latin America.
Article - Unlock New Opportunities: Tripleseat PartyPay Officially Launches in the UK, Australia, Canada & Across Europe - By John Karemy - Whether you’re in London, Sydney, Toronto, or Berlin, PartyPay empowers you to simplify event payment collection, supercharge event sales, and boost your revenue, all while providing a seamless experience for your guests. Here are the 5 ways Tripleseat PartyPay creates new opportunities for your venue.
Article - Abu Dhabi Hotel Industry Sees Record June Performance During Eid al-Adha - Abu Dhabi's hotel industry reported its highest June occupancy and revenue per available room (RevPAR) since 2009, according to preliminary data from CoStar. The increase is attributed to elevated performance during Eid al-Adha.
Article - Middle East Hotels Outpace Global Markets in TrevPAR - Here’s Why - The global hospitality scene is buzzing, but one region is truly leading the charge: the Middle East. Recent data shows a remarkable surge in Total Revenue Per Available Room (TrevPAR), significantly outpacing other major markets.
Article - Four Seasons Resort Hualālai Announces the Appointment of Renson Madarang As Cultural Manager - Four Seasons Resort Hualālai announced the appointment of Renson Madarang as Cultural Manager. In this role, Madarang will lead and oversee the Resort’s in-depth cultural operations and programming, assisting guests in understanding Hawaiian traditions and introducing them to the true aloha spirit.
Article - Early-Stage Travel Tech Companies to Present at Upcoming Webinar - The Travel Technology Association will hold a Start-Up & Investor Connect Webinar on July 22, featuring early-stage travel tech companies presenting to industry investors.
Article - Five Common Myths of Hotel Revenue Management - By Dr. Cindy Heo - Often considered a dull, technical aspect of occupancy metrics for large chains, hotel revenue management has easily been written off as being just about numbers and pricing. In reality, it is a strategic, creative discipline that can unlock significant value across all types of hotels and operations.
Article - ADA Defense Lawyer: A Big Win Against Abusive ADA Lawsuits. Recovering Attorney’s Fees in ADA and Unruh Act Cases. - By Jim Butler - A recent victory in the case of Orlando Garcia v. Zarco Hotels Inc. (Case No. 21STCV00023), defended by Stuart Tubis, Esq. and Martin Orlick, Esq., provides a roadmap for defendant businesses to not only fight these lawsuits but also recover significant attorneys’ fees when they prevail.
Article - Millennium Hotels and Lotte Hotels Form Strategic Loyalty Partnership - Millennium Hotels and Resorts has announced a strategic loyalty partnership with Lotte Hotels & Resorts to enhance global connectivity and loyalty benefits.
Article - Barbados to Host CTO’s 2025 State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) - The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has announced that Barbados will host the 2025 edition of its flagship State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC), taking place from September 30 to October 3, 2025, at Hilton Barbados Resort.
Article - Doug Kennedy’s Next Staff Training Webcast: 10 Practical Action Steps For Securing More Direct Voice Reservations - This webcast will be of interest to all reservations sales agents, contact center staff, managers, along with executives responsible for revenue and distribution.