Jessica Martino – Image Credit Auberge Resorts Collection    Auberge Collection has appointed Jessica Martino Enan as Chief Commercial Officer to lead its global commercial strategy. Auberge Collection has announced the appointment of Jessica Martino Enan as its Chief Commercial Officer. In her new role, Enan will oversee the company’s global commercial operations, which include marketing, […]

Image Credit Gurney’s Resorts    Gurney’s Resorts has acquired The Beach Retreat and Lodge in South Lake Tahoe, with plans to renovate and reopen it as Gurney’s Lake Tahoe Resort & Spa by Spring 2027. Gurney’s Resorts has announced its expansion to the West Coast with the acquisition of The Beach Retreat and Lodge located in […]

Colliers Q3 2025 Canadian Hotel Investment Report – Image Credit Colliers    Canadian hotel investment volume reached $1.88 billion through Q3, up over 14% year-over-year with the closing of several marquee transactions. Highlights: Q3 saw nearly $800 million of hotels transact across the country, supported by ample capital availability and a backdrop of resilient operating […]

Who Is Looking After the Box? – By Lionel Anidjar – Image Credit Global Asset Solutions    When everyone is thinking outside the box, who is looking after the box? That line has been sitting on my LinkedIn profile for years. It began as a slightly  cheeky tagline, a way to stand apart in an industry […]

AI Reshapes Travel Startups: Opportunities and Challenges in 2025″ – Image Credit Unsplash+    As AI-native companies emerge, they offer leaner operations and faster innovation cycles. While investors remain cautious, the potential for growth and strategic acquisitions remains high. The rise of AI is reshaping the definition of success for travel startups, emphasizing sustainable growth and […]

Boutique Vs Enterprise: Choosing a Digital Marketing Platform That Fits Your Hotel Type – By Quentin Lederer – Image Credit Unsplash+    Why hotel type matters when selecting a Digital Marketing Platform There’s a lot to like as a hotel marketer today. We’re living in a golden age of data. The signals are better than they’ve […]

McKinsey Report: The State of AI in 2025: Agents, Innovation, and Transformation – Image Credit Unsplash+    Almost all McKinsey survey respondents say their organizations are using AI, and many have begun to use AI agents. But most are still in the early stages of scaling AI and capturing enterprise-level value. Key findings Most organizations […]

Court Upholds $2 Million Bed Bug Verdict Against California Hotel – Image Credit Unsplash    A Ventura County Superior Court has upheld a $2 million jury verdict against the Shores Inn in Ventura, California, following a bed bug infestation case. The court denied a Motion for New Trial filed by the defendants, Dario Pini and DLP […]

Construction Begins on AC Hotels by Marriott Property in Fishers, Indiana    Construction has started on Indiana’s first AC Hotels by Marriott, set to open in Fishers District in early 2027. Dora Hospitality LLC has begun construction on Indiana’s first AC Hotels by Marriott, situated at The Union in Fishers District, a suburb of Indianapolis. The […]