Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco – Image Credit Marriott International   The Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco has affiliated with Marriott, with plans to renovate and rebrand as Marriott Redwood Shores by 2027. The Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco has officially joined the Marriott portfolio as of October 2025. The hotel, located in Redwood Shores, California, […]
2025 HFTP Annual Convention Showcases the Best of the Association: Professional Education, Leadership, and Networking – Image Credit HFTP   The Annual Convention was held October 22-24 at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando, Fla., with 465 professionals attending. Last week, Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) hosted its signature education and membership event, the HFTP […]
Image Credit Avalara   A recent survey by Avalara has highlighted significant challenges U.S. lodging operators face in maintaining compliance with complex, evolving tax regulations. The survey, which included 500 participants from the hotel and short-term rental sectors, reveals a landscape of uncertainty and the need for more effective compliance tools. Operators Overwhelmed by Growing Regulation […]
W Hoboken Hotel – Image Credit Marriott International   W Hoboken Hotel – Image Credit Marriott International   W Hoboken Hotel – Image Credit Marriott International   W Hotels has completed the renovation of W Hoboken, featuring redesigned spaces and a new Living Room area. W Hotels has announced the completion of its renovation project at W Hoboken, […]
Economic Pressures and Family Duties Shape Holiday Travel in 2025, Survey Shows – Image Credit Upgraded Points   A recent survey by Upgraded Points highlights how economic factors and family obligations are influencing American travel plans for the 2025 holiday season. Upgraded Points, a travel analysis firm, conducted a comprehensive survey of over 2,300 U.S. adults […]
AHLA Names 2025’s Top General Managers at the Hospitality Show – Image Credit AHLA   GM Awards Spotlight Best-in-Class General Managers Driving Exceptional Guest Experiences & Employee Satisfaction The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced its 2025 General Managers of the Year Awards during The Hospitality Show in Denver, Colorado. The awards recognized general managers going […]
BCD Travel’s Survey Highlights Cost-Containment Strategies in Travel Supplier Management – Image Credit BCD Travel   BCD Travel’s latest survey of 132 global travel buyers highlights the critical role of cost containment in managing travel suppliers. The report underscores the importance of strategies like supplier consolidation, contract renegotiation, and the potential of AI and automation in […]
CGI of the 174-bedroom Cork Premier Inn – Image courtesy of Model Works   Premier Inn has obtained planning permission for a second hotel in Cork, Ireland, with construction set to begin in early 2026. Premier Inn, part of Whitbread plc, has received planning permission for a new 174-room hotel in Cork, Ireland. This development marks […]
M Social Hotel New York Downtown has opened following a full transformation and rebrand by Millennium Hotels and Resorts, marking the group’s latest step in expanding its lifestyle portfolio. The 569-room property, located in the Financial District, offers views of the Hudson River and the city skyline, alongside a new restaurant, Beast and Butterflies, and […]
BWH Hotels GB has appointed Jade Humphrey as hotel development sales director as the group continues to grow its network of independent hotels across the country. Humphrey will oversee development and growth across the company’s range of brands, working with hotel owners, operators, investors and management firms to align with BWH’s global resources and support […]
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