A Legal Guide to Worksite Immigration Compliance in an Evolving Landscape – Image Credit Unsplash    As immigration enforcement priorities continue to shift, workplace inspections and audits are on the rise in 2025. Construction sites, hotels, farms, and restaurants are among the industries most frequently impacted. This legal guide offers a timely overview of what businesses […]

The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) has released a new industry resource, Ancillary Revenue Strategy Playbook: Going Beyond Room Revenue, designed to help hotel professionals drive revenue growth through creative, non-room income streams. The guide covers real world examples of successful revenue generating initiatives, along with strategic considerations and performance metrics to inform […]

Fall Travel Trends: How to Score the Best Hotel and Flight Deals This Season – Image Credit Expedia    Key Dates for Savings: September 29 and October 27 offer the lowest domestic flight fares, while October 26 and November 24 are best for international deals. For hotel stays, September 1 and November 16 are the […]

Rising Customer Acquisition Costs Challenge Travel Industry’s Profitability – Image Credit Unsplash+    Rising customer acquisition costs (CAC) are increasingly impacting the travel industry, necessitating a focus on customer retention strategies. A recent survey involving 270 respondents from various sectors, including hotels, airlines, dining, online travel agencies, and cruises, revealed that CAC increased by approximately 35% […]

Rory Emslie – Image Credit Lido House    Rory Emslie has been appointed as the general manager of Lido House, Autograph Collection, in Newport Beach, California, where he will oversee hotel operations and manage ongoing property expansion. Rory Emslie has been promoted to the position of general manager at Lido House, Autograph Collection, located in Newport […]

Upgraded Fairfield by Marriott Hotel Lobby – Image Credit Marriott International    The Living Room and the Private Meeting Room – Image Credit Marriott International    The Upgraded Fairfield by Marriott Guest Room – Image Credit Marriott International    Welcome Basket – Image Credit Marriott International    Fairfield by Marriott has introduced an upgraded design concept in China, focusing […]

Hyatt to Open First Hyatt Centric Hotel in Osaka in 2031    Hyatt Hotels Corporation has entered a management agreement to open the first Hyatt Centric hotel in Osaka, scheduled for 2031. Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced a management agreement with Kanden Realty & Development Co., Ltd. for the development of the Hyatt Centric Namba Osaka. The […]

European Travelers Seek Walkability and Wellness in Asian Destinations – Image Credit Agoda    European interest in Asian travel is rising, with a focus on walkable cities and wellness experiences. Hoteliers are encouraged to enhance offerings with curated walking tours and wellness packages to attract European guests. European travelers are increasingly drawn to […]

7 Ways TrustYou AI Agents Help Hotels Reduce Operational Costs – Image Credit TrustYou    Running hotels is no small feat. From ensuring every guest has a flawless stay to managing bookings, staff, and operations, hoteliers are under constant pressure. Add to that rising labor shortages, growing guest expectations, and the need to deliver 24/7 service, […]

5 Key Steps to Optimize Your Hotel Website for AI Search – Image Credit Unsplash+    AI is transforming how people research, plan and book travel. For hotels, staying on top of this trend will determine whether they are shown to travelers or disappear into the unlit corners of the internet. More and more travelers gravitate […]