On February 20, 2025, Spark by Hilton Sindelfingen opened its doors to guests. The 103-room hotel, located in the heart of Sindelfingen, is the latest addition to the growing Spark by Hilton portfolio and offers a simple, inspired design, ideal for business and leisure travellers seeking value without compromising on...
Nekajui, A Ritz-carlton Reserve Debuts in Costa Rica
Nestled within one of the world’s most biodiverse destinations, Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, has officially opened its doors, offering discerning travelers a secluded, ultra-luxury retreat amidst the unspoiled natural beauty of Costa Rica’s Peninsula Papagayo. Named after the Chorotega word for "lush garden," Nekajui (NEK-ah-wee) marks a monumental milestone as...
Hyatt Select Announced as Hyatt’s First Conversion-Friendly Transient Brand in the Upper-Midscale Segment in the Americas
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced plans for Hyatt Select, a new upper-midscale transient brand designed to meet the needs of modern travelers while delivering an efficient, cost-effective model for owners. The Hyatt Select brand will strengthen Hyatt’s upper-midscale presence complementing Hyatt Studios, Hyatt’s extended-stay brand in the category,...
Crowne Plaza by IHG: Research Reveals Surging Demand for Work-Leisure Travel as Offices Reopen
Crowne Plaza by IHG – one of the world’s largest premium hotel brands and a thought-leader in the blended travel space – has released its second white paper, Leading the Charge in Blended Travel. The report unveils a major shift in how people live and work since its 2022 report,...
Hospitality program to introduce high school students to career opportunities
Run by the Penn State School of Hospitality Management, the "Creating Opportunities for Young Hospitality Leaders" (COYHL) program presents high school juniors and seniors with an in-depth look at how hotels and restaurants are managed and career paths available in the hospitality industry.
256-Key Andaz Doha Opens in Qatar
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) today announced the opening of Andaz Doha, marking the debut of the lifestyle brand in Qatar and the fourth Hyatt brand in the city.
Palladium Hotel Group Announces Major Expansion in Jamaica
Palladium Hotel Group announces it has begun construction to expand Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts in Jamaica, Montego Bay, promoted by asset owner Grupo Empresas Matutes. The transformative $20 million project will add over 948 new rooms to the resort, which currently has a total of 1,049 rooms, distributed across...
Cloudbeds and Sabre Hospitality Announce Strategic Partnership to Streamline Hotel Reservations and Optimize Distribution
Cloudbeds, the innovative leader in hospitality management technology, has today announced a strategic partnership with Sabre Hospitality, a leading global travel technology company. This collaboration delivers a deeper integration between Cloudbeds Property Management System (PMS) and Sabre’s SynXis® Central Reservation System (CRS), offering hotels and accommodation providers a seamless and...
One Aldwych Reopens With A New Spring In Its Step
One Aldwych, London’s first five-star B Corp™ hotel, welcomes guests back with enhanced design and installation elements across its most iconic areas, namely the Lobby Bar, Indigo restaurant and its Signature Suites. London-based designers Fabled Studio were invited back to the hotel to further re-imagine the seminal Lobby Bar and...
Tech Tools and Tactics That Empower Hotel General Managers
Being a hotel general manager is not for the faint of heart. General managers are responsible for ensuring the property’s financial success, managing staff and delivering exceptional guest experiences – all while juggling day-to-day operations.