In this article, Tim examines why technology architecture has become the critical enabler of competitive advantage, identifies key opportunities for value creation, addresses common implementation barriers, and importantly provides a pragmatic pathway for transformation.
The AC Hotel Pasadena, designed by AXIS Architecture + Design, officially opens
AXIS Architecture + Design, the noted and award-winning West Coast hospitality design, hotel renovation, multi-family residential design, and affordable housing architectural design firm, is pleased to celebrate the grand opening of their latest new-build hospitality design project: the AC Hotel Pasadena. Serving as Architect of Record on the project in...
Navigating Uncertainty: Profit Matters in the US Hotel Market
If there’s one word that defines the current U.S. hotel landscape, it’s uncertainty. As we move into 2025, hoteliers across the country are facing a slew of critical questions: How resilient is demand? Are rising costs here to stay? And most importantly—how can we maintain profitability in a market that...
Event-Driven Demand Boosts Hotel Profitability in Key U.S. Markets
Hotels in the United States recorded moderate yet meaningful gains across key performance indicators, according to HotStats February data. Total Revenue per Available Room (TRevPAR) rose by 6.1%, while Gross Operating Profit per Available Room (GOPPAR) increased 6.5%. The Gross Operating Profit Margin (GOP%) also saw a slight improvement, up...
Hilton And Mabanee Announce the Signing of Hilton Kuwait Resort
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and Mabanee (KSE: MABK) have announced the signing of Hilton Kuwait Resort, marking a transformative renovation of the iconic property in Mangaf. Scheduled to open in 2026, Hilton Kuwait Resort will be the largest coastal resort in Kuwait boasting a serene seaside setting spanning 1.3 kilometers of...
Gateway Coorg Opens Its Doors
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Gateway Coorg, a serene retreat nestled in the heart of Karnataka’s coffee country.
IHCL Increases Its Footprint with 100 New Locations in FY2025 with 74 Signings and 26 Hotel Openings
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, increases its footprint with 100 new locations, with 74 signings and 26 openings in FY2025, taking its portfolio to 380 hotels.
Radisson Hotel Group Opens Radisson Resort Mui Ne, a Private Beachfront Paradise on Vietnam’s Pristine Coast
Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the opening of Radisson Resort Mui Ne, a secluded beachfront retreat along the unspoiled shores of Suoi Nuoc Beach in Binh Thuan, Vietnam. Here, clear turquoise waters meet golden sands to create a sanctuary where comfort, sustainability, and natural beauty blend seamlessly for...
From Stress to Serenity, How Important Are Holidays for Brits?
Despite continued increases in the cost of living, the UK population is not willing to sacrifice their holidays. 84% of Brits take a holiday each year, with the number of annual breaks reaching a record high of 3.94 per person.
Sweden Becomes a Summer Refuge as Coolcation Trend Gains Ground
As global heatwaves push summer travelers to reconsider their go-to getaways, coolcations are on the rise—and all eyes are turning north. Choosing milder destinations over blazing heat, more travelers are seeking out temperate escapes, with Sweden and the Nordics fast emerging as a frontrunner for summer 2025.