In a world shaped by unprecedented technological advancement, the hospitality sector finds itself at a fascinating intersection of tradition and transformation. At this crossroads, the food system – a sector shaped by human connection and culture – is undergoing a revolution of its own. As AI, climate change and shifting...
2025 Global Hotel Outlook
CBRE expects 2025 U.S. RevPAR to grow 2% given the outlook for mid-single-digit increases in inbound international visitation, modest increases in group demand and a slight improvement in business travel. Margins and profits likely will decline as expenses outpace total revenue growth.
Lighthouse Acquires The Hotels Network to Add Hospitality Marketing Capabilities to Its Commercial Platform
Lighthouse, the leading commercial platform for the travel and hospitality industry, today announced the acquisition of The Hotels Network, the leader in marketing personalization technology that drives direct channel growth for hotels. The acquisition will combine Lighthouse’s commercial intelligence platform with AI-driven marketing technology from The Hotels Network.
SLS Playa Mujeres Debuts SLS Elite and Signature Suites
Sophistication gets a bold new address with the debut of SLS Elite at SLS Playa Mujeres, SLS’s first luxury all-inclusive wonderland that debuted in late 2024 along Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. Designed for the discerning traveler with a taste for the extraordinary, SLS Elite’s international debut introduces an exclusive tier of...
Harry Theoharis, renowned tourism resilience expert, escalates the call for a global tourism fund and stresses there is a critical need for regenerative, adaptive, and forward-thinking strategies in the industry.
As a candidate for UN Tourism Secretary-General, Harry Theoharis is a strong advocate and reaffirmed his call for launching a Global Tourism Fund and explained why UN Tourism, under his leadership, will be in the best position to manage it.
Guest Reviews and Feedback: The Path to Increased Revenue
Today the guest journey largely occurs online, from research, inquiry, booking, and even the check-in and check-out experience can occur digitally. With so much happening digitally, hotels need to maximize their customer channels as much as possible. One of the most powerful channels for hotels to invest in is guest...
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street Unveils Multimillion-Dollar Renovation
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street has completed a multimillion-dollar renovation, unveiling transformed public spaces, redesigned guestrooms, a rebranded signature dining experience and more. Nestled in the heart of thriving Downtown Fort Lauderdale, the property is in a prime location for leisure travelers, including cruise enthusiasts and jetsetters...
Benchmark Resorts & Hotels Teams Up with 4ocean to Launch Ocean Cleanup Programming Across Coastal Properties
Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of independent resorts and hotels by Pyramid Global Hospitality, announces a new partnership with the leading ocean cleanup company and Certified B Corporation, 4ocean, to remove thousands of pounds of trash and plastic from the world’s oceans, rivers, and coastlines. Kicking off just ahead...
The Key to a Successful Hotel PMS Rollout: Plan Smart, Partner Right, Perform Better!
Hoteliers have spent the past few years navigating a fast-evolving tech landscape—one that’s brought both opportunities and challenges. While modern technology can enhance visibility and control across hotel portfolios, rushed deployments often leave operators scrambling to keep up. This is especially true for the PMS, where early implementation sets the...
Tambourine Recognized as Google Premier Partner for 10th Consecutive Year
Tambourine, the Fort Lauderdale-headquartered digital marketing technology company serving hotels, resorts, and tourism destinations worldwide, is proud to announce its recognition as a 2025 Google Premier Partner in the United States.