A transformation of the former Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya, the resort will open with 118 refined guestrooms and 64 suites—each with a private pool. Set within 148 acres of protected mangroves and freshwater canals, guests will find a considered blend of privacy and local immersion—from outdoor treatments and regional...
Marriott International Announces Global Launch of New Regional Collection Brand: Series by Marriott™
Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) today announced the global launch of its new collection brand for the midscale and upscale lodging segments—Series by Marriott™—as the company continues to expand its lodging offerings around the world. Series by Marriott is expected to expand Marriott’s global presence by bringing well-established regionally created...
Tambourine Acquires ReservHotel
Today, Tambourine, the global leader in hospitality marketing technology, announces the acquisition of ReservHotel, the leading hotel reservation platform serving the CALA region (Caribbean and Latin America), with the mission of bringing this best-in-class technology to its hotel partners across North America.
Casetta Heads Southwest: Hotel Willa Brings Boutique Charm To Taos This May
In the high desert of northern New Mexico, where the light has long lured painters and poets, a new kind of refuge quietly emerges. Meet Hotel Willa—the latest addition to Casetta’s growing constellation of design-forward boutique stays, and the brand’s first foray into the American Southwest. Tucked at the edge...
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Reveals New Details of Luminara, Elevating Design, Dining, and Discovery at Sea
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection announces new details of Luminara, its highly anticipated third ultra-luxury superyacht, leading up to its maiden voyage from Monte Carlo to Rome on July 3, 2025. Following successful sea trials, Luminara has demonstrated operational excellence and superior comfort, marking a significant milestone ahead of its inaugural...
In Conversation with Christophe Laure: “Born to Serve”
Welcome to the 6th edition of Hospitality’s Leading Voices – your gateway to the bold ideas and visionary minds reshaping the future of hospitality!
How much should B2B tech company invest in sales & marketing?
How much should a B2B tech startup spend on marketing? This is one of those questions that keeps resurfacing, especially when funding is tight and expectations are high. The usual expectations for marketing are simple: build hype for the company and drive lots of leads. That’s what founders, execs, investors,...
Precision Over Hype: Why hospitality finance demands a different kind of AI
The hospitality industry has traditionally been cautious about adopting new technologies, but change is no longer optional. As artificial intelligence (AI) gains momentum, it is not just a buzzword. It is a practical next step with the potential to transform how hotels plan, analyze, and optimize their finances.
FTC Junk Fee Rule is effective May 12, 2025
After many years of study and proposals, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finally adopted its Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees, or junk fees, which takes effect on May 12, 2025.
UN Tourism, FAO Mountain Partnership, and SPTO Join Forces to Promote Sustainable Gastronomy Tourism in Pacific SIDS
UN Tourism, the Mountain Partnership Secretariat at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), and the South Pacific Tourism Organization (SPTO) are joining efforts to strengthen the connection between agrifood systems and tourism across seven Pacific Small Island Developing States (SIDS).