Hilton’s LXR Brand Debuts in Paris

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announces the recent opening of Sax Paris, LXR Hotels & Resorts. Located in Paris’s elegant 7th arrondissement, the 118-room property is housed in a historic neo-Gothic building, boasting panoramic rooftop views. Marking the debut of the LXR Hotels & Resorts brand in France, Sax Paris joins a...

Major Wellness Hotels Stage Top-Line Comeback in 2024

Hotels with Major Wellness offerings –– those receiving over $1mn or 10% of total revenue from wellness and leisure –– had a strong performance in revenue generation globally in 2024, hospitality advisor RLA Global said in its latest Wellness Real Estate Report, published in partnership with P&L benchmarking firm HotStats...

AI caution and skepticism

Speaking at a conference in Paris on AI in travel and hospitality, surrounded by experts, tech firms, AI researchers, airlines, and more. A great event in a great hotel. What surprised me was the atmosphere of some: cautious, skeptical, even mildly dismissive when it came to AI. A recurring attitude?...

IHG to bring its pioneering InterContinental brand to Ecuador in 2027

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, today announced a new property in Guayaquil, marking its first destination in Ecuador. Developed in partnership with developer BPO Consulting, InterContinental Guayaquil will welcome guests with inspired interiors, elevated amenities and culturally rich experiences that provide...

Shaza Hotels Eyes New Opportunities with Strategic Growth Plans

Amid rising demand for regionally inspired hospitality experiences, Shaza Hotels is emerging as a leading regional brand poised for strategic expansion across the Middle East and key Muslim-friendly markets. With an ethos rooted in Eastern traditions and a progressive vision for the future, Shaza is one of the few brands...

The Bright Group Announces Opening of The Dayton Vitality Hotel, a Tech-Enabled Lifestyle Hotel Connected to the Dayton Convention Center

The Bright Group announces the opening of Dayton Vitality Hotel, a modern, lifestyle property directly connected to the Dayton Convention Center via skywalk. The tech-forward hotel is set to become a key driver in the city’s downtown revitalization, blending convenience, design, and community-focused amenities for business and leisure travelers alike.