Cogwheel Analytics, a leading business intelligence platform for the hospitality industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ben Golson as Chief Operating Officer and Partner. Golson officially assumed his new role on May 12th, 2025, and will oversee day-to-day operations, team development, and strategic execution as the company continues...
Booking.com Just Ghosted Travel Influencers – And What This Means for Your Hotel
Remember all those niche travel bloggers and cool social media creators who helped your hotel pop up in feeds worldwide? Booking.com just slammed the door in their faces. And basically in yours too… But, don’t worry WIWT got you covered as we tell you exactly what this means for your...
Food for Thought: Is Traditional Search Dead?
A recent post on LinkedIn declared the end of the search engines as we know them. the list even declared “R.I.P. Search.” This is in tune with an avalanche of recent headlines arguing that traditional search is dead due to the rise of AI Search via the generative AI platforms...
Wyndham’s First-Annual Owner Trends Report Highlights Positive Long-Term Outlook, Vital Role of Brands
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts today unveiled its first-annual Hotel Owner Trends Report. A multi-month effort spanning two industry-wide surveys of hundreds of hotel owners and property developers, the findings paint a picture of an industry that, despite the tumultuous news cycle, remains confident in its resilience and long-term growth prospects.
Marriott International, Concord Hospitality and Whitman Peterson Officially Open Doors of First-Ever StudioRes Hotel in Fort Myers, Florida
Today, Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR), announced the landmark opening of StudioRes Fort Myers, the first-ever StudioRes hotel and the company’s debut in the midscale extended stay segment. The all-studios hotel is now accepting reservations for stays, almost two years to the day since Marriott unveiled the concept. A newly...
Ennismore Drives Strong Growth across the Americas with new Flagship Signings & Openings
Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, is delighted to announce four new hotel signings in Mexico and the joining of Balfour Miami Beach to the Morgans Originals collection. These latest additions, which underscore Ennismore’s commitment to expanding its presence across the Americas, bring its regional operational and pipeline...
Strategic Tariffs and Their Impact on Travel and Hospitality
In recent times, the word ‘tariff’ has jumped from the back pages of economic textbooks to front-page headlines. Once the domain of trade negotiators and industry insiders, tariffs have become part of a broader political conversation, influencing everything from stock markets to airfares.
Discover a World of Flavors: Radisson Hotels launches direct restaurant booking on its website
Exploring exceptional gastronomy, both locally and globally, is now just a click away. Radisson Hotel Group proudly launches a digital innovation that celebrates its culinary excellence: guests and local visitors can now search and book restaurants directly on RadissonHotels.com. With over 1,900 restaurants worldwide, from elegant rooftops to relaxed urban...
Shaikha Al Nowais Nominated as First Woman Secretary-General of UN Tourism as Executive Council Builds on Strong Legacy
The UN Tourism Executive Council has met again for a milestone session to build on the legacy of the last eight years. Meeting for its 123rd session, the Council assessed progress made around the priorities of innovation, investments and education and looked ahead with the nomination of Shaikha Al Nowais...
STR Weekly Insights: 18-24 May 2025
With the unofficial start to summer, TSA screening volume on Friday, 23 May was the third highest for any day in history. One day earlier, Thursday, was the fifth highest.
