More and more, brands are starting to get the chatbot “thing” right. AI is improving, and customers are realizing that a chatbot can be a great first stop for getting quick answers or resolving questions. After all, if you have a question, don’t you want it answered now?
Unlocking Value in Hospitality: The New Era of Hotel Mixed-Use Development in Qualified Opportunity Zones
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) has fundamentally changed the landscape for real estate investment in America—permanently enshrining the Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) framework and expanding the horizon for hotel mixed-use development. For developers, investors, lenders, and deal sponsors, the new OBBB regime offers unmatched certainty, flexibility, and opportunity—but...
IHG Hotels & Resorts Strengthens Mainstream Portfolio in Nepal with Signing of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dhulabari
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Hotel Eastern Nepal Pvt Ltd for the development of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dhulabari in South-Eastern Nepal. Set to open in 2026, the latest development reinforces IHG’s commitment to growing its portfolio...
Tahiti Village Unveils Redesigned Rooms for Enhanced Owner and Guest Experience
Tahiti Village Resort and Spa, a family-friendly destination in the heart of Las Vegas, has announced a comprehensive $30+ million renovation project designed to offer modernized accommodations that blend style, functionality and comfort. The renovation is focused on creating versatile spaces for multi-generational families, while maintaining the resort’s signature tropical...
Aimbridge Hospitality Launches Dedicated All-Inclusive Division to Serve Expanding Market Needs
Aimbridge Hospitality, the leading global third-party hotel management company, today announced the launch of a dedicated All-Inclusive division designed to help owners and brands tap into the rising demand for experience-led All-Inclusive hotels and resorts.
Live Aqua Unveils Devossion: A Bold Take on an Adults-Only Resort Experience in Playa del Carmen
As Live Aqua celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2025, the brand is ushering in a bold new chapter of luxury hospitality with the introduction of Devossion by Live Aqua - a spirited, adults-only, all-inclusive resort designed around connection, celebration, and unforgettable experiences. With its Grand Opening in October 2025, Devossion...
Hospitality’s Inflection Point: A New Mandate for Value
The definition of ‘value’ in hospitality is being rewritten in real time by today’s travelers. There is no better place to witness this inflection point than Las Vegas. A city legendary for its constant reinvention and comebacks, the recent market data isn’t a sign of decline; it’s the catalyst for...
Alfred Taylor Development Appoints Capstone Hotel Management to Operate New-Build Blenheim Hotel
Alfred Taylor Development is pleased to announce that it has appointed Capstone Hotel Management as the operators of the new-build 123-room riverside hotel, to be named The Alfred Hotel.
Minor Hotels Opens Its First Property in Peru: nhow Lima
Minor Hotels, a global hotel owner and operator with over 640 properties across 57 countries in the Asia-Pacific region, the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and the Indian Ocean, has officially opened its first hotel in Peru as part of its regional expansion plans. nhow Lima opened on 1...
The Hidden Sorcery of South Palms
Amidst swaying palms and coconut trees, and miles of white sand, a luxurious resort where visible beauty and guest experience are paramount welcomed its first guests on Friday, August 8. South Palms Resort and Spa Panglao - MGallery showcases the beach property’s aesthetic appeal, amenities, and the warm "Boholano spirit,"...