Even as US consumers signal the first notable 5% decline in overall holiday spending since 2020, travel demand looks surprisingly resilient. PwC’s latest Holiday Outlook suggests travel and entertainment will be “holding steady,” ticking up by about 1% year over year — a bright spot in an otherwise tighter season.
Nomada Hotel Group Joins BLLA to Enrich Team Community Through Education, Networking & Support
Los Angeles – September 4, 2025 – Nomada Hotel Group, a private collection of boutique lifestyle properties, is proud to announce its elevated partnership with the BLLA (Boutique & Luxury Lodging Association). Through this membership, Nomada aims to deepen its commitment to professional development and foster a stronger sense of...
Hilton Motif Seattle Unveils Transformation of Rooftop Concept, Frolik Kitchen + Cocktails, Set to Open in September
Hilton Motif Seattle announces the opening of its reimagined rooftop concept, Frolik Kitchen + Cocktails. Set to open on Monday, September 29, Frolik Kitchen + Cocktails will blend elevated dining with laid-back charm, featuring a coastal-inspired menu, led by newly appointed Executive Chef Angel Huapaya.
An Icon Reborn: W Hotels Unveils a Tone-Setting Transformation of W New York – Union Square
A Legendary New York Landmark Enters an Audacious New Chapter, Propelling W Hotels Global Brand Evolution with Detail-Driven Design, Luxury [Liberated] Hospitality, and An Elevated Approach to Whatever/Whenever for the Next Generation of Travelers.
Scandic Hotels Signs First Enterprise Agreement for Amadeus Agency360® in Scandinavia
Solution offers a comprehensive view of travel agency bookings to increase reservations and improve performance September 4, 2025 – Transformative travel technology provider Amadeus has signed a new agreement with the largest hotel chain in Scandinavia, Scandic Hotels, to deploy Amadeus Agency360® Enterprise Solution. The travel intelligence software, which tracks...
Dean Group emerges as new force in lifestyle hospitality with character-rich global portfolio
Today marks the debut of Dean Group, an independent and character-driven hospitality group that celebrates the essence of place. The announcement of Dean Group marks the exciting new formation of a distinctive portfolio where local stories meet global ambition.
Kerzner International Announces New One&Only Resort and Private Homes to Open in Fiji
Kerzner International Holdings Limited ("Kerzner") is delighted to announce the signing of the first One&Only resort and community of Private Homes to be developed in Fiji. Located in the Yasawa Islands, an archipelago in Western Fiji, the resort is slated to open in 2029 with Private Homes going on sale...
Mews and KLABU partner to support refugees through sport, hospitality and technology
[Amsterdam: 4 September 2025] – Mews, the leading operating system for hospitality, has entered a multi-year partnership with KLABU, the social enterprise building clubhouses in refugee camps around the world. The collaboration sees Mews become the main partner of KLABU’s Boa Vista Spirit clubhouse in Brazil, supporting the inhabitants of...
AI Momentum Builds across Europe’s National Tourism Organisations
The rapid development of emerging technologies is reshaping industries around the world, including the tourism sector. The European Travel Commission (ETC) has today published the findings of its European mapping study on artificial intelligence use within National Tourism Organisations (NTOs).
Personalizing the guest experience: Neil Braude’s high-touch, high-tech approach
In this week’s episode of Hotel Moment, Neil Braude, COO at the Imperial London Hotels, joins Revinate CMO Karen Stephens to explain why your hotel may be limiting your revenue and performance potential — and why you’re better off adopting AI when it comes to personalizing the guest experience.