Rising travel costs across key segments of the industry are reshaping how Americans plan, book and prioritize trips, according to research from Internova Travel Group, one of the world’s largest travel services companies.
WITT Launches New Global Accreditation for Wellness Hospitality Professionals
WITT (Wellness in Travel & Tourism), the global organization behind the Core Wellness Standards for Hotels, today announced the launch of the WITT Accredited Professional (WITT AP) credential — the first global wellness accreditation created specifically for hospitality professionals.
Choice Hotels International Accelerates Growth in Canada with Six New Ascend Collection Properties in Québec
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) announced the expansion of its upscale soft brand, Ascend Collection, in Canada with six new properties slated to open in Québec in early 2026. The hotels, part of a multi-unit agreement, mark the first major step in the company’s accelerated growth plans following its...
2026 Hospitality Outlook: how AI is reshaping hotel experiences
What will the guest journey look like in 2026 and beyond? As hospitality arrives at yet another critical moment, the 2026 Hospitality Industry Outlook authored by Mews explores how the rise of AI – both generative and agentic – is transforming how hotels operate, interact with guests and drive revenue.
Hospitality Financial Leadership: The Luggage
The Empress Hotel in Victoria, British Columbia, saw massive renovation in 1988. The renovation was so big the hotel was closed for 6 months. One man died in the construction falling down the garbage chute, and it is said that the hotel rose 6 inches taller because so much weight...
The Restaurant Floor: Life in the Fast Lane
I enjoy a good road trip, anyone who knows me knows when it’s time to travel, I’ll hit the road in a heartbeat. There’s something exciting about being in motion, traveling to new places, or just getting to revisit somewhere I’ve visited before.
Red Lion Hotels, Inns & Suites by Sonesta Opens in Junction City, Kansas
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the opening of Red Lion Inn & Suites Junction City. The 81-room, midscale exterior corridor hotel is located at 1133 South Washington Street in Junction City, Kansas.
The New Landmark of Kowloon East: Royal Garden Expands in Tseung Kwan O
Hong Kong’s iconic Royal Garden hotel brand is expanding for the first time in 44 years with the opening of The Royal Garden Kowloon East in Tseung Kwan O in January 2026.
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica Unveils Multi-Million-Dollar Transformation, Debuting All-New Coastal-Inspired Design and Santa Monica’s Only Rooftop Ballroom
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica today announces the completion of a comprehensive $16 million renovation that reimagines the coastal California experience for modern travelers in the heart of Santa Monica. The transformation, which began in 2024 and wrapped this fall, introduces a vibrant new design aesthetic across all 315 guestrooms...
Sonesta Opens The Midtown Hotel, MOD Collection by Sonesta in Boston, MA
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the opening of The Midtown Hotel, MOD Collection by Sonesta. The 159-room upscale hotel was recently renovated and is located at 220 Huntington Avenue in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood.