The global hospitality sector is currently facing a digital crisis of unprecedented proportions. As we move through 2026, the boundary between a legitimate booking and a sophisticated cyber-trap has become almost indistinguishable. For hotel owners and technology vendors, the stakes are no longer just about a few lost reservations. We...
Understanding Distribution in Hospitality: Why It Shouldn’t Be a Black Box
Hospitality distribution has long carried a reputation for being complex and difficult to understand. Yet for something so fundamental to selling hotel rooms, the concept itself is surprisingly simple. The confusion comes not from what distribution is, but from how the industry talks about it.
Hilton Global Foundation Commits $5.4M to 18 Organizations Creating Pathways to Opportunity and Building Resilience in Communities Around the Globe
The Hilton Global Foundation (HGF), the global philanthropic arm of Hilton, a global leader in hospitality, announced today it has invested $5.4 million in 18 nonprofit organizations across the globe working to expand career opportunity, advance community resilience and make the world better to travel. These grants represent HGF’s largest...
Hozpitality Group Unveils “Hozpitality’s Best 30 F&B Leaders in the Middle East 2026” Powerlist
Hozpitality Group, a leading global platform for the hospitality industry, proudly announces the highly anticipated Hozpitality’s Best 30 F&B Leaders in the Middle East 2026 Powerlist, a definitive recognition of the region’s most influential and innovative Food & Beverage professionals.
H World Group Launches New Hanting Inn Brand, Advancing Hanting Hotel’s Vision of Hospitality as Everyday Travel Infrastructure
H World Group Limited (NASDAQ: HTHT) (HK: 01179), a leading global hospitality group, announced the launch of Hanting Inn, a new economy hotel brand designed to address evolving travel needs while supporting scalable, asset-light growth.
Forbes Travel Guide Reveals 2026 Star Awards
Forbes Travel Guide ("FTG")—the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruises—today unveiled its 2026 Star Awards. See the full list of honorees on ForbesTravelGuide.com.
The Bench launches Future Hospitality Summit Egypt
Cairo, Egypt – 11 February 2026. The Bench today announced the launch of Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Egypt, taking place 10-11 November 2026 at Sofitel Downtown Cairo Nile. FHS Egypt joins The Bench’s expanding portfolio of hospitality investment summits, including FHS World (Dubai), FHS Saudi Arabia (Riyadh), FHS Africa (Kenya)...
Element New Orleans Downtown Celebrates Opening in Louisiana
Element New Orleans Downtown opens, introducing a new extended-stay hotel option in the heart of New Orleans’ Central Business District. The newly built property is part of the Element by Marriott brand and is designed to support both short-term visits and longer stays with modern, flexible accommodations.
Hospitality in Healthcare: Improving Employee and Patient Experience
What if the key to better hospital care lies not only in medical excellence but in hospitality-inspired behaviors? This article lays out a strategic conversation that builds on years of research and cross-sector collaboration linking healthcare and hospitality. The hospitality industry, long focused on creating comfort and memorable experiences, offers...
Saudi Arabia’s 171,650 key hotel market set to expand with 94,500 rooms in the pipeline as visitor growth races towards a new 150 million target
The number of hotel rooms in Saudi Arabia is set to expand materially from an existing stock of 171,650 keys, with around 94,500 additional rooms currently under construction or at advanced planning stages, following a stellar year in which the Kingdom’s travel and tourism industry expanded by 32%. The hotel...