Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa, the acclaimed lakeside retreat in the village of Aurora, New York, has opened the Farmhouse, its most luxurious and wellness-forward accommodation to date. Originally built in 1835 and fully reimagined by global design firm Hart Howerton, whom previously designed the property’s spa, the Farmhouse...
Residence Inn by Marriott Expands Its Portfolio in Costa Rica with a New Opening in El Coyol
Residence Inn by Marriott®, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of more than 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces the opening of its new property in El Coyol, Alajuela, Costa Rica. The hotel is designed for travelers seeking to feel at home during extended stays without sacrificing comfort, functionality, and contemporary design.
U.S. hotel results for week ending 7 February
The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through 7 February. CoStar is a leading global provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.
Crystal Cove Welcomes a New Era of Indie-Spirited Island Escapes as the First Tribute Portfolio All‑Inclusive Resort
Crystal Cove, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort, has officially opened on Barbados’ celebrated West Coast, introducing an energizing new take on beachfront leisure. The first all-inclusive resort within the Tribute Portfolio, the 88-room resort offers a fresh take on island living, where spontaneous moments, meaningful connections and effortless relaxation...
Europe (Finally) Opens Its Eyes to Tourism
A shift in awareness is underway in Brussels: tourism must now be treated as a fully fledged public policy area, on par with mobility, industry or energy, rather than as a mere lever of attractiveness or a peripheral issue.
After Remington: Jason Reader, COO of Davidson Hospitality Group, talks Leadership and Balance
In this “Not Done” episode, Sloan Dean reconnects with former colleague Jason Reader, now COO of Davidson Hospitality, to discuss Jason’s move from Remington, Davidson’s post recapitalisation operating focus, and the realities of leading large hotel portfolios through a tough budgeting cycle. Jason describes joining Davidson as a culture and...
Hyatt Announces Plans for Andaz Heber Valley, the Brand’s First Mountain Destination
Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced plans for Andaz Heber Valley, which will mark the debut of the first-ever mountain Andaz hotel and the brand’s entry into Utah’s Heber Valley, an area celebrated for its natural integrity, outdoor adventure and year-round appeal. Developed by Angstrom Development Group, this project will be...
Hospitality Construction: Trends and Challenges for the Future
I am not a construction guy. I know some construction content from a managerial perspective but enough to either get me into trouble or keep me out of it. From a business perspective not every hospitality decision maker is a construction and or renovation expert. However, I suggest that managers,...
Explorar Hotels & Resorts unveils guest experience with Shiji’s Daylight PMS
Bangkok, Thailand, February 12, 2026– Shiji, the global leader in hospitality technology, announced today that Explorar Hotels & Resorts in Koh Samui and Koh Phangan has implemented Shiji’s unified platform, integrating Daylight PMS, Meridian Experiences, Stellaris Digital, Infrasys POS and Reviewpro Reputation. This fully integrated ecosystem enables a seamless, mobile-first...
Saudi Arabia and Egypt Drive Middle East Hotel Pipeline to Record High of 710 Projects in Q4 2025
The Q4 2025 Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report for the Middle East from Lodging Econometrics (LE) states that at the close of the fourth quarter, the region’s total pipeline stands at a record-high 710 projects/176,402 rooms. The region shows robust growth with a 15% year-over-year (YOY) increase in projects and...