A first look at Hannah St Hotel’s immersive approach shows how culture-driven design, art, and local engagement are shaping the next wave of luxury hospitality in the city.VICTORIA: Melbourne is a city that doesn’t just welcome you, it draws you in. From the moment you wander down its graffiti-laced laneways...
Do You Support WTTC’s “Hotel Sustainability Basics” Framework?
As of August 2024, more than 5,000 hotels worldwide have been verified under the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) “Hotel Sustainability Basics” framework. Are you part of it? Let’s take a quick look at what’s driving this global movement.
Sojern introduces Inaugural European Destinations Advisory Board in Paris
Sojern, the leading AI-powered marketing platform built for hospitality, is thrilled to announce the formation of its first 2025 European Destinations Advisory Board.
The guest journey secrets small hotels don’t want you to know
If there is one thing we’ve learned from thousands of hotels is that a good hotel guest journey implementation makes a complete difference for the guest experience.
BLLA Concludes the 2025 Boutique Hotel Owners Conference
The 2025 Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, hosted by the Boutique & Luxury Lodging Association (BLLA), concluded its annual gathering, offering a clear view of the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of boutique hospitality. Guided by the theme Terra Incognita, the event championed creative thinking, encouraged hoteliers to explore new...
The Cooper Now Accepting Reservations Ahead Of Early 2026 Opening
Perfectly placed on the scenic Charleston Harbor, The Cooper is now accepting reservations for overnight guests starting March 1, 2026. As the city’s first luxury waterfront hotel on the peninsula, this 191-room property is set to redefine hospitality in Charleston, the South, and beyond—offering an unprecedented urban hotel experience.
2025 HFTP Annual Convention Showcases the Best of the Association: Professional Education, Leadership, and Networking
Last week, Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) hosted its signature education and membership event, the HFTP Annual Convention. The convention was held at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando, Fla. from October 22–24, 2025 with 465 professionals in attendance. It offered an energizing and informative experience presenting education, industry...
Mews Accelerates the Dawn of Agentic Hospitality with Acquisition of DataChat, a leading generative AI analytics platform
Mews, the operating system for hospitality and shared spaces, today announced the acquisition of DataChat, a US-based AI company. The acquisition marks a major step in Mews’ mission to build fully agentic hospitality systems, where intelligent agents autonomously manage day-to-day operations, optimize performance, and empower humans to focus on the...
A Look Inside Farnborough’s Revamped Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn by IHG has unveiled a brand new look following a significant programme of renovation to upgrade the iconic Edwardian building and elevate the hotel’s offering in the centre of Farnborough.
FIFA World Cup 2026 hospitality update: Minimum stays delay bookings, as U.S. room pricing trails co-hosts
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest ever, spanning three countries, 16 host cities and 48 teams competing in 72 group-stage matches across North America.