I’ve been monitoring my customer service experiences with the brands I do business with a little more closely than usual. And I’ve made numerous calls to airlines, mobile phone carriers, electronics companies, and more. I’ve found that people are typically friendly and do their best to support me. To clear...
The Commodore Motel to Open in Mystic, CT, in Spring 2026
Located in Mystic, Connecticut, the new 59-room Commodore Motel is set to open in spring 2026. Originally opened in 1965 as a motor lodge, the newly reimagined boutique motel is undergoing a complete transformation into a vibrant, design-forward coastal retreat in one of New England’s most beloved seaside destinations.
Apply Now: Nearly $1 Million in Scholarships for Restaurant & Hospitality Students Available for 2026-2027
Students pursuing careers in the restaurant and hospitality industry can now apply for a post-secondary scholarship for the 2026-2027 school year from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. Applications are open through March 15 at ChooseRestaurants.org/Scholarships.
Villa Del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa Cabo San Lucas Unveils Inspired Renovation as Part of Visionary Growth
Villa del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa Cabo San Lucas has taken a bold step toward the future with a remarkable transformation that includes reimagined pools, revitalized entertainment spaces, and renewed culinary destinations. Far beyond mere upgrades, the renovation reaffirms a longstanding commitment to delivering extraordinary vacation experiences—for both today’s...
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts Coming to Deer Valley East Village in Park City, Utah in 2028
New York-based Extell Development Company, a full-service national real estate developer of residential, commercial, and hospitality properties, and Hilton (NYSE: HLT), a leading global hospitality company, today announced the signing of Waldorf Astoria Deer Valley Resort and Residences. Expected to debut in 2028, the ski-in, ski-out resort will be located...
RobosizeME to Sponsor Revenue Strategy Days 2026, Hosted by Radisson Hotels Group in Riga
RobosizeME, a leader in AI-enabled workflow automation for the hospitality industry, has been announced as a sponsor and guest speaker at the Revenue Strategy Days Conference for 2026, taking place February 4–5 at the Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa in Riga, Latvia. Hosted by Radisson Hotels Group, the event...
Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa at Indian Wells Completes Multi-Million-Dollar Reinvestment Program
Embracing the spirit and raw beauty of the desert, Renaissance Esmerelda Resort & Spa - an iconic Coachella Valley retreat known for its immersive experiences - has completed a multi-million-dollar reinvestment program. The 560-room resort’s comprehensive transformation delivers a vibrant, contemporary refresh across public areas, meeting rooms, ballrooms and foyers,...
Preferred Hotels & Resorts Expands Global Portfolio with 21 New Members
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is pleased to announce the addition of 21 new member properties to its global portfolio between October 1 and December 31, 2025. To celebrate, I Prefer Hotel Rewards members can earn 2,500 bonus points on eligible stays at any of...
Revenue Steady as Costs Shape Margins Across Europe & Spain
European hotels continue to record revenue growth, but profit outcomes remain uneven across regions. While overall GOP margins are holding steady at the continental level, performance varies materially by sub-region. A closer look at Spain shows continued growth in revenue and profit, alongside stabilising margins and rising pressure across labour...
Maestro’s GuestXMS Evolves in the GenAI Era
Maestro PMS, the leader in cloud hosted, all-in-one, private cloud and on-premise property-management systems for independent hotels and resorts, announces the AI-driven evolution of its Guest Experience Management solution, GuestXMS. The digital guest communication hub is designed to help hotel teams resolve issues faster, prevent repeat problems, and strengthen online...
