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Although mixed signals abound, the U.S. economy at the end of 2025 continues to show surprising resilience, defying some expectations of a slowdown. GDP growth is strong (roughly 4.3% in Q3) driven by consumer and government spending, however with a cooling and uneven labor market as well as rising unemployment...

AVENEW Development, a Dubai-born real estate innovator, has signed an agreement with Hilton (NYSE: HLT) to open Waldorf Astoria Dubai Islands and Waldorf Astoria Residences Dubai Islands, introducing the iconic luxury brand to one of the city’s most anticipated coastal destinations.

Luxury travelers are redefining the vacation experience, as they seek personalized, exclusive and immersive experiences, rather than traditional markers of extravagance, according to a new report out from Flywire Corporation (Nasdaq: FLYW), a global payments enablement and software company. The emphasis on authenticity and exclusivity comes as these luxury travelers...

CoStar and Tourism Economics made minimal adjustments to growth projections in the first 2026-27 U.S. hotel forecast just released at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS).

W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, is poised to reveal a new chapter in luxury lifestyle hospitality this spring with the highly anticipated opening of the brand’s first property in the Kingdom. Anchored in the heart of the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD),...

B3 Designers has delivered the design direction for The Hobson Cambridge by Adina, the brand’s first UK property, transforming the historic Grade II-listed Hobson House into a contemporary apartment hotel that reflects Adina’s design-led approach to modern, flexible living.

As exclusive agent, HVS Hodges Ward Elliott is pleased to have successfully completed the sale of the W London Leicester Square in the UK on behalf of a private Middle Eastern investor. The price, as well as the identity of the purchaser, are confidential. The freehold property occupies a prime...

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) celebrated the opening of Hyatt Regency Vilamoura Algarve today, marking the newest addition to the Hyatt Regency brand portfolio in Portugal. Following the rebranding of the former Dom Pedro Vilamoura, the hotel is now managed by DETAILS - Hospitality, Sports, Leisure, the management platform of...

Remember when business travel meant fluorescent lights, lukewarm room service, and a “business center” with one lonely, dusty printer?

Officially opening its doors in late March 2026, Nômade Temple Madrid marks the Nômade brand’s first European opening, bringing its philosophy of celebratory healing, cultural immersion, and shared experience to the heart of the Spanish capital. Following its two established properties in Tulum and Holbox, Nômade Temple Madrid represents a...