The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today released its 2026 State of the Industry report, providing a data-driven look at hotel performance, operating conditions, and the sector’s outlook for the year ahead. AHLA projects improved opportunity in 2026 as major global events such as the FIFA World Cup and...
More time for guests: the impact of seamless technology at Sunborn London
Located at Royal Victoria Dock beside ExCeL London, Sunborn London is the UK’s only luxury yacht hotel, offering waterfront views across the historic Royal Docks and an experience tailored to celebratory stays such as birthdays, anniversaries, and proposals. Delivering five-star service aboard a docked yacht presents unique operational challenges, from...
Sonesta Adds Four MOD Collection by Sonesta Hotels with Exploria Resorts
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the affiliation of four MOD Collection by Sonesta properties. Pocono Mountain Villas, MOD Collection by Sonesta in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania; New Smyrna Waves, MOD Collection By Sonesta in New Smyrna Beach, Florida; Grand Seas, MOD Collection by Sonesta in Daytona Beach, Florida; and...
By The Sea Resorts Modernizes the Guest Journey with Canary Technologies
Canary Technologies, the award-winning global leader in hotel guest management technology, today announced that By The Sea Resorts has adopted Canary’s guest management solutions to modernize operations and enhance service across its portfolio.
Raines Transforms a Historic Firehouse into a Boutique Hotel with a Purpose-Driven Mission
Raines, a leading hospitality management, development, and investment company, is proud to announce the official opening of The Lantern Columbia. Located in the heart of Columbia, SC’s Vista neighborhood, the 59-key upscale boutique hotel marks a transformative moment for the city, breathing new life into the historic Columbia Central Fire...
Aubamar Palma Resort 5* To Open Its Doors In March 2026
Opening on 12th March 2026, Mallorca will welcome Aubamar Palma Resort in Playa de Palma, a new five-star destination debuting as Mallorca’s newest benchmark for contemporary luxury hospitality.
Gmail’s Gemini era: What it means for hotel email marketing
Google has officially entered a new phase of inbox intelligence. With the rollout of Gmail features powered by Gemini AI, the inbox is no longer just a place where emails arrive. It is becoming an AI-curated feed that prioritizes relevance, engagement, and perceived importance.For hoteliers, this shift represents more than...
Minor Hotels Announces First Signing under its New Minor Reserve Collection Brand
Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, has announced the signing of the first property under its new luxury collection brand, Minor Reserve Collection. Slated to launch in 2028, Aventora Resort Baía Formosa, Minor Reserve Collection, will be located in Brazil’s Rio Grande do Norte in the northeast...
The Hotel Technology Maturity Curve and the Shift Toward Best-in-Class Systems
Hotel technology rarely stands still. As hotel businesses grow, their needs change, and the systems that once felt like an adequate fit can start to feel limiting. What supports a single property does not always scale cleanly across a portfolio. Over time, technology decisions tend to follow a maturity curve...
Experience the Rhythm of the Coast Mountains: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler Reveals Reimagined Spa
Following an extensive transformation, the team at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler is pleased to re-introduce The Spa with renewed purpose, capturing the restorative essence of the Coast Mountains through contemporary design, impactful treatment journeys, and wellness programming imbued throughout the resort experience.