Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) announced the expansion of its upscale soft brand, Ascend Collection, in Canada with six new properties slated to open in Québec in early 2026. The hotels, part of a multi-unit agreement, mark the first major step in the company’s accelerated growth plans following its...
The Restaurant Floor: Life in the Fast Lane
I enjoy a good road trip, anyone who knows me knows when it’s time to travel, I’ll hit the road in a heartbeat. There’s something exciting about being in motion, traveling to new places, or just getting to revisit somewhere I’ve visited before.
The New Landmark of Kowloon East: Royal Garden Expands in Tseung Kwan O
Hong Kong’s iconic Royal Garden hotel brand is expanding for the first time in 44 years with the opening of The Royal Garden Kowloon East in Tseung Kwan O in January 2026.
Red Lion Hotels, Inns & Suites by Sonesta Opens in Junction City, Kansas
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the opening of Red Lion Inn & Suites Junction City. The 81-room, midscale exterior corridor hotel is located at 1133 South Washington Street in Junction City, Kansas.
Sustainable Hotel and Resort Development in the Caribbean: Strategies for a Resilient Hospitality Future
The Caribbean has long been synonymous with idyllic beaches, crystalline waters, and vibrant cultural heritage—assets that have positioned the region among the world’s most desirable tourist destinations. Yet these same natural and cultural resources are increasingly vulnerable to climate change, rising operating costs, and shifting global expectations around sustainability. Fortunately,...
Sonesta Opens The Midtown Hotel, MOD Collection by Sonesta in Boston, MA
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the opening of The Midtown Hotel, MOD Collection by Sonesta. The 159-room upscale hotel was recently renovated and is located at 220 Huntington Avenue in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood.
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica Unveils Multi-Million-Dollar Transformation, Debuting All-New Coastal-Inspired Design and Santa Monica’s Only Rooftop Ballroom
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica today announces the completion of a comprehensive $16 million renovation that reimagines the coastal California experience for modern travelers in the heart of Santa Monica. The transformation, which began in 2024 and wrapped this fall, introduces a vibrant new design aesthetic across all 315 guestrooms...
MICE Tourism and the Rising Importance of Sustainability
MICE tourism, an acronym for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions, represents one of the most influential segments of global business travel. It brings together professionals, corporations, associations, and institutions for knowledge exchange, commercial collaboration, networking, and innovation. Beyond its economic contribution, MICE tourism increasingly shapes how destinations, hotels, and suppliers...
Seasonal Peaks: How Hotels Win with Bonus Campaigns
Seasonal demand is a goldmine for hotels. From Christmas to Valentine’s Day, guests are ready to spend—and smart hotels turn this into a revenue surge. The secret? Bonus campaigns. Why Bonus Campaigns Work Urgency drives action. When you offer a limited-time reward—like a $50 bonus card for every $500 purchase—you...
Doug Kennedy’s Next Staff Training Webcast: Hospitality IS…
Register your team and participate live, or view the recording, of Doug Kennedy’s next 40-minute training webcast scheduled for Friday, January 23, at Noon ET. REGISTER HERE