If you’ve ever looked at your monthly OTA commission bill and thought, “There has to be a better way,” you’re not alone.
The Housekeeping AIT Toolkit: a Unified Guide for Solving Staffing Challenges, Controlling Costs, Optimising Operations & Protecting the Guest Experience
Housekeeping is undergoing its biggest transformation in decades — and it isn’t automation replacing people, but AIT (Artificial Intelligence Tools) empowering them.
Noble Expands Branded Long-Term Accommodations Platform With 35-Asset Portfolio Acquisition
Noble Investment Group (“Noble”) today announced the acquisition of a 35-asset portfolio, significantly advancing the firm’s branded long-term accommodations platform.
Autograph Collection Hotels Celebrates Cape Town’s Seaside Splendor with the Opening of Morea House, Autograph Collection
Inspired by the raw beauty, vibrant culture, and laid-back spirit of Cape Town, Morea House, Autograph Collection, has opened its doors in Camps Bay. The new 90-room hotel joins Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott Bonvoy’s diverse and dynamic portfolio of independent hotels championing individuality.Set along one of Cape Town’s most iconic...
The Ilisian Launches in Spring 2026: A New Destination for Athenians and International Travellers to Meet, Connect & Experience Modern Athens
Opening in Spring 2026, The Ilisian introduces a new destination for the Greek capital. More than a redevelopment, it is the revival of an Athenian landmark and the creation of a cultural district in its own right. Rooted in the Ilisia neighbourhood and shaped by the city’s relationship with art,...
Black Representation in Hospitality Leadership Remains Low at Just 9.5%
A new OysterLink analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data shows that Black or African American professionals remain significantly underrepresented in management, business, and financial operations roles within the U.S. leisure and hospitality sector.
ISHC Honors Bruce White with the Pioneer Award at ALIS
The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) in partnership with the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) will present Bruce White, Founder of White Lodging, posthumously with the 2026 Pioneer Award.
Maybe MCP is really the tech that hotels need
There’s a new 3-letter acronym circling the hotel tech sphere (yay): MCP. And before you yawn hit delete, this one might actually be useful.
Ten Predictions for the Hospitality Industry in 2026 and Beyond: Insights from Cayuga Hospitality Consultants’ Annual Conference 2025
At Cayuga Hospitality Consultants’ Annual Conference 2025, industry leaders examined where hospitality is headed and how to prepare for the next era of change. From AI integration and workforce evolution to shifting insurance markets and event space innovation, the conversation revealed a mix of challenges and opportunities.
Expedia Group Announces Agreement to Acquire Tiqets to Expand Global Activities and Experiences
Expedia Group today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Tiqets, an Amsterdam-based global platform for activities and experiences. This agreement expands Expedia Group’s capabilities for the sizeable and rapidly growing travel segment of activities and experiences, and enhances our ability to deliver more comprehensive, full-trip travel solutions...