Guests are booking later, staying shorter and spending less, and competition is fiercer than ever. To stay profitable, independent hotel businesses need to embrace smart pricing and distribution, simplify their hotel management and double down on direct bookings and local marketing. This article breaks down what’s changing and how you...
Wyndham Grand Debuts Lavish Lakeside Retreat in Udaipur
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has opened the highly anticipated Wyndham Grand Udaipur Fatehsagar Lake, marking the arrival of a breathtaking new landmark in the heart of Rajasthan. Nestled against the majestic Aravalli mountains and set within a sprawling 26-acre estate just moments from Fatehsagar Lake, the resort joins a curated...
Dusit Expands Philippines Portfolio with Signing of ASAI Camaya Coast in ‘Game-Changing’ 20 Million sq m Coastal Development in Bataan
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a Hotel Management Agreement with Earth & Shore Leisure Communities Corporation, a prominent real estate and land-development company in the Philippines, to operate ASAI Camaya Coast, a new 150-key lifestyle hotel set to open in 2029 within...
IHCL Announces the Signing of a Taj Hotel and Branded Residences in Noida
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Taj hotel along with Taj branded residences in Noida. This greenfield development under management contract will feature branded residences as part of the hotel complex.
Bohol’s first luxury wellness spa opens at South Palms Panglao MGallery
South Palms Resort & Spa Panglao - MGallery Collection has unveiled Lola’s Sanctuary, marking the arrival of Bohol’s first international luxury resort spa. Set within the grounds of the island’s only luxury resort, the new space draws on the region’s deep-rooted healing traditions to shape an experience that is both...
Club Med Expands Brand Presence in Canada with the Announcement of Club Med Tremblant
Club Med, the world leader in premium all-inclusive mountain and beach resorts, today announced the development of Club Med Tremblant, marking a strategic expansion of its presence in North America. The new resort marks the brand’s second Canadian resort, after the successful opening of Club Med Québec Charlevoix in 2021...
New Chair: CHLA Advocacy Critical for California Hotels’ Future
The California Hotel and Lodging Association and its newly named chair and 32 board of directors announced today they are prioritizing business advocacy for California’s more than 6,000 hotels and the well-being of the state’s 235,000 hotel employees in 2026.
The Sitio Opens Reservations for Virginia Beach’s Newest Coastal Escape
Virginia Beach welcomes a new standard in coastal boutique lodging with the upcoming opening of The Sitio, now accepting reservations for stays beginning March 2026. Located within Atlantic Park, a first-of-its-kind mixed-use development that includes North America’s first Wavegarden Cove surf lagoon, The Sitio blends contemporary design with laid-back surf...
The Lux Collective Accelerates Global Expansion with New Signings and a Growing Worldwide Pipeline
Award-winning global luxury hotel operator, The Lux Collective presents the next phase of its ambitious international expansion driven by strong momentum, following a highly successful ILTM showcase. With seven new signings secured in 2025 and a dynamic pipeline across Asia, the Indian Ocean, the Middle East and Africa, the Group...
Park Hyatt Tokyo Reopens After Landmark Restoration, Redefining Luxury Above Shinjuku
Hyatt has announced the reopening of Park Hyatt Tokyo following a 19-month restoration, the most extensive renewal in the hotel’s 30-year history. The project preserves the legacy of Asia’s first Park Hyatt hotel while reimagining its guestrooms, suites, dining venues and public spaces for the next generation of luxury travelers.