Inn-Flow, the leading all-in-one back-office platform built for hotels, today announced that it has been awarded top honors in this year’s HotelTechAwards, earning first place in two categories, including Hotel Accounting Software and Scheduling & Workforce Management solutions. In addition, Inn-Flow was recognized by Hotel Tech Report as one of...
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Japanese Brand MIMARU to Offer Sumitomo Corporation’s “Any Wear, Anywhere” Clothing-Sharing Service for Inbound Family Travelers
MIMARU, Japan’s leading apartment-style hotel brand for families and groups, has announced that guests staying at MIMARU will be able to use Sumitomo Corporation’s “Any Wear, Anywhere” clothing-sharing service, giving inbound family travelers a new way to lighten luggage and travel more sustainably in Japan. The service will be available...
Where to Invest: A Pragmatic View of Hospitality in 2026
It’s that time of year again. Crystal balls are out and pundits are busy predicting whether hospitality transactions will rise or fall. No one knows for certain, though everyone seems to have an opinion.
Springhill Suites By Marriott Opens In Orange Beach, Alabama
Vista Host announced the opening of the SpringHill Suites by Marriott Orange Beach Gulf Shores, a 120-suite hotel designed to capture the relaxed beauty of Alabama’s Gulf Coast while delivering thoughtful, purpose-driven hospitality.
Lighthouse Wins HotelTechAwards for Sixth Consecutive Year, The Hotels Network Secures Fourth Straight Win for Best Direct Booking Tool
Denver, CO - Lighthouse, the leading commercial platform for the travel and hospitality industry, today announces its sixth consecutive year of category leadership in the HotelTechAwards, winning top honors in the following categories:
Should hoteliers become AI experts?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is on every business leader’s mind at the moment, and this is no different in the hotels and tourism sectors. There is extensive research pointing to the potential productivity, financial, and operational benefits of AI, and businesses across the world are trying to capitalise on this exciting...
Hilton’s South East Asia Playbook: Secondary Cities, Design-Led Stays, and Wellness by Intention
As South East Asia’s travel momentum accelerates, the conversation is shifting from pure volume to the quality of the journey. Guests are looking for locally connected experiences, more deliberate itineraries, and hotels that function as gateways to destination discovery. For Hilton, this shift is playing out across everything from where...
Spa design trends for 2026
Sparcstudio an independent, creative design studio specialising in spa and wellness design for over 15 years in the spa, wellness, fitness, hotel, and resort sectors
What the Saudi Green Initiative Is and Why It Matters to Hospitality
We’re always curious about how different destinations are embracing sustainability. This time, we’re turning our focus to Saudi Arabia.
Lark Hotels Renews BLLA Membership, Championing Creativity & Independent Spirit
The Boutique & Luxury Lodging Association (BLLA) is proud to announce that Lark Hotels has renewed its membership, strengthening its alliance with BLLA’s growing network of leading boutique and lifestyle hospitality brands. This continued partnership underscores the belief that independent hotels thrive when supported by community, education, and collaboration.
