The Hospitality Newsletter
Today Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Hospitality news — 2026-06-11

30 stories covered that day.

Airfares Jump 20 Percent but Global Demand Remains Resilient Global airline executives report that travel demand remains unexpectedly strong despite airfares rising significantly to… finance Skift · How to Overcome the Limitations of Modern PMS Tech The article examines the evolution of Property Management Systems and warns hoteliers against being trapped by aging arc… technology HospitalityNet · IHG Bets on Egypt and Saudi Amid Middle East Volatility IHG Hotels & Resorts is navigating regional geopolitical tensions by pivoting toward domestic GCC and Indian markets whi… finance Skift · Carbon Reduction Must Precede Trading in Net Zero Strategy The article emphasizes that hotel operators must focus on internal carbon reduction and operational efficiency before re… sustainability Boutique Hotel News · IHG Introduces Garner Hotels to Greater China Market IHG has launched its midscale conversion brand, Garner Hotels, in Greater China to meet rising demand for high-quality, … finance HospitalityNet · Key Hospitality Executive Appointments For June 2024 The article provides a weekly roundup of significant leadership changes and executive appointments within the global hos… hr Lodging Magazine · citizenM Expands DC Presence With New Georgetown Hotel citizenM has officially opened its latest property in Washington D.C.’s Georgetown neighborhood, marking continued growt… operations Boutique Hotel News · Otelier Enhances TruePlan With New Forecasting Workflows Otelier has updated its TruePlan platform with a new 'Critique' workflow and enhanced portfolio visibility to streamline… technology Hospitality Technology · CitizenM Debuts First Hotel Since Marriott Acquisition CitizenM has opened a 230-key hotel in Georgetown, marking its first debut since being acquired by Marriott Internationa… finance Hotel Dive · Wyndham Debuts Reside Collection in Downtown Los Angeles Wyndham has launched the Reside Craftsman in downtown Los Angeles, a 110-unit property that marks a significant expansio… operations Hotel Dive · US Hotel RevPAR Increases 4.4% in April 2026 Data U.S. hotel performance surged in April 2026, with RevPAR climbing to $107.73 and occupancy reaching 64.9% across the cou… finance HospitalityNet · Hotels Face 'AI Theatre' as U.S. RevPAR Rises 4.4% in April The hotel industry is seeing a divide between strong financial performance, with RevPAR up 4.4%, and ineffective AI impl… technology HospitalityNet · Two AKA Hotels Join Marriott and Hilton Soft Brands Two hotels currently operated by AKA are set to join Marriott and Hilton's soft brand collections this month, with Conco… finance Boutique Hotel News · Pursuit Unveils New Hotel Whitefish Development in Montana Attractions and hospitality company Pursuit has announced the development of Hotel Whitefish, a new 80-room lifestyle pr… finance Lodging Magazine · Dellshire Resort Opens Medieval Fantasy Property in Dells Dellshire Resort has opened in Wisconsin Dells as the destination's first new-build resort in over 20 years, featuring a… operations Hotels Magazine · Cloudbeds Launches Ask Signals Conversational AI Interface Cloudbeds has introduced Ask Signals, a conversational AI interface that allows hoteliers to access unified operational … technology eHotelier · Paul Eckert’s People-First Playbook for Stonebridge Paul Eckert, President and CEO of Stonebridge, emphasizes a leadership philosophy centered on active listening and emplo… hr Lodging Magazine · Marriott Partners With Lefay Resorts via Joint Venture Marriott International and Lefay Resorts & Residences have entered a joint venture to globalize the Italian luxury welln… finance Lodging Magazine · Tim Price Appointed COO at Marc & Rose Hospitality Marc & Rose Hospitality has promoted Tim Price to Chief Operating Officer, succeeding Richard Behr following his 19-year… operations eHotelier · Overview of Boutique Hotel News B2B Media Platform Boutique Hotel News serves as a comprehensive B2B media hub for professionals in the niche lifestyle and luxury hospital… general Boutique Hotel News · Hotel AI Should Focus on Revenue Over Cost-Cutting Industry experts Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk discuss how hotels are currently using AI primarily to reduce costs, argu… technology Skift · Marriott Enters Luxury Wellness via Lefay Joint Venture Marriott International has finalized a joint venture agreement with the founders of Italian wellness brand Lefay, markin… finance Hotel Dive · American Airlines Eyes Widebody Order to Boost Growth American Airlines is actively engaging Boeing and Airbus for a new widebody aircraft order to expand its international f… general Skift · Cameron Bersh Drives 12% Comp Sales Growth at Dig Inn Cameron Bersh, Director of Digital Experience at Dig Inn, received the Top Women in Restaurant Technology Innovator Awar… technology Hospitality Technology · Highgate Names Matt Herod GM of Grand Bohemian Asheville Highgate's Kessler Hospitality division has appointed Matt Herod as the new general manager of the Grand Bohemian Lodge … operations Hotels Magazine · Loews Philadelphia Hotel Names Alan Cagle Managing Director Loews Philadelphia Hotel has appointed Alan Cagle as Its new Managing Director to oversee the historic property and its … operations Hotels Magazine · How PMS and POS Integration Redefines Revenue Strategy The hospitality industry is shifting toward Total Revenue Management, requiring seamless integration between PMS and POS… technology eHotelier · HSMAI Europe Launches AI Advisory Board for Hotels HSMAI Europe has established a new AI Advisory Board to provide hotel leaders with practical education and blueprints fo… technology HospitalityNet · Aparium Hotel Group Carves Niche With Trans-Local Strategy Aparium Hotel Group is finding success by focusing on 'trans-local' hospitality, revitalizing historic buildings in arti… operations Hotels Magazine · Two AKA Hotels Transition to Marriott and Hilton Brands Two luxury AKA hotel properties are rebranding to join Marriott’s Autograph Collection and Hilton’s Curio Collection, si… general Boutique Hotel News ·