Dog-First, Guest-Approved: Inside the Next Evolution of Pet Travel
For many travelers, evaluating their own needs is only part of the process, both in selecting accommodations and in traveling to their destination. The happiness and health of pets
CoStar: U.S. Hotel Industry Reports Positive Yearly Comparisons
ARLINGTON, Virginia—The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar‘s latest data through January 3. U.S. Hotel PerformanceDecember 2
Shutdown Fallout: When Government Breaks Down, The Hotel Industry Suffers
The federal government reopened on Nov. 13 after 43 days, the longest shutdown on record. What was once unthinkable has become, if not routine, a prospect that businesses must plan
Lighthouse Appoints Georg Beyschlag as Chief Financial Officer
DENVER, Colorado—Lighthouse announced the appointment of Georg Beyschlag as chief financial officer. Lighthouse Founder Matthias Geeroms, who has served as CFO since 2018, transi
Marcus & Millichap Announces Sale of Super 8 by Wyndham Spearfish
SPEARFISH, South Dakota—Marcus & Millichap announced the sale of a Super 8 by Wyndham Spearfish, a 60-room hotel in Spearfish, South Dakota, for $2.4 million. “This tran
How Curiosity Led to the C-Suite: Choice Hotels International’s Joshua Sloser on His Career Path
Choice Hotels International, Inc. Chief Commercial Officer Joshua Sloser didn’t set out to be a hotel executive; he just wanted to travel. It was that love of travel that prompte
This Week’s Comings & Goings
Loews Hotels & Co announced the appointment of Kristie Goshow as chief commercial officer. In this role, Goshow will lead the company’s commercial strategy with oversight of
Hunter Advisors Debuts Strategic Rebranding
ATLANTA, Georgia—Hunter Advisors (Hunter) announced the launch of a strategic rebranding reflecting the firm’s growth and long-term vision for the future of hotel investment ad
Raines Announces Development of The Lantern Hotel Rock Hill
ROCK HILL, South Carolina—Raines announced that, in collaboration with The Warren Norman Company, Noble Food and Pursuits, Comporium and WinthropLIFE, the company is developing t
Seven Strategies for Driving Group Business at Lifestyle and Luxury Properties
Group business continues to be one of the most powerful drivers of success for lifestyle and luxury hotels. These properties are uniquely positioned to deliver the kind of thoughtf
