Choice Hotels Names Tony Pallas as Chief Technology Officer
NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International announced the promotion of Tony Pallas to chief technology officer. In this role, Pallas will lead enterprise technology, eng
Eleven Announces Acquisition of Stella Networks
LAS VEGAS, Nevada—Eleven, an AHLA member, announced the acquisition of Stella Networks, the hospitality network orchestration platform, developed and operated by Bright Star Pty
Turning Rainy Days Into Revenue: How Hotels Can Weather Summer Demand Volatility
Summer is often a peak season for the hospitality industry; kids are out of school, so families plan various trips, and hotels are a key part of these journeys. This summer in pa
Sonesta Announces Reopening of Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport
NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the reopening of Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport. The 131-room upper-midscale hotel is located ne
Hilton Expands Its Presence in Florida With Conversion of Ocean’s Edge Resort & Marina
KEY WEST, Florida—Hilton announced the signing and upcoming conversion of Ocean’s Edge Resort & Marina to Hilton Key West Resort & Marina, expanding Hilton’s presence
Highgate and Lotte Hotels & Resorts Announce Strategic Partnership
NEW YORK and SEOUL—Lotte Hotels & Resorts and Highgate jointly announced a strategic partnership that will see Highgate assume management of the Lotte New York Palace Hotel,
Fullstory Survey Highlights How Rising Costs Impact Travelers
ATLANTA, Georgia—Fullstory released the results of its 2026 Travel & Hospitality Survey, which explored shifting travel behaviors, booking preferences, and experience expecta
AC Hotel by Marriott at CityCentre Houston Breaks Ground
HOUSTON, Texas—Anchor Construction broke ground on the new AC Hotel by Marriott CityCentre Houston, a six-story, 153-room hotel in West Houston, Texas. The $19-million developmen
The People Behind Hotel Margins Matter More Than Ever
Hotel profitability is facing mounting pressure in 2026 as slowing revenue growth collides with rising operating costs. Industry forecasts point to a challenging year ahead, with U
Milliken & Company and Venus Group Introduce New Table Linen Fabric for the Hospitality Industry
SPARTANBURG, South Carolina—Milliken & Company and Venus Group collaborated to introduce Milliken Passport, a U.S.-finished table linen fabric offered through Venus for indus
