From SEO to GEO: How Hotels Can Stay Visible in AI-Driven Travel Search
Artificial intelligence has moved from the periphery of travel planning to its very core.  The travel experience begins long before booking, and travelers are increasingly tu
Development Focus: Hilton’s Bill Fortier Has Been a Catalyst for Franchise Growth and Ownership Opportunities
Throughout his nearly 30 years with Hilton and his previous 10 years with Marriott International, Bill Fortier has focused on hotel development, and he has certainly made his mark
AHLA Issues Statement on Release of Supplemental H-2B Visas
WASHINGTON, D.C.—On December 31, 2025, the Trump Administration announced the release of 35,000 supplemental H-2B visas. Rosanna Maietta, president and chief executive officer
Marriott Bonvoy Launches Outdoor Collection and Digital Platform Catering to Adventure Travelers
This fall, Marriott Bonvoy launched Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors, a digital platform that enables outdoor adventure travelers to discover and book their next trip based on both destina
Enhancing the Guest Experience: The Importance of Indoor Air Quality Monitoring in HospitalityÂ
Who slept in your hotel room last night, or sat at your dining room table? Were they sick? Whether you are staying for pleasure or business, getting sick while travelingÂ
Hilton Milwaukee Completes Renovation
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin—The Hilton Milwaukee announced the completion of its $42 million renovation. The project updated the hotel’s 1920s architecture and design with a re
Lark Hospitality Announces Upcoming Reopening of The Faust Hotel
NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas—Lark Hospitality, in partnership with the Duettra family and key investors, announced The Faust Hotel, a boutique hotel opening in New Braunfels, Texas. The
AAHOA Issues Statement on One-Year Delay of Tariff Increases on Furniture and Cabinetry
ATLANTA, Georgia—AAHOA issued a statement welcoming President Donald Trump’s decision to delay the scheduled increase in tariffs on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets, and
The Capital Stack: PIP Timing Is a Key Variable in Hotel Financing
While many hoteliers understand the need for property improvement plans (PIPs) and incorporate them into their development plans, they might not realize that the proper timing of P
The Capital Stack: PIP Timing is a Key Variable in Hotel Financing
While many hoteliers understand the need for property improvement plans (PIPs) and incorporate them into their development plans, they might not realize that the proper timing of P
