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  • An aerial view of Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa in New Hampshire.
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    Inside the multimillion-dollar restoration of the historic Omni Mount Washington

    Omni Hotels & Resorts kept generations of guests in mind with thoughtful design touches that modernized the New Hampshire hotel, while honoring guests’ emotional connection to the property.

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    Ashford Hospitality Trust sells Hyatt Regency Long Island for $26.5M

    The New York transaction follows the real estate investment trust’s sale of a Marriott in Silicon Valley, California, amid the firm's ongoing offloading strategy.

  • World Cup bound soccer fans stream past signs up an escalator and stairs at Penn Station in New York City.
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    CoStar, Tourism Economics ‘significantly’ boost US hotel outlook

    After hotels outperformed expectations in H1, due in part to the World Cup, the pair now projects higher RevPAR growth for full-year 2026 as well as 2027.

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    Lodging Lowdown: Accor debuts in Las Vegas with Treasure Island, Potomac Hotel joins Marriott’s Autograph Collection

    Plus, Crestline Hotels & Resorts has been selected to manage a dual-branded Marriott property near Vail, Colorado, with access to skiing.

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    Alum launches as college-town hospitality concept, debuting in Alabama

    Backed by Derek Jeter, Alum properties will bring luxury condo-hotels, private members’ clubs and year-round programming near campuses as hospitality players move in on college markets.

  • Choice Hotels International headquarters at the Pike & Rose development in North Bethesda, Maryland.
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    Choice Hotels raises full-year US RevPAR, global net rooms growth outlook

    During Q2 2026, the company saw improving demand fundamentals that point to a favorable growth environment for the full year, per company executives.

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    Booking Holdings’ connected trip strategy boosts loyalty

    The parent company of Booking.com, Agoda and Priceline wants travelers to book multiple travel verticals with the company for the same trip.

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    Airbnb furthers hotel strategy with Lark Hotels partnership

    The pair signed an agreement that will make Lark’s portfolio, comprising more than 75 boutique hotels across the U.S., available on Airbnb as it scales its hotel business.

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    Global business travel spending to hit record $1.71T in 2026: GBTA

    Although business travel spending is increasing, the number of trips is growing at a slower rate, indicating corporate travel is becoming more selective.

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    4 trends reshaping the 2026 hospitality investment market

    The first half of 2026 delivered some surprises that could present compelling opportunities for investors who can move quickly, per the co-founder of a real estate investment firm.

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    Wynn Resorts posts Q2 Las Vegas gains amid ‘solid’ demand

    Continued strength in the market is expected, with group and convention business pacing well for the remainder of the year and beyond, said CEO Craig Billings.

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    Pyramid Global Hospitality taps Atrium CFO for same role

    The hotel management company appointed Chris Dunne as chief financial officer, while also naming new leaders to support luxury operations and F&B.

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    Why an AI travel company thought the Sonder name was worth reviving

    TravelAI CEO John Lyotier said Sonder’s new website is designed to help travelers find a stay that feels familiar to the urban concept, which still holds “residual brand value” following Sonder’s bankruptcy.

  • The exterior of a Marriott hotel.
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    Marriott’s Q2 RevPAR growth bolstered by US and Canada gains

    The region saw RevPAR up 5% year over year, its highest quarterly increase in 13 quarters, per CEO Anthony Capuano.

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    $385M Miami Beach convention hotel tops out construction

    The Grand Hyatt Miami Beach will connect to the city’s convention center via a climate-controlled skyway and open the doors for larger events in the city.

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    Hotel Tech-in: The boutique hotel in Maine operating without a front desk

    The hotel’s “remote concierge” concept helps eliminate overhead costs for smaller properties and provides 24/7 guest support remotely thanks to technology.

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    Lodging Lowdown: Viceroy Hotels to debut NYC flagship, Radisson launches app on ChatGPT

    Plus, Remington Hospitality added a soon-to-be Hyatt Regency in San Diego to its portfolio, and Langham Hospitality Group named a new chief operating officer.

  • The Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill is seen on August 21, 2024 in Washington, DC.
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    Hyatt sees Q2 RevPAR growth driven by luxury travel demand

    Hyatt’s U.S. results “exceeded expectations,” with leisure travel remaining robust and the World Cup boosting group demand, per CEO Mark Hoplamazian.

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    MGM Resorts posts solid Q2 results bolstered by strength in Las Vegas

    Group and convention momentum as well as targeted capital allocation contributed to growth in Sin City during the second quarter, per MGM executives.

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    Hilton’s CMO on why brand marketing is an ‘irrational affinity business’

    Global CMO Mark Weinstein explains how the hospitality titan is utilizing creators, AI and loyalty in an evolving advertising landscape.

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    IHG Hotels & Resorts launches AI-powered conversational search tool

    The company is rolling out the search functionality across its website and mobile app as part of a broader artificial intelligence strategy, with further developments coming later this year.

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    Caesars posts Q2 results amid pending acquisition by Fertitta

    The resort operator saw declines in Las Vegas during the second quarter but did not host an earnings call due to the looming transaction, which would take Caesars private.

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    Hilton reported Q2 RevPAR gains, raises full-year forecast

    During an earnings call, CEO Chris Nassetta touted strengthening demand trends and highlighted a record number of signings that expanded Hilton’s development pipeline.

  • An outdoor accommodation at Reset Hotel near Joshua Tree National Park in California.
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    Marriott adds new brand to Outdoor Collection with hotel near Joshua Tree

    Reset Hotel close to the California national park marks the first new brand to join Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy since its launch in 2025.

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    Hilton opens fourth LivSmart Studios hotel in Pensacola, Florida

    The extended stay property is designed for guests staying 10 nights or longer and “reflects the brand’s continued momentum” with more locations on the horizon.