Corporate travel returning at slower pace than leisure: Deloitte

While business trip volume is up, corporate travel managers face higher hotel prices, tougher supplier negotiations and sustainability mandates.

By Michele Laufik • May 26, 2023

US hotel industry supports 8.3M jobs: AHLA

Though total business sales supported by hotels surpassed pre-pandemic levels last year, hotels are still recouping lost jobs.

By Michele Laufik • May 22, 2023

Travelers want to cut accommodation costs — but will pay more for flexibility

According to a Morning Consult report, travelers are booking farther in advance and opting for vacation rentals to save money. However, they'll swing for hotels that offer free cancellations.

By Jenna Graber • May 15, 2023

Travel is a top spending category for U.S. consumers: McKinsey

Despite some economic uncertainty, consumers continue to prioritize travel and are willing to spend more to do so.

By Michele Laufik • May 4, 2023

American Express Q1 earnings show bump in travel spending

Travel and entertainment​ ​spending in the first quarter of 2023 increased 39​%​ year over year​.

By Michele Laufik • April 24, 2023

Guest satisfaction up at hotels: report

Hyatt saw the biggest gain in customer satisfaction, while guests rated hotel amenities and food service higher than in years past, according to an American Customer Satisfaction Index report.

By Jenna Graber • April 24, 2023

Travelers want, but don’t always trust, sustainable practices at hotels

As travelers become more environmentally conscious, they are holding hospitality organizations to a higher standard of communication and action.

By Jenna Graber • April 20, 2023

Expedia Group launches ‘shoppable’ platform with inspirational travel content

The GoUSA streaming hub “bridges the gap in travel marketing between the growing influence of streamed movies and TV on tourism and travel bookings,” according to the company.

By Michele Laufik • April 20, 2023

US travelers prioritizing hotel location over amenities: Deloitte

The Global State of the Consumer Tracker survey also finds people are putting travel ahead of other discretionary spending as they enter the summer months.

By Michele Laufik • April 14, 2023

Humboldt Social’s Scotia Lodge to offer ketamine-assisted therapy retreats

As consumers prioritize wellness, the California boutique hotel is introducing treatments aimed at addressing trauma and depression.

By Jenna Graber • April 14, 2023

Under Canvas’ Ulum hotel brand opens first outdoor resort in Utah

The hotel offers suite tents and nature-based experiences, including white water rafting and hiking, aimed at accommodating a growing number of travelers wanting to connect with the outdoors.

By Jenna Graber • April 11, 2023

Traveler interest in hotel stays up from 2022: report

Though the number of U.S. adults planning vacations has dipped slightly, those who are traveling are likely to stay in hotels, according to MMGY Travel Intelligence.

By Michele Laufik • April 7, 2023

Google adds swipe function to mobile hotel browsing

The update allows travelers to easily see inside and around a property ahead of booking.

By Jill Menze • April 4, 2023

5 trends shaping hotel strategies in 2023

As hotels return to levels of business not seen since 2019, they are finding a new world of hospitality with rapid developments in technology, sustainability, business travel and more.

By Mike Dunphy • April 3, 2023

NYC office, hotel sectors show signs of life

“New York is back,” but in a way that differs from its pre-pandemic level, a presenter at this week’s New York Build conference said.

By Sebastian Obando • March 10, 2023