The perfect vegan staycation in Bangkok
Being based in the region, we are lucky to enjoy frequent weekends and staycations in Bangkok. As vegan foodies, these visits always revolve around where we are going to eat and where best to stay…
Spring Break Fever: Prepping Frontline Hospitality Workers for Travel Chaos
Time off from school, warmer weather and a flurry of travel discounts drive millions of Americans to book vacations during spring break. And this year, changing vacation habits could see even more people booking getaways…
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. Reports Results for the First Quarter 2025
BETHESDA, Md., April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NASDAQ: HST) (the “Company”), the nation’s largest lodging real estate investment trust (“REIT”), today announced results for first quarter of 2025. OPERATING…
These three NYC hotels were just named best in the U.S.
TripAdvisor has spoken—and New York City is officially home to not one, not two but three of the best hotels in the entire country. The travel platform just released its 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best…
Embedded Payments with Multicurrency Pricing: Your New Hotel Revenue Stream
Picture the scene: an international guest is on your website, ready to book a room. But they’re staring at a total in your hotel’s local currency, and they don’t understand it. Confused, they hesitate. Some…
The Pricing Trap: How Independent Hotels Are Breaking Free with AI
If you’re an independent hotelier, you’ve likely played the game: tweak your rates based on the season, check out what your competitors are charging, analyze pacing, maybe throw in some gut instinct—and cross your fingers…
Global Instability, Booking Trends and How Hoteliers Can Stay Ahead
Behind the reassuring headlines of strong bookings and stable occupancy rates, a deeper story is unfolding. Shifting traveler behavior, rising domestic demand and a growing need for adaptability in the face of political and economic…
Mercure Khamis Mushait Opens its Doors in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Mercure Hotel Khamis Mushait — Photo by Accor Mercure Hotel Khamis Mushait — Photo by Accor Mercure, a locally-inspired brand from Accor, announces the opening of Mercure Khamis Mushait in the Aseer region, under the…
During the Vietnam War, this luxury hotel sheltered celebs like Joan Baez and Jane Fonda from US air raids
CNN — Hanoi’s Metropole Hotel sits imposingly on a corner in the city center, bright white with neat black shutters. As guests pull up in front of the French Colonial building, they are greeted by…
Labor Compliance Isn’t a Burden—It’s Your Competitive Edge
Most hoteliers think of labor compliance as a necessary evil—a set of rules they must follow to avoid fines and lawsuits. But the reality is this: compliance isn’t just about avoiding penalties—it’s about protecting profitability,…