May 2023

HONOLULU—OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group announced its plans to acquire Kā‘anapali Beach Hotel, a beachfront resort on the island of Maui. It is located on Kā‘anapali Beach, wh

In what could potentially represent its second major brand company acquisition in as many years, Choice Hotels reportedly has inquired about the possibility of bringing Wyndham Hot

Virgin Hotels New York City, which held its grand opening in April, brings the brand’s bold and innovative style to Manhattan’s NoMad neighborhood. The newest addition to the V

The hotel industry remains persistently understaffed as hoteliers have been unable to attract and retain talent. A staggering 87 percent of hotels across the United States are faci

Remington Hotels has elevated Keith Oltchick, former executive vice president of business development, to chief development officer. Oltchick will oversee business development visi

CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the launch of a new Inclusive Collection brand, Impression by Secrets, with the opening of Impression by Secrets Isla Mujeres. The new

Intent on considerably expanding its third-party management portfolio and positioning itself for growth through a potential acquisition, Banyan Tree Management recently relaunched

Marriott International announced that it has signed an agreement with Rappi, Inc., a multilatina technology company. The collaboration aims to increase everyday earning opportuniti

According to Amadeus, traveler expectations have changed over the past four years, and the hospitality industry of 2023 is not that of 2019. These expectations are catalysts for ch

ATLANTA—Peachtree Group announced the appointment of Melissa Ross Smith as chief operating officer. Smith will be responsible for the overall performance, strategy, and organizat