June 2023

CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Grupo Murano for Hyatt Vivid Grand Island, an adults-only resort, a

NEW YORK—The NYU School of Professional Studies Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) collaborated on a survey of hotel owners, management com

PLANO, Texas—Aimbridge Hospitality has appointed Aly El-Bassuni as Divisional President, Enhanced Select Service. El-Bassuni joins Aimbridge after senior leadership runs at hospi

WASHINGTON—As over 80 percent of hotels experience staffing shortages, hoteliers are offering potential hires incentives to fill open positions, according to a new survey of hote

NEWTON, Massachusettes—Sonesta International Hotel Corporation announced the debut of two soft brands within its expanding portfolio: Classico, A Sonesta Collection, and MOD, A S

LONDON—IDeaS has been selected as the preferred RMS provider for Park Plaza Hotels Europe (PPHE Hotel Group) in Europe. Following a process, IDeaS’ G3 RMS was selected for its

LODGING is LIVE at the 2023 NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference. Find our show coverage here. The impact of the economic challenges facing the lodging ind

SAN MATEO, California—Aavgo announced an agreement with the Econo Lodge Franchise Association (EFLA) to offer its Smart Reception capabilities at the more than 700 Econo Lodge ho

Marriott International, Inc., PCMA, and CEMA announced the release of their “Guiding Principles in Experience Design” study, which provides meetings and events professionals in

LODGING is LIVE at the 2023 NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference. Find our show coverage here. The revitalized travel industry, both domestic and internatio