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Access in-depth hotel investment forecasts, market outlooks, and economic trend analysis to guide strategic decisions in the hospitality sector.

News / Owners

A Venetian in Dallas? Inside the gamble in Texas

By Rob Schneider | January 4, 2024

Here’s how the sale of an NBA team and a plot of land near a demolished NFL stadium could eventually lead to gigantic resorts/casinos in Texas. And why the Las Vegas Sands could play a pivotal role. ... Read More

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Phocuswright analysts share 2024 travel industry predictions

By Morgan Hines | January 3, 2024

From digital streamlining and funding to destination recovery and pricing expectations, Phocuswright analysts look ahead to plenty of advancements and changes. ... Read More

News / Owners

2024 US forecast: 8% increase in project construction

By Rob Schneider | January 2, 2024

The latest data from Lodging Econometrics also shows that renovation and conversion activity has hit record highs.... Read More

News / Contributed Perspectives

Transitioning your hotel’s dining room

By Mark Bithrey | January 2, 2024

Walking honestly in your customers’ shoes, aligning your brand strategy to surpass their expectations, and having the right design aesthetics are the keys to F&B success.... Read More

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Quotes of the week: CBRE, NewcrestImage, Choice, Wyndham

By Rob Schneider & Jeffrey Weinstein | December 21, 2023

Among the more noteworthy quotes from this week was Rachael Rothman, head of hotels research for CBRE, on what recent hotel performance data shows about the state of the market.... Read More

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How will the Fed’s pivot to cut rates impact development, M&A?

By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 19, 2023

If the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates three times, or more as suggested by Goldman Sachs, will it jumpstart M&A and new development? Experts weigh in. ... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Record holiday travel; CBRE forecast; Flynn, Värde buy

By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 15, 2023

Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Contributed Perspectives

Hospitality executive hiring trends for 2024

By Alison Harrigan | December 15, 2023

Navigating the changing landscape requires adapting to changing economic and workplace factors to build strong, inspired teams.... Read More

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The state of the union for US hotels? Hard to predict.

By Rob Schneider | December 14, 2023

CBRE’s U.S. Hotel State of the Union report finds that while performance has slowed, profits were resilient.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the week: Parks Hospitality, CBRE Hotels, Hilton

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | December 14, 2023

Among the more noteworthy quotes from this week was Parks Hospitality's Charles El-Mann talking about the importance of controlling development to create the right hotels for the right markets.... Read More

News / Asset Management

ALIS connects design, investment communities at ALIS DESIGN+

December 8, 2023

The new event will emphasize connecting investors and the design community to drive innovation and profitability. ... Read More

News / Owners

Study shows CapEx spending hits record highs

By Rob Schneider | December 8, 2023

The 2023 ISHC CapEx study shows the percentage of overall revenue spent reaching 9% and $5,147 per available room.... Read More

News / Owners

Dearth of luxury hotels in Dallas creates Texas-sized opportunity

By Rob Schneider | December 8, 2023

Dallas has led the nation in construction pipeline for most of the year. We explore why the market is so hot and why the high-end segments are leading the way.... Read More

News / Asset Management

Travel predictions: Breaking down walls, AI and revenue optimization

By Klaus Kohlmayr, IDeaS | December 7, 2023

Expect to see the breakdown of data silos, expansion of revenue management, the rise of generative artificial intelligence, and an ongoing resurgence of meetings and events.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the week: Rocco Forte Hotels, Apple Hospitality, Sands China

December 6, 2023

Among the more noteworthy quotes from this week was Apple Hospitality's Justin Knight talking about an investment strategy that sticks to limited-service properties.... Read More

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