Luxury

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Marriott beats in 1Q25 with modest guidance trim
News / C Corps
Marriott beats in 1Q25 with modest guidance trim
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 6, 2025
International RevPAR growth of 5.9% leads the way; citizenM deal should result in 5% NUG.... Read More
CALA experts discuss brand affiliation vs. independent
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CALA experts discuss brand affiliation vs. independent
By Rob Schneider | May 5, 2025
At ALIS CALA, experts on stage discuss what is “discussable” in negotiations and what owners want with brand affiliation.... Read More
ALIS CALA video: Mullen Real Estate Capital's Jeff Mullen
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ALIS CALA video: Mullen Real Estate Capital's Jeff Mullen
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 5, 2025
The founders of Apple Leisure Group remain very active developers in the CALA region and Mullen Real Estate Capital President and CEO Jeff Mullen talks strategy at ALIS CALA.... Read More
Strong growth in Latin America pipeline
News / Latin America
Strong growth in Latin America pipeline
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 5, 2025
Upscale chains have the biggest pipelines with Mexico having the most projects.... Read More
Latest news: NoMad debut in APAC; Vegas struggles; Wage battle in LA
News / Brands
Latest news: NoMad debut in APAC; Vegas struggles; Wage battle in LA
By Rob Schneider | May 5, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Crisis readiness: What to do before sirens sound
News / Contributed Perspectives
Crisis readiness: What to do before sirens sound
By Edward Mady | May 5, 2025
Crisis isn’t a one-time test. It’s a daily measure of readiness. The hotels that thrive aren’t reacting, they’re preparing.... Read More
Why a potential recession doesn’t scare Wyndham
News / C Corps
Why a potential recession doesn’t scare Wyndham
By Rob Schneider | May 4, 2025
During the company’s first-quarter earnings call last week, CEO Geoff Ballotti said Wyndham is better positioned to outperform its competitors in times of economic downturns.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Aperture, AutoCamp, KHP, Remington Hospitality
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Aperture, AutoCamp, KHP, Remington Hospitality
By Rob Schneider | May 2, 2025
 Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: Westgate buys VOS; EasyHotels sold; Driftwood’s $40M in financing
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Westgate buys VOS; EasyHotels sold; Driftwood’s $40M in financing
By Rob Schneider | May 2, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
ALIS CALA interview: Abhay Bakaya, Starwood Hotels
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ALIS CALA interview: Abhay Bakaya, Starwood Hotels
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 2, 2025
The chief development officer of the Starwood Hotels talks about what will be different about the reincarnated brand and what's in the pipeline.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Hilton, Accor, Noble, Blue Diamond
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Hilton, Accor, Noble, Blue Diamond
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | May 2, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from this week's stories is Hilton's Chris Nassetta talking about rating current risk more to the upside than downside.... Read More
ALIS CALA award winners named
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ALIS CALA award winners named
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 2, 2025
Development and Deal of the Year for the CALA region were announced during the conference this week at the Loews Coral Gables in Florida.  ... Read More
Deal activity: April 22-28, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: April 22-28, 2025
By Shawn Turner | May 1, 2025
 Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was the Shayher Group’s acquisition of the 245-key The Park Hyatt in Melbourne, Australia, from Fu Wah International.... Read More
Latest news: Ennismore to Nashville; JV secures $45.36M loan; US hotels mixed
News / Brands
Latest news: Ennismore to Nashville; JV secures $45.36M loan; US hotels mixed
By Rob Schneider | May 1, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hyatt beats on EPS, modestly adjusts guidance
News / C Corps
Hyatt beats on EPS, modestly adjusts guidance
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 1, 2025
RevPAR jumps 5.7% year over year, adjusting guidance based on short-term demand trends.... Read More