Places Profile

Read the latest news and insights on key locations in the hotel investment industry through Hotel Investment Today's places profiles section. Our expert coverage includes development projects, market trends, strategic opportunities, and more in various regions.

News / North America

South Florida market still a draw for investors

By Stefani C. O'Connor | January 29, 2024

Active players cite mix of positives for region, eyeing more moves in 2024.... Read More

News / Owners

Vietnam’s runaway growth stalls but that’s not all bad

By Asia correspondent | January 17, 2024

Confidence in hotel investment drops but a stronger Vietnam may emerge in the long term. ... Read More

News / Insights

23 more must-read features for 2023

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | December 19, 2023

Starting with a video interview with Marriott’s CEO during HIT’s launch and through a year filled with strategic thinkers and opportunistic dealmakers, here are links to features that turned heads in 2023. ... 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 / Brands

Why Macau's push for more non-gaming revenue is a force

By Raini Hamdi | December 1, 2023

Macau’s dream for more non-gaming revenue finally has teeth, putting the destination in a stronger position to compete for higher-yield tourists seeking attractions other than casinos.... Read More

News / North America

Mexico was a pandemic-era favorite, but signs point to softened demand

By Nicole Edenedo | November 14, 2023

Mexico might be “fatigued” but advisors and operators believe the sun and fun destination will be back in favor in 2024. ... Read More

News

Top moments from HICAP – Asia’s premier investment conference

By Rob Schneider | November 13, 2023

Here is the best from the Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP), from executive interviews to awards to insights from top hospitality leaders. ... Read More

News / Brands

Is it time to invest in Indonesia’s future capital, Nusantara?

By Raini Hamdi | October 19, 2023

Two Indonesian conglomerates and Marriott International have announced hotels in Nusantara. Grandstanding or shrewd risk taking?... Read More

News / EMEA

First look at the impact of war in Israel

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 9, 2023

Local hoteliers will face multiple challenges, but the global corporate operators have limited exposure.... Read More

News / Asset Management

Concerned hospitality officials urge visitors to come to Maui

By Christina Jelski | August 24, 2023

Occupancy has dipped to about 57%, creating big challenges for Maui hoteliers.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

Australia bucks cooling investment climate in APAC

By Raini Hamdi | August 2, 2023

‘Come and Say G’day’ is Tourism Australia’s new global campaign to support the rebuild of the tourism industry Down Under. Hotel investors are heeding the call despite headwinds.... Read More

News / Asia Pacific

Chains are wild about India – but it’s not an easy catch

By Raini Hamdi | June 19, 2023

Global chains have pounded their chest for dominance in China. These days, it’s India they are wild about. But it's incredibly complicated.... Read More

News / Brands

LatAm performance remains buoyant; development still requires patience

By Jeffrey Weinstein | June 15, 2023

A panel of industry experts gathered at CHRIS-HOLA to discuss shifting growth strategies in the Caribbean and Latin America.... Read More

News / Brands

Kimpton’s fall debut rides wave of New York City’s comeback

By Mary Scoviak | May 3, 2023

With its bleisure market pitch, Hotel Theta hopes to steal a march at the top of the market when performance is strong and the pipeline has slowed to a trickle.... Read More

News / Owners

Warwick’s Chiu simply likes 100% control

By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 16, 2023

Owner-operator acquires great location in Montreal that fits his model for success. ... Read More

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