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Stay updated on hotel brand development, expansion strategies, and the latest launches driving growth in the hospitality sector.
Wyndham adds 2,000 rooms with Choctaws
Wyndham adds 2,000 rooms with Choctaws
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 22, 2026
Four Choctaw Casino & Resort properties affiliate with Wyndham Grand and Trademark Collection brands.... Read More
Latest news: Canyon, Six Senses to Utah; Loews 3rd in Arlington; AAHOA founder dies
Latest news: Canyon, Six Senses to Utah; Loews 3rd in Arlington; AAHOA founder dies
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 22, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hilton's Nassetta discusses Minnesota, organic growth
Hilton's Nassetta discusses Minnesota, organic growth
By Christina Jelski | January 22, 2026
During a roundtable, Nassetta spoke about hotels that temporarily closed in St. Paul, defended their... Read More
Starwood’s 1 Hotel coming to the Catskills
Starwood’s 1 Hotel coming to the Catskills
By Rob Schneider | January 21, 2026
The 1 Hotel & Homes Hudson Valley will be set on 775 acres and feature a residential element opening... Read More
Minor’s 2026 growth focuses on franchising, new brands
Minor’s 2026 growth focuses on franchising, new brands
By Rob Schneider | January 20, 2026
After a record year of signings, the Bangkok-based operator is focused on diversification and... Read More
Latest news: IHG to triple in India; Atari craps out in Vegas; IHCL acquires Brij
Latest news: IHG to triple in India; Atari craps out in Vegas; IHCL acquires Brij
By Rob Schneider | January 16, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hilton partners with Placemakr on apartments
Hilton partners with Placemakr on apartments
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 15, 2026
Hilton will initially add about 3,000 apartment-style units and look to grow with its new partner and... Read More
Armani partners for hotel expansion
Armani partners for hotel expansion
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 14, 2026
Exclusive 20-year deal with the Emirates’ Symphony Group call for selective growth in top global... Read More
Marriott to add 2,700 rooms-plus in KSA
Marriott to add 2,700 rooms-plus in KSA
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 14, 2026
Plans include five new hotels in Jeddah, Makkah, and Madinah, including the debut of the Four Points... Read More
Hyatt Unscripted ties up with Vietnam's Wink
Hyatt Unscripted ties up with Vietnam's Wink
By Rob Schneider | January 7, 2026
Six Wink properties in Vietnam have joined the Unscripted by Hyatt portfolio, more than doubling... Read More