U.S. hotel industry posted RevPAR growth of 4.6% for the week of 17-23 May 2026, with Tampa leading Top 25 Markets on all three key metrics, boosted by SOF Week.U.S. hotel industry posted RevPAR growth of 4.6% for the week of 17-23 May 2026, with Tampa leading Top 25 Markets on all three key metrics, boosted by SOF Week.
Tuesday brought the sharpest formulation yet of the agentic booking question: when an AI agent completes a reservation, who actually controls where it goes? U.S. hotel forecasts were upgraded for the second time in a week. And Booking.com’s European Accommodation Barometer revealed a growing gap…Tuesday brought the sharpest formulation yet of the agentic booking question: when an AI agent completes a reservation, who actually controls where it goes? U.S. hotel forecasts were upgraded for the second time in a week. And Booking.com’s European Accommodation Barometer revealed a growing gap…
Accor Deputy CEO Jean-Jacques Morin, speaking at EHL HumanX in Lausanne, argues that human relationships trump data in hospitality and that AI should augment, not replace, the people behind the brand.Accor Deputy CEO Jean-Jacques Morin, speaking at EHL HumanX in Lausanne, argues that human relationships trump data in hospitality and that AI should augment, not replace, the people behind the brand.
Dr. Michael Toedt, founder and CEO of dailypoint, receives the Lifetime Achievement Award from Munich’s University of Applied Sciences for decades of teaching, industry leadership, and academic contribution.Dr. Michael Toedt, founder and CEO of dailypoint, receives the Lifetime Achievement Award from Munich’s University of Applied Sciences for decades of teaching, industry leadership, and academic contribution.
CHICAGO (June 2, 2026) – Summer is here, and World of Hyatt is unlocking more ways to save on exceptional stays worldwide. Members can enjoy up to 25% off with World of Hyatt’s Global Summer… CHICAGO (June 2, 2026) – Summer is here, and World of Hyatt is unlocking more ways to save on exceptional stays worldwide. Members can enjoy up to 25% off with World of Hyatt’s Global Summer…
IHCL announces debut of Taj Hessischer Hof Frankfurt marking company’s entry into continental Europe
Set within one of Frankfurt’s most storied addresses, the 126-key Taj Hessischer Hof Frankfurt brings renewed life to a landmark with timeless comfort and understated elegance. Indulge at Bombay Brasserie, famed for its authentic, eclectic Bombay and Indian cuisine; Jimmy’s Bar, the iconic bar known for its live piano performances and signature cocktails; and the Lobby Bar, a refined daytime café offering a selection of fine teas, coffees and pastries.Set within one of Frankfurt’s most storied addresses, the 126-key Taj Hessischer Hof Frankfurt brings renewed life to a landmark with timeless comfort and understated elegance. Indulge at Bombay Brasserie, famed...
Pudu Robotics and Shenzhen CTID will build the world’s first full-scenario robot-serviced hotel on the West Artificial Island of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, with trial operations slated for late 2026.Pudu Robotics and Shenzhen CTID will build the world’s first full-scenario robot-serviced hotel on the West Artificial Island of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, with trial operations slated for late 2026.
Booking.com’s 2026 Barometer, surveying 1,240 European accommodation executives across 24 markets, finds broad optimism but a growing performance and preparedness gap between large chains and small independents.Booking.com’s 2026 Barometer, surveying 1,240 European accommodation executives across 24 markets, finds broad optimism but a growing performance and preparedness gap between large chains and small independents.
Booking.com survey of 13,300+ LGBTQ+ travelers across 19 countries finds only 31% are out when traveling, with 40% willing to hide their identity to visit a bucket-list destination.Booking.com survey of 13,300+ LGBTQ+ travelers across 19 countries finds only 31% are out when traveling, with 40% willing to hide their identity to visit a bucket-list destination.
UN Tourism reports 307 million international arrivals in Q1 2026, up 2%, but the Middle East conflict is expected to cut full-year growth by 1-2 percentage points below the initial 3-4% forecast.UN Tourism reports 307 million international arrivals in Q1 2026, up 2%, but the Middle East conflict is expected to cut full-year growth by 1-2 percentage points below the initial 3-4% forecast.