Hotels

Hotel ZaZa has selected Aven Hospitality’s AI-powered SynXis platform to consolidate its distribution, revenue, and guest intelligence management. The technology aims to provide integrated operational oversight.

Hotel leaders in the U.S. often have mistaken beliefs about AI’s role in hospitality. Addressing the right questions can help clarify AI’s effective use in hotel operations.

IPW 2026 wrapped up in South Florida with notable global attendance from the travel sector. The event highlighted industry collaboration and optimism toward growing international inbound tourism.

Minister Jack Chambers faced criticism after flying business class and staying in a five-star hotel, while his secretary traveled economy and stayed at a Hilton. A Galway TD has publicly challenged the travel expense disparity.

Domestic travel demand in the U.S. is on the rise for summer 2026, with travelers opting for a more thoughtful and measured planning process for their vacations.

Asian travelers in 2026 are gravitating towards hotels that offer booking flexibility and refined dining options. Highly rated accommodations also remain a preferred choice for this market segment.

The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress has joined the Disney World Gateway Hotel Collection, offering guests another official hotel option near Disney World in Orlando. This addition further expands lodging choices for visitors to the area.

IHG Hotels & Resorts has secured its first Vignette Collection hotel in London, located in Canary Wharf. This signing is part of IHG’s ongoing luxury conversion brand expansion in 2026.

Hotel ZaZa has selected Aven Hospitality's AI-enabled SynXis platform to unify its hotel operations, integrating distribution, revenue management, and guest intelligence systems.

IPW 2026 wrapped up in Fort Lauderdale with close to 5,000 travel professionals attending. The event showcased widespread international participation and an encouraging tourism outlook.