Marriott Opens 10,000th Hotel at Ranthambore Resort & Spa
Marriott International has unveiled its 10,000th hotel worldwide, the JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa. This property marks a key step in expanding Marriott's global portfolio.
Radisson Deploys Yipy to Centralize Brand Standards
Radisson Hotel Group has partnered with Yipy to centralize brand standards across its hotels in the USA. This initiative focuses on improving compliance and quality controls.
Hotel Stocks Climb Steadily in Q2 2026
Hotel stocks in the U.S. have steadily climbed throughout the second quarter of 2026. CoStar data confirms this sustained upward trend in the hospitality sector.
Meliá Hotels Joins WTTC as Global Member
Meliá Hotels International has joined the World Travel & Tourism Council as a global member. The partnership focuses on promoting sustainable tourism within the travel industry.
Lighthouse Launches AI Assistant for Hotel Commercial Operations
Lighthouse has introduced an AI assistant tailored for hotel commercial teams to enhance operational efficiency. The technology aims to support commercial operations within hotels in the USA.
Lighthouse Expands AI Distribution with Hotelrank.ai Acquisition
Lighthouse has acquired Hotelrank.ai to improve its AI distribution strategy. This step supports Lighthouse's focus on advancing hotel technology solutions.
Wellness Retreat Trend Scales Up Ahead of 2026 Summer Travel
The popularity of wellness retreats is on the rise ahead of summer 2026, highlighting a pronounced traveler interest in health-focused travel. More travelers are turning toward wellness journeys that emphasize restoration and wellbeing.
Hotel AKA to Rebrand as Marriott Autograph Collection Property
Hotel AKA in Alexandria will be rebranded as a Marriott Autograph Collection hotel. The announcement was made in June 2026, aligning it with Marriott’s premium network.
$20M, 116-Room Hotel to Break Ground Near Jackson, MS
Construction is set to begin soon on a newly planned 116-room hotel near Jackson, Mississippi. The $20 million project is expected to expand the local hotel accommodations.
Hilton Unveils Undergraduate Campus-Centric Hotel Brand
Hilton has launched a new hotel brand, Undergraduate By Hilton, focused on university campus locations. The brand aims to cater specifically to campus communities across the USA.
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