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    Tariff troubles? Hotel CEOs talk trade policy’s impact on industry.

    During Q1 earnings calls, CEOs from Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt and more shared concerns over weakening travel demand amid ongoing market volatility.

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    Expedia sees AI as the biggest change in experience since mobile

    The travel booking company launched a partnership with Instagram that lets users build and book itineraries on the social media platform.

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    US RevPAR hit Q1 record, though economic outlook more cautious: JLL

    Robust ADRs fueled the highest-ever year-to-date RevPAR in March, though occupancy slipped in the quarter.

  • MGM Resorts appointed Ryan Abboushi as president of entertainment.
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    MGM Resorts appoints president of entertainment

    Ryan Abboushi will lead the company’s entertainment division, building “scalable, branded entertainment and content experiences” across destinations including Las Vegas.

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    How the FTC’s junk fees rule sets a standard for hotel pricing nationwide

    The latest standard to encourage transparent pricing goes into effect today. It could set a baseline for more regulation to follow.

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    Hilton latest to open lifestyle hotel in growing Fort Worth, Texas

    The Nobleman Fort Worth, Tapestry Collection is part of Hilton’s strategy to use collection brands to propel luxury and lifestyle expansion.

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    4 ways AI can improve hotel security

    Technology is bridging gaps in traditional security systems, giving hoteliers more time to focus on their guests.

  • 90% of Business Travelers File Expense Reports Within 7 Days of Returning from Their Trip
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    No slowdown for group, business travel in Q1 2025: report

    Group and business performance saw year-over-year gains in the first months of the year, bolstered by solid events volumes, per Cendyn and Amadeus.

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    Extended Stay America, Grubhub partner for guest food delivery

    The partnership is the latest between a hotel company and a delivery provider as growing numbers of extended stay brands tap apps for in-room dining.

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    Extended stay a beacon for Choice Hotels amid economic uncertainty

    While Choice downgraded its 2025 RevPAR guidance, the company’s well-performing extended stay portfolio shows promise, per CEO Patrick Pacious.

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    Opinion

    How LA hoteliers can prepare for the global stage amid a complex operating environment

    Hotel employers, labor unions, city officials and industry associations will need to work together to ensure Los Angeles offers a world-class experience to visitors, writes attorney Lara Shortz.

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    US growth bolsters IHG’s Q1 RevPAR, despite volatility

    Long-term structural growth drivers “remain unaltered,” CEO Elie Maalouf said, even as economic indicators soften.

  • Hotel Equities affiliate The Hotel Group and local Hogback Development Company will develop a Marriott StudioRes hotel in Moses Lake, Washington.
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    Hotel Equities, Springboard Hospitality merge

    The combination creates a 300-plus hotel portfolio spanning urban, resort and outdoor destinations in the U.S., Canada, the Caribbean and Latin America.

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    Wynn Resorts halts $375M in CapEx, citing tariffs

    The resort operator delayed its Encore Tower remodel amid ongoing economic uncertainty, but CEO Craig Billings says other areas of the business have not been impacted.

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    Caliber inks deal with Hyatt to develop 15 Hyatt Studios across US

    The Scottsdale, Arizona-based real estate investor will bring the upper midscale extended stay brand to five states.

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    Marriott touts development bright spot as it lowers 2025 RevPAR guidance

    Ongoing economic uncertainty led Marriott to downgrade its full-year RevPAR growth expectations, but CEO Anthony Capuano says owners are bullish on long-term hotel opportunities.

  • Hyatt will debut its Andaz brand in Florida with Andaz Miami Beach.
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    Hyatt Lifestyle Group opens inaugural property in Florida

    Andaz Miami Beach is the lifestyle division's first opening since Hyatt acquired Standard International last year.

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    How hoteliers can cater to sports tourists

    From professional games to youth competitions, sporting events are bringing rising numbers of tourists to hotels across markets.

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    What hoteliers should know as NYC’s Safe Hotels Act takes effect

    Though the law implements May 3, questions still linger — “the exact situation that we did not want to have happen,” AHLA’s VP of government shares.

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    Caesars underway on $160M renovation, rebrand of Lake Tahoe property

    The resort operator is transforming Nevada’s Harveys Lake Tahoe into Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino as it prioritizes its regional segment.

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    Hotel RevPAR strong in Q1 despite economic fears: CBRE

    RevPAR grew 2.2% year on year in the first quarter, though hotel CEOs are bracing for potential headwinds.

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    Visa sees economic uncertainty starting to curb travel spending

    As consumers brace for the potential impacts of Trump’s tariffs, they’re cutting back on hotel stays and airline travel, Visa executives said.

  • Hyatt Hotels opened its first Hyatt Studios extended stay hotel in Mobile, Alabama.
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    Hyatt forecasts slower RevPAR growth as booking behavior shifts

    Softening leisure demand led Hyatt to downgrade its 2025 RevPAR growth outlook, though development momentum remains strong, per CEO Mark Hoplamazian.

  • Wyndham Hotels & Resorts opened its second Echo Suites extended stay hotel in Plano, Texas.
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    Wyndham lowers 2025 RevPAR expectations amid dampened consumer sentiment

    The company’s U.S. RevPAR growth was below the low end of its guidance for Q1, though CEO Geoff Ballotti touted Wyndham’s track record in previous economic downturns.

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    Deep Dive

    What Marriott CFO, industry experts think of CitizenM deal

    Marriott will need to work hard to ensure CitizenM doesn’t cannibalize its other lifestyle brand, Moxy. CFO Leeny Oberg says that won’t be a problem.