Consumer Trends
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Hotel bookings for FIFA Club World Cup uneven across host cities: STR
Geopolitical headwinds and later booking windows could be affecting hotels near the tournament, a precursor to next year’s World Cup.
By Noelle Mateer • June 23, 2025 -
How hotels can attract and retain loyalty members
Choice Hotels’ Nandika Suri shared why experiences are important to today’s travelers and how brand partnerships can enhance a loyalty program’s value.
By Jenna Graber • June 23, 2025 -
International tourism slump hits Western US mountain destinations
International bookings declined across the region last month, per new data from DestiMetrics, and July and August are “clearly underperforming.”
By Jenna Graber • June 18, 2025 -
Q&A
Loyalty lessons learned: Retiring hotel exec looks back on 40 years
My Place Hotels VP of Brand Loyalty Irene Roberts shares how hotel loyalty programs and guest preferences evolved during her career and forecasts impactful trends in the space.
By Jenna Graber • June 16, 2025 -
Castle Peak secures $315M to grow outdoors-focused Trailborn brand
The investment firm closed its second real estate vehicle, slated to fund Trailborn’s expansion to top leisure destinations amid changing travel demand.
By Jenna Graber • June 13, 2025 -
How will hotel F&B fare against tariffs? CEOs weigh in.
Food and beverage costs are slated to increase as dining and bar patron levels drop, experts, including the head of the National Restaurant Association, share.
By Jenna Graber • June 11, 2025 -
Deep Dive
Après ski appeal: Utah’s revamped Deer Valley draws top hotel brands
Grand Hyatt, Canopy by Hilton, Four Seasons and more make up a diverse hotel ecosystem catering to more than just skiers at Deer Valley East Village near Park City.
By Jenna Graber • June 9, 2025 -
Four Seasons bets on burgeoning South Carolina leisure destination
The luxury hospitality brand will bring a hotel and branded residences to Charleston, which saw a spike in visitor numbers and spending last year.
By Jenna Graber • June 5, 2025 -
Travel sector ‘walks a tight rope’ as US hotel growth outlook downgraded: report
CoStar and Tourism Economics lowered their 2025 and 2026 growth projections for RevPAR and other metrics, citing elevated macroeconomic concerns.
By Jenna Graber • June 3, 2025 -
Hotel CEOs on the ‘human need’ for travel in the face of uncertainty
CEOs of Wyndham, Accor, Hilton, Hyatt, IHG and Marriott shared hospitality’s top growth opportunities at the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum.
By Noelle Mateer • June 3, 2025 -
Summer 2025 travel preview: US travelers determined to hit the road — even if on a budget
Though consumer confidence has dipped amid economic uncertainty, travelers are still planning trips and hotel stays this summer.
By Noelle Mateer • May 22, 2025 -
Hotels’ Q1 earnings: Tariff fears, RevPAR downgrades and more
Most hotel players saw increased RevPAR in the quarter, but outlooks for the remainder of the year are hazy amid ongoing economic uncertainty.
By Jenna Graber • May 19, 2025 -
US to lose $12.5B in international visitor spend in 2025: WTTC
A lack of international traveler confidence, exacerbated by recent government actions, could result in a “staggering” loss of inbound travel, impacting hotels.
By Jenna Graber • May 16, 2025 -
Q&A
Why Marriott sees a ‘real opportunity’ with City Express midscale brand
Global Development Officer, U.S. and Canada, Noah Silverman shares how Marriott is capitalizing on evolving franchisee demand with City Express, its first U.S. transient midscale offering.
By Jenna Graber • May 15, 2025 -
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.
By Jenna Graber • May 13, 2025 -
Sponsored by ResortPass
With travel down, locals drive new revenue
Summertime is usually peak season in the hospitality industry, when hotels and resorts are booked.
May 12, 2025 -
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.
By Noelle Mateer • May 9, 2025 -
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.
By Lara Shortz • May 8, 2025 -
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.
By Jenna Graber • May 6, 2025 -
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.
By Noelle Mateer • May 5, 2025 -
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.
By Justin Bachman • May 2, 2025 -
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.
By Noelle Mateer • May 2, 2025 -
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.
By Jenna Graber • May 1, 2025 -
MGM CEO optimistic despite Q1 tourist, revenue dips in Las Vegas
The resort operator saw declined performance fundamentals year over year on tough comparisons to last year’s Vegas Super Bowl, but its Marriott collab continues to exceed expectations.
By Jenna Graber • May 1, 2025 -
Placemakr continues apartment-style accommodations push in Alabama
Located within a luxury multifamily building, Placemakr Huntsville at Anthem House will cater to extended stay demand generated from its namesake city’s aerospace industry.
By Jenna Graber • April 23, 2025