Is it time to retire the all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet? - Once a hallmark of hotel luxury, the breakfast buffet is under scrutiny for its waste, overconsumption, and environmental impact.

Aug 20, 2025 • Hospitality

Junk fees are over: What it means for OTAs - The FTC’s new rule and Booking’s $9.5M settlement mark a turning point for online travel — transparency is now the price of entry.

Aug 20, 2025 • Hospitality

European hotels are wired but not wise - A new study shows most properties have the tech, but still lack strategy and profitability focus in revenue management.

Aug 20, 2025 • Hospitality

Hotel funds are back in business - As travel rebounds, investors are betting on hospitality portfolios for long-term growth and stable returns.

Aug 20, 2025 • Hospitality

The new gatekeeper of hotel reputation - Review synthesis and sentiment analysis are transforming how guests see—and judge—your property.

Aug 19, 2025 • Hospitality

Airbnb lets U.S. travelers book stays with zero upfront payment - New “Reserve Now, Pay Later” feature gives guests more flexibility—while keeping hosts protected by cancellation deadlines.

Aug 19, 2025 • Hospitality

London hotel occupancy highest since 2018 - Wimbledon, Oasis concerts push occupancy to highest level since 2018 and drive ADR and RevPAR to new peaks.

Aug 19, 2025 • Hospitality

Luxury’s quietest upgrade is artificial - From dynamic pricing to scent-aware guest profiles, AI is reshaping high-end hospitality — if it doesn’t kill the magic.

Aug 19, 2025 • Hospitality