Slow Down, Check In, Reconnect: The Rise of Farm Charm
Expedia's Unpack '26 report finds 84% of travelers want farm-adjacent stays, prompting hotels to rethink guest experiences around slow travel, local sourcing, and on-site nature activities.
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XYDF Delivers Scalable DC Charging Solutions for Commercial, Fleet and Highway EV
With 10+ years manufacturing expertise, XYDF provides end-to-end DC fast charger systems and expert insights on finding the best 110v EV charger for home use. YUEQING,…
CEFA Aviation Signs First Contract in Taiwan with STARLUX Airlines
COLMAR, FRANCE, July 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- CEFA Aviation today announced that STARLUX Airlines, a Taiwan-based premium international carrier, has selected CEFA Flight Animation System (CEFA…
Dimerco Report: Asia-Pacific Shippers Prepare for More Demand, Rates and Disruption in H2 2026
Survey of APAC-connected shippers shows 71% expect freight demand to increase, while 92% report higher rates and 84% face shipment delays at least monthly. TAIPEI, TAIWAN,…
Spas of America Launches the 2026 Canada Spa Guide
Spas of America's 2026 Canada Spa Guide showcases the country's most restorative spa resorts, wellness retreats and thermal experiences. VANCOUVER, BC - BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, July…
CEFA Aviation Signs First Contract in Taiwan with STARLUX Airlines
COLMAR, FRANCE, July 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- CEFA Aviation today announced that STARLUX Airlines, a Taiwan-based premium international carrier, has selected CEFA Flight Animation System (CEFA…
Volcanoes Safaris Partnership Trust Reveals First Update from Groundbreaking Study of Uganda's 'Lost Chimps'
The first findings from the VSPT’s monitoring programme show how science-based conservation supports the endangered chimpanzees of Kyambura Gorge KAMPALA, KAMPALA, UGANDA, July 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/…
XMPro Named as a Sample Vendor for Digital Twins in Gartner® Hype Cycle™ for Discrete Manufacturing Technologies, 2026
XMPro's Agentic Operations Platform runs governed digital twins for industrial products across design, manufacturing, and in-service operations. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ --…
Hypertherm Associates, ProNest 네스팅 소프트웨어용 ‘Quote Manager’ 출시
웹 기반 모듈로 견적 업무를 간소화하고 원가 산정 정확도를 향상하며, 영업과 생산 현장을 연결 HANOVER, NH, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- 산업용 절단 시스템…
Concierge Auctions Announces July Auctions: Over US$265M of Marquee Properties
Top luxury markets spanning North America lead the lineup NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Concierge Auctions presents over US$265 million in…
Rose-Hulman Team Places 10th in NASA USLI Challenge
Rose Rocketry earned a 10th-place finish in the NASA University Student Launch Initiative, designing and launching a rocket with a scientific payload. TERRE HAUTE, IN, UNITED…
Omni Hotels & Resorts completes $40M Florida renovation
Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa saw upgrades across its guest rooms, public spaces and amenities, as Omni undergoes a billion-dollar transformation across its portfolio.
H2OG Fogger Announces Launch of July Mid-Summer Event Featuring Site-Wide Adjustments
H2OG Fogger Launches July Mid-Summer Event, Highlighting ‘Fairway Fogger’ Fleet Coolers to Combat Course Heat DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- H2OG Fogger,…
H2OG Fogger Announces Launch of July Mid-Summer Event Featuring Site-Wide Adjustments
H2OG Fogger Launches July Mid-Summer Event, Highlighting ‘Fairway Fogger’ Fleet Coolers to Combat Course Heat DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- H2OG Fogger,…
Tribal Nations Reaffirm Commitment to Bears Ears Following Monument Rollbacks
The five Tribal Nations of the Bears Ears Commission remain committed to protecting their sacred ancestral homelands through collaborative management and Tribal leadership. BEARS EARS NATIONAL…
Click Bond’s Stronger Together System Will Make World Premiere at FIA 2026
Adhesive-bonded fasteners are joined with automated bonding and XR-guided technology to speed assembly, enhance consistency, and increase precision. CARSON CITY, NV, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026…
Xinhua Silk Road : la province du Heilongjiang lance une manifestation de promotion de la culture et du tourisme dans la ville de Jixi
PÉKIN, 14 juillet 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Une conférence consacrée à la promotion de la culture et du tourisme a débuté le 8 juillet dans la ville…
GF Hotels & Resorts Expands Executive Leadership Team with Strategic Appointments
PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- GF Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointments of Becky Vealey as Executive Vice President…
Blacksford Reports Strong Booking Growth in 2026 as Premium RV Travel Surges in U.S. Experiential Travel
The #1-rated premium RV rental brand opens its fourth location in Seattle, deepens its Travel Advisor Program, and begins onboarding new trade partners for 2027 BOZEMAN,…
MILE 0 FEST KEY WEST CELEBRATES 10 YEARS OF SONG, SUN & SAND WITH ITS BIGGEST FESTIVAL YET
Cross Canadian Ragweed, Ryan Bingham, Wyatt Flores, Kaitlin Butts, Old Crow Medicine Show to Headline the Landmark 10th Anniversary Celebration in Paradise Mile 0 Fest is…
Korea Tourism Organization Brings K-Culture to Life in New York City This Summer
Special Pop-Up Event Days on July 16 & 18 — Free Entry, K-Beauty Samples, Mini Soccer Challenge, and a Chance to Win a Free Trip to…
ABP expands its leading jet broker career support with Moove & Pipedrive CRM
ABP graduates now benefit from up to 6 months access to jet sourcing & CRM tools, relieving their starting financial burden by $3,500. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED…
FLORA MARTEEN UNVEILS THE BUENOS AIRES RESORT COLLECTION 2027 Modern Luxury, and the Spirit of Argentina
Flora Marteen proudly introduces the Buenos Aires Resort Collection 2027, an elegant capsule collection inspired by the timeless beauty and romance NEW YORK , NYC, NY,…
Employees who feel overqualified view more work tasks as unreasonable
Penn State research finds hospitality employees who feel overqualified are more likely to view tasks as unfair, increasing turnover intent, but respectful managers reduced these perceptions…
Mill Town Media Group Launches Innovative Marketing Solutions to Empower Businesses in the AI Era
Mill Town Media Group’s new AI add-ons and Growth Packages deliver tailored, cost-effective marketing tools to boost visibility and long-term business growth. DAYTONA BEACH, FL, UNITED…
Pavlus Travel & Cruise Posts Strong Luxury Travel Results, Identifies Emerging Travel Trends for 2027 Vacations
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- "Midway through 2026 and heading toward 2027, Pavlus Travel & Cruises is seeing phenomenal luxury travel demand," says Craig…
Select Registry Spotlights Historic Independent Inns as Travelers Plan America 250 Getaways
Historic independent inns offer travelers an authentic way to experience America's past as the nation continues to commemorate its 250th anniversary. KANSAS CITY, Mo., July 14,…
THE HISTORIC ALEX THEATRE BEGINS ITS NEXT CENTURY WITH A RETURN TO ITS CINEMATIC ROOTS
Presenting Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey in newly installed 70mm large format film projection. After a 35 year absence from first-run studio films, this transformative 70mm special…
In HelloNation, Travel Expert Larry King Examines Cody, Wyoming as a Yellowstone Travel Base
The article outlines the benefits and tradeoffs of staying in Cody when visiting Yellowstone National Park. CODY, Wyo., July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Is Cody, Wyoming,…
Altiora Launches Business Jet Co-Ownership Program for Private Aircraft Owners
LOS ANGELES, July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Altiora, a boutique private jet management firm, today announced the launch of its jet co-ownership program. The program serves…
America’s Cup Hall of Fame to Induct Four Sailing Legends This October
Noted Sailors & Innovators Glenn Ashby, Peter Isler & Lowell North Among those to be honored this fall BRISTOL, RI, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/…
Meet Us in Montauk: EDITION Hotels Ushers in 'The Summer EDITION' Presented by American Express, a Weekend Residency, in New York's East End
Hamptons Hot Spot, The Crow's Nest, Will Transform for the Second Installment of The Summer EDITION Series on July 24 and 25. BETHESDA, Md., July 14,…
TiER1 Performance Announces Chief Transformation Officer
TiER1 Performance names Katie Camargo its first Chief Transformation Officer, strengthening its ability to help clients lead lasting transformation. COVINGTON, KY, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026…
Mews Founder Richard Valtr Opens The Boardroom Reboot, Humanless Hotels Spark a World Panel Debate, Agentic AI Makes Hotels AI-Bookable or Irrelevant
Tuesday brought the launch of Hospitality Net's Boardroom Reboot podcast with Mews founder Richard Valtr tracing a unicorn from night audit boredom in Prague, a World…
The night auditor who built a unicorn: Richard Valtr opens The Boardroom Reboot
Mews founder Richard Valtr traces the origin of the hospitality unicorn from night audit boredom in Prague to a billion-dollar PMS, sharing predictions on AI, loyalty,…
Capital Projects Are About More Than Construction; They're About Protecting the Guest Experience
A Newport Hospitality Group VP of Capital Projects outlines how effective hotel capital planning goes beyond construction to protect asset value, guest experience, and long-term operational…
The Hidden Cost of Slow Operational Decisions During Peak Check-In Periods
Slow inter-departmental communication during peak occupancy creates compounding delays; real-time PMS integration is presented as the fix, with Maestro PMS as the featured solution.
4 notable interviews about AI in hospitality from H1 2026
During the first half of the year, Hotel Dive sat down with hotel executives and tech leaders to discuss the evolving role of artificial intelligence in…
Hotel guest satisfaction up across every segment in 2026: JD Power
Higher quality food and beverage offerings and room improvements have positively impacted the guest experience over the last year, per an annual index study.
Positron and SONIFI Partner to Modernize Guestroom Network at Buena Vista Suites Orlando
Positron's GAM solution converted existing coaxial cabling into a Gigabit Ethernet network at Buena Vista Suites Orlando, completing the full-property upgrade in one week with no…
June events lifted Sydney hotel performance
Sydney hotels posted June 2026 RevPAR of AUD180.77, up 3.7% year-over-year, with VIVID Sydney, the Al Shami concert, and the Sydney Film Festival driving peak occupancy…
HSMAI Europe launches new whitepaper on the agentic future of hospitality technology
HSMAI Europe's AI Advisory Board whitepaper examines how autonomous AI agents will reshape hotel discovery, booking, and communication, and what hotels must do to become "AI-bookable."
Tempo by Hilton to Debut in Asia Pacific with First Signings in China
Hilton signed multiple Tempo by Hilton deals across Xiamen, Beijing, Chengdu, and Jiaxing, marking the lifestyle brand's first Asia Pacific presence as Hilton targets 250 luxury…
Minor Hotels Debuts Anantara Tented Camp Kafue River
Minor Hotels welcomes the arrival of Anantara Tented Camp Kafue River , the brand’s first tented safari camp and a key milestone in Anantara’s 25th anniversary…
INNSiDE by Meliá Debuts in Malta with the Opening of INNSiDE by Meliá Bugibba
Meliá Hotels International announces the opening of INNSiDE by Meliá Bugibba on 12 July 2026, marking the debut of its lifestyle-led INNSiDE by Meliá brand in…
Choice Hotels International Expands Ascend Collection with Opening of Liberté 33 in Poznań, Poland as Demand for Flexible Franchising Continues
Choice Hotels International®, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel franchisors, has added Liberté 33 in Poznań to its Ascend Collection, marking Choice Hotels’…
US hotels see RevPAR boost from America 250 events, World Cup
For the week ending July 4, RevPAR, ADR and occupancy were up year over year, with Washington, D.C., seeing some of the highest performance gains.
Vivanta Gurugram Sector 95a Opens Its Doors
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) , India's largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Vivanta Gurugram in Sector 95A. The 154-key Vivanta Gurugram Sector 95A enjoys…
The Hon. Natalie Suleyman MP Minister for Tourism marks official opening of Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton
The Hon. Natalie Suleyman MP, Minister for Tourism, was joined by Melbourne Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece, Member for Melbourne Sarah Whitty MP, Matt Tripolone, IHG Hotels…
Hilton Debuts Lifestyle Portfolio in India with Opening of Slohh by Roach Bengaluru, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Slohh by Roach in Bengaluru, marking the debut of Curio Collection by Hilton and Hilton's first lifestyle hotel…
Red Sea Global Strengthens AMAALA's Wellness Offering With Opening of Six Senses AMAALA
Red Sea Global (RSG), the regenerative tourism developer, has announced the opening of beachfront resort Six Senses AMAALA, which will welcome its first guests mid-July. The…
How accessibility features can help hotels win guests in an aging America
Ensuring an accessible stay is a key way for hotels to attract older adults, who tend to spend more and remain loyal.
Lodging Lowdown: Choice Hotels taps AI leader to board, Aspen Hospitality launches luxury Nell Hotels brand
Plus, two hotel management companies merged, and a real estate investment firm nabbed an eight-property portfolio.
Fertitta advances Caesars acquisition process, but obstacles remain
Nevada regulators approved two Fertitta executives during a suitability review on Wednesday, but the acquisition must clear other regulatory hurdles to close.
Builder of dual-branded Philadelphia hotel faces legal trouble
Tutor Perini is on the hook for millions after a court ruling against the company for breach of contract on the troubled build of the W…
Fortuna of Cappadocia, Autograph Collection Opens in Cappadocia, a Distinctive Destination Rooted in Heritage Region
Fortuna of Cappadocia, Autograph Collection has opened in the heart of Cappadocia, the iconic region in central Türkiye. The distinctive new hotel joins Autograph Collection Hotels…
Discover MGallery Collection's New French Oceanfront Sanctuary on Île d'Oléron
This July, MGallery Collection, a portfolio of storied boutique hotels, unveils Bel Hotel Oléron Thalasso & Spa - MGallery Collection, an oceanfront sanctuary designed for reconnection.…
Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere: Now Open – A Landmark for Luxury in Northwest England
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts , a global luxury brand part of the Accor group, proudly announces the opening of Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere . A breathtaking…
6 emerging hotel tech solutions that impacted hospitality in H1 2026
From back-of-house robot assistants to artificial intelligence-powered HVAC systems, these technologies are having an influence on the industry.
Fattal Hotel Group acquires first US hotel in Manhattan
The move marks a “natural progression” for the European hospitality operator, which sees long-term growth potential in New York City and beyond, said Fattal executive Ronen…