Americans trust hotel chains, car rentals more than vacation rentals, public transportation
When it comes down to travel during the pandemic, there are just some activities that Americans trust more than others.
Marriott CEO Sorenson dead at 62 after pancreatic cancer battle
He became the CEO of the hospitality company in 2012, the first not bearing the Marriott surname and lead the company through its acquisition of Starwood Hotels and Resorts.
Viral Vegas: Deaths jump, tourism slumps amid long pandemic
The coronavirus is reshaping a tourist destination built for excess and known for bright lights, big crowds, indulgent meals and headline shows.
COVID-19 travel slump hands Expedia bigger financial loss than expected
Online travel agency Expedia Group Inc posted a bigger-than-expected quarterly loss on Thursday as bookings slumped following a global resurgence in COVID-19 infections and renewed lockdowns.
Hotels pushing 'elopement packages' to stay afloat during coronavirus pandemic
Hotels are now offering "elopement packages" as a way to maintain revenue streams amid the coronavirus pandemic, allowing people to host "micro-weddings" attended by between 2 and 20 people at smaller venues and lounges as an alternative to big, traditional ceremonies.
Marriott CEO to reduce schedule amid pancreatic cancer treatment
The president and CEO of Marriott International will be “temporarily reducing his schedule” as he undergoes “more demanding treatment” for pancreatic cancer, the company said in a news release published Tuesday.
Hotel chain turning kitchens into ‘digital food halls’ with culinary group partnership
Chicago-based hotel chain Graduate Hotels has partnered with culinary group C3 to develop “Graduate Food Halls” at all its locations.
Luxury hospitality chain sbe expects to grow despite coronavirus pandemic
While parts of the hotel industry are struggling as the world nears a yearlong pandemic, the sbe Corporation aims to grow its portfolio to 50 hotels nationally and internationally by 2023.
Top House Dem pressures hotel, travel companies to deny service to 'extremists' ahead of inauguration
House Oversight Committee Chairwoman Carolyn Maloney on Thursday sent letters to numerous travel and lodging companies asking that they take steps to prevent President Trump's supporters from being easily able to travel to Washington, D.C., for President-elect Biden's inauguration next week.
Marriott, Hilton hotels in DC to remain open on Inauguration Day
Marriott and Hilton hotels in Washington, D.C., are planning to keep their doors open on Inauguration Day, despite security concerns.
COVID-19 vaccine marks 'major milestone' for reeling hotel industry
Some of the country's largest hotel chains, as well as smaller boutique locations, said they have already seen signs of travel confidence.
Las Vegas Sands CEO Sheldon Adelson, Trump backer, takes medical leave
The 87-year-old billionaire and Trump donor was previously treated for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 2019.
Dozens of guests at Jamaica resort sickened by likely salmonella outbreak
The hotel’s general manager, however, has offered online apologies to guests who complained publicly about their ordeal and has said “the situation” was being investigated.
‘Queen’s Gambit’-inspired hotel room available to book for limited time
Now you can sleep like Beth Harmon, with chess pieces on the ceiling and all.
Hotel owners are still reeling from the coronavirus pandemic
Even though the industry's worst year in living memory ended with a glimmer of hope, many in the industry expect the celebrations to be short lived.
Universal Orlando opened new value hotel that has rooms for $77 per night
Universal Orlando Resort is giving Walt Disney World some competition in the value resort department.
Disney World to reopen 4 resorts in 2021
Walt Disney World Resort is reopening four hotels in 2021.
7 out of 10 Americans won’t travel for Christmas due to coronavirus: Survey
It’s going to be a quiet holiday season for the hotel industry, a new travel survey suggests.
Hotels approach 1B unsold room nights during pandemic: report
Hotels in the U.S. are expected to reach 1 billion unsold room nights before the end of the year.
Airbnb requiring 2-night stays for New Year's Eve to prevent house parties
On Thursday, Airbnb announced that guests who don’t have a history of positive reviews on the platform will be required to stay for a minimum of two nights at a rental during New Year’s Eve, in order to avoid unauthorized house parties.