Kim Woinski

Kim is Vice President of Gaming USA Corporation, the previous owner of the Daily Lodging Report, now owned by Skift. Kim is the primary writer of the Daily Lodging Report – North America. Kim moved to Southwest Florida in July of 2020 and recently became a first time grandmother to baby Susie.

North America

Soho House Receives Buyout Offer

What started out as a promising rebound day fizzled by the close with the DJIA up 15, Nasdaq down 20, the S&P 500 down 5 points and the 10-year treasury yield up .08 to 4.57%. Lodging…

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 1 day ago

the porch of a luxury hotel room in the trees.

Asia-Pacific

Banyan Group's 100th Property Will Be in Singapore

Banyan Group is expanding globally with its 100th resort debuting in Singapore, new openings in Tanzania and the Dominican Republic, and record multi-brand growth across Asia, including highlights in Japan.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 2 days ago

North America

Hyatt’s New Las Vegas Deals

Hyatt improves on the value of its World of Hyatt loyalty program with the addition of two iconic Las Vegas properties.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 3 days ago

North America

Ashford Hospitality Trust's New Push for Growth

Ashford Hospitality Trust introduced the “GRO AHT” initiative to cut overhead, boost revenue, and enhance operational efficiency, thereby driving EBITDA growth and improving shareholder value.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 4 days ago

North America

U.S. Hotels Aim to Tap Into the Surge in Indian Tourists

U.S. hotels and travel companies are focusing on a surge in Indian tourists to offset declining domestic leisure spending and reduced demand from East Asia and Europe.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 5 days ago

North America

Analysts See Upside for Lodging Amid Market Volatility

Lodging stocks dipped despite optimistic analyst forecasts for RevPAR growth and franchise expansion in 2025, highlighting a mixed market sentiment.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 6 days ago

North America

Marriott Buys Postcard Cabins to Build an Outdoor Hospitality Brand

Marriott International is expanding its outdoor-focused lodging with the acquisition of Postcard Cabins, aiming to launch a collection in 2025 featuring tiny cabins and unique accommodations near natural destinations.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 1 week ago

North America

Fitch Sees Strong Hotel Outlook for 2025 on Supply Constraints

Fitch Ratings' 2025 hotel sector outlook is neutral, reflecting stability, moderate growth, and varying regional confidence, with steady revenues supported by limited supply and strong business travel momentum.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 1 week ago

North America

MCR Secures $300 Million Refinancing for 22-Hotel Portfolio

MCR secured $300 million in refinancing for a 22-hotel portfolio spanning 14 states, replacing $280 million in prior debt through a CMBS transaction with J.P. Morgan and BMO Capital Markets as co-leads.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 2 weeks ago

North America

U.S. Hotel Transactions Rise 30% Year-Over-Year

The U.S. hotel deals market is expected to see steady annual growth of around 10% over the next few years, despite regional variations in activity.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 2 weeks ago