Aimbridge Hospitality

North America

City Express by Marriott to Expand Into the U.S. and Canada

Marriott International is expanding its City Express by Marriott brand into the U.S. and Canada, entering the affordable midscale segment.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 3 days ago

North America

Global Tourism Numbers in First 7 Months Beat 2023, Approach 2019

International tourism in the first seven months of 2024 grew by 11% compared to 2023, nearing 2019 levels, with all regions showing strong recovery, led by the Middle East, and many countries exceeding pre-pandemic arrival numbers and receipts.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 1 week ago

North America

Hyatt Unveils Plans for Luxury and Lifestyle Expansion

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is expanding its luxury and lifestyle hotel portfolio with over 20 recent and planned openings across the U.S., Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean through 2025.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 3 weeks ago

North America

Hotel Worker Strikes Resume in Boston

About 400 workers at four Boston hotels began a three-day strike on Thursday. They're seeking higher wages and staffing levels.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 4 weeks ago

North America

U.S. Hotel Industry Reports a Largely Flat July Performance

In July 2024, the U.S. hotel industry saw flat year-over-year performance, with Oahu Island leading in key metrics, while Phoenix and New Orleans had the lowest occupancy rates.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 2 months ago

North America

Takeaways From Hotel Earnings Season

Key events included DiamondRock Hospitality's upgrade, Hyatt and Apple Hospitality lowering guidance, and IHG reporting strong new room signings despite challenges in China.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 2 months ago

North America

U.S. Hotel Construction Reaches 16-Month High

The U.S. hotel construction pipeline has reached a 16-month high with significant growth in midscale and economy segments, driven by newer brands and extended-stay projects.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 3 months ago

North America

Aimbridge Sues Avion Hospitality For Interfering in Contracts

Aimbridge Hospitality sued Avion Hospitality and its CEO, Robert Burg, for allegedly using confidential information to interfere with its management contracts, resulting in tens of millions in lost revenue.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 4 months ago

North America

IHG Opposes Marriott’s City Express Trademark Bid

InterContinental Hotels Group is challenging Marriott International's attempt to trademark City Express by Marriott, citing potential confusion with its Holiday Inn Express brand.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 4 months ago

North America

Dolly Parton Confirms Plans for Nashville Hotel

Dolly Parton has announced plans for a downtown Nashville hotel called Songteller Hotel, along with a museum showcasing her fashion and career artifacts.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 4 months ago