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Marriott International has entered a long-term licensing agreement with Sonder Holdings to add over 9,000 rooms to its portfolio under a new "Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy" collection, contributing to a projected 2024 net room growth of 6-6.5%.

Hyatt is set to sell the Hyatt Regency Orlando for approximately $1.02 billion to Ares and RIDA Development, with Hyatt retaining a preferred equity interest and a 30-year management agreement.

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

Financial markets plunged with major indices and lodging stocks down sharply, except for SHCO which rose 6%.

International visitor arrivals to Vietnam increased by 58.4% to over 8.8 million in the first half of 2024, with South Korea being the largest source market.

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.

Hilton plans to exceed 300 hotels in the Caribbean and Latin America within three years, expanding its presence significantly in countries like Argentina, Peru, Colombia, Costa Rica, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and Brazil, while introducing new brands and entering new markets.

After a week mostly spent on vacation, DLR returns with everything you need to know about the lodging industry before the next week starts.

Japan's hotel business has seen impressive RevPAR growth over the past 15 months due to a late post-pandemic reopening, high inflation, international demand, and a depreciating yen – all despite minimal return of Chinese travelers.

Hospitality International's hihotels brand has added eight new properties across five states, encompassing a mix of acquisitions and new constructions.