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In 2024, Marriott International expanded in Caribbean and Latin America, adding 30 properties, 8,000 rooms, and growing its pipeline to 27,817 rooms.

CBRE predicts steady RevPAR growth of 2.0% in 2025, driven by urban market strength, increased travel, and economic recovery.

IHG reported strong Q4 2024 results, announced the acquisition of the Ruby brand, raised its dividend by 10%, and launched a $900 million buyback, but investors remained unimpressed despite its strong performance.

The ALIS Conference reflected cautious optimism about the hotel industry's future, with hopes for policy changes, modest RevPAR growth, transaction market challenges, and a suggestion that Taylor Swift could boost travel demand.

Barry Sternlicht is set to revive the Starwood brand through his current hotel management company, SH Hotels & Resorts, rebranding it as Starwood from February.

Wells Fargo predicts a 2% U.S. RevPAR growth in 2025, led by group and luxury segments, upgrading Wyndham Hotels to Overweight and highlighting strength in Asia and Europe.

Vietnam welcomed over 17.5 million international visitors in 2024, a 39.5% increase from 2023, with South Korea and China as top sources.

Choice Hotels is revitalizing its Radisson Hotels Americas brand with new visual identities, enhanced guest experiences, and significant renovations at key properties.

JLL's new Hotel Operators Investment Survey highlights Asia Pacific's uneven hotel recovery, with disparities in regional growth, labor challenges, rising costs, and a positive 2025 outlook driven by MICE demand despite lingering tourist shortfalls.

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