10 trends shaping the hotel industry in 2026 By Cathleen Draper Hotels are no longer just spaces to rest one’s head – they’re evolving into destinations featuring tech-forward, personalized experiences and touchpoints that meet modern guest expectations. From the rise of “bleisure” travel to eco-conscious designs and operational optimization, here’s a look at 10 trends … [Read more...] about A New Era of Hospitality
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Redefining Hospitality
Four forces transforming hotel economics By Suraj Bhakta The hospitality industry is undergoing its most significant structural transformation in decades, not through a single disruptive force, but through four simultaneous shifts that are fundamentally rewriting the economics of hotel operations, development, and guest experience. From the pricing strategies guests … [Read more...] about Redefining Hospitality
Going Green
Sustainability Is a Win-Win for Hotel Owners and the Planet By Elsbeth Russell Across the globe, sustainability has moved from a buzzword to a benchmark of business excellence. The hospitality industry, long known for its high resource consumption and waste production, is now at the forefront of this transformation. Hotels are increasingly embracing eco-conscious … [Read more...] about Going Green
Heating Up
Upgrading to modern systems can solve hotel heating woes By Victor S. Reichstein Picture this: You’re staying in a hotel in the dead of winter in a city where daytime temperatures barely reach 15° degrees F. Your room has a package terminal air conditioner (PTAC) unite below the window. Despite its best efforts, it can’t keep your room warmer than 60° F. While not … [Read more...] about Heating Up
The Rise of Subscription Service Models
Subscription-Based Services Help Hoteliers Stay Ahead By Amy King When you think of subscription services, you might immediately think of platforms like Netflix and Spotify, or even news subscriptions, retail subscriptions, or gym memberships. With these models, customers pay a fee at regular intervals in exchange for a product or service. More recently, subscription … [Read more...] about The Rise of Subscription Service Models