U.S. Hotel Industry Reports Negative Yearly Comparisons
ARLINGTON, Virginia—The U.S. hotel industry reported negative year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through Aug. 9. U.S. Hotel PerformanceAugust 3-August 9, 2025Percentage change from comparable week in 2024Occupancy: 68.0 percent (down...
Food Costs Climb as Dairy and Meat Prices Spike in 2025
New Zealand food prices increased 5.0 percent in the 12 months to July 2025, following a 4.6 percent increase in the 12 months to June 2025, according to figures released by Stats NZ. All five food groups recorded higher prices when compared to this time last...
What’s New at 2025 Oogie Boogie Bash: First Look at Syndrome, Menus & Merchandise
Disney has announced new & updated Villains Treat Trails for the 2025 Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween Party, along with the event exclusive merchandise & menus at DCA for the spook season special event. This post covers what’s coming to OBB, photos &...
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat – Tourism Breaking News
Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat revealed steps to connect government tourism institutes with hotel chains for mentorship, curriculum redesign and personal guidance. “We’ve signed MOUs with hotel chains. The mentor-mentee program will drive career...
Loews’ Universal Orlando Portfolio Sees Unprecedented Growth
Alex Tisch, President & CEO, Loews Hotels & Co Loews Hotels & Co, co-owner and operator of the hotel portfolio at Universal Orlando Resort, debuted the Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel, on April 16. The 500-room property is located in...
Disney World’s Beak & Barrel Bar ADRrrr Day Debacle
Advance Dining Reservations were supposed to roll out today for Beak & Barrel Bar, the new Pirates of the Caribbean tavern coming to Magic Kingdom this Halloween season. Instead, Walt Disney World vacation planners were treated (or tricked?) into another...
ROHL expands presence in Central India with signing of 70-key Regenta, Bhopal – Tourism Breaking News
Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. (ROHL) has announced the signing of their latest property at Bhopal, at the heart of Madhya Pradesh as its expansion in the Northern region. The strategic expansion aligns with the brand’s strategy of expanding in the less discovered...
Phrasing Announces Development of AI Optimization System
DALLAS, Texas—Phrasing announced the development of a system designed to elevate the performance of hospitality clients in the landscape of search and discovery via artificial intelligence. The system is tailored specifically for hotels and resorts, leveraging...
Goa launches scheme to promote community-driven tourism, experiential travel – Tourism Breaking News
The Department of Tourism has launched its Homestay and Bed & Breakfast Scheme at the hands of Hon’ble Chief Minister, Dr. Pramod Sawant, in the presence of Hon’ble Minister for Tourism, Rohan A Khaunte; Hon’ble MLA Bicholim and Chairman of Infotech...








