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Choice Hotels International Opens Its 70th Annual Convention, “Making More Possible” for Franchise Owners Through Performance, Scale and Strategic Investments
ByCrystal ODonnell May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

The company spotlights new tools, insights and initiatives designed to drive demand, improve efficiency and support stronger franchisee returns across every segment LAS VEGAS, May 6, 2026 — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, today opened its 70th Annual Convention, bringing together thousands of franchise owners, operators, vendors…

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Duetto Appoints Michael Schäffner as Chief Sales Officer to Scale Global Growth and Redefine Commercial Performance
ByCrystal ODonnell May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

SAN FRANCISCO — May 6, 2026 — Duetto, a leading provider of revenue and profit software for the hospitality industry, today announced the appointment of Michael Schäffner as Chief Sales Officer (CSO). Previously Senior Vice President of Global Sales, Schäffner will now lead Duetto’s global commercial organization as the company accelerates adoption of its Revenue &…

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Sonesta Expands Houston Footprint with New Red Lion Inn & Suites
ByCrystal ODonnell May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

NEWTON, MA [May 6, 2026] – Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) announced the opening of Red Lion Inn & Suites Houston IAH Airport on Friday, May 1st. This 96-room interior corridor, midscale hotel is located on John F. Kennedy Boulevard in Houston. “We are happy to have the Red Lion Inn & Suites Houston IAH…

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Wyndham Launches Native ChatGPT App
ByCrystal ODonnell May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

First native hotel app from a major economy and midscale franchisor in the U.S. builds on broader AI foundation to drive discovery, booking and owner ROI HIGHLIGHTS PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As travelers increasingly turn to conversational AI to plan trips, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is extending its digital reach with a native ChatGPT app…

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Projects in the Under Construction Project Stage Dominate China’s Hotel Construction Pipeline
ByCrystal ODonnell May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

PORTSMOUTH, NH – May 6, 2025 According to Lodging Econometrics’ (LE) Q1 2026 China Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report, China’s construction pipeline totaled 3,602 projects and 640,328 rooms at the close of the quarter. Projects under construction dominated the pipeline at 2,572 projects and 451,156 rooms — representing 71% of the total by projects and…

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My Place Hotels and The Rivett Organization Name Brian Quinn Chief Development Officer
ByCrystal ODonnell May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

ABERDEEN, SD — May 6, 2026 — The Rivett Organization today announced that Brian Quinn has joined as chief development officer (CDO), a newly created leadership role responsible for advancing a unified growth strategy across its vertically integrated ecosystem of affiliated companies, led by its flagship brand, My Place Hotels of America. With more than 25 years of experience, Quinn…

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SUNCADIA RESORT NAMES HOUSTON PERKINS AS GENERAL MANAGER & VICE PRESIDENT OF NEW SUNCADIA HOSPITALITY LLC
ByCrystal ODonnell May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

CLE ELUM, Wash., May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Suncadia Resort is proud to announce the appointment of Houston Perkins as its new General Manager and Vice President of New Suncadia Hospitality LLC, marking an important milestone as the resort enters its next chapter of growth and evolution. With deep experience in luxury hospitality and residential resort leadership,…

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U.S. Travel Association Report Finds Strong Future for Group Travel, Reinforcing Its Essential Role in Driving Business, Innovation and Connection
ByCrystal ODonnell May 5, 2026May 5, 2026

New research highlights resilience, strong fundamentals and the irreplaceable value of meeting in person WASHINGTON (May 5, 2026)—The U.S. Travel Association today released its report on the group travel segment, U.S. Group Travel Report: Strength Beneath the Surface, revealing a resilient and evolving group travel sector poised for renewed growth despite a challenging 2025. The report…

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Latin America’s Hotel Construction Pipeline Grows 6% Year-Over-Year with Early Planning Projects Up 12% at Q1 2026
ByCrystal ODonnell May 5, 2026May 5, 2026

PORTSMOUTH, NH – May 4, 2026 The Q1 2026 Latin America Construction Pipeline Trend Report by Lodging Econometrics (LE) reveals the region’s total hotel construction pipeline stands at 755 projects and 113,663 rooms, marking a 6% increase in projects and a 1% increase in rooms year-over-year (YOY). At the close of the first quarter, there are 300…

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THE WESTIN PLAYA VALLARTA DEBUTS AS WESTIN’S FIRST ALL-INCLUSIVE RESORT IN MEXICO
ByCrystal ODonnell May 5, 2026May 5, 2026

The landmark opening welcomes a new chapter for Westin in Mexico, offering an all-inclusive experience shaped by the brand’s well-being ethos. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (May 5, 2026) – The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort has officially opened as Westin’s first all-inclusive property in Mexico. Located along the shores of Banderas Bay, the resort introduces a refined, experience-driven…

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