The 48th Annual NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum Attracted Over 700 Investors Representing $723B in Hotel Assets Under Management to Drive Deal-Making

The 48th NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum drew over 2,500 attendees including 700+ equity investors managing $723B in hotel assets. Industry leaders from major hospitality companies discussed market trends and strategies. Key announcements included Hilton's new Undergraduate brand, upgraded RevPAR projections for 2026, and MGM Resorts' acquisition proposal.

06/18/2026, 10:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Newsweek Names America’s Greatest Workplaces 2026; Trader Joe’s, U.S. Steel, Hyatt and Grainger Among 5-Star Winners

Newsweek announced its fourth-annual America's Greatest Workplaces 2026 ranking, recognizing top U.S. employers based on employee satisfaction and workplace culture. The study analyzed 2.7 million company reviews from 179,000 employees conducted between April-October 2025, combined with data from previous years. Five-star winners include Trader Joe's, U.S. Steel, Hyatt, Grainger, Epic Games, Chick-fil-A, and Major League Baseball. The research found that high employee engagement correlates with a 23% increase in profitability.

06/10/2026, 12:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Questex’s Hotel Management Announces 2026 List of Influential Women in Hospitality

Hotel Management, a division of Questex, has announced its ninth annual 'Influential Women in Hospitality' list, honoring 25 leading women in the hotel industry. The honorees were selected for their strong leadership and dedication to excellence, representing major hospitality companies including Marriott International, Hilton, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, IHG Hotels & Resorts, and Hyatt.

04/01/2026, 9:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Travel Smarter for Spring’s Most Anticipated Moments

World of Hyatt is promoting sports-themed travel experiences through its Bonus Journeys offer running through April 15, 2026. Members can earn up to 28,000 bonus points for stays at participating hotels worldwide, with specific properties positioned near major sporting venues including tennis, basketball, baseball, horse racing, soccer, football, and motorsports events.

03/11/2026, 2:48 PM • GlobeNewswire

Questex’s Vibe Conference Unites On-Premise Beverage Leaders, Delivers Record Performance and Industry-Shaping Insights

Questex's Vibe Conference, dedicated to the on-premise beverage industry, achieved record attendance and sponsor engagement at its 17-year-old event held in San Diego. The conference brought together major hospitality and beverage companies to discuss AI, customer loyalty, and beverage programming strategies, with 30% of attendees experiencing the event for the first time.

03/02/2026, 10:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Questex’s Vibe Conference Unveils the Winners of the Vibe Vista Awards, Jim Flaherty Industry Legend Award, Innovation Award and the Supplier Awards

Questex's Vibe Conference announced winners of its annual awards recognizing excellence in the on-premise beverage industry. Patrick Henry received the Jim Flaherty Industry Legend Award, Nathan Grover won the Innovation Award, and multiple hospitality companies were recognized in Vista Awards categories. Supplier Awards honored beverage companies across beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcohol categories, with Red Bull North America winning Best Overall Supplier and Sazerac Company receiving the new Momentum Award.

02/25/2026, 3:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

LG Recognized for High Sustainability Performance in MindClick B2B Assessment Program

LG Electronics USA received Leader-level recognition in the MindClick Sustainability Assessment Program for its hospitality TVs, digital signage displays, and commercial monitors. LG is the only commercial display manufacturer recognized in the program, earning top scores in guest health and responsible supply chain practices. Major hotel brands including Hilton, Marriott, and Hyatt use MindClick sustainability scores when evaluating products for new construction and renovation projects.

02/19/2026, 9:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

ALG Vacations® Relaunches TravelAdvisorsGetYouThere.com to Help Travelers Find Trusted Local Travel Advisors

ALG Vacations has relaunched TravelAdvisorsGetYouThere.com, a platform enabling travelers to find local travel advisors by location and expertise. The refreshed site features travel tips from Carson Kressley, who returns as the company's Travel Advisor Champion for 2026. ALG Vacations, part of Hyatt, serves 2.6 million passengers annually across five vacation brands.

02/12/2026, 2:40 PM • GlobeNewswire

Hyatt's Luxury Hotels Lead the Way in Q4 Growth

Hyatt Hotels reported Q4 FY25 results with adjusted EPS of $1.33 beating consensus of $0.45, though sales of $1.789 billion marginally missed Street expectations of $1.802 billion. Adjusted EBITDA rose 14.6% Y/Y to $292 million, and the company achieved highest RevPAR growth among luxury segments with 4.0% Y/Y increase. For 2026, Hyatt projects RevPAR growth of 1-3% and net rooms growth of 6-7%, with adjusted EBITDA guidance of $1.155-$1.205 billion. Stock declined 1.23% following the announcement.

02/12/2026, 9:30 AM • Benzinga

Carson Kressley Named ALG Vacations’ Travel Advisor Champion for 2026

Carson Kressley has been named Travel Advisor Champion for 2026 by ALG Vacations to promote the benefits of using travel advisors for vacation planning. Throughout 2026, Kressley will share travel tips and inspiration via social media while highlighting how travel advisors can deliver personalized, stress-free travel experiences. The partnership aims to encourage consumers to work with travel professionals through the TravelAdvisorsGetYouThere.com platform.

02/10/2026, 10:55 AM • GlobeNewswire

Hotel Equities amplía sus capacidades en el Caribe y América Latina (CALA) con Open Hotels y su plataforma operativa en el mercado

Hotel Equities announces significant expansion in the Caribbean and Latin America region under new regional president Juan Corvinos, growing its portfolio to five operational hotels and twelve projects in development across major destinations. The company has strengthened its regional infrastructure with key leadership appointments and recently opened Donoma Las Terrenas Beach Resort in the Dominican Republic, with additional openings planned for 2026.

01/23/2026, 3:36 PM • GlobeNewswire

Wandering Buffalo Opens in Downtown Bozeman

Wandering Buffalo Hotel and Lodge, a newly redesigned 38-room boutique hotel, has opened on East Main Street in downtown Bozeman, Montana. The property features modern amenities, locally sourced offerings, and serves as a basecamp for outdoor adventures and local exploration. The hotel is affiliated with World of Hyatt's Mr. & Mrs. Smith collection and the Stash Hotel Rewards program.

01/12/2026, 10:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Book Early, Earn More: Lock in Your Family’s Perfect Spring Getaway

Hyatt Vacation Club promotes early spring break travel planning, highlighting resorts across North America and the Caribbean with spacious accommodations, unique experiences, and a limited-time bonus points offer for World of Hyatt members.

12/15/2025, 6:41 PM • GlobeNewswire

Questex’s IHIF EMEA, the Premier Event Connecting Global Capital to Opportunity Across EMEA’s Hospitality Market, Unveils 2026 Conference Programme

Questex's International Hospitality Investment Forum EMEA (IHIF EMEA) announced its 2026 conference in Berlin, focusing on redefining investment returns and value in the hospitality sector, expecting over 2,500 delegates and 700 investors.

11/03/2025, 4:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Hyatt Teams Up With Homeinns To Bring Extended-Stay Hotels Across China

Hyatt Hotels signed a master franchise agreement with Homeinns Hotel Group to launch Hyatt Studios hotels in China, planning to open 50 properties in first and second-tier cities over the next several years.

10/22/2025, 6:52 AM • Benzinga