Canadian Border Crossings to the U.S. Plunged 33% in June
Canadians, long the top visitors to the U.S., aren't just talking about boycotting travel to America – the data shows they are traveling elsewhere.
Sean O’Neill is Skift’s Senior Hospitality Editor. Sean’s forte is reporting, and he’s broken multiple hotel industry scoops. He has also conducted 1:1 interviews on stage with the CEOs of Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Hyatt, and Wyndham.
Minor Hotels Unveils 4 New Brands in Global Expansion Push
The Bangkok-based company is betting on diversification across price segments, from luxury to budget accommodations, including its first foray into the fast-growing soft-brand category.
Tourist Arrivals to U.S. Drop Again – Now Just 80% of 2019 Levels
The U.S. inbound tourism recovery is stalling, not strengthening. June's roughly 3% year-over-year decline masks the real story: overseas arrivals remain stuck at just 80% of 2019 levels, six years after the pandemic.
Marriott Seeks Trademark for New Brand: ‘Outdoor Collection’
The most likely use for proposed new brand Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy would be to house its recent brand additions, Postcard Cabins and Trailborn. But documents suggest that Marriott has a larger ambition in the great outdoors.
Hilton Opens First Hotel Under New Brand for Traveling Workers
It says something about the strong demand for extended stay in the U.S. that Hilton already has over 90 contracts signed for its new long-stay brand, LivSmart Studios.
Accor’s Shift to Premium Hotels Now Drives Half of All New Signings
Accor has doubled its premium hotel volume since 2019 and premium now accounts for half its fees from new signings. Yet to grow further in developing markets, it may need to get creative by adding local brands and training local talent.
Steve Case’s Top Travel Bets: Costa Rica, Luxury Rentals, and Real Communities
AOL co-founder Steve Case says his new Waldorf Astoria resort reflects more than just a real estate play. His hope is that the future of high-end tourism lies in community connections rather than resorts that are literally walled gardens.
Marriott Expands in Canada With 3 Luxury Hotels Plus Branded Residences
Marriott and developer Truman have unveiled a luxury hotel and residential complex that's a win for them but also for Calgary's effort to create an events district downtown.
Hotel101 in Weak IPO, Extends Travel SPAC Slump
Hotel101 plans to operate 1 million rooms across 100 countries, which seems ambitious for a company that just saw its market cap get cut by two-thirds on day one of public trading. But hey, dream big.
Six Senses CEO Steps Down After 13-Year Tenure
Neil Jacobs fundamentally redefined ultra-luxury resorts by positioning Six Senses with themes of wellness and environmental stewardship. This created a new market category that many rival brands have been emulating.