Wyndham Takes $160 Million Hit After European Franchisee Files for Insolvency
The asset-light hotel model has a blind spot. Wyndham just found it.
Future of Lodging
As the lines continue to blur between hotels and short-term rentals, Skift is focused on the technology and the consumer behaviors that are driving this. Follow our coverage across the wide world of lodging, from traditional hotels and motels to urban short-term rentals and traditional vacation rentals.
Minor Hotels to Target the U.S. in Growth Push: ‘The Final Frontier’
Minor Hotels talks a persuasive game about breaking into the U.S., even though that market is notoriously difficult for foreign entrants.
Travel Leaders in the Epstein Files: What the Documents Show
The Epstein files reveal his efforts to connect with some of the travel industry’s most high-profile executives.
IHG Overhauls Its Hotel Data for AI Agents
IHG’s AI strategy isn’t about chatbots. It’s about making sure its hotels are structured, searchable, and integrated enough to survive the shift from links to answers.
IHG Launches 21st Brand: Noted Collection
IHG’s 21st brand underscores how major hotel groups are multiplying “collection” labels to capture independents, even as questions about portfolio overlap grow louder.
Hyatt’s Tom Pritzker Retires, Cites ‘Terrible Judgment’ in Epstein Relationship
Pritzker is among the business leaders who have faced repercussions since the release of files showing the breadth of Epstein's network.
Largest U.S. Hotel Union Says Trump Actions Are Costing Jobs
When a U.S. crackdown on illegal immigration rattles both workers and travelers, hotels feel it twice.
Hyatt CEO Sees Lift From AI Search; Reveals ChatGPT App
Hotel groups are increasingly sharing AI risks openly. But Hyatt and others have no choice but to keep experimenting.
Hyatt Targets 90% Asset-Light Business, Plans More Hotel Sales
Hyatt’s real estate sell-off is largely complete. The focus now shifts from asset sales to sustaining fee growth.
New Marriott and Hilton Filings Reveal Risks From AI Platforms to Direct Bookings
Artificial intelligence isn’t charging hotels commissions yet. But lawyers at Marriott and Hilton are already preparing for a world where AI platforms could become the next powerful gatekeepers in travel distribution.