In July, U.S. hotel occupancy dipped 0.2% to 73.6%, while ADR rose 2% to $133.44 and RevPAR increased 1.8% to $98.17. @STR_Data
Marriott to combine all three of its loyalty programs
Members of Marriott Rewards, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest can combine their accounts to travel all over the world further, faster and easier than ever before. @MarriottRewards @RCRewards @spg
Pilot Hotels: a new luxury hotel brand
Ownership behind acclaimed U.S. and European properties forms independent hotelier group. @pilothotels
Best Western to introduce new brand to Asia
Best Western Hotels & Resorts brings BW Signature Collection® by Best Western to Asia with an exquisite lakeside resort in Prachinburi, Thailand. @BestWestern
Hilton: redefining sustainable travel
It’s the last call for plastic straws. @HiltonHotels
IHG to open four Holiday Inn hotels in India
IHG to establish its presence in Bodhgaya, Kushinagar, Gorakhpur and Shravasti. @IHG
Corporate travel trends for 2018
New research-based initiative examines how emerging factors ranging from disruptive technology to personal preferences impact corporate travel planning and policy. @skift @TurkishAirlines
Millennium Hotels partners up with Chelsea Football Club
The partnership will see the debut of new hotel packages, online competitions & VIP guest experiences, with access to the world-famous football club & matches around the globe. @millennium #stayalltogether
Hilton Garden Inn opens 10 hotel properties worldwide
Award-winning, upscale brand offers travelers increased choices around the world with 10 new hotel properties. @HiltonGardenInn
Mövenpick launches 2018 ‘Kilo of Kindness’ global charity campaign
The successful initiative, now in its fourth year, calls on guests to donate at least one kilo of food, clothing and educational supplies to disadvantaged communities around the world. @MovenpickHotels
