California Hotel Openings Expected to Slow
California’s hotel industry expected to slow down in 2020. In 2019, California’s hotel industry saw record highs with 11,795 hotel rooms opening throughout the year. However, as more and more hotels open their doors, concerns about market saturation abound. While California markets continue to see revenue per available room above the national average, many are…
Read Article →2020 Tech Predictions for the Hospitality Industry
What new tech innovations will the hospitality industry see in 2020? Over the last couple of years, the hospitality industry has rapidly been adopting new technologies and innovations. In 2020, experts expect to see this trend continue with brands implementing the latest and greatest at their properties. Here are some of the top tech trends…
Read Article →Learn About FOUND Co-Living Lifestyle Hotel
Learn about the new FOUND property that recently opened in San Francisco. FOUND is a co-living lifestyle brand that recently opened a new hotel in San Francisco. Setting itself apart from the competition, the hotel features a combination of private and shared accommodations, including the following: Restaurant Bar Guest lounge Communal kitchen Laundry room 24-hour…
Read Article →Does Google Help or Hurt Your Hotel?
Does the relationship between Google and OTAs spell trouble for independent hotel brands? Over the last decade, OTAs such as Expedia and Booking.com have become the most significant sources of bookings for independent hotels. However, Google’s introduction of paid advertisements at the top of search result pages has cut into the traffic that top OTAs…
Read Article →U.S. Hospitality Industry Outlook for 2020
How will U.S. hotels perform in 2020? Despite concerns over an impending economic downturn, the U.S. economy has remained resilient. Over the last couple of years, the continued stability of the economy has benefitted the hospitality industry as demand has led to the proliferation of new hotel projects throughout the country. However, with a considerable…
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