Julienne Smith to Lead Hyatt’s Americas Brand Expansion
Hyatt appoints industry veteran Julienne Smith to steer its fast-growing Americas development pipeline, signaling a sharper focus on high-end and upper-midscale travel demand.
William R Martin writes about travel from the ground up. His work focuses on remote routes, working ports, border crossings, ferry lines, and the landscapes that shape how people move across regions.
Hyatt appoints industry veteran Julienne Smith to steer its fast-growing Americas development pipeline, signaling a sharper focus on high-end and upper-midscale travel demand.
Lufthansa Group and LOT Polish Airlines will offer a 50% boost in Points and Qualifying Points on Miles & More Premium Economy flights from June through August 2026.
ARC Hotel in Washington’s Foggy Bottom has reopened as ARC Hotel, Washington DC, Series by Marriott, debuting refreshed interiors, tech-forward rooms and new loyalty offers.
Cloudbeds’ 2026 State of Independent Hotels highlights tighter profit margins, shifting traveler expectations, and growing dependence on online travel agencies worldwide.
Tripleseat has appointed hospitality technology veteran Alex Hails as Chief Product Officer, signaling a sharpened focus on product innovation and global growth.
Tripleseat is expanding its automated lead management ecosystem, giving venues new tools to capture, score, and convert event inquiries with less manual work.
Cloudbeds’ 2026 State of Independent Hotels report shows shrinking profitability, fast-changing traveler behavior, and a renewed grip by online travel agencies on bookings.
Whitbread is set to expand its Premier Inn brand to Limerick with a 156-room hotel at the Opera Square regeneration site, strengthening its Irish network.
Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta has appointed seasoned commercial leader Margit Tedjasasmita as Commercial Director, strengthening its market strategy in Indonesia’s capital.
Recently upgraded facilities at the Nakonde–Tunduma crossing are reshaping how people and goods move between Zambia and Tanzania, easing congestion and boosting trade.
Delta Air Lines has suspended VIP-style services for members of Congress during the ongoing government shutdown, igniting debate over privilege, ethics and public accountability.
Marriott’s recurring Bonvoy Escapes sale is expected to return with 20% discounts on select stays in early April 2026, offering limited-time savings for flexible travelers.