Mar. 2, 2026
Westgate Resorts Appoints New COO, Announces Executive Leadership Changes
Jared Saft named Chief Operating Officer as company continues expansion and growth
Mar. 2, 2026
Ashford Hospitality Trust Reports Q4 2025 Earnings
Company outlines asset sales, strategic review, and operating results amid difficult lodging backdrop.
Feb. 28, 2026
AAM 15 Management acquires Florida Home2 Suites Tampa Brandon
Berkadia facilitates sale of 125-key hotel to Massachusetts-based company
Feb. 27, 2026
Applebee's Closes Some Restaurants Across the Country
Unclear if any Jacksonville, Florida locations will be impacted
Feb. 27, 2026
Ashford Hospitality Trust Outlines Asset Sales, Strategic Review
Company reports Q4 2025 earnings and provides update on portfolio optimization efforts.
Feb. 26, 2026
New Pompano Beach Laundry Plant to Serve Region's Hotels, Add 150 Jobs
Crown Linen's new facility will process 30 million pounds of laundry annually, creating jobs for the local hospitality sector.
Feb. 26, 2026
Cape Coral Eyes Boathouse Owners to Operate Jaycee Park Bistro
City Council reviews proposed 30-year deal as they aim to reopen park in 2 months
Feb. 25, 2026
Hard Rock Las Vegas Names New Senior Vice President and General Manager
Justin Wyborn takes on leadership role for upcoming $4 billion resort on the Las Vegas Strip.
Feb. 25, 2026
Royal Caribbean Leverages AI to Boost Cruise Experience and Compete with Orlando, Vegas, and Taylor Swift
CEO Jason Liberty reveals how the company uses predictive modeling and automation to streamline operations and personalize vacations.
Feb. 24, 2026
Prominent Developer to Purchase Hilton Bayfront in Downtown St. Pete for $96 Million
Kolter Group plans to redevelop the 15-story hotel site along the downtown waterfront.
Feb. 24, 2026
White Castle Launches Automated Slider Kiosk at Fort Myers Airport
New partnership with Just Baked and Evolvending brings hot, ready-to-eat White Castle Sliders to travelers.
Feb. 23, 2026
Kolter Group to Buy Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront for $96M
The deal highlights continued investment and development in the St. Petersburg area.
Feb. 22, 2026
Four Seasons Resort at Walt Disney World Sold for over $1 Billion
The luxury resort was purchased by an unnamed investment firm for $1.1 billion.
Feb. 22, 2026
Hilton Worldwide Reaches Milestones in Caribbean and Latin America
Surpasses 300 hotels and grows pipeline to over 150 properties in the region
Feb. 21, 2026
Crave Insight Launches First Industry Index Benchmarking Local Restaurants' Digital Performance
New Crave IQ Index analyzes over 100,000 data points to rank 300+ Miami restaurants on 'craveability'
Feb. 18, 2026
Fort Pierce Waterfront Restaurant Abruptly Closes
Crabby's Dockside Seafood Restaurant shutters after just 3 years, leaving city and owners silent on reasons.
Feb. 18, 2026
Activist Investor Reveals 10% Stake in Norwegian Cruise Line, Seeks Turnaround
Elliott Investment Management plans to launch a turnaround effort at the struggling cruise operator.
Feb. 18, 2026
Marriott Vacations Worldwide Announces Leadership Appointments
New CEO and President & COO to drive performance improvement and shareholder value
Feb. 18, 2026
HEDNA Announces New President and Board Members for 2026
The Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association (HEDNA) has elected its 2026 leadership team.
Feb. 12, 2026
Anytime Fitness Named Franchise of the Year
Fitness brand recognized for global expansion, particularly in Middle East markets
