U.S. Could Lose $12.5 Billion in International Visitor Spending This Year
WTTC research shows sharp drops in U.S. international visitors, with arrivals from Germany plunging 28% in concerning tourism trend.
Alan Woinski
Alan is the founder of the Daily Lodging Report, now owned by Skift, and remains editor. He also founded the Gaming Industry Daily Report and Gaming Industry Weekly Report which remains under the ownership of Gaming USA Corporation, owned by Alan and his wife Kim. Alan and Kim recently moved from Bergen County, NJ to Southwest, Florida and are loving the SWFL lifestyle. Both Alan and Kim recently became grandparents for the first time to a beautiful baby girl.
STR Reports China Hotel RevPAR Decline
STR data indicates China's hotel market continues to struggle with a 3.1% RevPAR decline despite facing an easy comparison to last year's significant 21.1% drop.
Mixed Findings From the U.S. Hotels State of the Union Report
CBRE's April 2025 report shows short-term rentals gaining market share as Google travel searches decline, suggesting potential slowdown in 2025 travel demand.
Hilton Brings Tru Brand to Asia Pacific with Vietnam Openings
Hilton partners with ROX Group to open the first Tru by Hilton properties in Vietnam, marking the brand’s Asia debut.
U.S. RevPar Hit Record First-Quarter Highs
JLL reports record Q1 2025 RevPAR with $4.6B in U.S. hotel transactions, as Middle Eastern, European and Asian investors target urban assets.
Riyaz Forms Joint Venture with Jin Jiang Hotels for Southeast Asia Expansion
Riyaz partners with Jin Jiang Hotels to expand five brands across Southeast Asia, signing first management agreement for Metropolo in Luang Prabang, Laos.
Jefferies Upgrades Ratings on Hilton and Marriott
Jefferies upgrades Hilton and Marriott to Buy, citing business model strength and shift to durable growth drivers amid uncertainty.
Philippines Reports Decline in Tourist Arrivals for Early 2025
Sri Lanka tourism hits 900,000 arrivals in early May, while Galaxy Entertainment soft-launches Capella at Galaxy Macau with 36 villas.
Marriott Increases Its Dividend
Marriott, Hilton, Rosewood and other hotel groups announce property openings, renovations and investments worldwide.
IHG and Choice Hotels Report Earnings
IHG and Choice were optimistic about the rest of the year, though Choice moderated its outlook. The lodging sector expanded with Kessler Collection and others breaking ground.