Hotel executives at a recent industry event discussed the advantages and challenges of asset-heavy ownership models compared to asset-light strategies, focusing on control, flexibility, investment returns, and risk management in a volatile economic environment.
Tourism and hospitality are peopleintensive industries where every decision unfolds in close contact with communities, guests, employees, and partners. Success depends on the subtle, often invisible work of managing relationships, in other words, work shaped by emotions and expectations. Yet while these human dynamics sit at the heart of the sector, they remain surprisingly understudied and undervalued in mainstream management thinking.
While Las Vegas experienced moderation in several key performance metrics in 2025 relative to 2024, the market demonstrated continued resilience, supported by a strong calendar of major events, sports-related visitation, and a diversified entertainment offering. In 2026, Las Vegas is expected to maintain solid operating fundamentals, with growth patterns continuing to normalize following the post-pandemic rebound.
U.S. hotels began 2026 steadily, with flat occupancy and slightly higher ADR for January. As of February, HVS expects modest RevPAR growth in 2026 and stronger gains in 2027 and 2028. Cap rates are trending downward as more distressed assets sell, while transactions remain slow but supported by lower interest rates.
The simple choice between disposable or reusable spa slippers reveals the deeper relationship between form, function, sustainability, and brand identity in spa and wellness design. By examining this micro decision, this article highlights how small details illustrate the relationship among guest experience, operational flow, and the financial performance of a resort spa or wellness center.
International visitors spent more than $21.3 billion on travel to and tourism-related activities within the United States in December 2025, according to data released by the National Travel and Tourism Office.
U.S. hotels saw higher occupancy, rates, and revenue per room for the week ending February 21, 2026, with New Orleans and Las Vegas leading gains and Boston posting declines.
The latest hotel market forecasts for 2026 from STR and Tourism Economics indicate varied trends across Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, with event-driven rate increases, supply growth, and shifting travel patterns influencing revenue and occupancy projections in each region.