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CoStar News Hotels' experienced, award-winning journalists bring diverse perspectives and voices to the news. From exclusive interviews with CEOs, to conference news from around the world, to coverage of public hotel companies, our stories are accessible for free 24/7 to inform your business today and in the future. CoStar News Hotels is part of the global CoStar News team, which reports commercia... more

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CoStar News' Stephanie Ricca and Trevor Simpson share the main takeaways from this year's Lodging Conference in Phoenix. Topics include why persistent uncertainty is a real factor and how brave buyers are getting hotel deals jump-started again.

Hilton's newly released 2026 Trends Report describes 2026 as the year of the "Whycation", projecting travelers will focus more on the reasons behind their desire to hit the road. Hilton's Senior Vice President of Strategy, Insights and Full Service B... more

Hotels reliant on seasonal workers have to regularly content with federal caps on H-2B visas, a problem that is a keen focus for Ashley McNeil, vice president of federal government affairs at the American Hotel and Lodging Association, and chair of t... more

With lighter demand and rising costs, hoteliers have been challenged to maintain profitability. Alicia Carr, Charlestowne Hotels' vice president of finance, joins the podcast to talk about how her company is tackling that challenge and navigating tha... more

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Robert Morse
Vice President of Revenue Management supporting the Hotels and Resorts Division at Davidson
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Episode: Don't forget the value of housekeepers (with Davidson's Harry Carr and Robert Morse)
Olaf Belgraver
Head of chains at Booking.com
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Episode: AI and the growing travel market with Booking.com's Olaf Belgraver
Kelsey Fenerty
Manager of analytics at STR
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Episode: Recapping the first day of Hotel Data Conference 2025 (with STR's Kelsey Fenerty)
Maggie Rauch
Transportation, hospitality, and services research leader at Deloitte
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Episode: Summer 2025 travel trends with Deloitte's Maggie Rauch
Carol Heller
Vice President for Global Brands at IHG Hotels and Resorts
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Episode: Design-focused Hotel Indigo enters new era
Amanda Hite
President of STR, CoStar Group Company
STR, CoStar Group Company
Episode: STR's Amanda Hite says new 'conservative' forecast has more upside potential
Emily Goldfischer
Founder and Editor in Chief of Hertelier, an online media platform for women in hospitality
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Episode: 2025 travel trend buzzwords with staying power (with Hertelier's Emily Goldfischer)
Luigi Romaniello
Managing Director of the Waldorf Astoria New York
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Episode: An inside look at the next era of the Waldorf Astoria New York (with Luigi Romaniello)

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Sean McCracken
News editor and Host at CoStar News Hotels and Hotel News Now

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Crestline Hotels & Resorts' James Carroll reflects on company's 25th anniversary
Q: How have you seen the company change over the years?
Crestline has evolved in its management structure and focus significantly, particularly with increased investment in revenue management and digital tools since the company's earlier days.
Crestline Hotels & Resorts' James Carroll reflects on company's 25th anniversary
Q: Can you tell us a bit about how you came to join the company and what your own history is with Crestline?
James Carroll joined Crestline in 2004 after a diverse career that began as a Navy fighter pilot, followed by a position at Dell Computer.
How hotel revenue managers are making sense of a complicated environment (live at the Hotel Data Conference with Pyramid Global Hospitality's Lori Kiel)
Q: How do you approach budgeting amid current uncertainty?
Lori emphasizes the importance of understanding each hotel's performance potential relative to past trends while remaining cautious about projecting too far into the future.
How hotel revenue managers are making sense of a complicated environment (live at the Hotel Data Conference with Pyramid Global Hospitality's Lori Kiel)
Q: What are your thoughts on the current market conditions affecting the hotel sector?
Lori notes a sense of concern about lower expectations for the second half of the year but expresses cautious optimism about future recovery, especially into 2026.
Why revenue managers should feel proud (with Sage Hospitality's Priya Chandnani, live from HDC)
Q: What's your feeling about next year right now? Are you feeling optimistic?
Priya expresses that next year is likely to be subdued, with some optimism for slight growth due to the hotel class levels they manage and their pricing strategies.

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Episodes cover crucial topics within the hotel industry, including market dynamics, revenue management, and emerging trends in hospitality. Discussions often feature expert insights from industry leaders and focus on the economic challenges facing hoteliers, as well as strategies for improving guest satisfaction and operational resilience. Recent talks highlight the growth of markets like India, the impacts of AI in travel, and the significance of sustainability, indicating a comprehensive approach toward navigating current challenges while planning for future growth. The inclusion of guest experiences and data from industry conferences enhances the content's relevance for professionals looking to better understand market trends and optimiz... more

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