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Lightwell Hotel & Spa has officially opened its doors, introducing a new era of hospitality to downtown Hood River. Set within the restored 1904 Waucoma Hotel, the property marks downtown Hood River’s first full-service hotel in over a century, and features a sunlit atrium, rooftop bar, Pacific Northwest-Mediterranean restaurant, and subterranean spa, all thoughtfully designed to reflect the Columbia River Gorge’s natural beauty and community spirit. With 69 guest rooms and suites, the boutique property seamlessly blends historic craftsmanship with contemporary design and sustainability. Lightwell stands as both a vibrant community hub and a refined basecamp for exploring one of the Pacific Northwest’s most scenic destinations.

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, has signed a master development agreement with Mayan Properties, a subsidiary of Resources Investment, to further expansion across Sub-Saharan Africa. The partnership strengthens Accor’s presence in Africa while underscoring the strong contribution of UAE-backed investment to Africa’s tourism future.

As wellness and recovery continue shaping traveler expectations, sleep quality has become a key factor in hospitality. In its recent report, Sleep in Hospitality: A Strategic Asset for Guest Experience - Insights - RLA Global, it was highlighted how rest has become a new frontier for differentiation. At HotStats, we see this trend reflected financially — even though we don’t measure sleep directly, our global benchmarking data shows a clear pattern: hotels that invest in wellness perform better, both in revenue and, more importantly, in profit.

Radisson Hotel Group has introduced Creator Hub, a dynamic platform connecting nano content creators with Radisson Hotels & Resorts across the globe. This initiative reimagines influencer marketing by offering creators personalized hotel stay experiences in exchange for authentic, brand-aligned content fostering a more inclusive and community-driven approach to travel storytelling.