LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 20

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Engine Expands Group Travel Solution with Self-Serve Booking, Hotel Recommendations, and Real-Time RSVP Visibility for Over 1 Million Hotels

🚀 DENVER, Colorado—Engine announced an upgrade to Engine Groups, transforming it into a comprehensive group travel planning solution. It now features self-serve booking, curated hotel recommendations, and dedicated event pages for RSVPs. With access to over 1 million hotels, the platform supports events like weddings and reunions. This tool simplifies booking, whether through self-booking or managed room blocks. Engine anticipates integrating AI planning capabilities later this year.

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U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Reaches 5,975 Projects with 703,001 Rooms in Q2 2026, Led by Upper Midscale and Upscale Chains

🏨 According to the Q2 2026 U.S. Construction Pipeline Trend Report, 5,975 projects with 703,001 rooms were in the pipeline. Mid-2026 saw 1,081 projects (133,216 rooms) under construction. New project announcements totaled 280 projects/33,423 rooms, up 18% in projects YOY. U.S. openings in 2026 are forecasted at 661 hotels/74,820 rooms. For 2027, 738 hotels/78,909 rooms are projected, and 2028 expects 832 hotels/88,321 rooms, marking industry growth.

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Crescent Hotels & Resorts Adds Hilton Short Hills in New Jersey, Expanding Presence in Greater New York Area

🏨 Crescent Hotels & Resorts expands in Short Hills, New Jersey, adding Hilton Short Hills to its portfolio. The hotel features 314 guestrooms, 21,000 square feet of event space, and a 5,200-square-foot ballroom. Located 13 miles from Newark Liberty International Airport, it offers dining options and amenities like pools and tennis courts. Nearby attractions include The Mall at Short Hills and key corporate offices, enhancing its leisure appeal.

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WorldHotels Expands with Over 40 Hotels in Development, Entering New Markets Including South Korea and Portugal

🏨 WorldHotels is expanding with over 40 new hotels developed and about 100 added in 2025. New ventures include the Essensia Sky and Parkway Saigon in Vietnam, WorldHotels Long Beach Resort in Phu Quoc, and Hotel Máxima Santarém in Portugal (opening 2027). The brand enters South Korea, Costa Rica, and Portugal, enhancing its Crafted Collection through alliances like De Historiske in Norway. Asheville River Cabins in North Carolina highlights its experience-focused growth strategy.

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Eduardo Schutte Appointed Senior Vice President, Commercial for Hyatt's Inclusive Collection, Overseeing 150 Resorts Globally

🏨 Eduardo Schutte appointed as Senior Vice President, Commercial, at Hyatt Inclusive Collection, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Schutte brings 30 years of experience, having last served at Cross Border Xpress. Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection includes over 150 resorts with nearly 58,000 rooms across Latin America, the Caribbean, and Europe. Recent expansions in key destinations include new resorts and extensive renovations, with future openings planned before 2026.

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Cloudbeds Launches Cloudbeds Insights for Enhanced Real-Time Data Access and Analysis for Large Hotel Groups

📊 Cloudbeds launched Cloudbeds Insights in San Diego, California, to offer large hotel groups a new data intelligence tool. It features real-time data access, enabling hotels to monitor performance and integrate data across systems via a Data API. Richard Castle, COO, emphasized the platform's end-to-end technology. This ensures reliable reporting and decision-making, allowing hotel teams to use prebuilt reports and custom dashboards, integrating seamlessly into operational workflows for enhanced portfolio management.

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Shaner Hotels Opens 109-Room Four Points by Sheraton Near Newark Airport, Offering Terminal Pickup Service

🏨 Shaner Hotels opened the 109-room Four Points by Sheraton Newark Airport in Newark, NJ. Less than a mile from Newark Liberty International Airport, it offers pickup from Terminals A, B, and C, bypassing shuttle areas. The hotel features a 24/7 fitness center, a convenience store, 2,025 sq. ft. of meeting space, and Skyline, a 9th-floor restaurant. Nearby are MetLife Stadium, Prudential Center, and American Dream Mall.

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Wyndham Hotels Reports 17% Net Income Increase to $102 Million in Q2 2026, Excluding Revo Impact

📈 Parsippany, New Jersey, Q2 2026: Wyndham Hotels & Resorts reports a 2% U.S. RevPAR growth, with system-wide room growth at 4%, excluding Revo Hospitality Group. Net income rose 17% to $102 million, and adjusted EBITDA increased 9% to $212 million. The development pipeline reached 261,000 rooms. Global RevPAR decreased by 1%, with international decline due to geopolitical and regional issues. The company returned $86 million to shareholders through buybacks and $0.43 dividends per share.

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Sonesta Opens 22 New Hotels and Signs 28 Franchise Agreements in First Half of 2026.

🏨 Sonesta International Hotels expanded significantly in the first half of 2026 with 22 new hotel openings and 28 franchise agreements, adding over 2,000 rooms. New openings include locations like Chicago/La Grange, IL; Brownsville, TX; Medford, OR; and Curacao. The expansion covers various brands, including Signature Inn, Americas Best Value Inn, and Red Lion Inn & Suites. Keith Pierce, co-CEO, emphasized the strategy's resilience and franchisee trust.

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Crestline Hotels & Resorts Completes Renovation of Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront, Upgrading All 179 Suites

🏨 Crestline Hotels & Resorts completed renovations at the Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront in Portland, Maine. The hotel features 179 refreshed guest suites, a refurbished lobby, and updated public spaces. The 1,235 sq ft event space now includes a 65-inch TV. The fitness center and indoor pool were also renovated. Located near major attractions, it is five miles from Portland International Jetport and a two-hour drive from Boston Logan International Airport.

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