Events

📈 Nominations for the 2027 Structures of Hospitality Excellence (SOHE) Award & Scholarship Program are now open until October 1, 2026. Awards and scholarships will be presented at ALIS DESIGN+ on January 28, 2027. Scholarships total up to $20,000 for students in hospitality construction fields with a minimum 2.0 GPA. The 2027 SOHE Award will be judged by industry leaders from companies like Hyatt and Host Hotels. Sponsors include Continental Contractors and Delta Faucet Company.

📈 On Wednesday, June 24th at 11am ET, HTS’ Lead Travel Economist Hayley Berg and Cloudbeds’ Sebastien Leitner will discuss HTS' report: The Flexibility Imperative. Surveying 1,000+ Americans, it reveals that 87% want cancellation flexibility, essential for 65% of bookers. Among frequent travelers, 85% prioritize Cancel for Any Reason (CFAR). Flexibility boosts conversions and loyalty. Hoteliers must adapt to thrive. Join the webinar for insights and strategies.

📅 Dubai, UAE, 16 June 2026: From 29 September to 1 October 2026, Madinat Jumeirah hosts the Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World. With the theme "Reinvest in our Future," 30 industry leaders including Ho Kwon Ping and Sonu Shivdasani will discuss global hospitality trends. The summit attracts hospitality owners, operators, investors, developers, consultants, and educators. The speaker list is at https://www.futurehospitality.com/world/speakers, continuously updated. Ali Shahid, CEO of The Bench, emphasized the industry's resilience.

🗺 Valletta, from 7–9 October 2026, hosts the World Travel & Tourism Council's Global Summit. Leaders will discuss travel's future, public-private collaborations, and sustainable growth. By 2026, Travel & Tourism will contribute $4.9 billion to Malta's economy, 16.9% of GDP, supporting 72,200 jobs. International arrivals rose to 4 million in 2025. Visitor spending is projected to reach $5 billion by 2036. The summit highlights Malta's dynamic tourism sector and global influence.

🏁 Roland-Garros concluded on 7 June with over 700,000 attendees, up from 138,000 during the opening week (18-22 May). In London, Wimbledon (29 June - 12 July) and the Formula 1 Pirelli British Grand Prix (3-5 July) are key events. The Mandarin Oriental offers special packages, with room rates around £2,000-£2,500. The Pop-up Hotel's four-night Silverstone packages start at £3,799. On 16 March 2026, Mandarin Oriental reported a 10% revenue increase compared to 2025.

🏆 International bookings to 16 North American host cities surge nearly 70% year-on-year due to a prominent football tournament from June 11 to July 19, 2026, in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Japan's travel demand explodes +250%, surpassing European nations. Monterrey sees a 40X increase, Guadalajara 12X, and Mexico City +150% in bookings. Japanese fans lead with over 30% booking multiple cities, particularly Dallas, Monterrey, and Los Angeles, reflecting fixture-based travel.

🏠 Influence Society, a digital marketing agency, will host its Summer Rooftop Mixer on June 30, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the PUBLIC Hotel ROOF in New York City. The event aims to unite hospitality leaders for networking, focusing on meaningful conversations without formal programming. This exclusive gathering, featuring hotel owners, executives, and marketing leaders, is part of the SOCIETIES series, fostering industry relationships and partnerships.