Regulatory and Legal Affairs

It has been one week since the government shutdown began, and Congress has yet to reach an agreement to restore funding—costing America’s travel economy an estimated $1 billion each week in lost spending.

Accor, one of the most prestigious names in luxury hospitality, and Standard Textile Co., Inc. today announced a strategic partnership to provide Mascioni Hotel Collection as the preferred luxury linen provider for a selection of Accor’s luxury brands: Fairmont, Sofitel Legend, Sofitel, and MGallery Collection. This exciting partnership will encompass over 350 properties worldwide.

The U.S. Travel Association released its updated Travel Forecast, projecting little growth in travel spending for 2025 but a significant decline in international inbound travel—a critical driver of the U.S. economy, jobs and global influence.

Impacted by the Rosh Hashanah holiday, the U.S. hotel industry reported negative year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through 27 September. CoStar is a leading global provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.

Congressional Democrats and Republicans failed to come to agreement by yesterday’s budget deadline to keep the U.S. government funded. A shutdown began at 12:01 am Eastern Time on Wednesday as both sides voted down the other’s proposals to extend funding temporarily. The Republican proposal would have extended funding through Nov. 21, but fell in a 55-to-45 vote, with two Democrats joining in favor of the plan. The Democrats’ plan, which would have extended funding through the end of October and included $1 trillion in healthcare spending that is the major point of contention for the budget row, fell to a 47-to-53 vote. Budget measures require a 60-vote majority.

The Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA) has launched its Holyrood 2026 Manifesto, calling on all political parties to work with the sector to shape policy, improve transport and digital connectivity, and…

The federal government per-diem rate is made up of a lodging allowance and a meals and incidental expense (M&IE) allowance. The per-diem lodging rates, which set the maximum amount a federal traveler can reimburse, are based on the average rates for mid-priced hotels and are set annually by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). A standard rate applies to most of the continental United States (CONUS), while individual rates apply to about 300 non-standard areas (NSAs), mostly comprising primary destinations or key cities.

Trailborn Hotels & Resorts, The Official Hotel of the Great Outdoors™, proudly joins the highly anticipated Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy™ as a founding member. As part of this inaugural launch, Marriott Bonvoy has recognized Trailborn’s distinctive position in delivering world-class, outdoor-focused hospitality. This milestone represents a pivotal moment in Trailborn’s growth and national recognition, while giving Marriott Bonvoy members access to an expanding portfolio of properties in America’s most iconic outdoor destinations.

When staffing shortages hit at peak season, it’s not just guest satisfaction that suffers — room inventory shrinks, and operations strain under pressure. Across U.S. hospitality, uncertain immigration policy is now a key factor shaping workforce strategy. Hotels are adapting with agility: amplifying internal talent pipelines, refining recruiting, and fortifying preparedness against potential enforcement disruptions.

What is a hotel data breach? Hotels store vast amounts of personal and financial data – from credit card numbers and bank accounts to passport details. Cybersecurity in the hotel…