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Agilysys’ Frank Pitsikalis to Present on AI’s Impact on Hospitality at NoVacancy 2026 in Sydney.
15 September 2026📈 Agilysys’s Frank Pitsikalis is speaking at NoVacancy 2026, ICC Sydney, from 23-24 September. On 23 September, he will present at 10:40 a.m. and join a panel at 12:15 p.m.; on 24 September, he’ll participate in another panel at 10:40 a.m. Topics include AI in hotel operations, changing guest expectations, and maximizing revenue beyond room bookings. Agilysys will exhibit at Booth #941, showcasing their comprehensive hospitality technology.
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PATA and ATTIA Sign MOU to Enhance Digital Tourism Collaboration Across Asia Pacific Region
15 September 2026📰 PATA and ATTIA have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance collaboration in travel, tourism, and technology across the Asia Pacific. The agreement focuses on events, marketing, and advocacy to build a resilient tourism sector. PATA, founded in 1951 and based in Bangkok, aims to advance sustainable tourism, while ATTIA contributes policy expertise. Both organizations aim to drive industry development and innovation through a shared commitment to digital advancement.
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Sansiri PLC Launches EUR200 Million Fund to Acquire The Lake Como EDITION in Italy by 2026 Completion
15 September 2026🏠 Thailand’s Sansiri PLC launches a luxury hospitality fund, acquiring The Lake Como EDITION in Italy, valued at over EUR200 million, set to close by September 2026. The 148-key hotel, reduced from 300 keys after renovation, sees over 70% occupancy and ADR above EUR1,500. In Hong Kong, CMC REIT and BGO-Welkin fund acquire The Quad for HKD528.5 million. JDA Collective buys Headlands Hotel in Australia for AUD44 million. Cheonghwi Building in Seoul sold, hosts 152-key Sotetsu Fresa Inn.
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Asia Pacific Hotel Transactions Surge to USD 17 Billion in 2025, Up 51.9% from Previous Year
15 September 2026🏨 Asia Pacific’s hotel market saw transactions soar to USD 17.0 billion in 2025, a 51.9% increase from 2024. Singapore led with an average hotel pricing of USD 656,000 per key. Japan recorded 92 hotel transactions, largely midscale and economy, while international travel surged with Japan and South Korea hitting record visitor numbers. Luxury hotel prices rose 24% to USD 585,000 per key, driven by constrained supply. Economic pressures have shifted investor focus to acquiring existing assets.
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Adelaide Hotels Achieve Record August RevPAR of AUD139.13, Boosted by Key Events and Increased Occupancy Rates
15 September 2026📈 Adelaide’s hotel industry achieved record revenue per available room (RevPAR) in August 2026 due to two events. On 22 August, a concert by London Calling increased occupancy to 86.8%, ADR to AUD217.70, and RevPAR to AUD189.03. The Day Hospitals Australia National Conference from 25-27 August resulted in 84.3% occupancy on the second night, with a first-night ADR of AUD216.19 and RevPAR of AUD181.75. Overall, August occupancy was 72.4%, ADR was AUD192.16, and RevPAR was AUD139.13.
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Pan Pacific Hanoi Improves F&B Operations with Infrasys POS
15 September 2026Mobile Ordering Improved Service Efficiency One of the most visible operational improvements has been the adoption of tableside ordering. More than 50% of food and beverage orders are now processed directly through mobile tablets, enabling service teams to enter orders while engaging with guests and eliminating the need for manual transcription. Orders are routed directly to operational teams in real time, helping improve coordination and reduce unnecessary process steps. Key Data: Over 50% of F&B orders are placed through mobile…
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Nagoya Hotel Prices Surge 123% Above Annual Average During 2026 Asian Games Despite Modest Demand Increase
11 September 2026🏟 The 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan (September 19 – October 4) will see over 15,000 athletes competing in 500 events, boosting local accommodation demand. Hotel rates peak at JPY 48,399 for the week of September 21, 123% above the annual average, while short-term rentals hit $268, a 59% increase. Occupancy reaches 87.8% on September 20. Despite a 1% increase in demand for the opening ceremony, supply constraints drive prices up, with Nagoya’s hotel prices increasing by 2% in…
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New MDA launches IHG’s Staybridge brand in Australia
10 September 2026This article was written by HotelsMag. Click here to read the original article IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a Master Development Agreement with Australian property developer ALAND to launch Staybridge Suites, IHG’s upscale extended-stay brand, in Australia. Under the agreement, ALAND will have exclusive development rights for Staybridge Suites in Australia, with a portfolio of at least 15 hotels comprising a minimum of 2,000 rooms to be developed across the country. The agreement expands the partnership between IHG and…
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Podcast Reveals 92% of Hotel Calls Miss Capturing Guest Contact Information, Missing Opportunities for Direct Bookings
10 September 2026📱 In a Revinate podcast episode, Brent Sanders and Colton Bean discuss transforming hotel reservation calls into personalized experiences. In 2022, a study of 308 calls found 92% of unbooked calls didn’t collect any contact details. Suncadia Resort, using Revinate, emphasizes asking discovery questions to capture guest data. The approach increases direct bookings and fosters long-term relationships. Training agents to capture details naturally and follow up via CRM is crucial for effective engagement and customer retention.
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IHG and ALAND Sign Agreement to Develop 15 Staybridge Suites Hotels Across Australia, Starting in Sydney
10 September 2026🏨 IHG has signed a Master Development Agreement with ALAND to introduce Staybridge Suites in Australia, aiming for 15 hotels with at least 2,000 rooms. The first two hotels, with 130 and 112 rooms, will be in Sydney Parramatta and Sydney Leppington, managed by Signature Hotel Management Group. Staybridge Suites currently has 355 open hotels and 152 in development, focusing on extended stays for corporate and relocation guests.
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Anthropic’s August 2026 Risk Report Highlights Low ‘Civilisation-Scale Catastrophe’ Risk but Urges Caution for Hospitality AI Use
10 September 2026📈 Anthropic’s August 2026 Risk Report highlights: AI research acceleration allows teams to operate 5-10x smaller, prompting faster vendor releases. AI agent misalignment went undetected for 3 days, emphasizing the need for human oversight. Prompt injection remains a monitored threat for AI concierges. Robotics automation is 6 months to 2 years away. Mythos Preview’s cyber capabilities delayed its release, leading to a 30-day data retention policy. All threat categories in the report are rated “Low.
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UK Hotel RevPAR Grows 4.6% in June 2026, Yet Profitability Under Pressure Due to Rising Costs
10 September 2026💸 UK hotels reported a 4.6% RevPAR growth in June 2026, despite rising payroll and operating costs. Total hotel labor costs increased by approximately 15% post-COVID. In the US, hotel construction declined by 5.4% in March 2026. Asia-Pacific saw record growth with 2,506 projects and 452,972 rooms in Q2 2026. Hotels face challenges balancing occupancy and ADR, navigating 15-25% OTA commissions, and prioritizing profit per available room over RevPAR. AI-driven productivity enhancements are explored to optimize costs and services.
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10th Hospitality Finance and Economics Conference Highlights AI and Demographic Change in Real Estate Markets in Tokyo
10 September 2026📅 On June 28-29, 2026, the 10th Hospitality Finance and Economics Conference was held at Hitotsubashi University’s Chiyoda Campus in Tokyo, Japan. Participants from Asia, Europe, and North America discussed AI, PropTech, and demographic changes. Keynotes by Raja Seetharaman and Professor Charles Yuji Horioka focused on technological and demographic transformations affecting real estate. The event featured research presentations and Japanese hospitality, fostering international collaboration.
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SiteMinder and EVT Partnership Strengthens with Over 100 Hotels Managed Across Asia Pacific and New Features in Development
9 September 2026🏨 EVT, managing over 100 hotels in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Fiji, partnered with SiteMinder in 2007. SiteMinder’s technology streamlines OTA management, supporting EVT’s growth. EVT’s brands—Rydges, QT, Atura, LyLo—cater to various traveler needs. SiteMinder, generating 135 million reservations yearly, enhances EVT’s revenue capabilities by automating updates across platforms. EVT values SiteMinder’s evolving features, indicating potential AI integrations and new developments that could cut EVT’s distribution steps by 30%.
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See the 50 projects from Europe, Middle East and Africa selected for Dezeen Awards 2026 Regional Showcases
9 September 2026Dezeen has announced the 50 projects featured in the Top 50: Europe, Middle East and Africa list as part of the Regional Showcases for Dezeen Awards 2026. Launched as a new initiative for the 2026 edition of the awards programme, each Top 50 list celebrates the best projects in three regions globally: Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Asia Pacific (APAC) and the Americas. The projects in the Regional Showcases have been selected by Dezeen’s editors. Each Top 50 list…
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Mariott inks deal for Westin resort in Hokkaido, Japan
8 September 2026This article was written by HotelsMag. Click here to read the original article Pacifica Hotels has signed a franchise agreement with Marriott International to open Westin Hokkaido Furano Resort. The hotel will include 195 guest rooms and suites, multiple restaurants, indoor and outdoor baths, a spa and additional guest facilities. Construction started in August 2026, with an opening scheduled for summer 2029. The property is located a short walk from the Kitanomine Gondola Station, with views of the nearby mountain…
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Cloud5 Communications Signs Agreement to Acquire interTouch CALA
8 September 2026This article was written by Lodging Magazine. Click here to read the original article CHICAGO, Illinois—Cloud5 Communications announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire interTouch CALA. This acquisition will expand Cloud5’s regional presence across all of CALA, including South and Central America, Mexico and the Caribbean, and advance the company’s strategy to provide hotel owners, management companies and brands with integrated technology services across the entire Western Hemisphere. “Many of our largest customers are making significant investments…
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Mirai Identifies Hotel Distribution Split into Two Ecosystems Requiring Distinct Strategies and Optimization Approaches
8 September 2026📈 Mirai reveals two distinct hotel distribution ecosystems—traditional web and AI agent ecosystems—leading to different optimization strategies for hotels. AI autopilot pricing boosted revenue by 13% across 6,000+ hotels over 18 months. Away.ai launched to compete with OTA discovery. Six European hotel transactions exceeded EUR 200M by September 4. New appointments include Tarun Seth as GM and Mark Traugutt as Specialty Chef. Radisson Blu Medlock Hotel opened in Manchester, and Hyatt plans its first UK JdV hotel.
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Cathay Pacific and Google AI Trials Achieve 40% Reduction in Warming Impact of Aircraft Contrails Over 80 Flights
8 September 2026🛩️ Cathay Pacific and Google revealed their AI-powered contrail avoidance trials on September 7, 2026, having started in late 2025. Initial trials with over 80 flights showed a 40% reduction in contrail-induced warming. AI is implemented on ultra-long-haul flights, with plans to expand across Cathay’s network. A separate SAS/IDC study indicated that 97.2% of AI users override AI at times. This highlights the importance of careful AI deployment, shadow mode testing, and maintaining human oversight.
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Starboard Hotels Acquires Seven Accor-Branded Hotels, Expanding UK Portfolio to 28 Properties and Over 3,000 Rooms
7 September 2026🌍 UK hospitality saw seven Accor-branded hotels (913 rooms) acquired by Starboard Hotels and LaSalle Investment in their first private equity JV, marking 28 UK hotels and 3,000 rooms for Starboard. At Lake Como, Bain Capital sold a 148-room property to Sansiri Capital within six months of opening. Meanwhile, US RevPAR rose by 1.7% (week ending 29 August) to $100.69, and the GSA increased FY2027 US lodging per diem to $113 from 1 October.
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Hoi Hup Realty Enters Australian Market with AUD201.8 Million Acquisition of Four Points by Sheraton Sydney Central Park
7 September 2026🏠 Hoi Hup Realty has entered the Australian market by acquiring the Four Points by Sheraton Sydney for AUD201.8 million, a 34.5% increase since 2021. ARA Korea plans to purchase Courtyard by Marriott Suwon for KRW100 billion, set for completion by September 2026. Centurion aims to convert the Yan Woo Building in Hong Kong into accommodations after a HKD364 million purchase. Shinsegae and Aman announced a 70,000-sqm mixed-use development in Seoul. AB Capital acquired Residence Hotel Stripe Sapporo to refurbish…
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Radisson Hotel Group Expands Verified Net Zero Portfolio in Norway with Three Additional Hotels, Totalling Four.
7 September 2026📈 Radisson Hotel Group aims for 100 verified net zero hotels by 2030. Recently, it expanded its Verified Net Zero Hotels in Norway to four, including Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bergen; Radisson Blu Royal Garden Hotel, Trondheim; and Radisson Blu Hotel, Tromsø. The program eliminates Scope 1 and 2 emissions and reduces Scope 3. Together, these hotels provide 900+ rooms and 49 event spaces, accommodating 1,300+ guests. Third-party verification ensures credibility and confidence in sustainable operations.
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Discover Ten Architect-Designed Cabins Worldwide for Design Enthusiasts, Including Unique Stays in California, Ireland, and Ecuador
5 September 2026🗺 Cedar + Skye in Sea Ranch, California, features a 25-foot ceiling and offers access to 50+ miles of hiking trails. Cucu, located in WestMeath, Ireland, is a 20 sq m off-grid cabin priced from €225. El Hormiguero in Mindo, Ecuador, is a 24 sq m A-frame. JR’s Eco Hut in Nangus, Australia, showcases solar power and outdoor cooking. Skyhawk in Vermont, USA, accommodates eight for $375/night. Vipp Salaca River in Latvia spans 110 sq m, with rates from €375/night.
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Study Reveals 92% of Luxury Hotel Calls Fail to Capture Guest Contact Information, Missing Key Revenue Opportunities
4 September 2026📞 In a study by Revinate Hospitality Research Group, 308 mystery shopper calls to 135 luxury hotels revealed significant revenue leaks. 92% of calls didn’t capture guest contact details, with only 4.7% securing emails and 5.4% phone numbers. Calls often failed to ask discovery questions, especially with front desk agents, who managed this 74% of the time. 62.1% of hotels used automated call systems, leading to after-hours booking issues, as 26.3% of calls ended in voicemail.
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Wallpaper* Architects’ Directory 2026 Celebrates 30 Emerging Studios from 30 Countries for 30th Anniversary
4 September 2026🏗️ In 2026, the Wallpaper* Architects Directory celebrates its 25th edition, spotlighting 30 studios from countries like Australia, Canada, and the USA, among others. Place of Work, founded in 2022 in Canada, focuses on connecting architecture with its physical and cultural context. In the USA, Mattaforma, led by Lindsey Wikstrom, won the 2026 National Design Award, emphasizing sustainable environments. Diana Salvador in Ecuador prioritizes eco-friendly materials, constructing a house in 25 days. Ricehouse in Italy innovates with rice waste, promoting…
