Restaurant operators have an opportunity to leverage the trend of experience-driven dining. A remarkable 74 percent of diners report returning to an establishment after a memorable event so by offering curated experiences and special events,...
Topgolf CEO Artie Starrs is leaving the company. | Photo: Shutterstock.Topgolf CEO Artie Starrs resigned this week to take a position at an undisclosed company, delaying its spinoff from parent...
ROHNERT PARK, Calif., July 30, 2025 – Home2 Suites by Hilton Rohnert Park Sonoma, part of Hilton’s AllSuites portfolio, has officially opened its doors in the heart of California’s scenic...
Photo Credit: Towne Park It might come as a surprise that, in a recent interview with LODGING, Towne Park CEO Andrew Kerin emphasized more than how the company’s AI-enabled parking...
What do Al Pacino (actor), Alec Baldwin (actor), Chris Rock (comedian), Johnny Depp (actor), Langston Hughs (writer/poet), Kathy Griffin (comedian), Dick Cavett (talk show host), Malcolm Little (later to be known as Malcom X) and Ho chi...
Starbucks is promising changes in its Rewards program next year. | Photo: Shutterstock.Few loyalty programs in the restaurant business can match the success of Starbucks Rewards. Active members of the program,...
The travel & tourism sector witnessed a notable decline in deal activity in the first half (H1) of 2025, reflecting a shift in market dynamics and investor sentiment. The total...
Photo Credit: SMARTLINEN MIAMI, Florida—SMARTLINEN debuted the Intelegente Fine Linen Collection, a line of premium linens designed exclusively for four and five-star hotels and resorts. Crafted to Elevate Guest Experience...
National chains bring with them the benefits of size: expansive advertising budgets, advanced technology, and nationwide name recognition. But with that scale often comes complexity: more layers, less flexibility, and...
Several different fast-food chains are selling wraps now. | Photo by Jonathan Maze.The current wrap battle enveloping much of the fast-food world is one of the strangest chapters in the already-weird...
