Opinions Examining natural disaster impact on construction 24 APRIL 2018 7:17 AM After a natural disaster hits, recovery efforts can be a long road. Labor and materials become scarce while...

Opinions The risks, opportunities of wellness trends in hotels 10 APRIL 2018 7:15 AM Profitability from investments focused on wellness require the same scrutiny as in any other real estate...

Waterparks: What’s on Deck for 2018 By David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC Introduction The waterpark industry continues to expand in North America, with more than billion in new investment...

Opinions Loyalty is more than just numbers 27 MARCH 2018 7:33 AM While most brands tout the size of their loyalty programs, size alone shouldn’t be a measure of success....

The Case of the Missing Brand By Stephen Hennis, ISHC After more than 36 years as a Marriott, the Marriott Denver City Center converted to the Hilton flag this past...

Opinions Overtourism or undermanagement and underinvestment? 06 MARCH 2018 9:18 AM Overtourism reactions pose a threat to the development of the tourism industry. However, the root of the problem often...

Opinions Building a business case for sustainability in hotels 20 FEBRUARY 2018 8:26 AM Sustainability advocates don’t always speak the same language as hotel company CFOs and CEOs, but tools...

Opinions What’s the ideal mix of OTA business for your property? 06 FEBRUARY 2018 9:34 AM Experts explain an EBITDA impact model that looks at changes in OTA and non-OTA...