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Future of Lodging

As the lines continue to blur between hotels and short-term rentals, Skift is focused on the technology and the consumer behaviors that are driving this. Follow our coverage across the wide world of lodging, from traditional hotels and motels to urban short-term rentals and traditional vacation rentals.

Hotels

Accor Leans Into Premium Hotel Brands, Franchising, and China

What is Accor's hotel group strategy as of February 2024? An interview with Jean-Jacques Morin, Group Deputy CEO, and Martine Gerow, Group CFO.

Accor Leans Into Premium Hotel Brands, Franchising, and China

Short-Term Rentals

Can Vacasa’s Strategy Change Keep Homeowners From Leaving?

Not if it lays off its sales staff.

Can Vacasa’s Strategy Change Keep Homeowners From Leaving?

Hotels

Hilton, Travel and Leisure, and Marriott Timeshares: 2024 State of Play

In a financial update, Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV) showcased its sector leadership with a revenue of $3.978 billion last year. Rivals Travel and Leisure Co. and Marriott Vacations Worldwide continued to see resilient sales, too.

Hilton, Travel and Leisure, and Marriott Timeshares: 2024 State of Play

Hotels

UAE Group Launches Casino Resort in Georgia with Fractional Ownership – Yours for $90K

Abu Dhabi group Rotana is trying its hand at a casino in Georgia, meanwhile, gaming is in the cards back home in the UAE.

UAE Group Launches Casino Resort in Georgia with Fractional Ownership – Yours for $90K

Hotels

Accor’s New Chief Strategist Seeks Luxury Growth Beyond Hotels

Here's the first major interview with Gilda Perez-Alvarado since she became chief strategy officer of Accor. Can she help the hospitality titan diversify beyond selling hotel rooms, help it conquer the U.S., and reinvigorate the iconic Orient Express brand?

Accor’s New Chief Strategist Seeks Luxury Growth Beyond Hotels

Hotels

Jumeirah Group’s Leadership Vacuum: 3 CEOs in 8 Years

Despite being located in the global center of luxury hospitality, Jumeirah has struggled somewhat to grow its footprint.

Jumeirah Group’s Leadership Vacuum: 3 CEOs in 8 Years

Hotels

Hilton Adds ‘Glamping’ Via Loyalty Licensing Deal With AutoCamp

‘Glamping’ is gaining respectability.

Hilton Adds ‘Glamping’ Via Loyalty Licensing Deal With AutoCamp

Hotels

Jumeirah CEO Katerina Giannouka Leaves the Hotel Group

Katerina Giannouka leaves her post as CEO after a little over a year.

Jumeirah CEO Katerina Giannouka Leaves the Hotel Group

Hotels

Marriott Bonvoy Adds 200 Millionth Member as Hotel Loyalty Race Heats Up

Marriott Bonvoy signed up the 200 millionth member as the loyalty program aims to retain its title as the world's largest – Hilton Honors is hot on its tail.

Marriott Bonvoy Adds 200 Millionth Member as Hotel Loyalty Race Heats Up

Hotels

Super Bowl 2024 Hotel Rooms Were Priciest in U.S. History

Initial reports suggest Las Vegas reaped solid economic rewards from its first time hosting the Super Bowl.

Super Bowl 2024 Hotel Rooms Were Priciest in U.S. History