
The Barbell and the Broker: Hotel Brokerage in 2026 and the Discipline of Selective Opportunity
Hotel brokerage in 2026 isn't a broad-based recovery — it's a market splitting into two extremes. Here's what that means for buyers and sellers.

The Rise of Robotics in U.S. Hospitality: Practical Automation Strategies for 2026 and Beyond
A practical look at how robotics and automation are reshaping hotel operations, staffing, and guest experience in 2026.

Beyond the Room Rate: How Boutique Hotels Are Mastering Ancillary Revenue in 2026
Room revenue alone isn't enough anymore. See how boutique hotels are turning guest touchpoints into $20–$75+ in added revenue per occupied room.

Michelle Warner: The Woman Who Reminds Us What Hospitality and Humanity Can Be
Meet Michelle Warner, Wyndham's 2026 Microtel GM of the Year, and the leadership philosophy that turned a limited-service hotel into something unforgettable.

HITEC 2026 Recap: Agentic AI, Startup Energy, and the Future of Hospitality Take Center Stage in San Antonio
Over 6,100 professionals gathered in San Antonio as agentic AI moved from buzzword to game-changer. Here's what happened at HITEC 2026.

How AAHOA’s New Insurance Program Could Lower Your Premiums in 2026–2027
Find out how hotel owners could cut insurance premiums by up to 20% under AAHOA's new insurance program.
