With an empathetic design approach, hotels become conduits of experience, not architectural statements. An accelerating trend in 2020, slow travel encourages travelers to put aside agendas, and at a leisurely pace, immerse in nature, local experiences, and the unadorned, quotidian beauty of a place. Can we make guests feel like living expressions of a place instead of temporary visitors? READ MORE

The SBA opened its PPP loan forgiveness portal on August 10 and borrowers navigating the PPP Loan forgiveness process are finding it confusing, complex and time-consuming. With all of the confusion surrounding the process, hoteliers should make sure they understand the basic criteria for PPP loan forgiveness and following some actionable tips can help hoteliers work more smoothly through the process. READ MORE

As the travel industry braces for the long-term impact from the COVID-19 crisis, the extended stay and apartment-hotel segment is seeing increased demand comparatively. Drawing on his wealth of experience, Domio's Chief Development Officer Brian Quinn shares why apartment-hotels are thriving in today's environment, as well as how the sector provides attractive solutions for developers. READ MORE

There are myriad of uncertainties for revenue managers at hotels worldwide. From managing an internal team, managing ever changing expectations, all while maintaining a sustained level of profitability, there's a lot to consider. Cassie Bond, CHRM, CRME, Vice President of Revenue Strategy at Chesapeake Hospitality discusses what revenue managers should keep top of mind while strategizing a way forward. READ MORE

Critical changes need to be made in the hotel industry before travel in the United States returns to normal. Property owner's, franchises and vendors need to work together to find scientific solutioned that will ease the fears of traveling guests. Better cleaning policies are only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to guest concern's about getting sick. READ MORE