According to a joint report published by the UN Environment Programme and the International Energy Agency, buildings and construction account for 39% of global energy-related emissions. Operationally, due to their setup of one day leases, hotels invite millions of people through their doors on an annual basis, and therefore have the opportunity to not only cater to guest needs in a sustainable way, but also align themselves with global strategies to engage and educate guests on how collective actions can pave the way for a sustainable, connected, and inclusive future. READ MORE

Airports are being updated, particularly in the United States, but where does that leave airport hotels? David Ashen, President & CEO of interior design and brand consulting firm dash design, explores the transformation of airport hotels from a pedestrian place to simply sleep into a luxury, five-star destination that travelers yearn to visit. In this piece, he looks at the trends that led to next-level airport hotels, the influence of chic airport lounges and more. Mr. Ashen shares some of his favorite examples of trendsetting airport hotels and ponders where we'll land in the years to come. READ MORE

The 4th Industrial Revolution is already here, but is coming with even greater force. There's a big need to get prepared so as not to get kicked out of the race. The only way forward is proactive adaption. It's real flexibility. This article helps you understand what the 4th Industrial Revolution is all about and how you can better position your business to get the good sides of the innovations. It primarily focuses on hotel groups, dealing with guest expectations and business model adaptation for better sustainability. Issues regarding the features of the innovations are also covered in the article. READ MORE

As the U.S. economy and travel and tourism industries continue to grow, builders across the nation are witnessing an uptick in hotel construction, renovation and development. From new sports venues and arena districts to an increased focus on secondary and tertiary markets and the growing demand for live-work-play destinations, hotel construction is on the rise and anticipated to reach the nation's highest count of development by 2021. Here's a look at how these trends are shaping the construction of hotel properties today and key strategies builders are applying to imagine vibrant destinations that foster economic growth for years to come. READ MORE

Hotel executives today are under a tremendous amount of pressure in today's global economy. This article is set in place to inspire hotel executives to authentically lead their hotels to meet and exceed the challenges of not only today but also what we see as an onset of new technological advances in the future. This article shows that the seven elements of authentic leadership can represent how hotel executives working in today's knowledge-based economy develop and manage intellectual capital in hotels throughout North American and the rest of the developed countries. READ MORE