As a prelude to its 160th anniversary this June, The Langham Hotels and Resorts today introduced signature pink all-electric Lucid Air house cars at The Langham, New York, Fifth Avenue and The Langham Huntington, Pasadena, Los Angeles. The flagship brand under Langham Hospitality Group (LHG), The Langham is widely known for its rich history and pioneering spirit – both of which are reflected in these latest guest amenities.
From friction to flow: Hey Lou leaps into the future with Mews
Founded by long-time industry experts, Hey Lou is an innovative and sustainable hotel concept that operates seven economy hotels across Germany: Frankfurt Airport, Friedrichshafen, Hildesheim, Karlsruhe, Monheim am Rhein, Nördlingen and Piding. A central pillar of the Hey Lou concept is integrating AI into daily hotel management.
What AI Agents like OpenAI’s Operator Mean for Hotel Bookings
AI news is coming in hot – every single day. A new groundbreaking platform, feature, update. Well, sometimes it’s groundbreaking, and sometimes we’re yet to see how life and business changing (or not) it’s going to be.
Tripadvisor Announces Closing of Merger with Liberty TripAdvisor and Finalizes Conversion to a Nevada Corporation
Tripadvisor, Inc. announced the closing of its previously announced plan of merger with Liberty TripAdvisor Holdings, Inc., pursuant to which Tripadvisor acquired Liberty TripAdvisor and the Tripadvisor shares held by Liberty TripAdvisor (the “Merger”).
Recast: If you’re willing to pay, we will give it to you
In this recast episode of Hotel Moment, we revisit Karen Stephens‘ conversation with Casper Overbeek, Chief Product Officer at citizenM. Casper shares eye-opening insights into citizenM’s groundbreaking paid subscription loyalty program and their distinct approach to personalization across different cultures. From their guaranteed availability promise to their fascinating observations about European versus American guest preferences, discover how citizenM is reimagining hotel loyalty for the modern traveler in ways that continue to disrupt the industry.
Helping New Hotel Employees Thrive in High-Pressure Situations
Hotel work demands speed, accuracy and strong people skills. During peak seasons or large events, the pressure to perform builds quickly. That reality can be both exciting and intimidating for new hires.
Visual Matrix’s Suchi Reddy Honored by the Dallas Business Journal’s 12th Annual Women in Technology Awards
Dallas, May 7, 2025 – The Dallas Business Journal has selected Suchi Reddy, Chief Information Officer at Visual Matrix, a leading provider of advanced technology solutions for the hospitality industry, as one of its honorees for the 12th Annual Women in Technology Awards. The yearly program celebrates 20 trailblazing women across the Dallas business community for their contributions to advancing technology across the region.
How Zoku’s high level of guest engagement throughout the year translates to direct bookings
With properties in Amsterdam, Vienna, Copenhagen, and Paris, Zoku is redefining the business hotel experience by offering a unique, home-like environment for long-stay travelers, who typically stay at least 14 nights. Zoku offers a relaxed place to live, co-work, meet, and socialize, making guests feel part of the local scene.
Marriott Bonvoy Introduces “Travel Roulette” in Celebration of 1 Million U.S. Hotel Rooms and Spontaneous Travel Adventures
In a world where every moment seems meticulously planned, many travelers are seeking more spontaneity and excitement. As a result, the social media trend “vacation roulette,” where families or friends embrace the unknown and turn travel decision making into a game by eliminating destinations until one remains, has gone viral, reflecting a broader desire for new experiences. In fact, a recent survey1 by Marriott Bonvoy reveals that more than 2 in 5 (43%) Americans will book an unplanned trip less than two months out and/or will opt for a trip to a randomly selected destination this year. To celebrate this spirit of adventure, and in honor of reaching 1 million hotel rooms in the U.S., Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International, Inc.’s portfolio of hotel brands and experiences, is launching Marriott Bonvoy Roulette, a fun digital experience that turns travel planning into a game of chance.
Ennismore Accelerates Growth of Branded Residences with New Concept for Our Habitas
Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, announces a new branded residential concept for cultural-defining brand, Our Habitas, accelerating the group’s global growth in the segment. As with its hotels, Ennismore brings its creative design expertise and ability to create a genuine sense of community through unique programming, carefully curated F&B elements, and exceptional services.

