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U.S. hotel executives worry over international travel slump
The U.S. hotel sector is facing a steep drop in international inbound travel, with executives citing declining visitors from Canada, China, Germany and South America. The slowdown comes ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and has led to concerns about hosting capacity and pricing in major markets. Some hoteliers say room rates are being cut prematurely due to the uncertainty. Smaller markets may bear the brunt of softness if international demand fails to rebound. Read more.
IHG Hotels & Resorts is launching its European “Ruby Hotels” brand in the U.S., aiming at urban-micro lifestyle markets with compact but premium finishes. The launch emphasizes scalable growth through new builds, conversions or adaptive reuse in major U.S. cities. For owners, the model offers a branded solution combining lifestyle product with IHG’s development strength. For the U.S. market, this signals rising competition in the urban lifestyle/hospitality niche. Read more.
Marriott delivers strong Q3 despite mixed regional results
Marriott International reported a global RevPAR increase of 0.5 % in Q3 2025, with international markets (APEC region) rising 2.6 % and U.S. & Canada down 0.4 %. Luxury segments drove performance, with luxury RevPAR growing ~4 %. Marriott expects net room growth of ~5 % full-year and conversions account for about a third of openings. The slide in U.S. lower-tier segments, however, underscores uneven demand across market segments. Read more.
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Latin America sees increased hotel construction
The hotel-construction pipeline in Latin America has grown strongly: 751 projects and 116,480 rooms at end Q3 2025, up 17 % in project count and 11 % in rooms year-on-year. Mexico, Brazil and the Dominican Republic lead the surge, particularly in luxury and upper-upscale segments. Renovations and brand conversions are also gaining momentum, underlining confidence in the region’s growth potential despite global headwinds. Read more.
Trump reversal may exempt hotels from immigration enforcement
Donald Trump indicated a willingness to exempt hotels (alongside farms) from immigration-enforcement operations, though subsequent reversal by relevant U.S. agencies created confusion. This policy uncertainty may affect labour-intensive hospitality operations that rely on migrant workers. For hotel operators, the evolving regulatory risk around employment and immigration remains a consideration for staffing and compliance. Read more.
Canyon Spirit brings luxury train travel to the American Southwest
The Armstrong Collective, creators of the famed Rocky Mountaineer, will launch Canyon Spirit in 2026 — a three-day luxury train journey through the U.S. Southwest. The route expands on the popular “Rockies to the Red Rocks” experience introduced in 2021, now connecting Salt Lake City to Denver. The rebranding distinguishes the U.S. routes from Rocky Mountaineer’s Canadian adventures while keeping the hallmark comfort and scenic focus. Travel occurs only during the day, with nights spent in premium partner hotels. Massive panoramic windows, reclining leather seats, and rotating seating ensure passengers enjoy uninterrupted views of the region’s dramatic canyons and desert landscapes. Read more.
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