🚢 Historic 1914 Ship Becomes a Luxury Landlocked Hotel

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When the founder who sold his last company to Zillow for $120M starts a new venture, people notice. That’s why the same VCs who backed Uber, Venmo, and eBay also invested in Pacaso.

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🏷️ ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham Debuts in Reno

Wyndham’s new extended-stay brand, ECHO Suites, has officially opened in Reno, Nevada, marking its second property. Developed by Sandpiper, the 124-room hotel emphasizes minimal, modern design with affordability and cleanliness as its core focus. Sandpiper Hospitality will manage operations. Read more.

‍🚢 Historic 1914 Ship Becomes a Luxury Landlocked Hotel

The MV Doulos Phos—a 110-year-old vessel—has been preserved and transformed into a five-star hotel in Bintan, Indonesia. Restored at the cost of $18 million by former missionary owner Eric Saw, the ship now rests permanently on land, featuring suites and acting as a high-end retreat. Read more.

📉 Las Vegas Tourism Slips Amid Resort Fee Concerns

Las Vegas is experiencing a tourism dip, with visitor numbers down 7.3% year-to-date and occupancy lower than expected. Industry leaders suggest a moratorium on resort fees—viewed as overpriced extras—could help reverse the trend and restore the city’s appeal. Read more.

🍂 New England Fall Foliage Forecast Released

Yankee magazine’s 2025 fall foliage forecast signals New England’s leaf-peeping season is coming soon. Peak colors are expected in late October, with Vermont likely offering the most synchronized and vibrant displays this year. Read more.

📈 Swiss Hotels See 2.7% Rise in July Guest Numbers

Swiss hotels recorded a 2.7% increase in overnight stays in July compared to 2024. Guest surges came mainly from the UK (up 36.8%) and Europe overall (up 8.9%), while American and Gulf visitors declined. The upward trend suggests the sector may break its previous record of 42.8 million overnight stays. Read more.

✨ Miiro Hotels Opens Boutique Property in Vienna

Miiro Hotels will open its new Miiro Palais Rudolph in Vienna this November. Located by Rudolfspark in Old Town, the 64-room townhouse-style hotel features vintage furnishings, warm tones, and locally sourced antiques. It marks Miiro’s fifth launch in 16 months. Read more.

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