Hydrogen Water Flask Targets Wellness-Focused Hotels

Join Us at the 2nd Annual Destination AI Summit

This year at Destination AI’s Hospitality Summit, we’re diving into how hoteliers can move beyond experimentation and start fully leveraging AI to solve real business challenges and elevate the guest experience.

Destination AI is the only conference dedicated entirely to how artificial intelligence is reshaping hospitality. Join us on September 30 in Washington, D.C. for a full day of expert-led panels and practical insights.

You’ll hear from hotel executives, tech founders, and investors driving real transformation through sessions like:

• How Hotel Chains Are Deploying AI

• Operator Insights on Solving Real Hotel Challenges

• Emerging Technologies Driving Efficiency and ROI

• Governing the Rise of Artificial Intelligence

• And many more.

🤝 Wyndham Rewards Teams Up with KrisFlyer for Point Transfers

Wyndham Rewards has added KrisFlyer, the loyalty program of Singapore Airlines, as its newest point-transfer partner. Members can now earn KrisFlyer miles on staying at Wyndham properties (1 mile per USD $1) or convert existing Wyndham points into KrisFlyer miles starting from 6,000 points for 1,200 miles. This gives Wyndham’s ~120 million members more flexibility to use points for flights, cabin upgrades, and other travel perks. Read more.

🚀 Hotels Test Smart Rooms and Remote Check-Ins

Hotels are adopting new technologies to modernize guest experiences, including mobile check-in apps, video-based remote reception desks, and smart room features. While some travelers appreciate the efficiency, others find the lack of face-to-face interaction impersonal, as highlighted in a viral video of a Florida guest checking in via video screen. Major brands such as Hilton, Hyatt, and Marriott are leading this shift, while future hotel innovations may include AI concierges, delivery robots, and smart bathrooms. These experiments reflect the industry’s focus on automation while balancing guest comfort and service expectations. Read more.

🧪 Hydrogen Water Flask Targets Wellness-Focused Hotels

US-based Echo has launched a hydrogen water flask designed to support sleep, slow aging, and enhance energy levels. The lightweight, shatterproof device uses proton generation technology to infuse water with hydrogen while keeping its taste unchanged. Guests can track hydrogen intake and hydration goals through the Echo app. Luxury properties, including The Lanesborough in London, are adopting this technology to enhance wellness offerings for guests. Read more.

🌟 TotallyJewishTravel Celebrates 25 Years in Kosher Travel

TotallyJewishTravel (TJT) is celebrating over 25 years of serving Jewish and kosher travelers with trusted, curated travel resources. Known as the oldest platform in its niche, TJT connects users with global kosher-friendly destinations, Passover programs, and services. The platform remains a leading source for Jewish travel planning, offering comprehensive listings to support religious and cultural needs worldwide. Read more.

✨ Construction Begins on New Napa Hotel

Build Group has started construction on a new hotel in downtown Napa, California, in partnership with CMG Financial and 300 Venture Group. Scheduled to open in late 2027, the hotel’s design features a convex frontage inspired by Napa’s historic Migliavacca Building. The project is part of the city’s continued development efforts and will add to Napa’s growing hospitality offerings. Read more.

💲 Budget Planning and Investment Key to Hotel Success in 2026

Hotel success in 2026 will depend on disciplined budgeting, strong collaboration, and strategic investment in people, processes, and technology. Experts emphasize starting the budgeting process at the property level, where teams can provide market insights, client data, and competitive positioning. Layering these findings with top-down guidance will create consistent revenue planning across hotel portfolios, helping operators navigate market uncertainty and rising costs. Read more.

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