Independent Hotels Lead the AI Shift

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Hotels are losing up to 6% or more of monthly revenue due to payment inefficiencies and security risks, according to a new survey of 300+ hotel leaders from Flywire (which recently acquired Sertifi). Get data-driven insights on how your business can increase revenue and improve guest experience.

 🤖 Independent Hotels Lead the AI Shift

Artificial intelligence is making headlines in hospitality, often framed as futuristic promises of robot concierges or fully automated rooms. Yet, a new report titled The AI Hospitality Revolution shows that independent hotels are already putting AI into practice. Nearly 200 property owners surveyed revealed that 74% found AI met or exceeded their expectations. Rather than replacing the human touch, AI is helping small properties improve guest service and manage operations more effectively. Read more.

🏷️ Rosen Hotels CEO Proposes Tourist Transportation Tax

Frank Santos, new CEO of Rosen Hotels & Resorts, is pushing for an additional “tourist transportation tax” in Orange County. He proposes a 2–3 % surcharge on lodging (on top of existing tourism taxes) to fund road improvements, public transit, and weekend rail service. Read more.

🚀 Stone Eagle Winery Opens in Niagara on the Lake

Stone Eagle Winery has launched a new resort and hospitality experience in Niagara on the Lake, Canada. It combines wine production, guest accommodations, and immersive resort amenities to attract wine tourists. Read more.

💰 U.S. Government Shutdown Threatens $1B/Week Hit on Travel

A possible U.S. government shutdown could slashed travel activity by about $1 billion per week. Key federal agencies that support tourism and aviation might suspend or scale back operations, adding strain to the travel industry. Read more.

✨ Live Music at Ty Bar (Four Seasons New York)

Ty Bar in the Four Seasons New York now hosts a live‐music series every Thursday from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. The bar blends art‐deco design, cocktails, and three‐piece bands in an elegant midtown setting. Read more.

⚠️ Boston Hotel Workers Strike

Hotel workers in Boston have launched a strike for the fourth straight week. They are demanding better wages, safer staffing levels, and more respect from hotel management. The strike affects multiple properties and has been disruptive to services. Read more.

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