Las Vegas Hotels Accept Canadian Dollars at Par

Las Vegas Hotels Accept Canadian Dollars at Par

Three downtown Las Vegas properties — Circa Resort & Casino, the D Las Vegas, and Golden Gate Hotel & Casino — are offering a limited-time “At Par” pricing deal for Canadian visitors. Under this promotion, Canadian dollars are accepted at equal value to U.S. dollars for select hotel, gaming, and beverage charges from now through August 31, 2026. The goal is to make travel and hospitality more affordable for Canadian tourists during a period of weak exchange rates and lower visitation to the U.S. hospitality sector. Read more.

Stonewall Hotel Owners Buy Kuleto’s Ahead of Expansion

The U.S. owners of Sydney’s iconic Stonewall Hotel have acquired Kuleto’s, a long-standing cocktail bar in the Newtown area of Sydney, Australia. This purchase comes shortly after the Stonewall team announced a second location called Stonewall Newtown that will focus on drag, live music, cabaret, and queer culture. The move supports the expansion of the Stonewall brand into new nightlife and hospitality spaces in Inner West Sydney. Read more.

Heid Lofts by Reside Opens in Philadelphia

The Heid Lofts by Reside, a Wyndham Residence has opened in the Callowhill area of Philadelphia. This property offers 96 apartment-style units with full kitchens, in-suite laundry, and high-speed internet, blending hotel service with extended-stay comfort. It adds to the Reside-Wyndham partnership’s portfolio of co-branded residences across major U.S. cities and aims to meet demand for longer stays and flexible accommodation. Read more.

New York City Leads U.S. Hotel Room Growth Plans

New York City is projected to lead the United States in hotel room openings in 2026, with an estimated 4,852 new rooms in the development pipeline. Phoenix, Dallas, Orlando, and Miami follow as top markets for new hotel rooms. Overall, the U.S. hotel development pipeline shows rising activity with more properties expected to open, bringing the industry closer to pre-pandemic levels of growth. Read more.

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Blues Festival at Madison Beach Hotel

Madison Beach Hotel in Connecticut is hosting its Blues Festival Weekend in February 2026, featuring performances by Jake Kulak and the Modern Vandals and special guest Tommy Castro with James Montgomery. The event highlights live blues and rock music and offers a seasonal entertainment draw for guests and visitors. Read more.

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