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🏷️ Texas Buys Menger and Crockett Hotels

The state of Texas—via the General Land Office, Rockbridge, and the Alamo Trust—has purchased the historic Menger and Crockett Hotels in San Antonio. No purchase price was disclosed. These hotels sit on lands once part of Mission San Antonio de Valero, now the Alamo, and the acquisition aims to preserve the surrounding area. The Menger Hotel is especially notable for hosting dignitaries, including Theodore Roosevelt, who recruited his Rough Riders there. Read more.

‍✨ Luxury Spa Products for Hotels

Hotel spas are embracing partnerships with innovative wellness brands to offer both indulgence and results. From in-room amenities to advanced treatment options, these products help properties upgrade guest experiences and stay aligned with luxury wellness trends. The focus is on keeping spas competitive by blending comfort with high-performance treatments. Read more.

🏠 Home Swapping as a Holiday Choice

Home swapping is becoming a popular alternative to traditional holidays. Travelers exchange homes with strangers, staying in each other’s properties at little to no cost beyond cleaning fees. This arrangement provides access to unique accommodations worldwide, allowing for a more affordable and authentic travel experience compared to hotels. Read more.

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📈 Airbnb’s New Campaign Highlights Its Edge Over Hotels

Airbnb has launched a campaign of short 30-second ads to show how its stays differ from hotels. One ad, “Surrounded,” contrasts a family confined in a hotel with a lively Airbnb cabin setting that features rivers, wildlife, and even Bigfoot. The campaign underscores Airbnb’s ability to deliver immersive and unique environments for guests. Read more.

🛒 Ashford Hospitality Trust Sells Two Hotels

Ashford Hospitality Trust has sold the Hilton Houston NASA Clear Lake in Texas for $27 million and the Residence Inn Evansville East in Indiana for $6 million. The sale reflects a 1.3% capitalization rate on net operating income and a multiple of 45.3 times EBITDA for the year ending July 2025. The move aligns with the company’s asset management strategy. Read more.

🚢 Retirement at Sea with Villa Vie Residences

Villa Vie Residences is targeting retired travelers with its residential cruise program aboard the MV Odyssey. The ship will cover 425 ports across 147 countries over three and a half years, with longer port stays for cultural immersion. Travelers can rent, lease, or buy cabins under the Endless Horizons scheme, enjoying home comforts while living at sea. Read more.

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