AAHOA Education is in the final stages of confirming an American Express-led webinar on AmEx disputes and chargebacks, as well as a financial-communication webinar specifically for independent hoteliers. Check here (or watch AAHOA social media) to find out when they’re scheduled! 

The U.S. hotel industry is projected to experience continued performance growth through 2017, albeit at a slower rate, according to STR and Tourism Economics’ most recent forecast.

A trot through the 325-room Arlo Hudson Square — a new hotel at 231 Hudson St. that opens today — leads guests past all the trappings of a highly styled downtown stay. A courtyard stands between a chic bar, a wood-accented lounge and a new restaurant by chef Harold Moore that’s adorned with mod-style decor.

Years ago, I was driving former U.S. Secretary of State and Idaho Governor Cecil Andrus through some small towns as he campaigned for re-election. As we pulled into each town and event, we reviewed the attendee list of local businessmen, teachers and politicians so he could remember who was on his good side... and not-so-good side.

On the evening of April 8, 2016, dozens of Irving, Texas, residents were left homeless after a massive blaze destroyed about 40 units in Jefferson Park Apartments. When the Irving Fire Department finally extinguished the flames, all that remained of so many homes was rubble and still-smoldering ash.