Risks – Hotel Expert Talks

The End of Abundance: Navigating Scarcity in the Hotel Industry

The concept of abundance is facing significant challenges as economic uncertainties and shifting consumer behaviors reshape the hospitality landscape. Travelers are becoming increasingly selective, seeking not just luxurious accommodations but…

Ann Utley May 8, 2025

Hotels Risks

Recession Watch for Travel: Hotel Executives Share Insights

As the travel industry navigates the uncertain waters of economic fluctuations, many hotel executives maintain a cautiously optimistic outlook. This sentiment is echoed by nearly a dozen industry insiders who…

Steve Gutter April 24, 2025

Hotels Risks

A Tariff War Playbook for Hotel Managers

The hotel industry is currently navigating a complex landscape shaped by President Trump's tariff war, which poses significant challenges for hotel managers. Michelle Russo, founder and CEO of HotelAVE, oversees…

Ann Utley April 10, 2025

Hotels Risks

The Impact of Trump Tariffs on the Hotel Industry

The tariffs implemented during President Trump’s administration have had significant and lasting effects on the US hotel industry. From rising operational costs to disruptions in supply chains, the consequences are…

Ann Utley April 9, 2025

Hotels Risks

Global Occupancy Slowdown: Mixed Performance for U.S. Hotel Industry in Early March 2025

In the first week of March 2025, the U.S. hotel industry experienced flat performance, with a modest increase of 0.6% in Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR). Contributing factors to this…

Steve Gutter March 24, 2025

Hotels Risks

Wie europäische Hotels personalfreie Betriebe nutzen, um Kosten zu senken

Die Hotelbranche in Europa sieht sich steigenden Betriebskosten gegenüber, was viele Hotels in die Nähe der Insolvenz bringt. In Reaktion darauf setzen immer mehr Betriebe auf personalfreie Abläufe als strategischen…

Steve Gutter February 28, 2025

Bankruptcy Hotels Risks

Staff-less hotels or bust?

Europe's hotels are teetering on the brink, their futures as precarious as a housekeeper's balance atop a wobbly ladder. The continent's hospitality industry is facing unprecedented challenges, with soaring operational…

Steve Gutter February 1, 2025

Hotels Risks

Navigating Bankruptcy Risks: How Hotels in the U.S. Are Embracing Staff-Less Operations to Reduce Costs

The hospitality industry in the United States is facing unprecedented challenges as operational costs continue to rise, putting many hotels at risk of bankruptcy. To avoid financial collapse, establishments are…

Steve Gutter January 30, 2025