Editor’s note: Art has never been defined as a single narrative throughout the 250-year history of the United States. Along the way, hotels have long been part of the evolving American art scene, starting with Georgia O’Keefe and followed by Jackson Pollock and Andy Warhol, who all lived in New York…
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The global impact of business events is staggering according to new data in the 2026 Global Economic Significance of Business Events Study released by the Events Industry Council and Oxford Economics. The new research shows that in 2025, business events brought together 1.65 billion participants…
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From ballparks to backyard barbecues, the humble hot dog has long held a special place in American food culture. Their enduring popularity is tied not only to nostalgia, but also to the way they’ve adapted to regional tastes and traditions across the country. “Hot dogs grew up alongside America…
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Editor’s Note: This is an update to an article published in October 2021. Before the live shows, glitzy neon and a city-that-never-sleeps vibe, Las Vegas was a city founded by ranchers and railroad workers. Even further back, humans have lived in southern Nevada for more than 10,000 years…
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While there are headwinds—reaching a peace deal with Iran, oil prices and government funding—there also are positive signs for the economy. Unemployment is steady. There’s an uptick in spending, especially for hotels and travel. Corporate earnings have been positive. All that points to encouraging…
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The hotel industry ended the first quarter with a record-growth period, group business is holding steady, and with top 25 markets performing well, the industry overall is healthy. The second half of 2026 is favorable with the World Cup and the 250th birthday of the U.S. still to come. ALHI’s…
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With 18 million people in the United States alone on some type of weight-loss medication or plan, and more expected now that these medications are available in a pill form, hotels and meeting planners will need to rethink menus to reduce sugar to enable meeting attendees and hotel guests to be able…
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Neen James practices what she preaches, especially when it comes to her current focus on luxury travel, solo travelers — particularly women — and the growing emphasis on wellness within the travel experience. An executive coach, strategist, keynote speaker and author, she focuses much of her work…
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Peter B’s Welcomes New Head Brewer Portola Hotel & Spa unveiled the new Peter B's, Monterey's original craft brewery, last year following a $2 million renovation. The refreshed space marks a new chapter for the beloved local hangout, with an updated look, a bold new menu and the same welcoming…
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Portola Hotel & Spa showcases a premier dining and culinary scene in Monterey Bay, California. The first and only hotel in Monterey County to become an approved Blue Zones Project hotel, Portola Hotel & Spa is committed to locally-sourced and sustainable cuisine. The hotel features two distinctive…
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