US Hotel Market Pulse: April 2026, Middle East tourism soars as Saudi Arabia fuels growth and more...

US Hotel Market Pulse: April 2026
Monday, 4th May 2026

US hotel performance is posting notable gains compared with 2025 levels, as travel continues to be a priority for many despite persistent inflation, the Middle Eastern conflict, and lackluster job growth >>

Middle East tourism soars as Saudi Arabia fuels growth, early twice the global rate
4 May 2026 : The WTTC revealed that the Middle East is experiencing strong Travel & Tourism growth, with the sector expanding by 5,3% in 2025, outpacing the global average of 4+% and reinforcing the region’s position as one of the world’s most dynamic travel markets >>

Hotel Solaya debuts in Scottsdale, joining JdV by Hyatt
4 May 2026 : Located just steps from Scottsdale’s most beloved dining, nightlife, and cultural landmarks, Hotel Solaya offers an immersive experience where the spirit of the desert meets contemporary creativity >>

Continued investment in aviation critical as Ethiopia’s passenger demand triples by 2044
3 May 2026 : The IATA called on the Government of Ethiopia to continue prioritizing aviation to sustain the country’s strong demand outlook for air travel >>

HIGHLIGHT ARTICLE

The Mystification of Hotel Sales
Monday, 4th May 2026

Although there are surely plenty of amazing hotel operations leaders and sales superstars to whom this article does not apply, based on my experience, my sense is that too many of today’s hotel general managers and corporate-level operational executives fall for the mystification of hotel sales >>

Google Just Put Hotel Revenue Management Under a New Level of Pressure
Last week, Google introduced individual hotel price tracking, allowing travelers to follow a property and receive alerts when prices move. Simple feature - but it fundamentally changes the feedback loop between pricing and behavior >>

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