📢 The hotel investment world is buzzing with cautious optimism—but what does that really mean for deals, transactions, and the future of hospitality? I've still got more from ALIS, and for today I chatted with Adam Suleman of Equinox Hospitality and Equinox Hotels to break it all down!

🔹 The Investment Climate: With inflation cooling and market stability improving, is it finally time for sidelined capital to flow?

🔹 Deals on the Horizon: Why properties that have been sitting idle may soon hit the market.

🔹 The Big Pivot: How investors navigate rapid changes and decide when to go all in.

🔹 The Waiting Game: Why money is always "on the sidelines" and what finally pushes it into play.

🎧 Don't miss this conversation if you're in hospitality, investment, or just love the business of hotels!

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🚀 AI isn't replacing hospitality — it's enhancing it! In this episode of No Vacancy Live, Susan Graves (CEO, Experience Alive) discuss how AI and machine learning are reshaping hotel operations while keeping the human in hospitality. 💡 Key Takeaways: AI as a Companion, Not a Replacement – Let tech handle the repetitive tasks so humans can create extraordinary guest experiences. Conversational AI is Here – No more outdated phone menus! AI-driven customer service means guests get instant answers. Solving the Labor Shortage – AI-powered hiring solutions helped one hotel process 320,000 applications in 90 days! How AI Can Increase Revenue – Stop losing sales due to missed calls and inefficient guest interactions. The Future of Hospitality – AI-driven automation, robotics, and smarter operations mean better experiences for guests and employees. 🎯 Want to future-proof your hotel? Tune in for insider insights and real-world solutions! 📢 Don't forget to: 👍 Like this video 💬 Comment your thoughts 🔔 Subscribe for more hospitality insights!

Yup, we still have more coverage from ALIS 2025. Today, I'm speaking with Brian Hughes of Twenty Four Seven Hotels and we're breaking down the state of hotel transactions, management shifts, and what's really happening behind the scenes in hospitality investment.

🔹 What's the mood in the industry? Is optimism peeking through, or is everyone just waiting for a breakthrough moment? 🔹 Hotel deals are tough right now – but what factors are finally working in our favor? 🔹 How hotel transactions create big opportunities for management companies like Twenty Four Seven Hotels. 🔹 The art of hotel takeovers – from navigating renovations to boosting ADR with a fresh new product. 🔹 2025's "Secret Sauce" – why industry insiders believe this is the year for transaction growth.

🔥 If you're in the hotel business (or just love industry insider talk), this is an episode you don't want to miss!

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Welcome to another unfiltered, unhinged, and undeniably hilarious episode of Friday Night Audit! This time, we're tackling the most important issues of the day, like:

• Super Bowl Hype or Snooze Fest? 🏈 Is this year's big game the least exciting ever, or is Glenn just salty about it?
• Party Food Smackdown! 🍗 Who's bringing the best game-day snacks, and who's just showing up with sad chips?
• Snowpocalypse Survival Guide! ❄️ Heated debates over the sacred (or illegal?) act of saving a dug-out parking spot with lawn furniture.
• The True Cost of Being a Fan! 💰 Why are ticket prices insanely high, and who's actually paying 10K for nosebleeds?!
• Pet Rats and Strange Investments! 🐀 Craig might be questioning everything after learning about Ed's unusual choice in pets.
• Hot Tub Halftime?! 🛁 One viewer's Super Bowl setup raises important questions about game-watching comfort.

💥 This episode is chaos in the best way possible. Whether you're here for the laughs, the debates, or just to make sure Glenn doesn't break another microphone, you're in the right place. Grab a drink, hit play, and enjoy the madness!

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Tiffany Cooper, Head of Development for the Americas at Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, joined us at ALIS 2025 to share her journey, the brand's expansion plans, and the exciting future of luxury hospitality. If you've ever wondered what goes into developing ultra-luxury hotels, this episode is packed with insights!

🔹 Tiffany's journey with Mandarin Oriental – From a dream at 23 to leading development in the Americas

🔹 Where Mandarin Oriental is expanding next – Ambitious and achievable growth plans

🔹 The evolving luxury hotel market – Why demand is stronger than ever

🔹 Branded residential boom – How high-end residences are shaping hotel investments

🔹 The challenge of financing luxury projects – Creative solutions to make it work

📍 Recorded at ALIS 2025 in Los Angeles

👀 Don't miss this deep dive into the world of luxury hospitality development!

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💡 How can hotels boost profits in 2025? Aperture Hotels' CEO Charles Oswald joined Glenn during ALIS 2025 to break it all down. From securing management contracts to finding hidden revenue streams, this conversation is packed with real insights hotel owners and operators can use today. 📌 Key Takeaways: 📉 Hotel transactions are slow, but asset managers are laser-focused on bottom-line results. What does this mean for management companies? 🔑 Aperture's secret sauce: Big experience, small package—how their fresh approach is winning over owners. 💰 The biggest profit opportunity in 2025? Total RevPAR. If you're only chasing RevPAR, you're leaving money on the table. 🏨 Maximizing select-service hotel revenue: From strategic partnerships to smart risk management, every dollar counts. 🔥 A real-world case study: How a simple switch saved one hotel $70,000 in insurance costs. 🚀 Don't miss these expert insights that could transform your hotel's bottom line. 📢 Special thanks to Unifocus for supporting this episode—check them out at Unifocus.com! 👍 Like, share, and subscribe for more game-changing hospitality insights. 🎥 Watch now and subscribe for more insider hospitality content!

What happens when Glenn Haussman and Anthony Melchiorri go off-script with no guests? A raw, unfiltered conversation about the biggest trends in hospitality, from high-stakes investments to industry predictions you won't hear anywhere else.

🚨 Inside this episode:

• ❄️ The brutal cold snap: Why even seasoned travelers are feeling it
• 🏨 ALIS Conference breakdown: What REALLY goes down behind closed doors
• 💰 Hotel investments in 2024: Who's bullish, who's nervous?
• 🏗️ New builds vs. conversions: What's driving hotel development?
• 🏨 Hilton's aggressive brand expansion—smart move or brand overload?
• 🏁 The high-speed train from LA to Vegas—is it finally happening?
• 💼 The work-from-home debate: Should office attendance be mandatory?
• 💵 Tipping culture: Billionaires who leave $0 and why tipping feels out of control
• 📉 Weekend pay surges: Should hotel workers get more for working Saturdays?

💡 Glenn and Anthony also dive into the future of AI in hospitality, wild industry predictions, and a serious (or not?) discussion about Anthony getting a hair transplant.

📺 Watch, laugh, and get the inside scoop from the pros who know.

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Glamping? Independent hotel booms? The next generation ditching mobile phones?! 🤯 Brad LeBlanc, Chief Development Officer of Best Western Hotels & Resorts, joins Glenn live-ish (that means recorded) from ALIS 2025 to talk about the MAJOR shifts happening in hospitality. 🔹 The Next Big Thing in Hotels? → Outdoor hospitality is exploding! Best Western's new Wildflower Resort at Zion is just the beginning. 🔹 Why the "Locked Up" National Park Market Isn't So Locked → There's space for more players, and Best Western is jumping in. 🔹 Building a Brand Family → From economy stays to upscale experiences, Best Western is creating a diverse hospitality portfolio. 🔹 The Independent Hotel Takeover → Soft brands and unique stays are the future—Brad predicts an explosion of independent hotels in the next decade. 🔹 Future-Proofing Hotels → What happens when Gen Z and Alpha gets tired of using their parents' tech? How hospitality will evolve for the next generation. Brad's been in the business long enough to see trends come and go—now he's calling the next BIG moves in hotels. Don't miss this insightful (and fun) conversation! 📢 Special thanks to Unifocus for supporting this episode—check them out at Unifocus.com! 👍 Like, share, and subscribe for more game-changing hospitality insights. hashtag#HospitalityTrends hashtag#BestWestern hashtag#Glamping hashtag#HotelDevelopment hashtag#HotelIndustry hashtag#IndependentHotels hashtag#HospitalityInnovation hashtag#TravelFuture hashtag#BusinessTravel

🏝️ Ever wonder what makes a luxury resort unforgettable? In this episode, we sit down with Nikheel Advani, co-founder and COO of Grace Bay Resorts, to uncover the secrets behind creating world-class guest experiences in Turks and Caicos and beyond. But this isn't your typical business pitch, this is a deep dive into passion-driven leadership, the power of hospitality, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

🔥 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 🌍 From Dishwasher to Luxury Hotelier – How Nikheel's journey shaped his leadership philosophy.
• 🔥 Passion as a Superpower – Why true success in hospitality (or any industry) starts with passion.
• 🏖️ The Grace Bay Experience – What makes guests return to these stunning resorts year after year?
• 🚀 The Future of Luxury – How the evolving role of GMs and asset managers is changing hospitality.
• 🏆 Lessons from the World's Best – Insights from mentors at Ritz-Carlton, Raffles, and beyond.
• 🤝 Building a Team that Thrives – Why emotional intelligence and leadership go hand in hand.
• 💡 Excellence in Every Detail – From the perfect towel size to world-class wine selections, how small touches make a big impact.

🎧 Why You Should Listen:

This is more than a hospitality conversation—it's a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and human connection. Whether you're in the hotel industry or just love hearing from passionate, driven leaders, this episode is packed with takeaways that will change how you think about business and life.

👉 Watch now and get inspired to bring excellence into everything you do!

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I'm with Mark Hope of Coast Hotels during ALIS to discuss the company's strategic expansion plans, market insights, and the economic factors shaping the hotel industry today. 🔹 Key Takeaways:

✔️ West Coast Growth Strategy – Why Coast Hotels is focusing on major U.S. West Coast cities like Seattle, LA, and San Francisco. ✔️ Economic Factors at Play – How the Canadian dollar and Japanese yen impact expansion decisions. ✔️ Profitability in a Challenging Market – The importance of rate increases when occupancy levels are maxed out. ✔️ Hub-and-Spoke Approach – How Coast Hotels is leveraging franchise locations to strengthen its network. ✔️ Hotel Industry Trends – Insights into rising operating costs and consumer spending shifts. 💡 Want to stay ahead of hospitality trends? Hit that subscribe button and don't miss our ALIS 2025 coverage! 🔗 Sponsored by Unifocus – Technology that drives value. Check them out at unifocus.com. hashtag#Hospitality hashtag#HotelIndustry hashtag#ALIS2025 hashtag#CoastHotels hashtag#HotelGrowth hashtag#BusinessExpansion