SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 - Hyatt Studios Mobile / Tillmans Corner marks a new era in extended-stay travel

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has officially opened its first-ever Hyatt Studios property in Mobile, Alabama, ushering in a new chapter for the company’s extended-stay offerings. The launch of Hyatt Studios Mobile / Tillmans Corner follows a successful soft opening earlier this year and was commemorated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Hyatt leaders, hotel partners, and local dignitaries.

A strategic move to meet rising demand

“The grand opening of Hyatt Studios Mobile / Tillmans Corner marks an exciting milestone as we continue to expand our offerings to meet the growing demand for extended stay accommodations,” said Dan Hansen, global head of Hyatt Studios.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 - Vimal (Ricky) Patel Takes Office as Secretary of AAHOA

Election held during the 2025 AAHOA Convention & Trade Show

AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) has announced its newly elected board of directors for the 2025-26 term, naming Vimal (Ricky) Patel as the new Secretary. The announcement was made at the 2025 AAHOA Convention & Trade Show in New Orleans, an event that continues to spotlight leaders dedicated to advancing the hospitality industry.

A Legacy of Leadership and Service

Patel brings deep experience and proven results to his new role

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 - HREC Investment Advisors Facilitates Multi-Hotel Deal in Key Detroit Submarkets

HREC Investment Advisors has announced the sale of three Sonesta-branded hotel properties in Michigan, a transaction that underscores the region’s appeal to seasoned hospitality investors.
The portfolio includes the 94-room Sonesta Simply Suites Detroit – Novi, the 122-room Sonesta Select Detroit – Novi, and the 148-room Sonesta Select Detroit – Auburn Hills. All three properties were acquired by a Michigan-based hotel owner/operator.

Strategic Representation by HREC

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 - A landmark debut in late spring
Populus Hotels expands its eco-forward portfolio

Populus Hotels has announced the highly anticipated opening of Populus Seattle in late spring, unveiling Pioneer Square’s first rooftop bar and a one-of-a-kind hospitality experience rooted in sustainability and local culture. The 120-room property, a transformative adaptive reuse of the historic Westland Building, is developed by Urban Villages and managed by Aparium Hotel Group.

Preserving history, advancing sustainability
A model for responsible development

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 - Accor strengthens all-inclusive and midscale offering with strategic hotel acquisition
Global hospitality group Accor has entered into exclusive negotiations with Royal Holiday Group to acquire 17 hotel management agreements across the Americas. This move includes a total of 3,200 keys, marking a major milestone in the company’s regional expansion.

Diverse portfolio across top destinations
The acquisition comprises six existing all-inclusive resorts in Mexico—totaling 1,660 keys—that will be managed by Ennismore. An additional 11 properties, including resorts and city hotels located in Mexico, Argentina, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. (1,540 keys), will fall under the management of Accor PM&E Americas.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 - Escape Lodging Enhances Operations with Cloud-Based PMS from Stayntouch

A strategic partnership to elevate guest experience and operational efficiency

Stayntouch, a leading provider of cloud-based hotel property management systems (PMS), has announced a new partnership with Escape Lodging, a hospitality company based in Oregon known for its collection of unique and independently operated properties. The collaboration aims to streamline operations and enhance portfolio-wide management for Escape Lodging’s eight properties.

Commitment to Innovation and Guest-Centered Service

Supporting growth with modern technology

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 16, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 16, 2025 - BMW M Motorsport Celebrates a Milestone Weekend in Long Beach
BMW M Motorsport continued to dominate the qualifying rounds of the 2025 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, with a standout performance at the Long Beach street circuit. Dries Vanthoor, driving the #24 BMW M Hybrid V8, clinched his third consecutive pole position of the season, further solidifying the team’s pace supremacy. The weekend was also marked by BMW M Team RLL securing its first podium finish of the season, placing third in a highly competitive sprint race.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 16, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 16, 2025 - A Year of Learning Paves the Road to Imola

Peugeot Sport is back on Italian soil for the 2025 6 Hours of Imola, the second round of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), with renewed determination and a car that’s come a long way since its debut last year. After a challenging but insightful 2024 season, Team Peugeot TotalEnergies returns to the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari with valuable experience, stronger synergy, and clear ambitions.

“Our job now is to break into the leading group.”

Since the reengineered PEUGEOT 9X8 was introduced in April 2024, Team Peugeot TotalEnergies has steadily found its rhythm. With its distinct “Lion Pack” livery, the hypercar has scored points in six out of eight races, including a competitive showing at the season opener in Qatar.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 16, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 16, 2025 - Two iconic American brands join forces to bring the bold flavors of cookout season straight to your snack stash

As temperatures rise and backyards fill with the sounds of laughter and sizzling grills, two household favorites—Pringles® and Miller Lite—have teamed up to deliver the snack of the summer. This exciting collaboration brings together two cookout essentials in an entirely new, flavorful format with limited-edition Pringles® x Miller Lite crisps.

A match made in backyard heaven

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 16, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 16, 2025 - A New Era of Frosty: Iconic Collaboration Brings Bold Flavor to Life
Get ready, dessert lovers—Wendy’s® and Kellanova have joined forces to transform your frozen treat game with the launch of the Pop-Tarts® Strawberry Frosty Fusion™. This bold new offering blends two iconic brands into one indulgent experience, offering fans of sweet treats something truly unexpected and delicious.

A Frosty Revolution Hits Wendy’s Nationwide
Wendy’s is refreshing its beloved Frosty lineup with two exciting dessert innovations: Frosty Swirls™ and Frosty Fusions™. The brand-new Frosty Swirls™ made their national debut on April 15, bringing swirls of flavorful sauces to the classic Vanilla and Chocolate Frosty. But the real game-changer arrives on May 12, when Frosty Fusions™ make their way to Wendy’s locations nationwide.