SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 21, 2025 – Race. Ride. Relax. The spirit of NOVA Eroica is captured in these three words: a gravel event in pure Eroica style, designed to experience the magic of strade bianche on modern bikes, with a touch of competition. In just a few years, NOVA Eroica has become a benchmark for gravel and cycling enthusiasts in Italy and beyond, attracting riders drawn to the beauty of the routes, the meticulous organization, and the NOVA spirit—bringing together those who love to push the pedals and those who seek adventure, fun, and camaraderie.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 21, 2025 – Tulum's luxury travel market has just welcomed a significant addition. TROBBU Boutique Collection has announced the grand opening of TROBBU Tulum, a private villa retreat that introduces a groundbreaking all-inclusive experience – a first for the region, according to a company release.

Luxury Villas with Private Amenities

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 21, 2025 – The excitement is palpable in Bossier City, Louisiana, as the Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana officially opens its doors. This $270 million resort, a development of The Cordish Companies, marks a significant milestone as the first land-based casino in the Shreveport-Bossier market and is poised to inject substantial economic benefits into the region.

Economic Impact and Job Creation

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 21, 2025 – Henderson Park, the international private equity real estate firm, has announced the acquisition of five Novotel Suites hotels in France, partnering with French asset management company Atream. This strategic move significantly expands Henderson Park's hospitality footprint, adding 645 rooms across key locations including Paris, Lille, and Cannes.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 21, 2025 – "Looks that are one step ahead of everyone else" - that's what the new eyewear collection from auto motor und sport x Mister Spex stands for. The clear number 1 in circulation and reach of car buying magazines in the DACH region* and the innovative eyewear brand have joined forces for a long-term cooperation and are presenting the new sunglasses and prescription glasses as well as the matching cases from today.

The Collaboration

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 21, 2025 – The Associated Press (AP) today announced the launch of a new Local Investigative Reporting Program aimed at supporting and enhancing investigative journalism at the state and local levels across the United States. The program will be spearheaded by Ron Nixon, a seasoned leader in global investigations and journalist training.

A Commitment to Local News

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 21, 2025 – Hospitality management company Frontera Hotel Group, in partnership with SLTX Capital, has been selected to manage the upcoming Canopy by Hilton hotel in downtown Houston. The 140-room property will reside within the historic Scanlan Building and is slated to open in the summer of 2027.

A Historic Landmark Reimagined

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 21, 2025 – Marcus & Millichap has announced the successful sale of the 149-room Courtyard Tucson Airport in Tucson, Arizona. This significant transaction underscores the robust investor interest in strategically located hospitality assets, particularly those in thriving airport submarkets.

Strong Investor Demand in Airport Submarkets

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 21, 2025 – While the hotel industry has made strides in recovering from the pandemic, staffing shortages remain a significant challenge, according to a recent survey conducted by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Hireology. The Front Desk Feedback survey reveals that 65% of surveyed hotels are still reporting staffing shortages, despite efforts to attract and retain employees.

The Ongoing Staffing Challenge