SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 20, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 20, 2025 – Garnet Hotels has announced the acquisition of the 292-room Clarion Hotel New Orleans – Airport & Conference Center from a group of local investors for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition expands Garnet's portfolio to 20 hotels nationwide, including two in the greater New Orleans area.

Hotel to Retain Choice Brand and Undergo Renovation

As the new owner, Garnet Hotels plans to maintain the current Choice brand for the property. The company has also announced that the hotel is currently undergoing a renovation, further enhancing the guest experience. Garnet Hotels is committed to a smooth transition and has retained many key employees, including the General Manager, who has a long-standing history with the property.

Smooth Transaction Facilitated by HREC

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 20, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 20, 2025 – Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Birkla Investment Group have announced plans for the Hyatt Centric Cincinnati, a 170-room hotel set to open in 2026.1 This venture, owned by Birkla Investment Group and managed by Commonwealth Hotels, represents the first Hyatt Centric property in the state of Ohio.2

A New Era for Downtown Cincinnati

The Hyatt Centric Cincinnati will be located within the historic AT580 building, a premier mixed-use facility.3 This iconic building will be transformed to incorporate the hotel, upscale restaurants, and continue to house residential spaces, marking a unique blend of historical significance and modern luxury for the city. The hotel promises to offer modern amenities focused on guest comfort and convenience, preparing visitors to explore the vibrant city of Cincinnati.4

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 20, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 20, 2025 – The global hotel construction pipeline continues its impressive growth, reaching a new all-time high project count, according to the Q4 2024 Global Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE). This surge in development signals a robust and expanding hospitality industry worldwide.

Record Project Numbers and Room Growth

The latest report reveals a remarkable 15,820 projects/2,438,189 rooms currently in the global pipeline. This represents a 4% increase in projects and a 3% increase in rooms compared to the same period last year. "The global hotel construction pipeline continues its upward trajectory, reaching a new all-time high project count with 15,820 projects/2,438,189 rooms, a 4% increase in projects and a 3% increase in rooms year-over-year (YOY)," the report states.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 19, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 19, 2025 – The Associated Press (AP) has awarded its prestigious "Best of AP – First Winner" to the team responsible for the comprehensive coverage of Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. This recognition highlights the exceptional multiplatform reporting that went beyond the playing field, capturing the magnitude of this global event.

A Collaborative Effort Across Departments

The Super Bowl is more than just a game; it's a cultural phenomenon. Recognizing this, AP assembled a diverse team of journalists from various departments, including Sports, Photo, Entertainment, Video, Business News, Lifestyles, Audience, Audio, and U.S. News. This collaborative approach ensured a comprehensive and multifaceted report, taking AP’s coverage to new heights. As one team member noted, "The scale of the Super Bowl demands a massive effort, and that's precisely what we delivered."

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 19, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 19, 2025 – Applications with generative artificial intelligence (AI) such as ChatGPT, Claude, Le Chat, or Midjourney are currently mainly used by classic computers or smartphones. A good four out of five AI users (82 percent) access AI applications with personal computers or laptops. And a good half (55 percent) use a smartphone for this purpose. This was the result of a representative Forsa survey commissioned by the TÜV Association among 1,001 people aged 16 and over. According to the survey, other devices such as smart speakers (2 percent) or smart watches (0 percent) currently play hardly any role in the use of generative AI.

Device Usage Trends in Generative AI

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 19, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 19, 2025 – Peugeot Sport proudly announces Kappa as its new official equipment supplier. This partnership unites two prominent brands with a shared vision encompassing sport, technology, design, and aesthetics.

A Partnership Between Sport, Technology, and Design

Kappa, a renowned sportswear brand, is recognized for its textile innovation, creating high-performance, comfortable, and stylish equipment. This aligns seamlessly with Peugeot Sport's dedication to pushing technological boundaries in international competitions, notably the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC).

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 19, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 19, 2025 – Aachen, February 18, 2025 – Zentis is expanding its popular breakfast jam range with the launch of its new Breakfast Zero Sugar fruit spreads in April 2025. This new product line contains no added sugar and will be available in three delicious flavors.

Market Trends and Consumer Preferences

Sugar-reduced products continue their success story and are now among the strongest growth drivers in the food market.1 Approximately two-thirds of German consumers are now consciously paying attention to the sugar content in food2, increasingly choosing products with no added sugar.

Zentis Responds to Consumer Demand

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 19, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 19, 2025 – ITB Berlin, the world's leading travel trade show, is setting new standards in sustainability and social responsibility from March 4th to 6th, 2025. With top-class panels, forward-looking offers from exhibitors from 26 countries in the "Responsible Tourism" sector, and awards for outstanding initiatives, the world's largest travel trade show demonstrates how sustainable tourism can be successfully implemented.

Commitment to a Responsible Travel Industry

As the leading trade show for the global travel industry, ITB Berlin is actively committed to social and environmental responsibility in tourism. From March 4th to 6th, it offers a central platform for the exchange of innovative ideas and sets decisive impulses to promote dialogue for more diversity and inclusion along the tourism value chain.

New Initiatives for More Sustainability

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 19, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 19, 2025 – a&o Hostels continues its European expansion with the opening of a new property in Florence, Italy. The a&o Firenze Campo di Marte offers budget-friendly accommodations coupled with modern, tech-driven amenities, marking the brand's second location in Italy and its 42nd across Europe.

Prime Location and Modern Amenities

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 19, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 19, 2025 – A new boutique hotel, the Canal House of Georgetown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is set to open its doors this month in the heart of historic Georgetown, Washington D.C. Located at 1023 31st Street NW, the hotel is just steps away from the historic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, offering guests a prime location to explore the vibrant neighborhood.

A Boutique Experience in Historic Georgetown

The Canal House of Georgetown boasts 107 guest rooms, including a selection of specialty suites, terrace rooms, and townhouses. The hotel's design emphasizes creating a social hub, featuring inviting common spaces such as a library lounge, a private courtyard, and a welcoming lobby. These spaces are designed to encourage interaction and create a sense of community among guests.

Culinary Delights and Wellness Amenities