LAS VEGAS—Wynn Resorts has once again been recognized on FORTUNE Magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies list for 2025, reaffirming its position as the highest-ranked gaming resort company. In addition to being the best-ranked casino within the Hotel, Casinos, Resorts category, the company also scored well in the Quality of Products/Services category. “To be recognized on this prestigious list for the seventeenth year in a row is an incredible honor,” said Craig S. Billings, CEO of Wynn Resorts. “This recognition is a direct result of our dedicated team members who create extraordinary experiences for guests every day.” The company maintains a global reputation for exceptional service. From personally...

KOHALA COAST, HAWAII—Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, an Autograph Collection property on Hawaii’s Kohala Coast, has completed the first phase of its $200 million renovation and unveiled its on-property garden, created to redefine coastal dining with a transformative culinary experience. By blending the island’s abundant variety of fresh local vegetables, herbs, and fruit with innovative culinary techniques at Manta restaurant, the newly reinvigorated oceanfront venue introduces a new concept: a hyper-farm-to-table menu sourced directly from the resort’s “Ulu Garden.” This results in bold interpretations of classic Hawaiian cuisine. Nestled within the resort, the Ulu Garden is a testament to Mauna Kea Beach Hotel’s commitment to...

LOS ANGELES—With the wildfires and their aftermath continuing to impact communities across California, the hotel industry joined together at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) to provide critical relief to those affected. The Los Angeles hotel, travel, and tourism industries, which employ over 540,000 Angelenos and generate billions in economic activity, have been severely impacted by the wildfires. Thousands of hotel reservations have been canceled, affecting local businesses and city tax revenue that will be vital for rebuilding efforts. However, the industry remains committed to supporting the city’s recovery while reminding travelers: Los Angeles is open for business. Key highlights of the...

ORLANDO, FLA.—The Westgate Foundation, the philanthropic charity of Westgate Resorts, announced that it has donated $1 million in grants to benefit 59 community-focused organizations across the United States. In addition, the foundation also made a $500,000 contribution to the company’s Team Member Crisis Fund, offering financial support to Team Members who encounter unforeseen circumstances in their personal lives. “Creating lasting change for families, veterans, our incredible Team Members and individuals transitioning into or back into the workforce remain the Westgate Foundation’s top priority,” said Jill Bosley, Vice President of the Westgate Foundation & Community Affairs. “The 59 charitable groups we have the honor of supporting represent best-in-class...

HELSINKI, FINLAND—Earlier this month, Helsinki was granted the Green Destinations GSTC certificate, which is one more step towards its goal of becoming the world’s most sustainable travel destination. Helsinki is the first city with over half a million residents to receive this certificate. Helsinki receives the Green Destinations GSTC certificate, which meets the strictest criteria of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) for a sustainable travel destination. Achieving it essentially requires full compliance with the criteria. There are over 280 items in the GSTC criteria that cover all areas of sustainability. The criteria examine operations from the perspectives of environmental, cultural, social and economic sustainability and sustainable...

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIF.—AHLA Foundation raised more than $1,000,000 at its annual Night of a Thousand Stars fundraising gala, bringing together more than 400 industry leaders at the Beverly Hilton to celebrate excellence in hospitality. Proceeds of the gala will support workforce development initiatives for hotel industry employees. The event took on special significance this year as the industry demonstrated its commitment to the recovery and resilience of Los Angeles in the wake of recent wildfires with donations to the Red Cross and LA Fire Department Foundation. AHLA and the AHLA Foundation pledged $10,000 to support disaster relief efforts and will...

INTERNATIONAL REPORT—The global wellness tourism sector has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping the hospitality industry and addressing the growing demand for experiences that enhance well-being. As traditional tourism merges with health-centered activities, industry professionals must adapt to current trends and adopt innovative strategies to stay ahead in this evolving marketplace. Wellness tourism is centered on traveling to improve or maintain personal well-being. In a time when travel often comes with stress and unhealthy habits, wellness tourism offers a counteracting solution, transforming trips into opportunities to support and enhance overall health. This burgeoning sector of the wellness industry is projected to...

MADEIRA, PORTUGAL—Savoy Signature has transformed five thousand square meters of land in the west of Madeira into cultivated areas, where various vegetables and aromatic herbs are now grown for use in the restaurants of its hotel units. This is just one of the initiatives that form part of the brand’s sustainability project. Under the slogan “Hosting the Future Together”, which has just been launched as a reinforcement of this commitment, the hotel collection promotes various actions that benefit not only guests and employees but also the local community and Madeira’s natural heritage. Sílvia Dias, Head of Marketing and Sustainability at Savoy Signature,...

ORLANDO, FLA.—Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation announced it has once again been named to Fortune’s list of World’s Most Admired Companies, ranking among companies with the strongest reputations across industries. To be considered for the list, Fortune surveys executive leaders in each industry to rate peer enterprises on nine criteria from investment value and quality of management and products to corporate responsibility and ability to attract talent. “The hard work and dedication of our global teams along with our commitment to innovation, excellence, and corporate responsibility continues to drive our success and solidify our position as a leader in the hospitality industry,”...

VISTA, CALIF.—The plumbing industry is set for a significant technological transformation in 2025, reshaping facility management, cleaning, and maintenance, according to Klaus Reichardt, CEO and founder of Waterless Co., Inc. He attributes this transformation to advancements in artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), robots, and enhanced water efficiency technologies. Among the key trends he foresees are the following: 1. Remote Monitoring: New smartphone apps will provide real-time data on building water pressure, flow, temperature, leak detection, and enable water shutoffs. This enables managers to be more proactive in water management 24/7, preventing costly water damage, eliminating emergency cleanups, and improving water...