Iconic Chef, Bold Expansions, and New Leadership: What’s Next in Luxury Hospitality

As the boutique hospitality industry continues to evolve, staying informed is critical for executives navigating new opportunities. At BLLA, we bring you the latest stories each week in our BOUTIQUE WEEKLY newsletter, designed specifically for boutique hotel executives seeking a competitive edge. Subscribe here! Jean-Georges Vongerichten Expands Culinary Influence to Miami Residences by New York […]

Boutique Leadership Defined: BLLA’s 2025 Board of Advisors

A distinguished group of hospitality leaders and innovators guiding BLLA’s mission to empower the boutique lifestyle movement in 2025. The Boutique & Luxury Lodging Association (BLLA) is delighted to announce its 2025 Board of Advisors, a distinguished assembly of leaders and innovators from the boutique hospitality industry. This esteemed group will guide BLLA’s mission to […]

Transforming Luxury: Top Trends in Boutique Hospitality You Need to Know

As the boutique hospitality industry continues to evolve, staying informed is critical for executives navigating new opportunities. At BLLA, we bring you the latest stories each week in our BOUTIQUE WEEKLY newsletter, designed specifically for boutique hotel executives seeking a competitive edge. Subscribe here! Here’s a glimpse of what we’re covering in this week’s edition: […]

Boutique Hospitality Insights: NYC Hotel Rates Soar, Shifting Tipping Trends, and Investment Optimism for 2025

As the boutique hospitality industry continues to evolve, staying informed is critical for executives navigating new opportunities. At BLLA, we bring you the latest stories each week in our BOUTIQUE WEEKLY newsletter, designed specifically for boutique hotel executives seeking a competitive edge. Here’s a glimpse of what we’re covering in this week’s edition: “New York […]

Redefining Luxury and Sustainability: Insights from John Roberts, President & CEO of Empyrean INTL

As luxury hospitality evolves, guest expectations are shifting toward a deeper appreciation for sustainable practices and thoughtful details that elevate the experience. John Roberts, President and CEO of Empyrean INTL, shares how the company navigates these trends, offering insights that resonate with hoteliers aiming to enhance their guests’ stay through luxury linens that balance opulence […]

Boutique Hospitality Highlights: Revival, Reinvention, and Resilience

As the boutique hospitality industry continues to evolve, staying informed is critical for executives navigating new opportunities. At BLLA, we bring you the latest stories each week in our BOUTIQUE WEEKLY newsletter, designed specifically for boutique hotel executives seeking a competitive edge. Subscribe here! Here’s a glimpse of what we’re covering in this week’s edition: […]

Elegant Hotel Collection marks first year with ‘A Global Movement’ campaign

The luxury soft brand celebrates first year by inviting independent hotels to join its global community London, UK – 12 November 2024: Elegant Hotel Collection – the pioneering luxury soft brand providing global sales, marketing and revenue opportunities to independent luxury hotels – marks its first anniversary with the launch of ‘A Global Movement’ campaign.  The […]

CIIC PR Named Top 10 Agency by Travel Weekly in the Magellan Awards 2024

BLLA Vendor Partner, CIIC PR has been recognized as one of the “Top 10 Agencies” in Travel Weekly’s 2024 Magellan Awards, celebrating its excellence in travel and hospitality public relations and marketing. New York, NY (November 5, 2024) – CIIC PR announced today its recognition as one of the “Top 10 Agencies” in Travel Weekly’s 2024 Magellan […]

Inside Boutique Hospitality: The Future of Distribution, Personalized Guest Experiences, and Reviving Historic Properties

As the boutique hospitality industry continues to evolve, staying informed is critical for executives navigating new opportunities. At BLLA, we bring you the latest stories each week in our BOUTIQUE WEEKLY newsletter, designed specifically for boutique hotel executives seeking a competitive edge. Subscribe here! Here’s a glimpse of what we’re covering in this week’s edition: […]