Small-Hotel Owners Find Creative Opportunities in Mixed Economic Environment

About one-third of U.S. hotel markets are beating 2024 goals, but most—especially those tied to government or business travel—are falling behind, a study shows.
Small-Hotel Owners Find Creative Opportunities in Mixed Economic Environment
The Sojourn Lodging hotel in Sevierville, Tenn. Gabriella Reggetti Photography
Wesley Brown
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In recent interviews with The Epoch Times, small-hotel operators expressed anxiety about the start of the vacation season now that the Memorial Day weekend has passed. However, many remain optimistic about future opportunities after the industry nearly collapsed during the pandemic.

The Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), the nation’s largest hotel owners association, recently launched a nationwide analysis, conducted in partnership with Washington-based Kalibri Labs, examining the ongoing effects of recent federal policy changes and anticipated industry challenges on the hotel and hospitality sector.

Wesley Brown
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Wesley Brown is a long-time business and public policy reporter based in Arkansas. He has written for many print and digital publications across the country.