On behalf of the City of Bellevue, Nebraska, H&LA has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking qualified development partners to bring new hospitality, entertainment, restaurant, and retail projects to the Good Life District, a transformative mixed-use destination now taking shape. Anchored by the under-construction Bellevue Bay Indoor Waterpark Resort, the district has been prioritized

The theme park industry is often viewed as a reliable barometer of family spending and leisure demand. This summer, however, the numbers tell a more complicated story. According to Forbes, U.S. theme parks experienced a season that was “lackluster” overall, with fewer middle-income families making visits—but a notable uptick in spending among affluent guests helping

H&LA is proud to congratulate our client, Uphoff Ventures, on securing financing and moving forward with the development of Dellshire Resort in Wisconsin Dells. We were pleased to complete the feasibility study for this exciting project, which will bring a new level of high-end, family-focused hospitality to one of the Midwest’s premier tourist destinations.. We

On behalf of the City of Richmond, Texas, H&LA has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking qualified development partners to build a full-service hotel and convention center within the highly visible and rapidly developing River Pointe mixed-use district. Located off Interstate 69 in Fort Bend County, the site offers strong accessibility, regional connectivity, and

Despite some strong headwinds in the hotel industry, speakers at the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum painted a cautiously optimistic picture. While average daily rate (ADR) growth is trailing inflation in 2025, occupancy remains relatively steady, which signals underlying resilience in the sector. The following are some key takeaways from the conference that stood out

STR and Tourism Economics have downgraded their U.S. hotel forecast through 2026, citing weaker early 2024 performance and economic pressures. Revised projections show slower growth in ADR and RevPAR, with demand softening among cost-conscious travelers. While luxury hotels remain resilient, overall industry recovery is expected to be moderate amid high interest rates and cautious consumer

Last week, the H&LA team came together for our annual corporate retreat, which presented a great opportunity to connect, learn, and refocus with our awesome staff. This year, we were fortunate to welcome several guest speakers from the hospitality industry who brought fresh insights into hotel operations and waterpark resort design. A big thank you

Great Wolf Lodge has recently adjusted its resort fee structure, reducing or eliminating fees at some locations. This move aligns with broader industry trends toward greater pricing transparency, as consumers and lawmakers increasingly scrutinize hidden fees. Traditionally, resort fees have been a significant source of ancillary revenue for indoor waterpark resorts, covering amenities like Wi-Fi,

The debut of Great Wolf Lodge in Mashantucket marks a major expansion of Connecticut’s growing theme and water park industry. The $300 million indoor resort is expected to draw 500,000 visitors annually, adding new competition for established parks like Quassy and Lake Compounce. Despite this, local operators see the development as a positive sign of

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As momentum builds around the proposed new Cleveland Browns stadium, a recent article from ABC’s News 5 Cleveland spotlights growing pushback from the Cleveland Hotel Association. The group is pushing back against a proposed 1% hike in the county’s bed tax, a key funding source for the $2.4 billion domed stadium in Brook Park. With

On behalf of Reeves County, Texas, Hotel & Leisure Advisors invites qualified developers to submit proposals for the development of an approximately 120-room, select-service hotel in Pecos, Texas. The hotel will be adjacent to the county-developed Cyclone Ballparks and the under-development 50,000-square-foot $49 million indoor waterpark. Pecos is the largest community between Odessa and El

The 2024 International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo in Orlando, Florida had a record-breaking attendance of 41,429 attendees and 37,066 verified participants. The IAAPA Expo is the leading annual gathering for the global attractions industry. The 2024 event featured over 1,100 exhibitors, around 27,000 buyers from more than 20,000 purchasing companies, more

Published by: Katie Amrhein, WKRC Published date: October 2024 ERLANGER, Ky. (WKRC) – A new adventure park is coming to Erlanger as city leaders break ground on a project three times the size of Kings Island. The 1000-acre Eons Adventure Park is a large undertaking that spans from CVG Airport across the city of Erlanger