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As part of a recent feasibility study conducted in the greater Fresno, California area, H&LA researched the market’s current development landscape to better understand the trends shaping sports, entertainment, and tourism in the region. From new professional soccer venues to expanding water parks and a growing casino resort footprint, the area is seeing a wave
Attending the World Waterpark Association’s (WWA) 46th Annual Symposium & Trade Show at the Paris Las Vegas was an energizing reminder of how dynamic and forward-thinking the waterpark industry remains. Over several days of sessions, conversations, and trade show visits, we connected with operators, developers, designers, and suppliers, all sharing ideas about how to evolve
H&LA’s Adam Zarczynski will be attending The Lodging Conference October 5–8, 2026, at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona. The Lodging Conference brings together hotel owners, developers, investors, operators, lenders, brands, and other hospitality industry professionals for discussions focused on hotel development, finance, investment, management, design, and operations. Adam
H&LA’s David J. Sangree and Stephen Szczygiel are attending the World Waterpark Association’s Annual Symposium in Las Vegas. They are presenting at the conference, sharing H&LA’s expertise in waterpark feasibility, development, and market demand. As part of WWA University: Waterpark Design, Development, and Expansion Workshop, David and Stephen will present “Methodology for Feasibility Studies for
As part of a recent feasibility study conducted in the Kalispell, Montana and Glacier National Park area, H&LA researched the market’s current development landscape to better understand the trends shaping tourism, transportation, and real estate in the region. From record-setting park visitation to major airport upgrades and new residential and retail development, the area continues
A long-awaited transformation of Cleveland’s Erieview Tower is finally underway, marking a significant new development for the city’s downtown hospitality and residential market. The $218 million project will transform the iconic tower into a mixed-use destination featuring a new W Hotel, luxury apartments, and additional commercial space. The W Hotel will be the first of
Published by: Bryan Wroten/CoStar News Published date: August 2026 NASHVILLE, Tennessee — Rate growth is the name of the game, and it is why U.S. hoteliers are seeing a rosier picture as they look to the second half of 2026. During the opening session of the 2026 Hotel Data Conference, attendees learned that CoStar and
Hotel & Leisure Advisors is pleased to share that Associates Kate Cheung and Shaan Karani will be attending the Urban Land Institute’s All-Ohio Young Leader Exchange (AOYLE) on August 20-21, 2026, here in Cleveland. AOYLE brings together emerging real estate professionals from across Ohio for two days of behind-the-scenes tours and conversations on the projects
As part of a recent feasibility study conducted in the greater Denver, Colorado area, H&LA researched the market’s current development landscape to better understand the trends shaping the region’s hospitality, meetings, and attractions sectors. Several major projects are either recently completed or currently underway, signaling continued investment and confidence in the Denver market. Denver International
Huge congratulations to our partners at ADCI on the opening of Dellshire Resort — the Wisconsin Dells’ first new-build resort in more than two decades. Featured in the latest issue of Premier Hospitality International, this 208-room medieval-themed destination is a showcase of what ADCI does best: immersive, story-driven design executed at an ambitious scale, right
Palladium Resort Development Limited Partnership has submitted plans to the City of Ottawa for a seven-storey, 236-room hotel paired with an indoor water park and family entertainment centre on Palladium Drive. The aquatic and entertainment facility is designed to anchor the site as a year-round destination, complete with slides that exit and re-enter the building.
Ten years after pulling off the RNC without a hitch, Cleveland is asking what’s next and whether the hotel math could ever add up to a Super Bowl. News 5 Cleveland’s John Kosich talked to our own David Sangree, who points out that 2026 is shaping up to be a strong year for the Cleveland
Cleveland’s new covered stadium finally checks off the weather box for a Super Bowl bid. But as many a hotel consultant might realize, that was never the hard part. In a recent piece for cleveland.com, reporter Susan Glaser digs into why NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has suggested Cleveland might need to double its hotel capacity
Since completing our recent assignment in the Las Vegas market, the pace and scale of investment across the region have continued to accelerate. Major sports facilities, entertainment districts, cultural institutions, and transportation infrastructure projects are advancing, reinforcing Las Vegas’s position as one of the world’s premier destinations for tourism, conventions, and live entertainment. Las Vegas
H&LA’s David Sangree and Anthony DiPonio were among the more than 2,200 hospitality professionals, investors, developers, and brand executives who descended on New York City for the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum — and here are their top five takeaways. Hotel Performance Is Stronger Than Previous Projections Despite early signs of weakening performance coupled with












