On the Go – October 2, 2025

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General Interest

U.S. Government Is Shutdown: Here Are The Travel Impacts (Source: The Points Guy)
The federal government shut down just after midnight with no deal to keep federal funds flowing. Travelers should know that this could eventually result in some pretty severe impacts on travel, especially if a shutdown drags on for any great length of time.

Hotels

Radisson To Convert 100 Hotels To Net Zero By 2030 (Source: Skift)
Radisson Hotels has set an ambitious goal to convert 100 hotels to verified net-zero status by 2030, following successful pilots in Manchester, England, and Oslo, Norway. The company is prioritizing European locations for its next phase, where climate awareness and access to renewable energy are more advanced. Achieving this target involves collaboration with hotel owners to secure financing for the necessary upgrades.

Series By Marriott Brand Launches In US With 5 Conversions (Source: Hotel Management Online)
Marriott International is introducing its Series by Marriott brand in the US through a partnership with Hawkins Way Capital. The brand, which launched in May, targets the midscale and upscale lodging segments and aims to expand Marriott’s portfolio with more regionally distinctive properties. Five properties in Miami, Chicago, San Francisco, San Diego and Santa Monica, Calif., are slated to be converted to Series by Marriott, marking the brand’s official US debut.

IHG Plans US Expansion Of Ruby Hotels After Acquisition (Source: Hotels Magazine)
IHG Hotels & Resorts has made Ruby Hotels available for franchise development in the US after buying the German brand for more than $300 million. The “urban-micro” brand, which features smaller rooms and design-led spaces, is expected to open up to 10 more properties by 2027, including in major US cities, as part of IHG’s plan to grow the brand to over 120 hotels globally in the next decade.

Ground Transportation

Enterprise Mobility To Expand To Taiwan (Source: Business Travel News)
Enterprise Mobility, through a partnership with Ho Ing Mobility Service Co., will bring franchise locations of its Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental and Alamo brands to Taiwan, Enterprise announced Wednesday.

Leisure Travel

The 10 Favorite College Town Hotels to Book This Fall, Including Points Properties (Source: The Points Guy)
There’s something extremely nostalgic about visiting a college town after Labor Day. Even on a warm day, there’s a crispness in the air. Fall is on its way as campuses hum with activity and fans cheer on their favorite college teams at packed stadiums.

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