After a stable fiscal-year 2026, the recently published fiscal-year 2027 per-diem rates indicate a return to measured growth, with the standard continental United States (CONUS) lodging allowance increasing by $3 per night. This article explores how long-term trends continue to reveal significant differences among U.S. lodging markets, particularly in major gateway cities and resort destinations.

Over the past decade, Telluride has gained popularity as a secluded resort destination during both the summer and winter months. As a result, the luxury-resort segment is expanding in this market.

Colorado’s ski resorts draw millions of annual visitors. The lodging industry throughout the Colorado mountains comprises hotels and privately rented rooms and condos. How could a shift in this balance affect hotel performance in the years ahead?