#265: Death of The Goodtime Hotel, Good Hotel Design, Hilton & Marriott Partnering with Independents, & More | March Hot Topics with Bashar Wali

Join Steve Carran and David Millili on this month’s episode of The Modern Hotelier: Hospitality Hot Topics as we break down the biggest happenings in March for the hospitality industry. This episode features a candid conversation with Bashar Wali, CEO, founder, and one of the world’s top social media influencers, as he shares insights from his global travels and perspectives on hospitality trends, hotel design, and industry challenges.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Government Shutdown & Airport Security
• Hilton adds Yotel as First in Select by Hilton
• Design Focused Hotels
• Good-Bye to the Goodtime Hotel
• Size Does Matter

Bashar also shares his thoughts on creating hotels that inspire, deliver authentic experiences, and stand out in an increasingly copy-paste industry. Whether you’re a hotelier, traveler, or hospitality enthusiast, this episode is packed with actionable insights and lively discussion.

Watch the FULL EPISODE on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LASK2yVHBU0

Links:
Bashar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basharwali/

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