Operators in tourism-related industries are wringing their hands over the growing no-shows of visitors. In short, as business slows, their operations could slip into the red this month or the next months without an outside boost. Promotions are expected over the next few months, when hotels are trying to fill their guestrooms. Yesterday, 16 boutique hotels covering several destinations ...

Hotel restaurants and lobby bars used to be for out-of-towners who wanted to play it safe. That has all changed, thanks to a string of trendy new boutique hotels that have quickly become destination spots for scenesters. So, if you want to show your out-of-town guests where the hot spots are, feel no shame about heading to one of these happening hotels or other hip places.

Hotel restaurants and lobby bars used to be for out-of-towners who wanted to play it safe. That has all changed, thanks to a string of trendy new boutique hotels that have quickly become destination spots for scenesters. So, if you want to show your out-of-town guests where the hot spots are, feel no shame about heading to one of these happening hotels or other hip places.