Hotel unions representing thousands of hospitality workers in New York City reached a long-term agreement with hotel operators, avoiding a strike ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup tourism surge. The contract includes major wage increases and is expected to significantly raise pay for hotel housekeepers over the life of the deal. The agreement demonstrates how hospitality workers are using large international events and tourism demand to strengthen bargaining power.
See "New York hotel workers union reaches deal to avoid strike ahead of World Cup", Edward Helmore, The Guardian, May 29, 2026