“I didn’t know you could own a hotel” is a common response to the idea of hotel ownership. For many, it seems like an unattainable goal, reserved for the lucky or well-connected. Yet, for those willing to navigate the industry or carve...
In February 2025, European hotel performance reflects a changing landscape, driven by contrasting geographical dynamics and a gradual rebalancing of fundamentals. While stability prevails across the continent as a whole, some regions are...
Hard Rock International casinos, hotels and cafes worldwide celebrated Earth Hour 2025 on Saturday, March 22. Earth Hour is a global movement created by World Wildlife Fund that encourages countries, businesses, individuals and iconic...
Generation Z is making headlines as it replaces millennials as the youngest generation in the workforce and introduces its own perspectives and approaches to work life. According to the United States Department of Labor, Gen Z accounts...
Lindner Hotels has provided an update on its restructuring progress following its filing for insolvency in December 2024. The company remains committed to completing the process with a proposed insolvency plan by mid-2025, as it...
Today marks a significant milestone as Mandarin Oriental officially assumes management of the legendary Hôtel Lutetia, unveiling its new identity as Mandarin Oriental Lutetia, Paris. As the only Palace hotel on the Left Bank, this...
UN Tourism and the Ministry of the Economy and Innovation of Lithuania have agreed on a shared vision for tourism development in the country for the period 2025–2027. In addition to accelerating digital transformation, innovation and...
Deeping its commitment to India, Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has announced plans to expand its presence in the country by launching its luxury and upper midscale brands in key...
Through their innovative concepts and strategic growth powered by Mews, this Swiss hotel brand is reimagining the hospitality experience for modern travelers.
The hospitality industry is at a crossroads. As hotels grapple with rising operational costs and intensified competition from Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), the need to strengthen direct booking channels has never been more pressing....
There have been a lot headlines that traditional search is dead due to the rise of AI Search via the generative AI platforms ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, etc. Some experts herald the end of Google’s monopoly on search and claim that...
In a landscape as ultra-competitive as the hotel industry – one in which dynamic pricing rules and customers vote with their feet, often basing their decisions on price and perceived value for money – revenue managers’ decision-making...
Amadeus, a leading travel technology provider, has expanded its partnership with Canary Technologies, the hospitality industry’s leading guest experience platform. The new agreement will integrate Amadeus’ best-in-class service...
La Dolce Vita Orient Express, the first Italian made luxury train, makes its much-anticipated debut with a bold ambition: to reinvent the very essence of travel in motion.
Accor, a global leader in hospitality, has signed an MOU with the Indian School of Hospitality (ISH) to create a structured pathway for future hospitality leaders. This collaboration establishes a specialised Postgraduate Programme (PGP)...
The European Hotel Managers Association (EHMA) convened its 51st Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Warsaw, Poland, from March 28 to 30, 2025. The event brought together senior hospitality leaders and general managers from Europe’s top...
The hospitality industry, like much of the global economy, is facing an uncertain road ahead. From fluctuating tariffs and inflation to wavering consumer confidence and international travel slowdowns, macroeconomic forces are pressuring...
In the battle for direct bookings, hotels face intense competition from OTAs’ marketing power in the online space. In 2024, the four largest players—Expedia Group, Booking Holdings, Airbnb, and Trip.com Group—spent $17.8 billion on sales...
Meliá Hotels International has announced the addition of the Five Flowers Hotel & Spa in Formentera to its luxury brand, The Meliá Collection. This marks the first five-star property for Meliá in Formentera, expanding the brand’s unique...
Leonardo Hotels Central Europe continues to grow through strategic partnerships and significant investments in the hospitality sector. The company has focused on acquiring new properties, particularly in the lifestyle and individual...
Travelodge Group has seen positive financial results for the year 2024, with a slight increase in revenue. The group continues to focus on expanding its presence in the UK and Spain through new acquisitions and hotel openings,...
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) has been recognized as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For,” an annual list of U.S. companies with outstanding workplace cultures according to Fortune and global research and consulting firm,...
MCLEAN, Va. – Today, Hilton has been named the No. 1 Best Company to Work For in the U.S. by Great Place to Work and Fortune for the second consecutive year. The ranking represents a significant milestone for Hilton, marking its 10th...
Today, The Football Association and Hilton announce a three-year partnership, with Hilton becoming Official Hotel Partner of the England football teams. This includes Wembley Stadium and St George’s Park and will see Hilton support the...
Even if a Netherlands government plan to reduce flying at Schiphol Airport violates an Open Skies deal, taking retaliatory action could be challenging.
The coastal property will feature direct access to the beach via a private gate leading to a coastal path, a cove with fishermen's huts and a local restaurant.
Scotland's government plans to empower local councils to tax cruise ships as a way to raise money for port towns and encourage the lines to build zero-emission ships.
Now, itineraries with rail components have been expanded, focusing on other destinations across Europe, with some spending time in Istanbul, the Balkans, and even Greece.
Barcelona is no longer allowing ships to dock at its central cruise terminal, but advisors don't expect it will have a major impact on the visitor experience.
The city, known for its frequent celebrations and 'fika' social ritual, features various exhibits and sites, including the Nordiska Museet and beautiful gardens.
Citing a rise of videoconferencing, a drop in domestic business travel and a growing shift toward rail, the carrier plans to shift most of its Paris operations to Charles de Gaulle by summer 2026.
The groups will work together to develop Ireland tour itineraries for groups with an interest in the intersection of African American and Irish history and culture.
Phyllis Goldblatt says her friend and travel agent, Sharon Rockman, planned a "beautiful itinerary" for a trip with her husband -- and then worked hard to get them out.