As far-reaching as the vision of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is, the fruit of his efforts is becoming apparent. The kingdom aims to provide tourists and visitors with the royal treatment through a first-of-its-kind seven-star hotel…
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Core investors returning to Italian hotel market
Over the last couple of years value-add investors have dominated the Italian hotel market with buyers flocking to buy tired, run-down or unbranded hotels before invariably renovating and repositioning them upmarket…
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Turkey’s hotel scene ripe for international investment
The Tourism Investment Forum (TIF), organized by the Turkish Tourism Investors Association (TTYD), has become a key B2B platform for tourism investments in Türkiye. TIF 2024, themed "Destination Future Türkiye," will be held on November 26-27 at…
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Latin America’s hotel and tourism sector is gaining momentum
Lodging Econometrics’ latest report shows a thriving hospitality industry in Latin America, with 642 construction projects and 104,513 rooms underway as of Q3 2024.
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Growing synergies between hotels and casinos
Major hotel brands are establishing loyalty and distribution partnerships with casino operators. Jon Lucas, chief operating officer, Hard Rock International, explained: “Database in our world is king. It's so critical to our success and these…
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No doors, frosted glass: Why hotel bathrooms feel like peep shows
Los Angeles comedian Fahim Anwar was showering at an Austin hotel when he reached a boiling point. As water sprayed onto the floor, a shallow pool forming, he realized he could no longer stay silent about the partial door…
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Ascott Limited (Ascott), a leading lodging business unit under CapitaLand Investment (CLI), has entered a strategic 50:50 joint venture with Jin Jiang Hotels to drive the expansion of their respective apartment hotel brands in China. Announced at…
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In a digital-driven tourism landscape, young nobles are turning to short format storytelling, domestic travellers, and IPs such as music festivals to revitalise royal-owned heritage properties
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Beyond work: how hotels are redefining the office conversion
Hotels are breathing new life into underused office spaces, turning them into multifunctional hubs that revitalise city streets and provide fresh opportunities for community engagement, writes Dexter Moren…
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The Owner of This Luxe Palm Beach Hotel Wants to Sell—for $1 Million a Room
Hotels in the Palm Beach area are apparently a hot commodity. The Ben hotel, in West Palm Beach, Florida, may soon be sold for an impressive $1 million per room, Bloomberg reported recently.
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AccorInvest continues to pursue options to sell down its hotel assets, as it looks to reduce and refinance group debt.
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Asia-Pacific hotel investment growing in 2024
Asia-Pacific hotel investments will total US$12.2 billion for the full year 2024 as an influx of investment activity, a more favourable interest rate environment and generally supportive macro and microeconomic developments will positively impact…
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Why brand repositioning requires careful scrutiny
Selecting the right brand as part of a hotel repositioning can change the asset’s future in a fundamental way, but plenty of nuance remains around brand choice, delegates heard at the IHIF Asia.
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The Advantages of Owning a Small Hotel
How hands-on operations, a personalized approach, and shifting market dynamics are making boutique hotels a compelling investment.
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Andalucía is the Spanish region with the most hotel construction and investment, new data shows…
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The Trump Organization wants to open a luxury hotel in the heart of Israel
Donald Trump’s family business tried to open a luxury hotel in Jerusalem, Israel, according to a report.
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The Growing Popularity Of Luxury Branded Residences In London
From Six Senses to the Dorchester, exclusive names in the English capital are now offering five-star service for longer than just a holiday.
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Greece's Tourism Surge Attracts US Investors and Hotel Development
Greece’s tourism industry has been a bright spot over the last few years and with more and more US tourists visiting, hotel investors are showing an increased interest in the country. A recent roundtable discussion heard from different players…
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