CoStar, hotels slam consumers' ‘fanciful’ room pricing lawsuit
Commercial real estate information giant CoStar and a group of high-end hotels have asked a U.S. judge to dismiss claims that they improperly shared data to keep room prices artificially high, calling the case "fanciful."…
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Wyndham names new CDO, Chip Ohlsson to step down
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has named Amit Sripathi as chief development officer. Sripathi earlier served as head of M&A and strategic development at Wyndham. In his new role, he will lead the hospitality company’s North American franchise sales team…
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Genting open to casino resort development in UAE, says its chairman
SINGAPORE – Genting Group chairman Lim Kok Thay said the conglomerate is open to pursuing the development of integrated casino resorts (IR) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which is looking into legalising gambling…
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Leading a major property developer with an eye on art and culture
This series explores topics surrounding women who began their careers in Japan following the implementation of equal opportunities employment legislation in the mid-1980s. With many now reaching the age of retirement, it is hoped their stories can…
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Kempinski Hotels Appoints Barbara Muckermann as Group Chief Executive Officer
Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group Kempinski Hotels announces today the appointment of Barbara Muckermann as Chief Executive Officer. Muckermann previously was responsible for leading Silversea Cruises (part of Royal Caribbean Group), the world’s…
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Wyndham adds nine all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, Panama and Jamaica
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts has unveiled a new alliance with Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts, adding nine properties across Mexico, Panama and Jamaica.
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Minor Hotels doubles down on India, aims for 50 new openings in 10 years
Minor Hotels is gearing up to build on its presence in India and is looking to open 50 new hotels in the next 10 years. The group is bullish on the country’s potential, fueled by the keen interest from owners for its brands. Moving forward with a…
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AI-powered in-room tablets with WiFi detection built into the platform can identify in real time just how healthy the WiFi connection is in each room.
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Independent Hotel Show switches up awards for 2024
Entries have opened for the Independent Hotel Show Awards, with two new categories being introduced for 2024. Two new categories have been introduced for this year and nominations are open now.
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How IDeAS is democratising hotel revenue management
Balancing inventory management and overbooking is crucial across the hotel industry to maximise occupancy and revenue.
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Strawberry's Hotel Portfolio expands in Finland with the addition of Helsinki's Former City Prison
It is a piece of Helsinki's history that now becomes part of hotel group Strawberry's portfolio in Finland. The well-known former city prison on Katajanokka, located by the sea right next to the Market Square and the center of Helsinki, will be the…
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Antitrust Lawsuit Targets Hotel Giants for Alleged Price Fixing with AI
A major antitrust class action lawsuit has been brought to federal court in San Francisco. The lawsuit, filed on Friday, accuses six prominent hotel operators of colluding to manipulate prices for their rooms through the use of AI-powered software…
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Serving up excellence on a plate at Seafield Arms as hotel celebrate double AA honours
THE champagne corks have been popping at the Seafield Arms Hotel in Cullen after being awarded two coveted quality ratings.
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Bruce Wardinski receives CHRIS and HOLA lifetime achievement award
Bruce Wardinski, chairman/CEO, Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V., has received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Caribbean Hotel & Resort Investment Summit (CHRIS) and Hotel Opportunities Latin America (HOLA). The award ceremony took place at the…
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First look: Luxury Cotswolds hotel reveals major spa expansion
Calcot & Spa has expanded its spa facilities with a new spa cafe, spa lounge, relaxation room and treatment space as well as unveiling a host of new treatments this April 2024.
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Hilton trials zero waste menus at four UK hotels
Hilton has introduced zero waste menus at four of its hotels in the UK, coinciding with Stop Food Waste Day.
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Bizarre: Chelsea sell club hotel to subsidiary to avoid points fine
Many were outraged when Chelsea took extreme measures to avoid breaking the profit and sustainability regulations (PSR).
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The group that owns The Grand Hotel in Llandudno and last year closed the Pontins site in Prestatyn has posted boosted profits. Britannia is often under-fire from guests and was named as the UK's worst hotel chain for the 11th consecutive year in…
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