Inside Hilton’s accelerating mission to become the destination of choice in Asia
The hospitality giant ubiquitous in the US has been expanding rapidly across Asia…
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Hola! See 12-level $140m block rise. US hotel brand La Quinta debuts in Auckland
A new American hotel brand with a Spanish name, La Quinta, made its Auckland debut this week opening operations from a purpose-built 12-level 274-unit $140 million hotel, apartment and office project near the Penrose motorway…
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Red Roof’s “SHE” elevates and inspires women hospitality leaders
DALLAS — Tackling the gender divide in the hospitality industry head-on, Red Roof welcomed women hospitality professionals to the Fairmont Dallas Sept. 28-29 for a two-day intensive intended to support, inspire and educate…
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Sarova Hotels & Resorts, has expanded its footing in Kemya with a franchise acquisition of Nanyuki based Maiyan Luxury Resort in a deal whose financial details have not been disclosed…
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Dubai Party Hotel Operator Five Plans IPO in City in 2025
FIVE Holdings chairman says long-term goal is an IPO and would list in Dubai, and possibly in London too…
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An unusual Four Seasons backstory
Hotel development typically follows a straightforward business narrative: The owner, often a real estate investment group, shops for a brand that makes sense for the location and property attributes. A deal is struck, and a flag is raised…
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The Hospitality Industry Makes Strides in Sustainability
A sustainability playbook is starting to emerge, but will hospitality brands keep up? What does sustainability look like when viewed through a hospitality lens? Many hotel brands around the world are looking inward—thinking hard about who they are…
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Women, Black board members underrepresented at hotel companies: report
While representation of women and Black members on hotel industry firms’ boards of directors rose in 2022, the groups remain in the minority in most cases.
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Rhodes Honors Repeat Visitors from UK, Sweden, Poland and The Netherlands
The Municipality of Rhodes has honored a number of repeat visitors from the United Kingdom, Sweden, Poland, and the Netherlands for the continued love and support they show to the island…
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Hotel rates likely to continue upward trajectory in 2024 despite softening of leisure travel demand
Hotel rates likely will continue to rise in most locations globally during 2024 despite an expected softening of leisure travel demand, according to new forecasts from the consulting team at American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT), the…
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Sleep and mocktails: How hotels are moving to meet a new kind of customer
A surprising number of travelers inquire about a hotel's mattress before booking. In a busy world, travelers increasingly see trips as an opportunity to relax and recharge…
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Now trending at hotels: Sleep, wellness and "bleisure"
Post-pandemic travelers prioritize a good night's sleep, healthy lifestyle amenities, and "smart" rooms with lots of technology — and they're combining business with pleasure in a trend known as "bleisure," Hilton says in a new report…
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Hotel Prices in Paris Are Already Up More Than 300% Ahead of 2024 Olympic Games
Average prices for the week starting July 22 are coming in at $629 per night for a 4-star hotel, according to a Google search…
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These Are the Cities Where Hotel Prices Are Rising Fastest
Several cities are expected to see hotel prices climb by more than 15% in the next year—even as leisure travel demand starts to soften…
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National Geographic Traveller (UK) reveals the world’s best new hotels in its Hotel Awards 2023
LONDON (4 October 2023) — National Geographic Traveller (UK) has announced the winners of its annual Hotel Awards, celebrating the best new hotels across the world…
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Report forecasts higher hotel rates due to lack of competition
The report predicted Dublin hotel room rates will grow by 10% next year, almost at the same pace as hotels based in some of Europe’s most popular travel destinations including Paris and Amsterdam…
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SO/ Auckland X Superette: Are luxury brand-hotel partnerships the next era in high-end vacations?
There’s a new trend taking over the fashion world and it may change the way you vacation…
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The MICHELIN Guide Creates a Distinction for the Hotel Selection—the MICHELIN Key
In the spirit of the MICHELIN Star, the MICHELIN Key recognizes the most exceptional hotels throughout the world. The MICHELIN Guide teams have selected more than 5,000 hotels and accommodations around the world…
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