Portugal’s hotel market has a strong development pipeline, as investors see consistent growth in the country’s tourism sector. A report from agent Christie & Co details the opportunities, and the development pipeline in the country…
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Think Your Hotel Stay Was Awful? Italy Wants Proof Before You Complain
If you think your hotel stay in Italy was awful, you’re going to need proof to say so. A proposed law in Italy is setting out to change how reviews work by requiring guests to verify their stay with ID and proof of visit before they can leave…
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Why New York’s historic hotels are the hot picks for 2025
Three of Manhattan’s grandes dames are unveiling splashy reopenings that lean into the city’s 1920s heritage. Here’s where to stay this year
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New international-brand hotels in Malaga city tower block welcome their first guests
The twin openings mark the arrival on the Spanish mainland of the long-stay Staybridge Suites offer from IHG, and the debut of Hampton by Hilton in Andalucía.
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Maine company wants to create a new American hotel chain
HomeAwhile, an apartment-style hotel being built in Scarborough, could set a blueprint for modern extended-stay lodging. The group behind it was shaped by working class roots.
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Grupo Vidanta, the leader in luxury hospitality and world-class entertainment in Mexico, proudly announces the official launch of VidantaWorld, a brand-new universe of luxury vacation experiences that aims to revolutionize the global travel and…
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Hotels Will Start Selling So Much More Than Rooms
For years, hotels have treated their digital storefronts with all the imagination of a Soviet-era grocery. Guests faced dreary drop-down menus that reduced the art of hospitality to generic choices like “Economy Standard” and “1 Queen Bed Suite.”…
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LVMH Invests in French Boutique Hotel Group Les Domaines de Fontenille
Continuing its expansion into hospitality and experiences, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton has invested in Les Domaines de Fontenille, the French boutique hotel group co-founded by a former fashion executive…
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UAE hotels show why industry ratings should not end with a 5-star
Dubai: Is it time the hotel industry started thinking beyond five-star ratings?
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The Ascott take over management of Millennium and Copthorne hotels at Stamford Bridge
The Ascott Limited has announced that it has taken over the management of both the Millennium and Copthorne hotels at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea FC’s home stadium. This partnership is part of a broader sponsorship where Ascott has been named Chelsea’s…
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How hospitality companies are redefining the customer experience
Personalisation, food & beverage, and market research are fundamental to creating hospitality experiences that increase loyalty and revenue.
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Google’s Removing Elements From Hotel Search Results in EU to Comply With the DMA
Google has announced that it’s running a test which will see it remove various elements from its search results for hotel queries in Europe, which could impact hotel marketers.
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Direct franchising is proving to be a successful expansion strategy for Wyndham Hotels as it grows its presence in China.
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Expansion gathers pace at Radisson Hotel Group
The group announced the latest additions to its growing Radisson Individuals portfolio, with the openings of The View Hotel Folkestone, a member of Radisson Individuals and Stanhill Court Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals…
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Is Franchising the Key to Success in the Hotel Industry?
Franchise agreements are a common strategy in the hotel industry, offering a pathway for rapid expansion without the need for significant capital investment. Under a franchise agreement, the franchisor (the hotel brand) allows the franchisee (the…
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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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IHG builds Garner brand in Europe
In just a short time since it was launched, IHG has gained considerable traction with its Garner hotel brand, designed specifically to support conversions
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Hilton signs two Spark hotels in Austria
Hilton's Spark brand is one of the fastest growing new brands in the market, and is now growing across Europe with new signings in Germany and Austria
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