Hawaii Vacation Rentals Struggle: April Occupancy Declines, Prices Approach Hotel Stratosphere
The Hawaii Vacation Rental Performance Report for April reflects diverse challenges and various evolving trends in Hawaii travel. Despite an overall supply of vacation rentals, occupancy has dropped significantly compared to previous years, both…
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PM Hotel Group adds Staybridge Suites McLean to portfolio
US: Management company PM Hotel Group has added Staybridge Suites Tysons – McLean, in Virginia to its portfolio.
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Former Sands Resort Hotel to reopen as “Cornwall’s first coastal aparthotel”
Newquay will welcome what is being referred to as “Cornwall’s first coastal aparthotel” later this year.
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Why going green is not just good for the planet, it’s also good for hotels’ bottom line
Ireland has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and all business sectors must be cognisant of this and integrate sustainability into their strategic planning.
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Cvent announces Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels in Asia-Pacific for 2024
Cvent, an industry meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, has released its lists of the Top Meeting Destinations and Top Meeting Hotels for Asia-Pacific (APAC). These lists – which also include regional rankings for North America…
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More than 1,000 hotels for sale in Portugal
According to calculations made by CASAFARI, during the first three months of 2024, there were 1,038 hotels for sale in Portugal, 31% more than the 791 in the same period of 2023.
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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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Plans emerge for Las Vegas’ tallest resort on former waterpark site
A team of Las Vegas real estate developers is planning to build what could be the city’s tallest resort on the 27-acre site that formerly held the Wet ‘n Wild waterpark and for years was targeted for Jackie Robinson’s All Net Arena project…
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Once-troubled Florida resort has a new strategy: Go more expensive, more exclusive
The once-troubled Banyan Cay Resort & Golf in West Palm Beach, Florida, is being recast into an exclusive golf club for wealthy Palm Beach and West Palm Beach residents who want to hit the greens near their pricey coastal homes —and are willing to…
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Lucrum Capital looks to sell Killiney hotel site for S$195 million
PRIVATE equity firm Lucrum Capital has put a freehold boutique hotel under construction at Killiney Road up for sale at S$195 million.
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KSA unleashes massive hospitality expansion – and a wealth of investment opportunities
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is expected to deliver 320,000 new hotel rooms – with a development cost of US$37.8 billion – by 2030 as part of its unprecedented investment in infrastructure, tourism transformation and real estate, according to…
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Hotel vs. office: Different challenges in commercial to residential conversions
Two potential solutions to the housing shortage comes in converting underutilized spaces like hotels and office buildings. However, each conversion type faces unique challenges and should be tackled accordingly…
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Court challenge brought against hotel development planned near historic Dublin building
A High Court challenge has been brought against An Bord Pleanála's decision to grant permission for a hotel and office development close to the historic Royal Hospital Kilmainham building.
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Hospitality Technology PR Specialist Abode Worldwide Makes Three Key Hires
Abode Worldwide, a specialist public relations agency in the hospitality and living sectors, has announced three key hires as it seeks to execute its ambitious growth plan.
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Security Flaw Can Open Over 3 Million Door Locks, Mainly at Hotels
According to security researchers, the flaw can let a hacker unlock door systems from Dormakaba's Saflok brand, which is used across numerous hotel properties.
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Hotel Chain with NYC Leases Shakes Up Leadership as Lawsuits and Fines Mount
LuxUrban Hotels, an “asset-light” Miami-based hotel chain that leases buildings instead of buying them, is struggling to emerge from a flood of lawsuits accusing it of shady business practices and not paying its bills. Last month, the firm was…
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Five-Star Venice Hotel Is a Glimmer of Hope for Signa Prime Creditors
A five-star hotel in Venice might just be one of the best chances for creditors of its insolvent owner, Signa Prime Selection AG, to recoup some of their losses.
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The great hotel conversion trend
We are seeing an exciting increase in hotels enhancing shopping malls and high streets and saving empty office buildings. This in turn is helping to uplift the local community.
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