HENDERSON PARK CREATES MANAGEMENT COMPANY
London-based PE firm Henderson Park has acquired the business and hotel management platform of Amaris Hospitality from LRC Group, London, and simultaneously launched a new dedicated hotel and asset management platform with 30 hotels called Klarent…
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Five trends that shaped real estate in 2021 - JLL
Big changes witnessed during the past year provide a sign of what’s to come
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David Kong receives inaugural Arne Sorenson Social Impact Leadership Award
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), The American Hotel & Lodging Foundation and The BHN Group have revealed that David Kong, the recently retired president/CEO of BWH Hotel Group, has been named the inaugural recipient of the Arne…
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It’s What’s Behind The QR Code That Counts
Since the beginning of the pandemic, half of all full-service restaurant operators across the country have implemented Quick Response (QR) code menus, and there has been a 750% increase in QR code downloads over the past 18 months…
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As we move towards the end of a roller coaster of a year for our industry, the ever so popular pineapple, the early symbol of hospitality, has taken a hit as we pivot around so many obstacles that go against the normal traits that come so naturally…
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The Corona virus Pandemic is far from over,” screams the most recent Deutsche Welle (DW) headline…
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Travelodge posts record third quarter results
Travelodge has reported “record Q3 results”, as the group continues to recover following the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Former Apple Leisure Group chairman expects all-inclusive boom to continue
Two decades ago, Alex Zozaya looked into his hospitality crystal ball and saw boom times for all-inclusive resorts, a prediction that proved prescient.
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Does Your Hotel Have Cyber Insurance?
Only 35 percent of hospitality businesses do even though 78 percent would benefit. Here’s what you need to know.
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IN THE BIG CHAIR - NICOLAS HUSS OF HOTELBEDS
Nicolas Huss became CEO of Hotelbeds just over six months ago, taking up the reins from chairman Joan Vila. Huss has a background in the financial and payments industry and was previously CEO of Ingenico and Visa Europe…
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Tourists break into Rome's Colosseum to drink beer
Back in the days of Ancient Rome, entering the Colosseum without a ticket would have meant you were about to be pitted against wild beasts and fellow gladiators.
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Study: Cybersecurity confidence gap in hospitality, restaurant and retail sectors
New data released from Cornell University’s Center for Hospitality Research and FreedomPay, a global leader in data-driven commerce, reveals that while nearly all (96%) surveyed retail, restaurant and hospitality stakeholders are confident in their…
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INTERVIEW: STEPHEN ALDEN, CEO, RAFFLES & ORIENT EXPRESS
Following a remarkable career spanning three decades in the hospitality industry, Stephen Alden was appointed CEO of Raffles and Orient Express in May…
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INTERVIEW: STEFAN RIER & LUKAS RUNGGER, FOUNDERS, NOA
When Stefan Rier and Lukas Rungger first met and bonded over a few beers, they didn’t realise how significant their friendship and shared design ethos would be…
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Inauguration of the Spark Hospitality Digital Center
The global Spark innovation sphere by Les Roches has grown rapidly in a year, attracting important partners…
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The difference between expense and investment
In the hotel business we need to be relevant and on top of the key issues that make our venture successful and ultimately sustainable in the long run.
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Europe reigning as top destination for 2022
The survey of 9,074 consumers across France, Germany, India, Spain, Russia, Singapore, the UAE, the UK, and the US shows the appetite to travel is high.
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Accor Launches Website Showcasing Residential Offerings
Accor has launched a new website, accor-residences.com, showcasing the group’s collection of branded residence offerings available across the Accor and Ennismore networks. Accor currently operates 70-plus branded residences around the world under 16…
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