Driftwood recapitalizes 18 hotels
Following the $800 million recapitalization for their Space Coast portfolio, this transaction allows for some added leverage and liquidity for investors.
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Driftwood recapitalizes 18 hotels
Following the $800 million recapitalization for their Space Coast portfolio, this transaction allows for some added leverage and liquidity for investors.
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New German management platform launched
Revo Hospitality has been born, as a rebrand and repositioning of the HR Group, reflecting its recent growth as a major European hotel manager
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Left Lane knows the office-to-hotel formula
Developers often suggest converting an office to a hotel is fraught with peril and the general consensus has been opportunities are limited. They must not know developer Jon Kully, managing partner of Left Lane Capital in Brooklyn, New York, who is…
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New study: If You Spend $89 on OTA Commissions, Your Hotel's Occupancy Will Be 100%
According to research undertaken by Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration in February 2025, hotels see strong financial returns from commissions paid to the OTAs.
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Hospitality turns to baby boomers to ease staff shortage
Industry has second-highest employment growth for over-50s as it offers flexibility and social connection
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South Korean 'jail' charges guests £100 to become overnight inmates
A South Korean hotel is offering guests the exact opposite of an escape, serving up incarceration in a cell that spans just 5 square-metres.
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Israeli-backed Leonardo Hotels is growing in central Europe, supported by a series of strategic partnerships and new investments.
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China’s Tongcheng Travel to Buy Wanda Hotel Manager for USD342 Million
Tongcheng Travel Holdings, a Chinese online travel services provider, has agreed to acquire Wanda Hotel Management Hong Kong for about CNY2.5 billion (USD342 million), beefing up its hotel assets and competitiveness…
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International hospitality groups expand their presence in Greece
Greece’s leading role on the global tourism map, combined with the relatively small penetration of major foreign hotel brands compared to other developed destinations, continues to attract large foreign hotel management chains…
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Affordability is the key for Saudi hotel expansion
Al Farhan Group, a family-owned company with 16 three- to four-star hotels across Saudi Arabia, plans to open at least one hotel every year for the next several years.
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Why Hotel Tech Doesn’t Move Faster
Digital transformation in hotels isn’t stuck because hoteliers are scared of spending. In fact, hotels spend millions every decade on renovations, replacing FF&E (furniture, fixtures, equipment), and upgrading HVAC systems without blinking…
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US hotels embrace alcohol-free travel trend
As more travellers prioritise healthier lifestyle choices, hotels are adapting their offerings to include wellness-focused amenities and alcohol-free options.
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Loyalty programs prove their value: CBRE
Loyalty fees increased by 4.4% in 2024, outpacing 2.7% revenue growth, but at just $5.46 per occupied room or 1.6% of total revenues…
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4 ways hospitality HR teams are taking the lead
The hospitality industry is at a crossroads, with HR leaders playing a pivotal role in addressing workforce challenges and driving strategic transformation. From combating high turnover rates and seasonal hiring challenges to leveraging digital…
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Accor, Valor and ICD launch six-hotel cluster in Dubai Deira Waterfront
This development helps the partners to expand their Dubai presence while boosting midscale hospitality.
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Luxury Hotels Lose Their Luster in China as Buyers Hold Off Amid Economic Slowdown
Luxury hotels in China, once prized assets, are struggling to attract buyers as economic growth slows. Their steep price tags and high running costs mean than many stay on the market for a long time and those that do sell, often do so at a heavily…
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Global awards launched for hotels welcoming dogs
The Roch Dog Friendly Hotel Awards 2026 will be the first scheme of its kind to benchmark international standards in canine hospitality.
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Hospitality Financial Leadership – The Secret That Hotel Brands Don’t Know
What hotel brands don’t know is that they can create great financial bench strength in their hotels and their owners will pay 100% of the cost. Brands also don’t know that they can create this bench strength with resources that are readily…
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