An incredible natural phenomenon has got tourists sliding by their dozens into deepest Iceland.The country’s ‘ice caves’ are a sight to behold; an almost unnaturally pure blue when you’re inside them.They are formed when rain and meltwater run off glaciers. In summer, when the glacier recedes, this frozen landscape alters and new caves appear come winter.But climate change is shrinking Iceland’s … [Read more...]
Ascott adds Crest Collection quartet
The portfolio of bespoke hotels and serviced residences will debut in Singapore, China and Vietnam, as well as growing its French presence. Singapore switch First of the new batch will be The Robertson House by The Crest Collection, resulting from a conversion of the current Riverside Hotel Robertson Quay in Singapore. Slated for launch by end 2023, alongside the Singapore River, the colonial … [Read more...]
Salinas Collection
THE EXOTIC LANDSCAPES OF IBIZA INSPIRE SALINAS THE NEW COLLECTION OF TALENTI Designed by Ludovica + Roberto Palomba, the novelty from the top Italian brand bets on an ideal continuity between indoors and outdoors This sophisticated line created by the most glamorous couple in Italian design draws inspiration from the natural region of the same name in Ibiza, a location that has always exerted … [Read more...]
New Hotel Reservations Data From SiteMinder and Trip.com Group Displays Accelerating Upswing in Outbound Bookings From China
SiteMinder, which generates more than 100 million reservations annually for 35,000+ hotels across 150 countries, has seen a 37% increase in net reservations from Chinese travellers since mid-December, with booking increases accelerating by 27% between week commencing 22 January and week commencing 29 January. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Two Unforgettable 'Four Seasons Drive Experience' Itineraries Unveiled for 2023
WHY IT RATES: Thanks to Four Seasons, discerning road travel enthusiasts now have new opportunities to see some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery from behind the wheel of a luxury automobile, while also enjoying exclusive cultural and gastronomic experiences in two of the world’s most enviable destinations. — Laurie Baratti, TravelPulse Associate Writer Following the success of the … [Read more...]
Super Bowl Week SPECIAL REPORT with Chip Rogers
In this special report, LODGING Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler catches up with AHLA President and CEO Chip Rogers to discuss the issue of human trafficking as the Super Bowl approaches. Rogers emphasizes the importance of increasing awareness, employee training and a recent fund generated for survivors, all aimed at helping the industry take the lead on fighting human trafficking throughout the … [Read more...]
5 Campgrounds Worth Traveling to for Valentine's Day Getaway
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, you are likely thinking of what you and your significant other should do to celebrate. If you are looking to shake things up this year, one idea you may want to consider is camping.That’s right, camping will give you and your partner the opportunity to experience new adventures together, unplug from your busy lives, work together, explore, and maybe … [Read more...]
LodgIQ Builds on Demand for Its AI-Powered Revenue Management Platform
By supporting the revenue manager’s role with LodgIQ’s technologies, hotels can be confident they are selling the right room, to the right guest, at the right time, for the right price, via the right distribution channel, with the best cost-efficiency.2.9.2023 In December, LodgIQ, the leading AI-powered revenue management technology provider, introduced Revenue Co-Pilot, a new initiative that … [Read more...]
10 Facts About How Different Generations Interact with Guest Reviews – By Catalina Brinza
Different generations interact with guest reviews differently. TrustYou’s latest consumer research reveals how hotels and destinations can adapt their offering for younger and older travelers. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
HVS Canadian Lodging Outlook – 4th Quarter 2022
The Canadian hotel industry roared back in 2022! ADR was 10% higher than 2019 in spite of occupancy remaining 6% lower, resulting in a 3.5% RevPAR lift from pre COVID market performance. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Rodger Powell Appointed As AustralAsia/Africa/Middle East Representative for IHG Owners Association
Leading Australian hotel, hospitality and tourism specialist, Rodger Powell, has been appointed by the IHG Owners Association as the Middle East, Africa and Asia (MEAA) representative to its Global Board of Directors. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Accor Pacific Announces Changes to Operations Leadership Team
ACCOR has announced changes to its senior operations leadership team which will bring increased expertise and focus to Accor's operations across Australia, New Zealand, French Polynesia and Fiji. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Phoenix Forecasted for Second-highest Hotel RevPAR in Super Bowl History According to STR
Phoenix’s hotel revenue per available room (RevPAR) is forecasted to reach $419 for February 10-12, which would be the second-highest level for a Super Bowl weekend, according to STR. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Sonesta Select Hotel Arlington Heights, IL For Sale
CBRE is the exclusive agent in connection with the solicitation of offers to acquire the fee-simple interest in the 152-room Sonesta Select Hotel located in the Chicago Suburb of Arlington Heights, IL. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
The Junto Hotel to Open May 2023 in Columbus, Ohio
Rockbridge and Makeready announce The Junto will open May 2023 in Columbus, Ohio and is now accepting reservations. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Retro Hospitality Taps Tambourine to Reimagine the Digital Experience for Its Quirk Hotels
Retro Hospitality wanted to bring the expansion of the art and design-focused boutiques to the forefront of its digital story.2.9.2023 Virginia hospitality firm Retro Hospitality has selected Tambourine, the digital marketing company serving hotels, resorts, and tourism destinations, to re-imagine the Quirk Hotels digital experience. With the addition of a second location in Charlottesville, … [Read more...]
Q4 2022 Meeting Volume Outperforms Knowland Meeting Recovery Forecast by 8.4 Percent
2023 forecasted to achieve 10 percent organic growth compared to 2019 Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
HAMA Europe Launches the 2023 HAMA Europe Asset Management Achievement Award
This award was established to recognise the key role played by hotel asset management in sustainably growing asset value and driving underlying investment returns. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Upscale Projects in Chinas Hotel Construction Pipeline Reach New All-Time High
At the close of 2022, hotel development in China continued to move forward despite the country’s economic slowdown. This deceleration, due in part to rigorous COVID restrictions, reduced demand for exports, and a real estate decline, is expected to rebound in 2023 as more cities implement relaxed COVID guidelines and consumer spending and real estate investing increase. Source: … [Read more...]
The Top Three Chain Scales in the Asia Pacific Hotel Construction Pipeline, Excluding China, Each Hit Peak Project Counts at The…
According to the Q4 2022 Construction Pipeline Trend Report for the Asia Pacific region, excluding China, from Lodging Econometrics (LE), the region’s total construction pipeline stands at 1,903 projects/404,222 rooms, up 5% by projects and 2% by rooms year-over-year (YOY). Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]