Venice’s celebrated canals have dried up severely after weeks of abnormal winter weather conditions, making it impossible for the city’s gondolas, water taxis and other boats to navigate the iconic waterways.Rather than facing the perennial flooding that’s typical at this time of year, the ancient city faces an opposite dilemma: a prolonged period of atypically low tides causing critically low … [Read more...]
Accor reports ’22 RevPAR above pre-pandemic level
For full-year 2022, Accor reported group RevPAR for full-year 2022 was 2% higher than in 2019. In the Americas, RevPAR in full-year 2022 was 5% higher than in 2019. “Tourism recovered substantially in 2022 and our performances, up strongly in all regions, reflected that rebound,” said Sébastien Bazin, chairman/CEO, Accor. “We exceeded our financial and non-financial targets and can … [Read more...]
AHLA Promotes Kevin Carey to Senior EVP and COO
WASHINGTON—The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) promoted Kevin Carey to senior executive vice president and chief operating officer. Kevin joined AHLA in 2017. He helped with the growth and organizational expansion of the association and the AHLA Foundation. Under his leadership, AHLA’s revenues grew by nearly 50 percent. Kevin worked to increase membership and diversify non-dues … [Read more...]
IHG expands in Greater China with new openings
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) is pursuing an expansion plan in Greater China that explores popular and emerging destinations. Leveraging its global experience, deep local insights and a rich brand portfolio, the company is well-positioned to respond to increasing domestic travel demand and is ready to welcome Chinese and international travelers alike in the new era of travel, according to … [Read more...]
Hyatt Scottsdale site to undergo a US$110 million rebranding
The property will re-emerge as Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort & Spa in late 2024, with ownership group Xenia Hotels and Resorts planning to invest approximately US$110 million in the transformation. Extensive renovation The resort will undergo extensive renovations and enhancements of its 493 guestrooms; pools; food and beverage outlets; a Spa Avania and Fitness centre; and key public areas and … [Read more...]
AHLA elevates Kevin Carey to senior EVP/COO
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) has promoted Kevin Carey to senior EVP/COO. Carey joined AHLA in 2017. He is the force behind the growth and organizational expansion of the association and the AHLA Foundation. Under his leadership, AHLA’s revenues have grown by nearly 50%. He spearheads several innovative strategic partnerships and has a keen eye for orchestrating mergers with … [Read more...]
Travel chaos: Will flight delays and cancellations return this summer?
This summer is set to be the busiest travel season since 2019.For airlines and airports, passenger numbers are creeping back up close to pre-pandemic levels. Despite the cost of living crisis, Europeans are still booking breaks in the sun and many are hoping for a much smoother experience than they had in 2022.There’s a good chance, however, that the problems passengers faced last summer could … [Read more...]
IHG confirms Vignette Collection’s German entry
The group signed a franchise agreement with Odyssey Hotel Group for Alte Post Vignette Collection in Reit im Winkl, a Bavarian village. Sustainable luxury Set to open in 2026, the hotel will be developed by DAIxKo Group in a joint venture between Derichs and Konertz project development and Aixact real estate, with a lease brokered by Hotel Affairs Consulting GmbH. The luxury hotel will be designed … [Read more...]
Cheyne completes €62m loan to redevelop The Hotel Maria
Finland: Global asset manager Cheyne Capital has provided a €62 million senior loan to Samla Capital Oy to finance the redevelopment of The Hotel Maria in Helsinki. The Hotel Maria will be a five-star luxury hotel housed across four historic buildings. The loan will be used to reconfigure and refurbish the site whilst retaining the original exterior. When complete, Hotel Maria will provide … [Read more...]
AHLA Elevates Kevin Carey to Senior EVP and COO
WHY IT RATES: The industry trade group announced another major leadership change.—Donald Wood, Breaking News Senior Writer.The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) is promoting Kevin Carey to senior executive vice president and chief operating officer.Kevin joined AHLA in 2017. He is the force behind the growth and organizational expansion of the association and the AHLA Foundation. … [Read more...]
Millennium appoints new Middle East and Africa chief
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Playa Hotels & Resorts Announces Fourth-Quarter, Full-Year Results
Playa Hotels & Resorts announced financial results for the final three months and full-year 2022.The hotel and resort giant revealed that adjusted net income reached $20.6 million in the fourth quarter, an improvement from the adjusted net loss of $4.5 million in 2021.ADVERTISINGComparable net package RevPAR increased 35.6 percent versus 2021, driven by a 9.7 percentage point increase in … [Read more...]
IHG Hotels & Resorts announces new flagship boutique property in London under Hotel Indigo brand
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has announced an exciting new signing in London, UK, for its upscale boutique brand Hotel Indigo. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Radisson Hotel Group opens stunning lakeside resort in Poland’s Ostróda for leisure and conferences
Radisson Hotel Group opens its 18th hotel in Poland with its first Radisson Blu Resort in Ostróda. Radisson Blu Resort & Conference Center, Ostróda Mazury is located in a picturesque location directly on Lake Drwęca in the Masurian Lake District. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
HOLIDAY INN SINGAPORE ATRIUM APPOINTS NEW DIRECTOR OF F&B AND DIRECTOR OF SALES & MARKETING
Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium, a 512-room hotel with halal and award-winning dining options in Singapore’s Tiong Bahru district, has appointed Carina Toh as Director of Sales & Marketing and Jonathan Lim as Director of Food & Beverage. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Wyndham’s BOLD program makes groundbreaking strides
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,100 hotels in over 95 countries, has announced the rapid expansion of its groundbreaking BOLDSM by Wyndham program Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with Tawanna Property for new voco hotel in Bangkok
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announced the signing of voco Bangkok Surawong with Tawanna Property Company Limited, a leading real estate investor and developer in Thailand, represented by Chansamorn Wattanavekin , Chairman of Tawanna Property Company Limited, as the president of the ceremony. Source: … [Read more...]
Centara to make Japanese debut
Centara Grand Hotel Osaka will be a 33-storey tower that will become a new landmark when it opens in July this year. Contemporary accommodation This contemporary five-star hotel will feature 515 rooms and suites, ranging from 28-60 sq m and comprising standard, superior, deluxe, deluxe with bunk beds and suite options. Every room is being outfitted with modern décor, king or twin beds, … [Read more...]
The Monteleone project for the 5-star Leicester square hotel
The Monteleone project for W London, a 5-star London hotel Here is our project for the Hotel W London, in the Soho district. Our design mirrors to give substance to the vision of Interior Designer “Krause Architects”. The W London hotel is located in London’s West End, in the Soho district, the city’s socio-cultural landmark and a magnet for visitors of all targets. The structure is breathtaking … [Read more...]
Hawai'i Tourism Authority Releases Ma‘ema‘e Toolkit to Encourage Accurate Representation of The Hawaiian Islands
The Hawai'i Tourism Authority (HTA) has just released its newly updated Ma'ema'e Toolkit an enhanced cultural resource and destination brand management guide, which was created in partnership with the Native Hawaiian Hospitality Association (NaHHA).It’s intended to serve as a go-to guide for essential knowledge about Hawai'i, filled with the various specifications promoters need to accurately and … [Read more...]