Travel and tourism accounted for around 12% of the country’s GDP in 2023, supporting one in ten jobs in Turkey. The country is on target for visitor numbers to meet and even beat its record achieved in 2019, of welcoming 51m inbound tourists. Ten more sites for Hilton Hilton, for example, has just revealed it hs signed ten more hotels around the country. In December 2024, IHG signed another … [Read more...]

The Irish family-owned luxury hotel group announced the appointment of the former Kempinski executive to the role in early December.  In his new role, Mr Sentuerk will oversee the strategic direction of The Doyle Collection, which operates a portfolio of hotels in Dublin, London, Washington D.C, Cork and Bristol.  Mr Sentuerk brings over 30 years of executive leadership experience … [Read more...]

With a partnership spanning over 15 years, Life Fitness approached the recent equipment upgrade with a focus on guest-centric wellness solutions. The Life Fitness team managed the entire process, from removing over 30 outdated machines to installing new, cutting-edge equipment. Coordination with Hyatt staff ensured a flawless installation, with walk-throughs covering every … [Read more...]

The additions, in Florence, Rome and a first Portuguese property in Porto, take the group to 21 locations, in 19 cities. A pioneer in creating mixed developments, The Social Hub looks to create projects that typically combine a hotel element, student accommodation and co-working space, within one large property development. This combination helps deliver schemes that can rework disused … [Read more...]

The conveniently located hotel, which will have 95 rooms, will be the brand’s new showcase property, and is at 3-5 Charing Cross Road. As usual, it will be offering the affordable, compact luxury style that Z Hotels has built its reputation on. Guests will note the smart ground floor reception, while during their stay they will also benefit from state of the art building systems and new low carbon … [Read more...]

Türkiye tapped as next European destination The Union Han, Istanbul Karaköy, will be the brand’s first venture into Türkiye. Once it opens in the second half of 2025, the converted property, owned by Cortex Turizm, will become the 16th IHG hotel in the city. Vignette Collection, Union Han, Istanbul Karaköy continues IHG’s growth momentum across Türkiye, taking the total of opened and signed … [Read more...]

An overview of outdoor sofas signed TALENTI In anticipation of autumn, the moments to spend outdoor become more and more precious. With the Tressé, Allure, Casilda, Leaf and Venice collections, Talenti Outdoor Living offers five outdoor sofas... to enjoy your time in total comfort and relaxation... Source: tophotel.news … [Read more...]

Spanish hospitality group Bluesea Hotels has set the scene for further growth, after attracting a new investment partner to take its business to the next level. Swiss investment group Partners has opted to invest in Bluesea, acquiring a majority stake in the business and its 25 hotels, on behalf of clients. Partners will work alongside mid-market private equity firm Portobello Capital, which … [Read more...]

An extensive portfolio expands The two hotels, branded by Hilton as Lagos Marina Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Lagos, are being developed by Mercan Properties Group and will join Broadway Malyan’s extensive hospitality portfolio in Portugal and beyond. The properties are being developed on adjacent plots, both of which had urban planning, architecture, interior … [Read more...]

Zedwell Hotels has revealed the acquisition of another office building, for conversion to create a new hotel in the City of London – the financial district of the UK capital. Zedwell, a brand backed by real estate investor Criterion Capital, will convert a listed building at One Princes Street into its economy hotel format, featuring its cocoon style rooms. The innovative hospitality format … [Read more...]

A return to Montigo Dalip Singh has been announced as the Chief Executive Officer of Montigo Resorts, where he will be spearheading the brand’s strategic growth.  Mr Singh brings his extensive experience in global hospitality to lead the brand’s ambitious global expansion strategy and oversee new hotels.  This includes Ellen Kensington and Montigo Resorts, Somerset at Charlton … [Read more...]

Victoria Falls location The Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Victoria Falls Hotel will be in Zimbabwe and will complement The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara. This gives Minor a foothold on both sides of the Zambezi River.  The hotel is located in a picturesque conservation area just a 15-minute drive from Victoria Falls and will be an intimate 16-key … [Read more...]

The two hotels will be located in Dublin and London, and both are due to open in Summer 2025. Dublin outpost in a central spot The Dublin hotel is a 245-room, four-star project which will sit across St. Patrick’s Park and Cathedral. The conversion project will preserve the striking brutalist facade designed by legendary Irish architect Sam Stephenson, and will feature a dedicated art … [Read more...]

A Norwegian first The conversion project will be located in Oslo’s government quarter. A joint venture between AB Invest and Møller Eiendom, The Hoxton Oslo is at the heart of a new project to revitalise the city centre.  The 144-room project is due to open in the first quarter of 2027.  Across the street, Møller Eiendom is revitalising the historic public library building into … [Read more...]

The cold season is the perfect opportunity to transform your bathroom into a cozy oasis. With high-quality products from Duravit, you can enjoy a luxurious wellness and spa experience right at home. Let our tips inspire you to create your personal relaxation haven. Freestanding Bathtubs by DuravitThe bathtub is a key element in every bathroom and choosing the right sophisticated … [Read more...]

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has unveiled a plan to double in scale in just six years, with its new Accelerate 2030 strategy. Under the plan, the group expects to expands its hotel brands and launch into new segments of the hospitality landscape. It will continue to delight guests by building on its legacy of service excellence. Financially, it has committed to industry-leading margins and … [Read more...]

Palladium Hotel Group has launched a new luxury sub-brand to its portfolio, named Grand Palladium Select Collection. The group has revealed its first hotel under the brand will open in Costa Mujeres, Mexico in January 2025.  The rebranded Grand Palladium Select Costa Mujeres will then be joined by a second property in Ibiza during the summer season. A third property, Grand Palladium Select … [Read more...]

With the relaunch of its website, WMF Professional Coffee Machines is taking the digital customer journey to a whole new level. Through a unique visual brand experience, target-group specific industry pages and informative success stories, visitors can actively experience the versatility of WMF coffee machines. Customers are supported on their digital journey by numerous intelligent AI features, … [Read more...]

Set to open in late 2027, this exceptional property showcases Accor’s commitment to Egypt, further cementing the brand’s position as a luxury industry leader within the region. A new frontier for luxury hotels The new Sofitel Legend Pyramids Giza will become the eighth Sofitel Legend hotel, a brand which is part of Sofitel, one of Accor’s signature brands.  Sofitel Legend Pyramids … [Read more...]

A Sin City icon The hotel is owned and managed by Dreamscape Companies, and first opened in 1990. Dreamscape took over the hotel’s management in October 2023, following its purchase of the property in 2019. Rio Hotel & Casino features a Rio Carnival theme throughout the property. The hotel’s two-phase renovation began in August 2023. This phase included a full redesign and modernisation … [Read more...]