Wyndham names new CDO, Chip Ohlsson to step down
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has named Amit Sripathi as chief development officer. Sripathi earlier served as head of M&A and strategic development at Wyndham. In his new role, he will lead the hospitality company’s North American franchise sales team…
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Genting open to casino resort development in UAE, says its chairman
SINGAPORE – Genting Group chairman Lim Kok Thay said the conglomerate is open to pursuing the development of integrated casino resorts (IR) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which is looking into legalising gambling…
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More than 1,000 hotels for sale in Portugal
According to calculations made by CASAFARI, during the first three months of 2024, there were 1,038 hotels for sale in Portugal, 31% more than the 791 in the same period of 2023.
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Bjarke Ingels’ Not A Hotel Setouchi Converges Scandinavian and Japanese Design
Architecture studio BIG and Japanese hospitality brand Not A Hotel have teamed up to design a trio of villas located on Japan’s Sagishima Island. Helmed by architects Bjarke Ingels and Leon Rost, the villas are a convergence of Japanese and…
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Kempinski Hotels Appoints Barbara Muckermann as Group Chief Executive Officer
Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group Kempinski Hotels announces today the appointment of Barbara Muckermann as Chief Executive Officer. Muckermann previously was responsible for leading Silversea Cruises (part of Royal Caribbean Group), the world’s…
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A team of UK-based engineers have developed game changing new technology that promises to revolutionize access to safe, clean drinking water for millions of people worldwide.
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Have luxury travelers finally hit a price ceiling?
After years of shrugging off soaring hotel costs, affluent travelers may finally be showing some…
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Remembering the Iconic Las Vegas Mirage Casino & Resort: Set To Close, Rebranding As Hard Rock Hotel
The Las Vegas Strip, known for its dazzling lights and casinos, is in line for a significant transformation. The iconic casino and resort, The Mirage, has been a famous landmark of the Strip since its opening in 1989. However, after three decades of…
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How to find a balance between raising prices and lowering food costs
Ray Villaman, CEO/owner of the Tahoe Restaurant Group, said operators should classify all of their menu items to adjust prices accurately.
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FLAMINGO ESTATE AND JW MARRIOTT RAISE THE BAR ON HOTEL AMENITIES
The hospitality arms race is on as properties around the globe look for bigger, bolder, more creative experiences for guests starved for something new, unexpected, and not delivered by an algorithm. JW Marriott tapped the creative genius Richard…
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Raffles London at the OWO Comes to Life
The transformation of the Grade II-listed Old War Office (OWO) in Whitehall—London’s political hub located adjacent to Buckingham Palace—into Raffles Hotels & Resorts’ first UK property was a daunting challenge…
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China hotel chain H World begins foray into Thailand
H World Group, a Chinese company operating more than 9,000 hotels at home, will develop markets in Southeast Asia with an eye toward establishing a global chain based on its proprietary platform for reservation and customer management…
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Marriott, Westin collaborate on dual-branded hotel coming to Phoenix
AC Hotel by Marriott North Phoenix at Norterra and Element by Westin North Phoenix, a new dual-branded hotel, is in development with an expected opening of late 2025.
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Spark by Hilton to make European debut in London’s Romford
Hilton is to add the first UK property under its Spark by Hilton brand…
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Wyndham adds nine all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, Panama and Jamaica
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts has unveiled a new alliance with Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts, adding nine properties across Mexico, Panama and Jamaica.
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Diversey, Thailand’s hotel housekeepers push for more sustainable practices
More environmentally friendly chemicals, new technologies and a raft of upcycling innovations are being increasingly used behind the scenes in Thailand’s hotel sector.
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Hotels across Europe remove two 'free' items from tourists' rooms amid new rules
UK tourists going on holiday to 21 European countries including Greece may notice changes to certain services and items provided in rooms.
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Minor Hotels doubles down on India, aims for 50 new openings in 10 years
Minor Hotels is gearing up to build on its presence in India and is looking to open 50 new hotels in the next 10 years. The group is bullish on the country’s potential, fueled by the keen interest from owners for its brands. Moving forward with a…
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