Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), South Asia’s largest hospitality company, announced a strategic partnership with Anita Mendiratta Foundation (AMF) to provide funding for the Empower-Her Andhra Pradesh Sewing Project. The partnership aims to uplift women from over 18 villages in the state by equipping them with sewing skills to achieve sustainable...
Lighthouse’s AI game plan: Leveraging Google’s cutting-edge technology with internal expertise
Let’s start with defining what I mean by AI in this post. Since I’m an engineer, I will focus on clear definitions. I am going to talk not only about the brand new Generative AI, but about a broader range of technologies that are used to enable computers to simulate...
Destinations International Releases Industry Brief on Workforce Diversification and Retention in the Travel Industry
Destinations International (DI), the world’s leading association representing destination organizations and convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs), today issued an industry brief, “Addressing Workforce Diversification and Retention in the Travel Industry.” The brief highlights the importance of diverse talent attraction and succession planning in the industry and outlines commitments to accelerate...
Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin – Week Ending 25 October 2024
Lifestyle Hospitality Capital acquires Roomers Munich hotel from W.P. Carey
Welcome to Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr, in the Heart of Morocco’s Captivating Capital
Spectacular ocean-side property includes both newly constructed and beautifully restored historic buildings amid verdant gardens, just minutes from the city’s most prominent landmarks.
Dallas Leads Nation’s Hotel Boom: Nearly 200 Projects Set to Transform Texas Hospitality Landscape
According to the Q3 2024 U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the close of the quarter, the five markets with the largest hotel construction pipelines are led by Dallas with a record-high of 194 projects and 22,803 rooms, followed by Atlanta with a record-high 166...
AC Hotel and Residence Inn by Marriott Reston To Make January 2025 Debut in Virginia
The AC Hotel and Residence Inn by Marriott Reston (1975 Opportunity Way, Reston, VA 20190) located in the next phase of Reston Town Center, the dynamic and thriving mixed-use development in Northern Virginia, is set to open its doors in January 2025.
De Vere Horsley Estate completes million-pound refurbishment
De Vere Horsley Estate, located in East Horsley, Surrey, has today completed a £1.3million refurbishment to its reception, restaurant and 51 of its bedrooms located in Horsley Place, a distinctive contemporary hotel which sits alongside the historic mansion house, Horsley Towers in over 75 acres of grounds.
Government Action Needed to Boost Vital £32bn Visitor Economy
Strong industry-Government partnerships are key to ensuring the UK’s visitor economy continues to thrive, according to a new report by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) in partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts.
Travelers Choose Driving over Flying this Holiday Season, Opting for Reliable Methods of Travel and Familiar Destinations
Americans are trading in their sleigh rides for car rides this holiday season, as they seek comfort in familiar, flexible, and budget-friendly travel options more than ever before. New data from Motel 6 and Studio 6 reveals that over half of those traveling to celebrate winter holidays this year will...