On November 22nd, IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) launched its new exquisite lifestyle brand, Atwell Suites, in Greater China. Using “new territorial home” as the core design concept, Atwell Suites is dedicated to offering a high-quality experience for young guests seeking an exquisite lifestyle, and creating a living space with...
Competition vs Cooperation: What Are the Downsides of Banking Regulation?
In this article, we discuss moral hazard and regulatory measures, such as capital requirements, to stave off a banking crisis. We then introduce a model we have developed where we analyze the trade-off between competition to attract depositors and cooperation to enhance liquidity. We evaluate different policy tools with the...
Radisson Hotel Group seals dual signing of Radisson & Radisson Blu resorts in Phuket
Radisson Hotel Group announces an important new dual signing in Phuket that will introduce Radisson and Radisson Blu branded resorts to Layan Beach, a beautiful stretch of sand on this idyllic island’s sunset coast. The launch of Radisson Resort Layan Phuket and Radisson Blu Resort, Layan Phuket will introduce a...
HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter – Week Ending 22 November 2024
Vision Hotels Acquires Beachcomber Island Resort in Fiji, Ichigo Hotel Makes Two Hotel Acquisitions and One Hotel Sale in Japan, JMF Announces Planned Acquisition of Hotel Under Construction in Kamakura, Japan, Trouville Hotel Sold to Joint Partnership for GBP3 Million in The United Kingdom, Travellers Group Acquires Burnett Riverside Hotel...
Revealing stays for everyone on your shopping list, from the beach bum to the home chef
It’s the most wonderful time of the year which means it’s time for holiday shopping. And what better gift to give than a memorable trip? When it comes to picking out the perfect gift for the loved ones in your life, Airbnb makes it easy by offering gift cards that...
Boost hotel revenue with predictive market intelligence: Integrating forward looking search data into your tech stack
To compound this, in today’s fiercely competitive market, traditional forecasting methods that once offered reliable insights are no longer sufficient to maintain your competitive edge.
Driving Change Across the Globe: Accor’s Initiatives to Fight Gender-Based Violence
In recognition of International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and in line with our spirit of care, we shine a light on initiatives and partnerships, that Accor teams have developed around the world, to champion gender equality, combat violence and empower women.
Hospitality tech expert reveals why prioritising individuality over tech drives hotel success
In the last five years, there has been an unprecedented rush to new technologies in hospitality such as AI integration and fully automated customer service but often this overlooks if that is what guests want.
The Latest in Travel Roundup – Expert Insights to help Hotels Thrive in 2025!
For GuestCentric’s Latest in Travel podcast series in 2024, I had the privilege to engage with various experts across the travel, hospitality, and tech sectors, uncovering critical insights for the industry’s future. Drawing from their deep operational experience and technology expertise, these professionals highlighted opportunities for advancements that can elevate...
Nordika invests €35m in grocery property platform Vendus
Nordic real estate investor Nordika has invested SEK 400 mln (€35 mln) to become the largest shareholder in grocery property platform Vendus.
