“In a rapidly evolving landscape…” - This Chat-GPT siren seems to be the most frequently used phrase of the past year and immediately makes me question the content that follows. However, we can all reluctantly relate to the statement and the Communications function is no exception. While the AI wave...
HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter – Week Ending 17 January 2025
Miramar Group Acquires Hong Kong’s Champagne Court for Hotel Redevelopment, Billbergia and MCP to Develop Mixed-Use Development at Sydney, Australia, Star Hotel Group Acquired Rydges Mackay Suites in Queensland, Australia, Hoshino Acquiring Kai Poroto for JPY3.06 Billion in Hokkaido, Japan, Singapore has Established New Route to Labuan Bajo, Indonesia.
Halifax Hotel Market Revitalization
The Nova Scotia lodging market, particularly in Halifax, has experienced rapid growth in the years following the pandemic. With welcoming immigration policies and a perceived lower cost of housing, the province has seen substantial population growth and increased capital investment, fueling lodging demand. In 2024, provincial RevPAR levels are projected...
First Hospitality Expands Into New Markets, Opens Multiple New Development Properties, and Launches Portfolio Verticals
First Hospitality, a national hotel operating and development company, grew into Oklahoma, Georgia, and Bahamas, while continuing growth in its existing markets, plus opened three new development lifestyle properties. This growth reflects First Hospitality’s continued focus on upscale, soft brand and lifestyle properties which now accounts for nearly 45% of...
Bunkhouse Hotels’ First Houston Concept, Hotel Saint Augustine, Now Open in the Heart of Houston’s Montrose Neighborhood
Designed in collaboration with interiors firm Post Company and architecture firm Lake|Flato, the new-build hotel brings a highly anticipated destination to the Museum District, complete with a destination restaurant helmed by James Beard nominated chef Aaron Bludorn.
Troy Haas, CEO of Brownell, Joins WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) proudly welcomes Troy Haas, CEO of Brownell to its distinguished membership, bringing unparalleled expertise in global luxury travel.
limehome signs 3,000 apartments in 2024 as partnerships fuel expansion
limehome, Europe’s premier technology-driven provider and operator of fully digitalized serviced apartments, announces a remarkably successful 2024. By securing a total of 3,000 new units across the European market, limehome matches its impressive performance from 2023. This sustained substantial growth underscores limehome’s ability to adapt to diverse markets and thrive...
Remington Hospitality Unveils New Orleans Gem as a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Remington Hospitality, a premier hotel management company, is proud to announce the reopening of Le Pavillon, New Orleans, as a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, following an extensive multi-million-dollar renovation. Located in the heart of vibrant Downtown New Orleans, this iconic property, once an independent hotel, has now become part of Marriott’s...
Minor Hotels On Track to Surpass 850 Properties by 2027
Minor Hotels is stepping into 2025 on a strong growth trajectory, underpinned by a robust pipeline of almost 300 new hotels slated to open over the next three years. This expansion puts the international hotel owner and operator on track to pass a milestone of 850 properties by the end...
Hyatt Announces Plans to Add Hotels in New Markets in Europe, Africa, and The Middle East
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that Hyatt’s current pipeline across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East (EAME) is set to expand its brand presence in 13 new markets where there are no Hyatt hotels currently between 2025 and 2028.
