U.S. hotel performance data for 8-14 June came in lower than projected with a third straight week of hotel demand declines at a time when the early-summer travel season was expected to lift performance.
Scandic’s new signature hotel The Dock 69°39 by Scandic opens in Tromsø, Norway
On Tuesday, Scandic opened the doors of its sixth signature hotel, The Dock 69°39 by Scandic, in central Tromsø. The new hotel adds 305 new rooms to Scandic’s existing offering in Tromsø - almost doubling the number of hotel rooms in the city - which further strengths Scandic’s presence in...
Sagemont Hotels Opens a Homewood Suites by Hilton in Fremont, California
The newly developed 128-suite Homewood Suites by Hilton Fremont is now open for business. The contemporary hotel offers curated spaces and thoughtful amenities tailored for both business and leisure guests. Located at 43151 Christy Street, the new all-suite property will be operated by Sagemont Hotels.
Don’t overthink AI: Just do it.
I’m quite sure that one day someone asked “So… where do we start with this computer thing?” The answer was: anywhere. Some people opened Lotus 1-2-3 some people did graphic design, some wrote a letter. The point wasn’t the starting point, it was the fact we’d started. Generative AI is...
Bob W To launch 7,500 sq m Flagship Aparthotel in Former Copenhagen Police Station
Bob W, the tech-powered hospitality operator, has signed a long-term lease for a 7,500 sq m former police station in Copenhagen’s iconic Meatpacking District, in partnership with Nordic real estate investor Slättö.
Barcelona Market Pulse 2025 – From Strength to Strength
Barcelona, the capital of Spain’s Catalonia region, is famed for its distinctive architecture, rich cultural heritage and vibrant atmosphere. In 2024, Catalonia outpaced the national economy with a 3.6% growth in GDP (compared to Spain’s 3.2%) with tourism remaining a key driver, contributing around 14.0% of Barcelona’s GDP.
Advancing Accessible Travel: Insights From New Survey on European Travellers With Mobility and Accessibility Needs
New research published today by MMGY Travel Intelligence in partnership with the European Network for Accessible Tourism (ENAT) and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) provides a comprehensive look at the travel habits, challenges and expectations of European travellers with mobility and accessibility needs or requirements.
TFE Hotels Launches ‘A by Adina’ in Europe, Debuting in Vienna with a Premium Extended-Stay Concept
TFE Hotels has officially launched its premium extended-stay brand, A by Adina, in Europe, marking a major milestone in the company’s expansion strategy. The first European property, A by Adina Vienna Danube, opens in Austria’s capital, offering a new level of luxury in apartment-style accommodations that combine independence with high-end...
Deloitte: Consumers Shift Spending to Brands That Offer More Value for the Price
Brands that offer only low prices could stand to lose out to competitors who offer more, as economic headwinds continue to influence consumer behavior.
IHG signs dual-brand deal to bring the first Kimpton and EVEN Hotels to Jeddah’s King Abdullah Sports City
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of two new hotels, Kimpton and EVEN Hotels Jeddah King Abdullah Sports City (KASC) - in partnership with Koushan Real Estate Development Company. Located within the masterplan of King Abdullah Sports City, a landmark district...
