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INNSiDE Elounda: Opening May 2026 – a New Era of Hospitality Arrives in Crete
INNSiDE Elounda is a brand-new 5* lifestyle resort on the sun-drenched shores of northeastern Crete, owned and managed by Zeus Hotels and proudly part of the global portfolio of Meliá Hotels International. Set to open on May 1st 2026, this will mark the exciting debut of the INNSiDE by Meliá...
The Oberoi Group Announces the Opening of The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, Khajuraho
The Oberoi Group is pleased to announce the opening of The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, Khajuraho, a meticulously restored 350-year-old architectural jewel set within a 76-acre estate featuring a pristine natural lake. Originally built by Maharaja Hindu Pat of the Bundela Dynasty, the palace rises from the slopes of the Maniyagarh...
Leadership Change as a Catalyst for Innovation in Hospitality
In an industry defined by rapid change and relentless competition, leadership transitions can determine whether a hospitality firm adapts or falls behind. This article unpacks how CEO turnover can become a lever for innovation, exploring who drives the boldest transformations, which organizational structures amplify or constrain them, and what these...
Small Luxury Hotels of the World debuts Call-to-Action Report
Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ (SLH), renowned for its independently minded portfolio of boutique properties, has launched a sustainability Call-to-Action (CTA) Report.
Hilton Strenghtens Its Presence in the Paris Region with the Signing of the DoubleTree by Hilton Paris Boulogne
Hilton is continuing its expansion in France, with a portfolio that has almost doubled in just five years, supported in part by the recent arrival of its new premium budget brand Spark in Lyon. Today, the American hotel group operates 14 hotels in Paris and the Île-de-France region, with another...
Vivanta Aluva, Kochi Opens Its Doors
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Vivanta Aluva, Kochi in the vibrant state of Kerala.
IHCL Steps into Nadiad with Its SeleQtions Brand
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Boulevard9, Nadiad - IHCL SeleQtions, an urban retreat nestled in the historic temple town of Gujarat, a convenient getaway from Ahmedabad city.
Hotel Operator Launches AI Toolkit Broadening Information Access for Guests and Staff
Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) has launched a trio of artificial intelligence (AI) agents to address changes in how people source information. The new toolkit, which complements the Group’s existing channels, gives guests the flexibility to make enquiries either digitally or directly with hotel staff, who in turn gain broader access...
How a $2B Hospitality Company Collapsed Into Evictions and Bankruptcy | WSJ What Went Wrong
Once valued near $2 billion, hospitality startup Sonder promised hotel luxury at Airbnb prices. But the company’s Marriott partnership dissolved, guests were left stranded and the short-term rental company shut down for good. WSJ explains what went wrong.