Minor Hotels signed two NH Collection properties opening in 2030: a 200-key Accra hotel and 145-key Pemba Island resort, marking first West Africa entry.
Hotel Discount Rates and Equity Yields: A Decade of Shifting Investor Expectations
HVS analysis shows equity yields fell 310 basis points for luxury hotels over the decade while discount rates remained stable, suggesting investor confidence has structurally increased.
Superstar Hotel Asset Managers: Are You Working With One?
The author reflects on working with asset managers over three decades, emphasizing how rising operational costs make NOI more critical than revenue growth.
Geopolitics, Energy Shocks, and AI
AI systems can process geopolitical signals, energy markets, and supply chain data to help hotels adapt quickly to global disruptions and maintain operational resilience.
OpenAI just saved Booking.com
OpenAI's decision to scale back direct booking in ChatGPT benefits Booking.com by keeping AI platforms in discovery rather than transaction completion.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup: Strategic Sales Positioning for Hotels Beyond Host Cities
Hotels outside FIFA 2026 host cities can capture significant demand through early positioning as strategic bases for teams, corporations, and multi-city travelers.
Importance of good quality coffee after dinner in a restaurant
In the world of dining, every detail contributes to the guest experience—from the welcome at the door to the final farewell. Among the most overlooked yet
Designing the Book-Inspired Travel: Thoughtful Objects for Story‑Inspired Travel
The article explores how hotels can enhance literary-themed stays through thoughtful design objects like bookmarks, stands, and eco-friendly accessories that support reading experiences.