A new cultural hotspot is emerging in the south of Sweden. Nordic Hotels & Resorts are set to open the brand new Munksjöstaden Hotel in Jönköping, anchored in an area rich with history. Right by the beautiful Lake Munksjön, the 120-room hotel—complete with bistro, bar, café, and wellness facilities—is expected...
The “Oh Sh**” moment every Revenue Manager has had
There’s a moment. Every single Revenue Manager knows it. You’re looking at the numbers. Something feels… off. Pickup looks weird. ADR is drifting. Occupancy is doing its own thing. The forecast you defended last week suddenly looks like fan fiction.
Hilton Milwaukee Completes $42 Million Transformation
The historic Hilton Milwaukee, the city’s largest hotel, proudly announces the completion of its $42 million renovation, the most extensive in the history of Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS). The project reimagines the hotel’s ornate 1920s architecture and design into a new era of...
Annua Signature Hotels Announces Gran Hotel Margalida
Opening in May 2026, ANNUA Signature Hotels proudly announces the forthcoming opening of Gran Hotel Margalida, the brand’s fifth and most eagerly anticipated Mediterranean destination to date. Following the celebrated openings of César Lanzarote, Son Xotano in Mallorca, and Amagatay and Morvedra Nou in Menorca, Gran Hotel Margalida marks a...
IHCL Unveils Avantika by the Ganges – IHCL SeleQtions in Varanasi
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Avantika by the Ganges - IHCL SeleQtions in Varanasi.
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Corinthia Rome Now Taking Reservations from February 2026
Corinthia Rome, set within the former headquarters of the Bank of Italy on Piazza del Parlamento, is now taking reservations from February 2026 - corinthia.com/Rome. Marking the company’s debut in Italy, the hotel exemplifies the grand boutique concept that has become synonymous with Corinthia Hotels.
An “Above and Beyond” Strategy Doesn’t Work
This is a story about a disagreement I had with a client. I should mention, this was a friendly disagreement. His idea of an amazing experience was to go above and beyond, always exceeding the customer’s expectations.
A Roundtable Discussion with Caribbean and Latin American Lodging Experts
The Caribbean and Latin American (CALA) lodging market has experienced some challenges in 2025. While visitation from the U.S. has cooled down, intra-regional travel has increased. As always, market performance varies by segment. Modest-priced properties have struggled, but luxury and all-inclusive properties have prospered. The major international brands and developers...
German Hotel Guests Want Speed — But Still Reject Full Digitalization
[Berlin, 12. November 2025] – German hotel guests increasingly expect speed, comfort and personalized experiences — yet remain hesitant to fully embrace digital tools. The survey, conducted by the research institute Ipsos in August among German hotel guests, reveals a striking paradox in the hospitality industry’s digital transformation: travelers want...