29 Novembre 2025

• Big shifts in global planner sourcing for meetings and events
  28 Novembre 2025
  The world of hotel and venue sourcing for events has never felt more demanding. Planners want speed, clarity, and venues that spark connection and deliver memorable experiences.
• INNSiDE Elounda: Opening May 2026 - a New Era of Hospitality Arrives in Crete
  28 Novembre 2025
  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 brand - which is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and contemporary design - in the Greek Islands, and introduces a fresh offering in the renowned destination of Elounda. The home of the first luxury hotel in Crete and a town with rich cultural heritage, INNSiDE invites guests to experience all the region has to offer, with a range of luxurious accommodation; personalised experiences, such as in-room yoga mats; and elevated Greek cuisine, while also offering exceptional value for money. Just a 5-minute drive from Elounda, a charming coastal town with a picturesque harbour, it’s also only 10 minutes from the pretty fishing village of Plaka, a notably off-the-radar beach destination where crystal...
• The Oberoi Group Announces the Opening of The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, Khajuraho
  28 Novembre 2025
  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 Hills, surrounded by ancient Sal and Palash forests and framed by sweeping views of the Vindhyachal mountain ranges. Its privileged location places guests just minutes from Panna National Park & Tiger Reserve and a short drive from the UNESCO World Heritage temples of Khajuraho, creating an exceptional setting where royal heritage, wilderness and luxurious hospitality converge.
• Leadership Change as a Catalyst for Innovation in Hospitality
  28 Novembre 2025
  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 dynamics mean for boards shaping the next generation of leaders.
• Small Luxury Hotels of the World debuts Call-to-Action Report
  28 Novembre 2025
  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
  28 Novembre 2025
  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 property to be added to the portfolio: DoubleTree by Hilton Paris Boulogne, scheduled to open in January 2026. The hotel will result from the rapid conversion of the former Radisson Blu Paris Boulogne, which has been taken over under a management contract by Schroders Capital.
• Vivanta Aluva, Kochi Opens Its Doors
  28 Novembre 2025
  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
  28 Novembre 2025
  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
  28 Novembre 2025
  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 to training materials and commercial insights.
• How a $2B Hospitality Company Collapsed Into Evictions and Bankruptcy | WSJ What Went Wrong
  28 Novembre 2025
  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.
• International Tourist Arrivals up 5% in the First Nine Months of 2025
  28 Novembre 2025
  International tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) grew 5% in January-September 2025 compared to the same period in 2024 and 3% above pre-pandemic year 2019.
• Reimagining the Key Card as a Travel Companion
  28 Novembre 2025
  In hospitality, the guest journey starts long before they reach the room.
• How Hotels Can Be Advocates and Help Prevent Trafficking
  28 Novembre 2025
  Human trafficking is a crime that can affect anyone regardless of sex, race, or origin. A widespread misconception is that trafficking only happens overseas, but it is occurring in cities, suburbs and rural communities throughout all 50 states.
• Sales Leadership Has a New Headquarters: LinkedIn
  28 Novembre 2025
  Because in 2025, leadership isn’t measured by how many hours you clock in or how many pipeline reports you generate. It’s measured by your influence. And influence lives here, in the conversations, stories, and ideas you share with the world.
• Pertlink Named Lead Hospitality Information Technology Partner for Moon World Resorts
  27 Novembre 2025
  Pertlink is proud to share that we have been invited to join the visionary Moon World Resorts projects as lead partner for Hospitality Information Technology — a key component of what will become one of the world’s most transformative hospitality, entertainment, and experiential destinations.
• Grand Opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree and Rainforest Festival
  27 Novembre 2025
  Banyan Group and Mandai Wildlife Group marked a major milestone on 26 November with the Grand Opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree. President Tharman Shanmugaratnam officiated the grand opening, inaugurating the resort’s Wishing Wall and previewing Banyan Group’s inaugural Rainforest Festival, which opens to the public today.
• What Guests Prefer Today: Travel-Size Toiletries or Refillable Systems? A Look at Hospitality in the USA
  27 Novembre 2025
  Across the USA, hotels are rethinking the traditional travel-size toiletries placed in every room. These small bottles have been a familiar part of the guest experience for decades, yet most guests only use a portion of what’s inside. Once opened, the bottle can’t be reused — it must be thrown away, along with any leftover product.
• AI is coming for the PMS, but not the way you think
  27 Novembre 2025
  There’s an explosion of talk about AI in hotels, but very little actual application. Or is there? AI has been coming to hotels for a while, but not in the flashy, headline-grabbing way many expect. There won’t be a moment when a chatbot takes over the front desk or a robot manages your F&B logistics overnight. Instead, AI is creeping into every corner of hotel operations in small, incremental ways. Quietly. Invisibly. Often without anyone calling it AI at all.
• IHCL Expands Footprint in Jammu & Kashmir, Signs a Gateway Resort in Patnitop
  27 Novembre 2025
  Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a new hotel under its Gateway brand in Patnitop, Jammu & Kashmir. This is a conversion project with plans for future expansion.
• Baltic View Resort & Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals, debuts in Międzyzdroje, a seaside sanctuary on Poland’s Baltic coast
  27 Novembre 2025
  Radisson Hotel Group has expanded its Polish portfolio with the opening of Baltic View Resort & Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals, located in Międzyzdroje on the Baltic coast. Set along the seaside promenade and only steps from the town’s iconic pier, the new resort features 60 rooms, a swimming pool, sauna and relaxation room and kids club.
• PATA and CWP Team Up to Produce Pacific Asia: Tourism with Purpose
  27 Novembre 2025
  The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is partnering with Content With Purpose (CWP) to produce Pacific Asia: Tourism with Purpose - an inspiring new digital series celebrating how tourism across the Asia Pacific region can drive a more responsible, inclusive, and sustainable future.
• Hyatt Announces Plans to Triple Number of Hyatt Properties in Portugal by 2027
  27 Novembre 2025
  As Portugal prepares to welcome a record-breaking number of visitors this year1, Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) unveils an ambitious expansion plan with four new hotels set to debut across the country over the next two years. Building on the success of recent Hyatt hotel openings in Lisbon and Madeira, Hyatt will continue to expand its brand footprint in key business hubs, sought-after holiday destinations and emerging cultural hotspots in Portugal.
• UN Tourism and France recognize tourism-tech start-ups and major companies driving efficiency and resilience
  27 Novembre 2025
  UN Tourism has spotlighted French tech start-ups leading the adoption of technology to shape a more efficient and resilient tourism.
• ThirdHome and Anantara Vacation Club Announce 3-Year Strategic Partnership
  27 Novembre 2025
  ThirdHome, the premier luxury home exchange and travel club, and Anantara Vacation Club (AVC), Asia’s premier vacation ownership programme, have signed a 3-year agreement that expands global travel opportunities for AVC Club Points Owners and strengthens ThirdHome’s presence across Asia.
• Centara Reveals Strong ESG Progress as it Accelerates Long-Term Sustainability Strategy and Reinforces Position as a Responsible Tourism Leader
  27 Novembre 2025
  Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, announces significant progress across its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) pillars, reaffirming its commitment to driving sustainable tourism and elevating Thailand’s hospitality sector through responsible and forward-thinking business practices.Guided by its core philosophy of delivering warm Thai hospitality enriched with innovation, family values, and environmental responsibility, Centara continues to strengthen its long-term sustainability framework to ensure meaningful and measurable impacts for its guests, local communities, and the planet.