05 Dicembre 2025

• How AI is transforming hotels today
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Artificial intelligence has hovered on the edges of hospitality for years. Chatbots answered simple questions. Revenue tools nudged prices up or down. Automation handled a few routine tasks. Useful, but hardly transformative.
• Venari Lodges to Join Brionj – Luxury Hotel Collection with New Croatian Wilderness Resort Opening in 2027
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Venari Lodges, a boutique wilderness project in Croatia, has joined The Brionj - Luxury Hotel Collection under a newly signed management agreement with Grand Metropolitan Hotels. The planned resort, set in Janja Gora near the Plitvice Lakes region, is scheduled to open in 2027 and will target guests seeking high-end, nature-based stays with a strong environmental focus.
• San Montano Resort & Spa in Ischia Joins Relais & Châteaux
  05 Dicembre 2025
  San Montano Resort & Spa, the celebrated luxury retreat perched atop Mount Vico on the island of Ischia, is proud to announce its official induction into Relais & Châteaux, the prestigious global association honoring independent hotels and restaurants committed to exceptional hospitality, cultural preservation, and the art of living well.
• AI-Enabled Sustainability: Turning Hotel Guests into Active Participants
  05 Dicembre 2025
  During a thesis consultation session, a simple question was raised about sustainability in hospitality. I asked the group who genuinely cares about being environmentally responsible when travelling. Nearly every hand went up.
• The Naughty vs. The Nice Revenue Manager
  05 Dicembre 2025
  There are only two types of Revenue Managers in this world: The Naughty One, well and the Nice One.
• Rail Tourism Awards 2025: Honouring the most inspiring campaigns that connect Europe by rail
  05 Dicembre 2025
  The European Travel Commission (ETC) and Eurail have announced the winners of the 2025 Rail Tourism Awards, recognising excellence in campaigns that promote rail as an exciting, sustainable and meaningful way to explore Europe. The awards were presented at The Great Connection in Utrecht, Eurail’s inaugural collaborative gathering of marketers and creative professionals focused on how creativity, branding and storytelling can support the future of rail tourism.
• Shatterproof Honors Marriott International President and CEO Anthony Capuano for Leadership in Ending Addiction Stigma
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Shatterproof, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the way the healthcare system addresses and treats substance use disorders, is proud to announce its 2026 Shatterproof Hospitality Heroes honoree, Anthony Capuano, President and Chief Executive Officer of Marriott International.
• The revenue growth playbook: Strategies for independent hotels
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Rising costs, shifting traveler behavior and new distribution dynamics are putting pressure on profitability, making it harder to sustain growth without the right strategy.
• IHCL Signs A Ginger Hotel At Terminal 2 Mumbai International Airport
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a new hotel under its Ginger brand at Terminal 2 - Mumbai International Airport.
• Unlocking Incremental Revenue in Hospitality: October 2025 Cayuga Hospitality Consultants Conference
  05 Dicembre 2025
  In October 2025, Cayuga Hospitality Consultants hosted a dynamic discussion on new pathways to incremental revenue in the hotel and restaurant industry. With economic pressures prompting owners to think differently about value creation, the conversation focused on one key question posed by moderator Gary Isenberg:
• Kerten Hospitality Selects Canary Technologies to Power Its Global Hotel Portfolio
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Canary Technologies, the award-winning global leader in hotel guest management technology, today announced that Kerten Hospitality has chosen Canary’s AI-powered Guest Management System to digitize operations and enhance the guest experience across its growing hotel portfolio.
• U.S. hotel results for week ending 29 November
  05 Dicembre 2025
  The U.S. hotel industry reported mixed year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through 29 November. CoStar is a leading global provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.
• Historic Gran Hotel Taoro Reopens as Five-Star Landmark in Northern Tenerife
  05 Dicembre 2025
  After half a century away from the hospitality scene, one of Spain’s most storied hotels is welcoming guests once again. Gran Hotel Taoro, widely regarded as the region’s first grand luxury hotel, has officially reopened in Puerto de la Cruz, in the north of Tenerife, following a meticulous three year restoration.
• Safestay Expands into the Alps with First Franchised Hostels in Kitzbühel, Austria
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Safestay, one of Europe’s largest hostel groups, is delighted to announce the opening of two new hostels in the sought-after alpine resort of Kitzbühel, Austria.
• Davidson Hospitality Group Hosts Preeminent Food & Beverage Summit
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Davidson Hospitality Group recently hosted its dynamic food & beverage dedicated summit at The Highland Dallas, Curio Collection, designed exclusively for food & beverage directors, executive chefs, restaurant and bar operational leaders, and banquets & catering sales teams across all verticals. Titled "The Pillars of Success: Shaping the Business of F&B," the two-day event explored the core principles of longevity and lasting performance: innovation, sustainability, quality, and adaptability.
• Pure Wellness Partners with Crestline Hotels
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Pure Wellness, a leading hotel-in-room wellness solutions provider dedicated to delivering mindful, purposeful, and intentional travel experiences, announced today a new partnership with Crestline Hotels & Resorts, marking Crestline’s first installation of Pure Rooms at the Hilton Garden Inn and Home2 Suites in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.
• VenueSuite and Shiji Daylight PMS integrate to streamline M&E bookings, helping hotels respond faster with e-Proposals and boost revenue.
  05 Dicembre 2025
  VenueSuite, the intelligent cloud-based Event Management and Reservations System, today announced a new integration with Shiji’s Daylight PMS, expanding connectivity for hotels and venues seeking a unified solution for event and room management.
• Why is Food Waste Hotel Owners’ Next Big Thing
  05 Dicembre 2025
  While food waste in hotels is often brought up to hotel operators, financial data shows us that owners are actually those paying the (high) price of this multi-dimensional issue. When we say “high”, we mean 2 to 6 bps of their GOP margin.This observation came out of a discussion between Benjamin Lephilibert, who has been developing practical and systemic solutions to help hotels reduce their food waste since 2012, and Johanna Wagner, who has been working with hotel investors in Europe since 2015, both as an employee and a consultant. A discussion that triggered a collaboration aiming at addressing this pressing issue from a different perspective. This collaboration led to the publication of a practical white paper specifically for hotel investors and asset managers, to make the business implications of food waste more visible to them and help them take action.
• Barriere Hotels Are Now Becoming Barriere Collection: a New Era for One of France’s Most Iconic Luxury Hospitality Brands
  05 Dicembre 2025
  A century after it was first founded, Barrière Hotels are becoming Barrière Collection. A strategic repositioning that is bringing its iconic hotels together under a single banner while reshaping its value proposition into four overarching themes: Signature, Heritage, Address and Premium. This change is powered by a shared vision: to modernize, elevate and internationalize its model while staying true to the excellence, emotion and authenticity that have forged its reputation.
• The Royalton Vessence Concept Makes Its Debut In Cancun
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Following the strong excitement generated by the announcement of Royalton Vessence Barbados and the remarkable reception of its forward-thinking concept, Royalton Hotels & Resorts is ready to unveil its next chapter: Royalton Vessence Cancun. This adults-oriented resort will introduce a new expression of art, design, and sensory connection to the all-inclusive landscape. Scheduled to open in Fall / Winter 2026, it represents the continued expansion of the Royalton Vessence Resorts brand and its growing momentum across the Caribbean. Royalton Vessence is a next generation brand designed to reveal the true essence of each destination. Inspired by the Latin veritas essentia, the concept blends local culture with contemporary serenity through art, design, and sensory connection. Signature elements include digital detox spaces, late night swim areas, and life-enriching activities such as cooking classes, wine pairings, and cultural immersions. The result is a calm modern environment where...
• Hotel Daphne, the Newest Concept from Bunkhouse Hotels, Now Open in the Historic Houston Heights
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Hotel Daphne, the latest boutique property from the acclaimed hospitality brand Bunkhouse Hotels, is now open in Houston’s beloved Heights neighborhood. The 49-room hotel brings the Bunkhouse brand’s signature blend of design and community to one of the city’s most storied enclaves, featuring an Italian-style restaurant and bar, a library and small private event space, a lush courtyard, and a signature retail shop that reflects the creative, independent spirit of the Heights.
• Mandarin Oriental Marks Eleven Years Of Silent Night With A Renewed Focus On Sleep, Stillness, And Digital Balance
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Mandarin Oriental announces Silent Night 2025, taking place on 10 December across all Spas at Mandarin Oriental. Now in its eleventh year, Silent Night remains a scheduled pause during the busiest season, inviting guests to experience quiet reflection, restorative silence, and mindful disconnection.
• Grand Rapids, Michigan: A City on the Rise
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Nestled between Chicago and Detroit and located just 30 miles east of Lake Michigan is Grand Rapids, Michigan’s second-largest city. Named the number-one “City on the Rise” in 2025 by LinkedIn and nicknamed “Furniture City” and “Beer City USA,” Grand Rapids is supported by a diverse economy with major healthcare, grocery, and manufacturing employers. The city is also recognized as one of the nation’s top minor-league sports markets and a popular convention and event destination.
• Grupo Posadas Announces Continued Growth and Strategic Expansion Across Mexico and the Caribbean
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Grupo Posadas, Mexico’s leading hotel operator, enters 2026 with strong momentum following a year defined by disciplined growth, brand evolution, and continued investment in innovation and guest experience. With more than 200 hotels and 29,922 rooms across top city and beach destinations, the company strengthened its performance in 2025 and now moves into the new year with one of its most significant development pipelines to date.
• Colliers releases report on 2026 Commercial Real Estate Outlook
  05 Dicembre 2025
  Colliers, a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, released its 2026 Commercial Real Estate Outlook Report, titled "Stability Through Uncertainty." The report provides a comprehensive look at commercial real estate market trends across all major asset classes, identifying opportunities and challenges in the year ahead.