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Collaboration brings SynXis® platform and global GDS/IDS connectivity and alternative distribution channels for up to 1,200 independent hotels and resorts globally with a focus on driving growth in the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia

Meet The Experts (MTE), the premier business conference for Viet Nam’s real estate and hospitality sectors, was held on 24 October 2024 in Ha Noi under the theme “Wellness Real Estate.” The biannual event brought together leaders from across the industry, including investors, hotel owners, management companies, design firms, and consultants. MTE fosters collaboration, provides actionable insights, and offers networking opportunities to help stakeholders capitalize on growth prospects and prepare for the next cycle in Viet Nam’s dynamic real estate and hospitality markets.

As the January 1, 2025, filing deadline for the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) approaches, hotel owners, developers, and investors should be prepared to meet the new federal requirements for business transparency. Effective January 1, 2024, the CTA requires most U.S. business entities to submit detailed ownership information to FinCEN or face penalties up to $10,000. The article below by JMBM’s Taxation, Trusts & Estates Department outlines key CTA requirements, filing deadlines, and essential steps for compliance.

Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP (JMBM) is pleased to announce that its Real Estate (including its Hospitality Transactions) practice has received the highest possible designation of National Tier 1 in the 2025 edition of U.S. News and World Report – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms.”

citizenM - the pioneer of affordable luxury hotels - has launched a new opening campaign for its third property in Miami, providing guests the opportunity to embrace their sunny side. Located steps away from the buzzing retail and restaurants of Lincoln Road, citizenM Miami South Beach is where the positive effects of sun meet the positive effects of citizenM’s sleep experience.

greet, Accor’s beacon of sustainable hospitality, proudly announces the opening of greet Brussels Airport Zaventem, the brand’s first hotel in the Benelux region. Located less than a five-minute drive from Brussels Airport, this 68-room property offers the perfect location for travellers and visitors to the city. Launched in 2019, greet is on a mission to redefine the eco-hospitality segment, establishing itself as the most sustainable hotel brand in the industry. With affordability and convenience at its core, greet hotels are designed for individuals who care deeply about their environmental impact. Every aspect of the guest experience, from check-in to check-out, revolves around the principles of reducing, reusing, and recycling. The brand is a testament to circular hospitality, where sustainability and creativity merge to offer affordable and meaningful stays. The brand has grown to include more than 35 properties across Europe, with hotels in locations such as Paris, Berlin, Vien...

Following the success of the group’s South Kensington debut in 2022, The Other House Covent Garden is set to open in Q4 2025. Showcasing the brand’s ’Residents Club’ concept, blending hotel flexibility, services and amenities with apartment-style accommodation and an exclusive private members’ club, The Other House Covent Garden will open in Q4 2025, featuring a showstopping panoramic rooftop bar and terrace. Located in London’s theatre district, a stone’s throw from the iconic piazza, the Royal Opera House and many of London’s most famous landmarks, The Other House Covent Garden will comprise 146 signature bedrooms and Club Flats, featuring fully-equipped kitchenettes and living spaces, an all-day street café, The Other Kitchen, destination cocktail bar, the Owl & Monkey and its private club, accessible to members and residents, including a breathtaking rooftop bar, The Peacock Lounge. With rates starting from £350 per night for a Club Flat, The Other House will bring its unique conc...

Nestled in the center of Istanbul’s second most historic neighborhood, the new Casa Foscolo Hotel stands as a testament to the timeless legacy of the city’s rich heritage. With carefully added modern amenities and a meticulously true-to-history renovation, the 124-year-old building is now home to an intimate luxury hotel, where contemporary art, literature, and history collide. Set in the heart of Beyoğlu, also known as Pera, Istanbul’s second oldest district, the newly opened Casa Foscolo Hotel is steeped in history yet simultaneously awash with the creature comforts of modernity. The building was first constructed between 1890 and 1900 as a pioneering apart-hotel for Foscolo Mango & Co. Ltd., a maritime business founded in Istanbul by the Venetian Foscolo family. In the 1930s, the German Holstein family took over, transforming the ground level into a culinary destination and the upper floors into commercial hubs. Today, the meticulously restored and renovated historical structure br...

Dusit Hotels and Resorts, under Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has entered into a strategic hotel management agreement with Shravanthi Hotels and Resorts Private Limited, a prominent developer of luxury hotels and resorts in India, to operate Devarana Sakleshpur, Karnataka - A Dusit Retreat. Set to open in March 2028, this landmark project marks the first Devarana - Dusit Retreat signed outside of China, underscoring Dusit’s commitment to expanding its luxury, wellness-focused resort brand across exclusive destinations worldwide. Designed to deliver meaningful and transformative stay experiences for discerning domestic and international travellers, Devarana Sakleshpur, Karnataka - A Dusit Retreat will feature 75 luxurious villas and suites, ranging from 47 to 90 square metres, with 25 units also offering private plunge pools. Guests will enjoy exclusive wellness facilities, including a dedicated Devarana Wellness Centre with a ...

With a strategic focus on strengthening its presence in the leisure towns of India, Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of Namah Nainital, a member of Radisson Individuals Retreats. This new addition is the Group’s fourth operational hotel in Uttarakhand where its portfolio includes hotels and resorts under multiple brands like Radisson Blu and Radisson Individuals. Nestled in the heart of Nainital Valley, the hotel provides excellent connectivity via road, rail, and air, making it accessible for both international and domestic travelers. Positioned close to Kathgodam Railway Station and Pantnagar Airport, the hotel is also well-connected by road to Almora, Ranikhet, Bhimtal, Mukteshwar, and Ramgarh. Its proximity to Namah Jim Corbett, another member of the Radisson Individuals brand, underscores the Group’s commitment to enhancing the guest experience, offering seamless connections within a four-hour drive of the property. Guests can visit the Mall which is only a s...

350-Room Cluster Property Set To Open in 2028. Accor, a global leader in hospitality, proudly announces the signing of Novotel Tirupati and ibis Styles Tirupati, a new cluster hotel in India’s pilgrimage destination of Tirupati. The expansive 350-key multi-brand hotel complex is set to transform the hospitality landscape of Tirupati, a city that draws millions of devotees to the renowned Tirumala Venkateswara Temple each year. As Tirupati evolves into a hub for education and business, bolstered by expanding infrastructure and modern amenities, this venture will play a crucial role in meeting the growing demand for quality accommodations. This milestone signing underscores Accor’s commitment to expanding its presence in key destinations across India. Developed by Shravanthi Hotels & Resorts Private Limited, the new cluster of hotels will feature 180 guest rooms at Novotel Tirupati and 170 guest rooms at ibis Styles Tirupati, ensuring a diverse range of options to accommodate all types ...

Grand Mercure Hangzhou Qingshan Lake is ideally situated next to the tranquil and picturesque Qingshan Lake, a popular destination of ecological richness for tourists as well as locals of Hangzhou. The area is a fascinating mix of historical significance and progressive growth, deeply rooted in Wuyue culture, celebrating the rich heritage of the Jiangsu and Zhejiang regions. Aligning with Hangzhou’s focus on technological innovation and industry, the Qingshan Lake community is also gaining prominence as a high-tech center of business, while retaining its connection to the natural beauty of Hangzhou. The hotel not only provides premium accommodations but also embraces sustainable practices, ensuring that guests can enjoy the stunning environment responsibly. Surrounded by mountains, lakes, and open wilderness, the hotel features panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows in each of its 177 spacious and elegant guest rooms, allowing guests to admire the shimmering blue waves of the lake and the...

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is delighted to announce the signing of the first voco hotel on the Sunshine Coast, partnering again with Sydney-based developer Felix Capital to open voco Maroochydore Sunshine Coast in 2028. Located on bustling Ocean Street, the striking new 153-key upscale hotel will form part of a mixed-use development that is set to transform the city’s accommodation offering, attracting domestic and international patronage. voco Maroochydore will also address the Sunshine Coast’s recent Temporary Local Planning Instrument proposal in response to the need for four- and five-star full-service hotels in the region. With the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games only eight years away, having the right mix of accommodation options will be crucial to deliver a successful Games and support the region’s economy beyond 2032. Further complementing Maroochydore’s entertainment and dining precinct, guests will enjoy dazzling water ...

November 12, 2024 - NexGen Hotels, a hotel development and management company based in Itasca, Illinois, today announced the acquisition of The Maritime Hotel Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruiseport. Located at 2161 Maritime Boulevard, the boutique hotel will undergo a renovation and rebrand as the Moor Hotel at Marina Bay, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. The hotel is expected to be fully converted by Q3 of 2025. The hotel is nestled in the 25-acre Marina Bay Resort, just a short drive from Hollywood-Fort Lauderdale International Airport and the Port Everglades Cruise Terminals. The 150-room property offers guests convenient access to Sawgrass Mills Outlet Mall, Flamingo Gardens, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, Museum of Discovery & Science, Hard Rock Casino and Stadium, Everglades Holiday Park and the pristine Fort Lauderdale beaches....

Accor announces today the signing of the first Handwritten Collection hotel in Croatia. Thanks to the partnership with Jadran hotels Rijeka, the iconic 135-year-old Hotel Continental in Rijeka will join Accor’s boutique collection. The property is set to welcome its first guests in 2026.

According to recent Accor research, 2025 promises to be an exciting year for travel, with new trends shaping the ways in which Brits will explore the world. Following the rise of the “cool-cation,” destination dupes, and active tourism, a new Accor survey shows that 74% of Brits are planning to travel abroad in the coming year. But what adventures await them, and where are they headed? Using a blend of UK search data, survey insights, and keyword trends, we’ve compiled the top travel experiences and destinations expected to capture travelers’ imaginations in 2025. Get ready to discover the trends defining the future of British travel!

Data isn’t meaningful unless you do something with it. Let’s say your average RevPAR for June is $150. Alone, that doesn’t mean very much. But what if you compare that number to the average RevPAR, globally and within your region? If you measure whether you’re improving year-on-year, month-on-month? If you look beyond RevPAR to accompanying key metrics?

In the ever-evolving hospitality industry, the use of business intelligence is becoming increasingly important. Hoteliers are recognizing the immense value that data brings to their business, from understanding drivers of demand to developing effective revenue management strategies. But the big question is – how willing are they to invest in new technology?

Ahh, budget season… a time every hotelier knows all too well. It’s that annual crunch when departments scramble to justify their numbers, and finance teams work around the clock, pulling their hair out trying to predict next year’s revenue.

The strength of a business partnership lies in the ability to adapt, innovate, and evolve together. Such is the case for High Hotels, a Lancaster, Penn.-based hotel management company that has been working alongside asset management and service optimization software company OpsTechPro for more than five years to automate its back-of-house workforce communications. Initially, High Hotels deployed OTP to streamline its maintenance and engineering processes. Today, the vendor/client relationship has evolved, and all 13 hotels in the company’s portfolio are leveraging the dynamic and scalable operations platform to manage and track additional workforce services, from housekeeping inspections, front desk requests, and lost and found inventory, to cash counts, push reports, capital expenses and more.

The leading global hospitality and travel technology company, HotelRunner, is excited to announce its attendance at The Phocuswright Conference, running from November 19 to 21, 2024, in Phoenix, Arizona. As a proud sponsor, HotelRunner will join the top industry thought leaders at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa this year.

Shiji, the hospitality technology innovator, announced today, that Van der Valk Hotels has chosen Shiji Group’s Enterprise Platform PMS for a comprehensive, portfolio-wide rollout. The decision brings 74 hotels, over 10,000 hotel rooms, and over 800 conference and event spaces across 7 countries under one unified property management system. The partnership is part of Van der Valk’s strategic digital transformation, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, data security, and scalability across its extensive hospitality network.

Jerne (www.jerne.com), the leading platform connecting digital-focused travel curators with experience providers, is celebrating reaching 10,000 registered curators with the launch of an industry-first rating system to help experience providers efficiently and effectively manage their sales and marketing strategies through influential communities.

citizenM, a global leader in modern, affordable luxury hotels, has long prioritized offering a premium level of service. For that, they believe in empowering their team, rather than having them hindered by manual processes. This led them to seek a solution that could optimize their workforce capabilities.

Design Hotels, the community-driven portfolio of nearly 300 independent hotels, announced 29 signed agreements and 10 percent growth of its global portfolio within the last 12 months. From the under-the-radar Black Sea coast of Batumi, Georgia, to the bustling, residential neighborhood of Tribeca, New York, each of the new and upcoming Design Hotels properties embodies the values of the brand and the singular vision of the property owner.

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