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The art of design: Hotel Indigo infuses spaces with unexpected design details inspired by neighborhoods
The boutique hotel brand from IHG Hotels & Resorts blends design inspired by neighborhood nuances and bespoke touches from local creators to ignite guests’ sense of curiosity and discovery.
Interior Design Studio Aylott + Van Tromp shares its 2022 predictions for the future of hospitality
Following two years that have seen the hospitality industry severely impacted by the effects of the global pandemic, contemporary Interior Design and Branding Studio Aylott + Van Tromp has identified 4 key trends that are expected to emerge throughout 2022.
Meliá Presents “The Meliá Collection” - Unique Luxury Hotels for Travellers Seeking Authenticity and a Greater Connection With The Destination
Tourism continues to constantly evolve, with new trends revealing a growing preference for brands and experiences that enhance the authenticity and meaning of travel. For Meliá Hotels International, this new way of travelling and discovering destinations has led to the creation of a collection of exclusive hotels in which their exclusivity, independent personality, and strong local roots are some of their main attractions.
Airbnb’s design predictions for 2022, inspired by TikTok
As we round out the year, Airbnb has partnered with TikTok to identify new design trends for 20221. Looking at home decor buzzwords used by TikTok’s huge community of creatives, Airbnb has ranked the trends according to the number of times they appear on Airbnb listings. Here are TikTok and Airbnb’s design tips for 2022:
Courtyard by Marriott Signals Brand Evolution To Reinvigorate Its North American Portfolio
Courtyard by Marriott, the trailblazing brand with the largest global footprint of hotels within Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, announces its modern design evolution and robust renovation strategy for North America. More than 375 of the brand's earliest generation hotels throughout the U.S. and Canada are expected to be modernized with exterior renovations by 2024, including prominent displays of the refreshed Courtyard logo. Many hotels are also expected to be complemented by new interior design in their public spaces and guest rooms. With its extensive property renovations, Courtyard continues to elevate its holistic guest experience from arrival to departure.
Pioneer in luxury travel, InterContinental, unveils immersive art installation celebrating 75 years of exploring the world
In celebration of its 75th anniversary, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts today unveils ‘The Elegance of Worldliness’, an exciting new art installation in collaboration with up-and-coming British artist Claire Luxton. More than an exploration of beauty and colour, the campaign is a celebration of travel, wanderlust, and time, inspired by distinctive InterContinental destinations around the world, and the glamour and exhilaration that comes with discovery.
Boutique Hotels 9th Annual BLLA 2021 Event: The Awakening
The Boutique Lifestyle Leaders Association (BLLA) online event hit the ground running early on October 25th, 2021. With more than 130 speakers and 56 sessions, the promise is that this year’s theme “The Awakening” will shake off the complacency, fear, and hesitancy that’s become chaotic for many hoteliers during the pandemic.
HNtv INSIDERS: MOON, 12 people have been there, 7 billion want to visit
Space tourism is growing by leaps and bounds and so it was ideal timing for Terence Ronson to sit down with the Co-Founders of Moon World Resorts - Sandra Matthews and Michael Henderson for an informal discussion about their planned MOON project.
This Resort is a Mega-Scale Reproduction of Planet Earth’s Moon
Michael R. Henderson & Sandra G. Matthews had an objective to develop a resort with an authentic, mega-scale reproduction of planet earth’s moon, incorporating the world’s largest sphere. MOON will be licensed in four global locations; asia, mena, europe and north america. The project touches on hospitality, entertainment, education, attractions, the environment, technology, and space tourism. with a focus on architecture, engineering, design, and art, MOON will deliver a contemporary, futuristic, and unique destination resort, encompassing 515,000 square meters of spectacular next-generation leed certified built environment.
Curator Hotel & Resort Collection Welcomes Eight New Hotels From Davidson Hospitality Group
Curator Hotel & Resort Collection (“Curator”) announced the addition of eight lifestyle hotels and resorts from Davidson Hospitality Group (“Davidson”) to its rapidly growing portfolio. These hotels will access Curator’s best-in-class operating agreements, services, and non-proprietary technology to improve operating performance while benefiting from the enhanced relationships with other Curator member hotels and resorts.
“The Awakening” was the driving force behind the 2021 Boutique Lifestyle Leadership Conference
Whether the session was on sustainability, wellness, or category innovation & development, the theme of “being awakened” was a central point of conversation.
Enhancing the Essentials: Over 90% of Holiday Inn Brand Family in Europe committed to extensive transformation
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is celebrating a significant milestone in the ongoing upgrade of two of its most recognisable and well-loved brands, Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express. Over 90% of the existing European Holiday Inn brand family portfolio have now committed to or already completed the transformation of their hotels as part of IHG’s drive to revitalise their Essentials Collection portfolio. Holiday Inn is one of the most recognised hotel brands in the world, bringing people together for memorable experiences through warm and welcoming service, contemporary design that blends the familiar with the new, and a sense of comfort unique to the brand. Also part of the Holiday Inn brand family, Holiday Inn Express ensures guests enjoy simple, smart travel essentials a complimentary Express Start® Breakfast, a great night’s sleep, and efficient, seamless experiences for guests with speedy check-in, power showers and complimentary Wi-Fi. In recent years, the brand family has been undergoing a significant regeneration across the Europe estate, with a reimagining of the hotels’ shared areas, guest rooms and communal spaces, further enhancing each brand’s offering to meet guests’ needs. The Holiday Inn Open Lobby transforms the traditional hotel lobby format by combining the front desk, restaurant, bar, lounge, and business centre into one open, cohesive space, while refreshing the design to give it a contemporary feel. The design was created by keenly understanding how people use space at home in order to give guests the most flexibility, whether they’re looking to eat, relax, work, or have fun in one space. As many guests now enjoy a hybrid working model, having the option to work from a space dedicated to functionality, with flexible workstations and inviting social spaces, the Holiday Inn Open Lobby offers a practical alternative to working from a hotel room, an office or at home. The hotel’s food and beverage outlets are located within the Open Lobby, meaning coffee meetings, and working lunches can be arranged with minimal effort, and guests can enjoy a refreshing change of scene in their daily routine. And guests love this transformation, with customer satisfaction increasing by up to four points at hotels where the new concepts have been implemented in 70% of hotels across Europe. Learn more about the properties showcasing the Open Lobby concept here. At Holiday Inn Express properties across Europe, the focus has centred upon upgrading guest rooms with a ‘Next Generation’ design implemented at all new hotel openings and rolled-out across two-thirds of the existing estate. Next Generation guest rooms have been developed to balance home comforts with smart design features, such as a flexible workspace, ergonomically designed chairs, ample USB ports and plug sockets, higher quality bedding and a Smart TV that enables guests to stream media from a personal device. John Wright, Head of Mainstream Brands, EMEAA, IHG Hotels & Resorts, commented: “In recent years we’ve worked closely with our hotel owners and listened to our guests to roll out these new concepts, ensuring some of our most iconic brands continue to exceed consumer expectations. The way people travel and do business has changed, with flexible working on the rise, and many people have the option to work from anywhere. This milestone for both brands is perfectly timed as business travel continues to return, and people look for alternative spaces to work. Similarly, as the staycation trend remains popular, Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express are the perfect base for families, couples and friends seeking to explore Europe’s cities and destinations.” The Holiday Inn Open Lobby and Holiday Inn Express Next Generation roll out has taken place in partnership with IHG’s many owner and growth partners. Discussing the newly improved design concept, Jenna Dienn, Commercial Director, Castlebridge Group, commented: “We’ve had great feedback from guests on our newly updated designs. From the moment guests arrive, the vibrant, contemporary ambience of the Open Lobby sets the tone for their stay with its warm, welcoming tone. The new interiors are inspired by the modern needs of our guests, who are often seeking a versatile workspace, convenient food and beverage options and high-quality technology facilities.” Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express account for over 75% of IHG’s total estate in Europe with 566* open hotels, and globally there are over 4,200* open hotels. The ongoing rollout of Open Lobby and Next Generation designs ensures the hotels remain state-of-the-art and can continue to meet a range of guests needs from comfortable, affordable stays to convenient, flexible workspaces. Holiday Inn Winchester Holiday Inn Paris Versailles – Bougival Holiday Inn Stuttgart
Dreamscape Companies Penetrates Red Hot Charleston Market with Acquisition of The Saint Hotel Charleston
Dreamscape Companies, founded by real estate industry veteran Eric Birnbaum, today announces its acquisition of The Saint Hotel Charleston, a boutique hotel situated in the heart of the city’s historic French Quarter, centered in Downtown Charleston. The purchase of The Saint Hotel Charleston comes on the heels of several recent acquisitions in key regional markets and illustrates the company’s commitment to its target goal of $1 billion in acquisition over the next 24 months. This acquisition also signifies Dreamscape’s first point of entry into Charleston, a market that has continued to boom and expand in recent years as well as garner national attention.
Curator Hotel & Resort Collection Celebrates First Anniversary
Curator Hotel & Resort Collection (“Curator”) is celebrating its first anniversary following an eventful year filled with noteworthy accomplishments, tremendous growth, impactful partnerships, and industry accolades. As Curator looks ahead, its members can continue to expect best-in-class operating agreements, services, and technology, as well as innovative solutions for independent lifestyle hotels and resorts.
Nine new members join the Relais & Châteaux collection
From secluded hotels at the heart of their local communities to gourmet restaurants that strictly champion local, seasonal produce, these nine new members – from across Europe and in Canada – join the Relais & Châteaux network.
WorldHotels™ Welcomes Three New Properties to Expanding Global Portfolio
WorldHotels™ announced today the addition of three new hotels to the brand’s global portfolio. The Kingsmills Hotel and Ness Walk Hotel in Inverness, Scotland have joined WorldHotels’ Elite and Luxury collections, respectively. In addition, Layan Green Park in Phuket, Thailand will become part of WorldHotels’ Distinctive collection.
Meyer Jabara Hotels Selected to Manage Historic New Hampshire Inn, The Wentworth
Atlantic Equity Partners has selected Meyer Jabara Hotels (MJH) to operate its newest asset, The Wentworth: A Country Inn in Jackson, N.H. Previously owned by Fritz and Eleanor “Ellie” Koeppel for 30 years, the 59,000-square-foot nineteenth-century inn sits on 10 acres and features 61 guestrooms, an upscale farm-to-table restaurant, a piano bar/cocktail lounge, a spa, meeting rooms, wedding/event space, on-site condominium rentals and more. Family-owned and operated for 44 years, Meyer Jabara Hotels will carry on the traditions of The Wentworth for future generations to enjoy. The inn is one of the last remaining historic hotels in New England. MJH will continue to operate The Wentworth as it presently stands, with a renovation refresh planned for 2022.
Thompson Hotels Unveils Immersive Experiences Curated by Emerging Creatives Through New ‘Culture Lives Here’ Campaign
CHICAGO - Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today introduces Culture Lives Here, the Thompson Hotels brand’s new campaign that celebrates the brand’s passion for elevating noteworthy and emerging creatives, dubbed ‘culture shifters.’ Taking place at 13 Thompson Hotels via creative local collaborations in tandem with the brand’s 20th anniversary, this campaign recognizes the abundance of creativity that influences today’s cultural landscape by curating cultural experiences that connect hotel guests and neighbors with rising talent in music, art, fashion, design and culinary.
In the Span of a Year, Aimbridge Hospitality’s Growth in Full Service, Lifestyle, and Luxury & Resorts Verticals Accelerates
Aimbridge Hospitality, a leading global hospitality company, has grown in the Full Service, Lifestyle-Soft Brand & Independent, and Luxury & Resorts verticals, adding a combined 47 properties in these verticals in 2021. As experts in these verticals, Aimbridge is finishing strong in what has been a challenging year for the i ndustry, driving operating performance for hotels and strong outcomes for owners.