Mews moves into new Paris office to keep pace with rapid growth across France
Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has opened a new office in the heart of Paris, building on the momentum of recently welcoming its 1,000th customer.
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Cycas Hospitality Expands UK Portfolio with New London Hotel Signing
Leading European hotel management company Cycas Hospitality today announced its appointment to manage YOTEL London Shoreditch. The vibrant and contemporary hotel, located in the heart of East London, brings the organisation’s portfolio to nine hotels and over 1,000 rooms within the UK capital, and over 55 properties under management across Europe.
UN Tourism Launches Investment Guidelines for Armenia
"Tourism Doing Business – Investing in Armenia" guides investors and tourism professionals seeking in-depth knowledge about Armenia's tourism sector. It allows them to make informed decisions by showcasing Armenia's unique cultural heritage, robust economic growth, and supportive business environment.
S Hotels & Resorts partners with Ascott to drive UK growth under ‘The Unlimited Collection’
S Hotels and Resorts PCL (SET: SHR), the hospitality arm of leading international development company Singha Estate PCL (SET: S) has partnered with The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the wholly owned lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment (SGX: 9CI), to reposition SHR properties in Edinburgh and Leicester under The Unlimited Collection brand. As part of the strategic move, Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street Hotel and The Grand Hotel Leicester will be rebranded under The Unlimited Collection, a brand that focuses on accentuating the unique cultural charms of each property. This collaboration will mark the Europe debut of The Unlimited Collection brand, which originates from Singapore.
Lindner Hotel Group wins German Brand Award in two main categories
The Lindner Hotel Group has received two awards in the main category Excellence in Brand Strategy and Creation for the new appearance and strategic repositioning of its Lindner Hotels & Resorts brand. The jury of the German Brand Awards explained its decision: Maintaining the balance between preservation and contemporary reinvention had succeeded outstandingly well.
Hotel performance test clauses in France – simple wording for maximum success
Termination clauses in hotel management agreements (“HMAs”) are keenly negotiated by owners to ensure the liquidity of their investment. These usually include a termination provision in the event the operator underperforms, generally known as a performance test clause. How are these clauses challenged before the courts in France?
By Anne Epinat and Christopher Boinet
2024 ISHC Young Leader Award presented to Briana Swift at IHIF
The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) in partnership with the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) presented the prestigious ISHC Young Leader Award to Briana Swift, Regional Vice President of Development - Northern Europe, Hyatt.
Alessio Lazazzera, General Manager of The Hotel Excelsior Venice Lido Resort, Elected by EHMA “European Hotel Manager of the Year 2024”
Hotel Excelsior Venice Lido Resort is thrilled to announce the remarkable achievement of Alessio Lazazzera, their esteemed General Manager, as the recipient of this year's esteemed "European Hotel Manager of the Year" Award bestowed by the EHMA - European Hotel Managers Association. This prestigious accolade recognises an active member who has demonstrated exceptional management prowess throughout the preceding year and over the course of their career.
Cycas Hospitality Expands Into Ireland
Cycas Hospitality’s growth continues into 2024 following their landmark appointment to manage The Ormond Hotel in Dublin on behalf of the Ormond Group, a leading hospitality group from Southeast Asia. This will be Cycas Hospitality’s first property in Ireland and marks another significant step in their pan-European expansion.
Ad hoc mandates “mandat ad hoc“ for expediating discussions with creditors in France
The French ad hoc mandate is a confidential procedure for the out-of-court settlement of disputes Its aim is to remedy a company’s financial situation before it is declared insolvent. The merits of ad hoc mandates , subject to the article L 611-3 of the French Commercial Code , are well established since these legal mechanisms have proved their worth in preventing and dealing with business difficulties.
By Anne Epinat and Christopher Boinet
McInerney Hospitality International Georgia to Manage Courtyard by Marriott Batumi
McInerney Hospitality International Georgia has been appointed by Sunshine Hospitality and Management LLC to manage the Courtyard by Marriott Batumi in Batumi, Georgia.
Aimbridge EMEA To Manage Costa Blanca Resort Grand Luxor Hotel & Village
Aimbridge EMEA, a division of global management leader Aimbridge Hospitality, has been appointed by Santa Maria Group to manage its independent, 402-key Grand Luxor Hotel & Village resort on the Costa Blanca beginning October 1, 2023. The deal marks a major milestone for both companies, signaling their joint ambition to accelerate growth and provide exceptional experiences in the market.
Valor Hospitality Partners Named Exclusive Operating Company for New Development in Batumi, Georgia
Valor Hospitality Partners, a global full-service hotel management company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the owners of the Petra Sea Resort in the Central Asian city of Batumi, Georgia. The groundbreaking partnership will mark the first master-planned, mixed-use development in the nation of Georgia and will include internationally branded resorts, serviced residents and extended stay apartments. Located on the Black Sea coast, the project will cover nearly 50 acres and include a wide variety of lifestyle food and beverage outlets, leisure and wellness facilities as well as retail spaces while offering stunning views of the coastline.
Cycas Appointed to Manage 25hours Hotel Terminus Nord in Paris
Cycas Hospitality has signed a hotel management agreement in its first partnership with Ennismore to operate the design-led 25hours Hotel Terminus Nord, bringing the hotel management company’s French portfolio to 10 hotels (over 1,500 rooms) in the region.
Hotel management agreements offer flexibility for hotel investment in France
Under the influence of international operators, hotel management methods in France and Europe have evolved, with management agreements increasingly being favoured over leases. The profile of hospitality investors has also changed, with highly professional funds able to adopt this type of management solution.
By Anne Epinat and Christopher Boinet
UNWTO to Help Thassos Rebuild Tourism with Residents at the Forefront
The new joint project will focus on two core issues, namely tourism marketing and community involvement in tourism on Thassos. The work is part of a wider focus to place local communities at the centre of tourism policies as the sector's recovery continues to gather pace.
62% of hospitality businesses think sector receives less support and attention than other industries
The majority of the UK’s hospitality businesses believe the industry is overlooked by the Government, new research from Peckwater Brands has found.
Baglioni Hotels & Resorts Now Manages Paradiso al Mare in Tuscany’s Forte dei Marmi
Baglioni Hotels & Resorts, the leading luxury Italian hotel Collection, is thrilled to announce its new management takeover in the beautiful Italian seaside town of Forte dei Marmi in Tuscany. The brand plans to embark on an exciting renovation project to transform the former “Paradiso al Mare” 3-star hotel on Via Machiavelli into a 5-star Baglioni Hotel, set to open its doors in 2026.
UNWTO Announces Winners of 2023 Students’ League-Bosnia & Herzegovina
The competition, launched around two categories – high school students and undergraduates - attracted applicants from leading educational institutions from across the country. In making their decision, the expert jury looked at the feasibility of the ideas presented by the teams through their social media campaigns as well as on their potential to contribute to the fulfillment of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Carlos Díez de la Lastra, CEO Les Roches, among the 150 most influential tourism professionals in Spain
For the fourth consecutive year, the consulting firm Sergestur(Servicios de Gestión Turística) has published its list of Spain’s 150 most influential professionals in the tourism sector.