Very Important Pet: the dog-friendly stays boosting luxury hotel revenue
South Place Hotel's VIP pet strategy increased weekend dog bookings from zero to 3-5 rooms, driving higher guest spending and repeat business.
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Travel affordability matters: how Booking.com helps consumers save and make informed choices
Booking.com responds to Dutch consumer legal action by citing Oxford Economics research showing OTAs saved travelers $69.4 billion in Europe between 2019-2021.
By Peter Lochbihler, Global Director Public Affairs, Booking.com
Rail Tourism Awards 2025: Honouring the most inspiring campaigns that connect Europe by rail
European Travel Commission and Eurail honor 23 campaigns promoting rail travel, with winners from Switzerland Tourism, Rail Europe, Slovenske železnice, and Sweet/Silverrail.
Barriere Hotels Are Now Becoming Barriere Collection: a New Era for One of France's Most Iconic Luxury Hospitality Brands
The French luxury group is restructuring its century-old portfolio into four distinct collections: Signature (Fouquet's ultra-luxury), Heritage (iconic resorts), Address (boutique Maison Barrière), and Premium (business-leisure).
Inside UMusic Hospitality & Lifestyle: Personalizing the guest experience through music
UMusic Hospitality president Jordi Solé explains how Universal Music Group's hotel brand uses curated music experiences to create emotional connections and differentiation.
Karen Stephens, Chief Marketing Officer, Revinate, Inc.
MICE + hoteliers: it’s time to capitalize on London as a center of knowledge
Knowland by Cendyn's London MICE market report shows Corporate segment leads at 48% share, with Training and Education showing highest growth driven by employee upskilling trends.
By Robin Mittal, Product Marketing Manager, Cendyn, Cendyn™
UN Tourism Advances Accessibility with Focus on Ukraine
UN Tourism has reaffirmed its commitment to accessibility, advancing national strategies while also highlighting the achievements of Ukrainian destinations to become more inclusive.
GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2025 in Hamburg Spotlights Advocacy, Innovation and Resilience in European Business Travel
Business travel’s evolving landscape and the drive toward a more sustainable future took center stage this week at the GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2025 in Hamburg. From 10–12 November, the CCH – Congress Center Hamburg hosted one of Europe’s largest gatherings of business travel and meetings professionals, where industry leaders, practitioners and innovators came together to share insights, tackle emerging challenges and chart a course for what’s next in corporate travel.
Hoteliers’ POV - Marketing and revenue resilience on changing waters
The travel and tourism sector is predicted to grow 5.8% every year until 2032 (World Travel & Tourism Council). This should bode well for hotels.
By Ryan Haynes, Director/Lead Consultant, Hoteliers' Voice Podcast/ Haynes MarComs Ltd
Sense of Place and Luxury Group Experiences with Canaves Collection in Santorini
Santorini possesses one of the most irrefutably incredible landscapes in the world. From its soaring cliffs overlooking the calm azure Aegean Sea to the white, red, and black sand beaches formed by eons of volcanic activity, Thera, the island’s official name in Greek, has become synonymous with the nation’s interpretation of hospitality. It remains a longstanding and foremost destination for luxury romantic escapes and families looking for authentic experiences.
By Adam Mogelonsky and Larry Mogelonsky
The Fundació Turisme Responsable de Mallorca renews its UN Tourism QUEST certification
UN Tourism has renewed the UN Tourism QUEST certification for the Fundació Turisme Responsable de Mallorca (Spain), recognising the organisation's ongoing commitment to excellence in destination management and governance.
Passalacqua as the World’s Best Hotel and Hospitality’s True Soul
What does it take to be recognized as the best hotel in the world? With the latest estimates putting it at around 187,000 properties worldwide, winning this distinction is, statistically speaking, more prestigious than the Academy Awards or nearly any other glamorous honor for other industries. While some may think its perfect service and glamorous accommodations, the real answer is soul.
By Adam Mogelonsky and Larry Mogelonsky
Luxury Travelers Seek Authenticity Over Uniformity, Finds Fauchon L'Hôtel Paris Survey
Fauchon L'Hôtel Paris, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, recently conducted a survey among luxury travel advisors to determine what really matters to their clients when selecting a hotel.
196+ forum Munich: Jury selected ten nominated hotels for “Hotel Property Award 2025”
For the “Hotel Property Award 2025,” which will be presented during the 196+ forum conference on Wednesday, 8 October at Hotel Bayerischer Hof in Munich, the interdisciplinary jury has nominated ten hotels from six countries, chosen from 25 submissions across nine European countries.
Tenth Edition of Bulgaria’s Largest Hospitality Conference, Hotel & Tourism Investment Forum – HTIF 2025, to See Impressive Turnout of over 600 Hotels Owners, Managers and Investors
The tenth anniversary edition of Bulgaria’s largest hospitality conference, the Hotel & Tourism Investment Forum – HTIF 2025, is expected to see an impressive turnout of over 600 hotel owners and executives from all over the country on October 14-15 at the National Palace of Culture (NDK) in Sofia. The event will also be attended by tour operators, representatives of hotel brands, educational institutions, the state and municipal administration, industry vendors and official guests.
WTTC’s Global Summit to Host Top Italian Travel & Tourism Leaders
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) upcoming 25th Global Summit - the world's most influential global tourism event - will feature some of Italy's most prominent Travel & Tourism leaders, including the global body's Chair-Elect, Manfredi Lefebvre, one of the most recognised names in the industry.
Preserving a Palazzo and Pioneering Its Future with Six Senses Rome GM Francesca Tozzi
At the luxury and ultraluxury levels, what we see throughout the world is not just lavish amenities and impeccable service, but a dedication by the brands, developers, owners and onsite teams to steward the local community, cherishing its past while responsibly guiding its present for a better future.
By Adam Mogelonsky and Larry Mogelonsky
WTTC Unveils First Wave of Heavyweight Speakers for Landmark 25th Global Summit in Rome
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today revealed the first wave of headline speakers for its milestone 25th Global Summit in Rome, which includes a glittering line-up of some of the most influential figures shaping the future of the sector.
Early Bird Fee Extended to August 26th for Digitech & Commercial Strategy Forum Netherlands!
Many of you asked and we listened! With so many people away on summer holidays, we have extended the Early Bird rate for the DigiTech & Commercial Strategy Forum in the Netherlands. This gives you a little extra time to secure your place at the best available rate.
Dusit International Signs Strategic Partnership for Hotel Development in France
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with SYDEL, a French real estate investment company, to establish Dusit France – a joint venture created to bring Dusit’s unique brand of Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to France for the first time.