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Langham Launches Cookery School Led by Michelin-Starred Chef Michel Roux Jr.
Press Release
June 23

Michel Roux Leads London Culinary Journey for The Langham

Langham Hospitality Group adds Michelin-starred chef Michel Roux Jr. to its "Langham Luminaries" roster, leveraging his decade-long consultancy at The Langham, London to anchor the brand's global "Your Story. Our Legacy." campaign.

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Langham
London, United Kingdom
Why hotels are focusing on perceived value rather than price cuts
Opinion Article
June 22

Why hotels are focusing on perceived value rather than price cuts

BWH Hotels GB's 'Year of the Free Breakfast' campaign generated £13.1M in revenue and 124k room nights, illustrating how added-value strategies outperform rate cuts in driving occupancy and loyalty.

Tim  Rumney
By Tim Rumney, CEO, BWH Hotels GB
United Kingdom
RateGain accelerates European expansion with a doubled commercial team, as the region contributes 31.6% of total revenue
Supplier News
June 16

RateGain accelerates European expansion with a doubled commercial team, as the region contributes 31.6% of total revenue

RateGain doubled its European commercial team, expanded to eight countries, and reports Europe at 31.6% of FY2025 revenue, with France and Italy as new strategic growth markets.

RateGain Technologies Limited
RateGain
Spain
A lake full of fish: how to take direct bookings from zero to 60%
Opinion Article
May 27

A lake full of fish: how to take direct bookings from zero to 60%

Orea Hotels CEO Gorjan Lazarov shares how the Czech group grew direct bookings from near zero to 60% of revenue by combining brand investment, data infrastructure, and technology-driven guest experience.

Tom Brown
By Tom Brown, Principal Copywriter, Mews
Czech Republic
The 20% Revenue Hotels Are Quietly Giving Away to OTAs
Opinion Article
May 27

The 20% Revenue Hotels Are Quietly Giving Away to OTAs

Opinion piece arguing Southeast Asia hoteliers can cut OTA dependency from 65-70% to 35-40% within 18 months using AI chatbots, behavioural triggers, and direct-rate advantages now available for under $50/month.

Dr. Tong Yin
By Dr. Tong Yin, Founder and doctoral researcher, InsightBridge Global LLC
Sweden
Aethos Challenges the Conventions of Luxury Hospitality in ‘The Rules Are Different Here’ Brand Campaign
Press Release
April 27

Aethos Challenges the Conventions of Luxury Hospitality in ‘The Rules Are Different Here’ Brand Campaign

Aethos unveils its second brand campaign featuring celebrity models at Aethos Mallorca, with Milan pop-up activations and programming across all properties.

Aethos Hotels & Clubs
Aethos Hotels
Milan, Italy
IHG Expands Reward Offering In Germany Through PAYBACK Partnership
Press Release
April 27

IHG Expands Reward Offering In Germany Through PAYBACK Partnership

German guests can now earn PAYBACK points instead of IHG points when staying at participating hotels, redeemable across retail partners.

IHG Hotels & Resorts
IHG
Germany
Ad Guide
The next-gen metrics that move hotel P&L

Hotel tech has changed what's possible – and measurable. RevPAR and ADR aren't enough; discover the metrics that really matter. 

Mews
Mews
Ad AI Hospitality
Ernest - Lighthouse's AI for hoteliers

"Just tell me why my weekend pickup dropped." With Ernest, now you can ask your commercial data anything, and act on the answer. 

Lighthouse
Lighthouse
Five London Hotels Capture 57% of AI Recommendations: What a New Study Reveals About AI Travel Distribution
HN Original
Opinion Article
March 16

Five London Hotels Capture 57% of AI Recommendations: What a New Study Reveals About AI Travel Distribution

Study of 2,700 AI queries shows five London luxury hotels captured 57% of AI recommendations, with Google AI Mode routing favouring OTAs over direct booking

Shamus  Smith
By Shamus Smith, Founder, LuxDirect
London, United Kingdom
Mastering Profiling, Personalisation and Targeting Needs More Than Data at Whittlebury Park
Opinion Article
March 11

Mastering Profiling, Personalisation and Targeting Needs More Than Data at Whittlebury Park

Bradley Spielman at Whittlebury Park shares strategies for marketing to diverse audiences including spa guests, golfers, motorsport fans, and corporate groups using data-driven personas.

Ryan Haynes
By Ryan Haynes, Director/Lead Consultant, Hoteliers' Voice Podcast/ Haynes MarComs Ltd
United Kingdom
Social, Search, and the Fight for Direct Bookings: A Conversation with Cendyn and HOSPITALITY X at ITB Berlin
HN TV
Interview
March 10

Social, Search, and the Fight for Direct Bookings: A Conversation with Cendyn and HOSPITALITY X at ITB Berlin

Cendyn's CEO and HOSPITALITY X Co-Founder discuss how social media evolved from brand awareness to direct conversion channel at ITB Berlin.

Michael Bennett, and Otto Konstantin Lindner in conversation with Simone Puorto
Berlin, Germany
Visit Hungary expands use of Amadeus Media Solutions to drive demand to the destination
Supplier News
March 5

Visit Hungary expands use of Amadeus Media Solutions to drive demand to the destination

The partnership delivered a 20% increase in bookings via travel agents year over year using targeted campaigns and comprehensive travel data.

Hungary
A hotel juggling identity - marketing profiling, personalising and targeting for success
Opinion Article
March 3

A hotel juggling identity - marketing profiling, personalising and targeting for success

Bradley Spielman from Whittlebury Park explains how the hotel uses guest personas and targeted CRM data to market effectively across golf, spa, events, and motorsport audiences.

Ryan Haynes
By Ryan Haynes, Director/Lead Consultant, Hoteliers' Voice Podcast/ Haynes MarComs Ltd
United Kingdom
Hoteliers Voice Whittlebury Park on Profiling Personalisation and Targeting the Right Market
Podcast
February 24

Hoteliers' Voice - Whittlebury Park on profiling, personalisation and targeting the right market

Bradley Spillman discusses how Whittlebury Park uses data and digital tools to market three distinct business lines while expanding into new segments like families.

Ryan Haynes
Ryan Haynes, Director/Lead Consultant, Hoteliers' Voice Podcast/ Haynes MarComs Ltd
United Kingdom
skift.com
External Article
January 21

Google’s Advice for Travel Brands: Forget Generic Keywords, AI Can Read Your Photos

Google's travel industry head advises brands to optimize for AI interpretation of images and reviews rather than traditional keyword strategies.

skift.com
skift
London, United Kingdom
Haynes MarComs Ltd
Opinion Article
January 15

What does ‘family focused’ really mean in a hotel? A General Manager’s inside secrets

A whimsical corridor of mushrooms. A painting of a floppy-eared dog dressed to the nines in military finery. An inclusive spa that favours family time over restrictive hours. A dog bath before you’ve even reached the lobby. I’ve only been exploring New Park Manor for five minutes, and already it’s clear there’s something a little bit different about this hotel.

Ryan Haynes
By Ryan Haynes, Director/Lead Consultant, Hoteliers' Voice Podcast/ Haynes MarComs Ltd
United Kingdom
Ad AI Hospitality
Ernest - Lighthouse's AI for hoteliers

"Just tell me why my weekend pickup dropped." With Ernest, now you can ask your commercial data anything, and act on the answer. 

Lighthouse
Lighthouse
Haynes MarComs Ltd
Opinion Article
January 15

What does ‘family focused’ really mean in a hotel? A General Manager’s inside secrets

A whimsical corridor of mushrooms. A painting of a floppy-eared dog dressed to the nines in military finery. An inclusive spa that favours family time over restrictive hours. A dog bath before you’ve even reached the lobby. I’ve only been exploring New Park Manor for five minutes, and already it’s clear there’s something a little bit different about this hotel.

Ryan Haynes
By Ryan Haynes, Director/Lead Consultant, Hoteliers' Voice Podcast/ Haynes MarComs Ltd
United Kingdom
The power of response: how Milan hotels can prepare for the Winter Olympic Games
Supplier News
January 12

The power of response: how Milan hotels can prepare for the Winter Olympic Games

Data shows Milan hotels respond to only 24-50% of reviews compared to 61.7% European average, with lessons from Paris 2024 Olympics highlighting pricing and reputation risks.

Shiji Favicon
Shiji
Milan, Italy
Very Important Pet: the dog-friendly stays boosting luxury hotel revenue
Opinion Article
January 8

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.

Tom Brown
By Tom Brown, Principal Copywriter, Mews
London, United Kingdom
Mapping the $158 Billion Impact of Online Travel Agencies
Opinion Article
December 12, 2025

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.

Peter Lochbihler
By Peter Lochbihler, Global Director Public Affairs, Booking.com
The Netherlands
Rail Tourism Awards 2025: Honouring the most inspiring campaigns that connect Europe by rail
Press Release
December 5, 2025

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.

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European Travel Commission (ETC)
The Netherlands
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