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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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, 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.
Nestled in the vibrant heart of London, Stand Palace, part of L+R Hotels, is a historic landmark that has welcomed travellers since 1909. Moments from landmarks like Trafalgar Square and the lively atmosphere of Covent Garden, this 788-room hotel seamlessly blends modern comforts with traditional British charm. The hotel provides guests with an ideal setting for both leisure and business.
The Hotel Marketing Association (HMA) has officially unveiled the shortlist for its prestigious 30th annual Hotel Marketing Awards – marking a major milestone in championing marketing excellence across UK hospitality.
For some, the Eurovision Song Contest is just another TV show on a Saturday night, but for many, it is THE event of the year! To countless viewers, it’s the Olympics of music - a moment to share with friends and family, and to root for your favorite entry. For some lucky die-hard fans, it’s even time to travel to Basel, as the live broadcast is staged in front of a large, enthusiastic audience. As such, the Eurovision Song Contest represents a unique opportunity for the city's hospitality sector to showcase its offerings on a global stage. Beyond the spectacle, Eurovision is a prime example of – a growing travel trend where fans journey to experience live music events. Let’s review how such a cultural event can drive “event tourism” to Basel and impact the city's international attractiveness.
The 8th annual Luxury Hospitality Symposium (LHS) successfully concluded on March 19th, 2025, at the Autograph Bankside Hotel, London, leaving a lasting impact on aspiring luxury hospitality professionals.
HBX Group (HBX.SM), a leading independent B2B travel technology marketplace, shares a first glimpse into MarketHub Europe 2025, scheduled from April 1 to 4, 2025, in the Algarve, Portugal. Hosted at Tivoli Marina Vilamoura Algarve Resort, part of Minor Hotels, this invitation-only event will convene industry leaders for discussions, insights, and networking opportunities that will shape the future of travel and tourism.
The highly anticipated 8th annual Luxury Hospitality Symposium (LHS) will take place on March 19th, 2025, at the prestigious Autograph Bankside Hotel in London. This premier event, organized by academics and students, serves as a vital bridge between aspiring luxury hospitality professionals and luxury hospitality industry leaders.
Groupe Floirat, the long-standing leader in French luxury hospitality, announces its rebranding to Floirat Signatures, reflecting the group’s continued commitment to delivering exceptional experiences while embracing a refreshed identity.
Taking as its slogan ’The World of Travel Lives Here’, ITB Berlin 2025 is taking place from 4 to 6 March 2025. Fully booked halls and a record number of 5,800 national and international exhibitors (5 per cent more than in 2024) from over 170 countries underline the global reach of the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show, while the ITB Buyers Circle with its 1,300 senior buyers is an indicator of the industry’s upturn. Particularly in the key travel segments of Cruises and Travel Technology for example, but also in the dynamic markets of Southern Europe, Asia, Africa and the Arab states, there has been significant growth. Albania is presenting itself as the host country with the slogan ’Albania All Senses’. Taking as its heading ’The Power of Transition Lives Here’, the ITB Berlin Convention will address the challenges and opportunities of a changing market with high-profile speakers from companies including Expedia, DERTOUR, Google, Uber, Booking.com, Microsoft Advertising, Wyndham, UN Tourism, TUI, Ryanair and many more. The latest World Travel Monitor® findings of IPK International reflect the industry's positive mood.
Truly, there’s no place like Rome. The Eternal City is forever a delight to visit for work or for pleasure. Over the past five years, the Italian capital has gone through a hospitality renaissance, with incredible hotels opening (or reopening) throughout its ancient center. This has forced every market participant to step up their game.
According to guest evaluations, the best hotel in Bulgaria for 2024 is the five-star Voya Beach Resort in Sveti Vlas, closely followed by Kashmir Wellness and Spa (Velingrad) and the Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia.
The challenges and tasks facing a tourism industry in transition are the focus of the ITB Berlin Convention 2025, which takes place from 4 to 6 March at the Berlin Exhibition Centre. Under the motto ‘The Power of Transition lives here’, trade visitors can look forward to an ambitious and comprehensive programme with high-profile presentations and discussions on the future of travel.
UN Tourism’s (former UNWTO) new headquarters presentation is expected to take place amid upcoming elections for the Secretary-General, which will be held in May in Madrid, the capital city that hosts the UN agency.
The Hotel Marketing Association (HMA) is delighted to announce the 30th annual HMA Hotel Marketing Awards – marking three decades of recognising and celebrating marketing excellence within the UK's hotel industry. This milestone event will take place in June 2025, honouring outstanding marketing campaigns and exceptional talent that have significantly contributed to the sector’s success.