DBS Preview: "Brand is a major success driver for direct booking strategies"
The Direct Booking Summit: EMEA 2019 will be touching down in Paris on June 12-13.
Press Releases
Meliá Hotels International Ratifies Its Leadership As The Hotel Company With The Best Reputation In Spain According To Merco
Meliá Hotels International remains among the 20 companies with the best reputation in Spain and for the seventh consecutive year leads the Merco Empresas y Líderes ranking for the hotel industry. The company led by Gabriel Escarrer - ranked 26th out of 100 business leaders by reputation - is the only travel company included in the Ibex 35 and has once again demonstrated its brand strength and the recognition of its stakeholders.
Practical Advice for Visiting Barcelona
Barcelona is one of the greatest cities in the world. Home to sublime and amazing architecture, vibrant nightlife, and is a truly wonderful coastal location. It has great accommodation options from budget to luxury hotels and Barcelona holiday apartments are plentiful.
By Ismael González Serrano, Journalist, Into the Marketing (itmK)
World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism to Analyse the Sector’s Potential as a Source of Jobs, Entrepreneurship and Innovation
The countdown begins for the 5th World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism to be held on 2 and 3 May in Donostia-San Sebastián, organized by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Basque Culinary Center (BCC). International experts will analyse and discuss the influence and capacity of gastronomy tourism to create employment and promote entrepreneurship and how to increase its potential in the future. Registration to attend the forum is still open here.
Meliá Hotels International Enhances The Role Of Voice Of Consumer In Its Social Media Strategy Together With Flowics
Meliá Hotels International, one of the most influential Spanish hotel companies in social media, has announced the launch of a new marketing strategy based on User-Generated Content (UGC) to provide more authentic messages in its digital contacts with consumers. The company is a world leader in resort hotels and has chosen Flowics as its technology partner for the worldwide, multi-brand implementation of the project.
Magnuson Hotels CEO to Join Accor, Preferred, Interstate Chiefs at Berlin IHIF Brand Panel
London UK/Spokane WA - Magnuson Worldwide's global hotel brand is proud to sponsor the 22nd International Hotel Investment Forum 2019 at the fabulous InterContinental Hotel in Berlin, Germany.
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian Introduces New Concierge Service in Response to Traveller’s Requests
In response to consumer demand, Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian has announced a new concierge offering called 'Book Master,' which is now available for guests at the iconic Edinburgh hotel.
ITB Berlin: Medical Tourism Is Booming Worldwide
Berlin - The world of medical tourism has long become globalised: according to the latest report by VISA and Oxford Economics (www.bit.ly/2SVZd7O), the global medical tourism industry is currently worth around 100 billion dollars. Forecasts for 2025 see growth reaching up to 25 percent. This industry is a significant economic factor for many countries and regions. From 6 to 10 March the World's Leading Travel Trade Show will be giving this mega-market of the future its own platform for the third time at the Medical Tourism Pavilion in Hall 21b.
ITB Berlin Convention looks at the future of travel
Big names and leading international companies focus on forward-looking transportation systems and the shift in customer demands in the luxury travel market - Presentation of the latest results of an exclusive international report by Travelzoo and ITB Berlin - For exhibitors, trade visitors and the media admission to the ITB Berlin Convention 2019 from 6 to 9 March is included in the price of a ticket
ITB Business Travel Forum: Knowing what is important tomorrow
Experts provide information on changing face of mobility - Focus on practical advantages for users - Networking lunch on the combined stand of the VDR and ITB BerlinBerlin, 28 January 2019 - Smart mobility concepts for the future: on 6 und 7 March 2019 the ITB Business Travel Forum will be providing information on innovative approaches such as mobility apps and ride sharing services, which will have a long-term impact on business travel in the future. The two-day event will also highlight how the business travel market can react to the challenges posed by the ever-quickening pace of new sharing concepts, digitalisation and globalisation. For exhibitors, trade visitors and the media, admission to the ITB Business Travel Forum in Hall 7.1a, Room New York 1, is included in the price of a ticket.
Focus on digitality and the ‘human factor’ at the ITB MICE Forum 2019
The latest trends and strategies for the future at the international meeting place of the industry's event managers at the World's Leading Travel Trade Show - Headline topic: what is the role of analogue touchpoints in the age of the digital revolution? - New: for the first time the MICE Forum will take place over two days and occupy its own hall along with Business Travel
How authentic and alternative accommodations are fuelling the UK traveller
London - Ever dreamt of staying in a lodge to observe wildlife in its natural habitat? Or of spending a holiday in an idyllic country house to reconnect with nature? Research from Booking.com has uncovered that one fifth of UK travellers (26%)* plan to stay in one of the aforementioned types of accommodation in 2019.
Proud Partners: YHS Goes To PFHS
Organized by Terra International, Lda, the 4th Edition of Portugal's Future Hoteliers Summit (PFHS) was held on 17 & 18 November 2018 at Monte da Quinta Resort in Faro. In-line with the ethos of the Young Hoteliers Summit (YHS), which is to provide a platform for the future generation of the hospitality industry to exchange ideas, participate in discussions with industry leaders, and gain insightful knowledge and access to the industry, PFHS aims to do the same for the aspiring hoteliers of Portugal.
IH&RA served as co-organizer of the MedaWeek Hospitality Forum Barcelona in November 2018
At the 2018 Barcelona Hospitality Forum, IH&RA, the global association of hotels and restaurants, was the co-organizer, with ASCAME, of a special hospitality symposium at MedaWeek, during which the organization's President Dr. Ghassan AIDI addressed several issues that concern the industry.
Meeting Professionals International Launches European Road Show at IBTM World
Meeting Professionals International (MPI), the world's largest meeting and event industry association, today launched its European Road Show with its first stop in Barcelona at IBTM World, November 2018. As part of the Road Show, MPI leadership will travel throughout Europe to meet with industry leaders and influencers to share industry trends, research, tips and the value of MPI member networking and educational opportunities. The goal of the Road Show is to increase European membership participation at MPI educational and networking events and promote awareness and advocacy of the community's impact on the worldwide stage.
How Mama Shelter Uniquely Blends Key Hospitality Elements
9 cities, 6 countries, 9 restaurants, 1,156 rooms... Mama is everywhere and takes care of everything! Creator of living spaces and daily director, Mama Shelter has established itself in the heart of the most beautiful cities in the world to offer you an urban refuge that is both modern and full of spirit, but also warm and sexy. Skift reveals Mama's recipe for success in its report "European Hospitality's Creative Renaissance".
First LGBT+ Tourism Summit to take place in Malta
International experts will discuss market developments, new marketing strategies and the economic prospects for the LGBT travel segment - The Malta Tourism Authority is collaborating with ITB Berlin, the host of the first LGBT+ Tourism Summit from 22 to 23 November 2018
Move Over Meditation. Brits are Ironing to De-stress
This November, Hilton Garden Inn is launching an Ironing Club for guests, in response to two-thirds of Brits opting for ironing over yoga or meditation in a bid to relax.
125 Years of Excellence and a Bright Future
In the company of high officials of the Swiss Confederation and the Canton of Vaud, Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne celebrated its 125th anniversary on the night of October 15th.
Meliá Hotels International, Among The Most Influential Companies In Social Media
The importance of social media in corporate reputation and business performance in the hotel industry is beyond dispute. Well aware of this, Meliá Hotels International (MHI) has implemented an extensive social media communication strategy through all its corporate and hotel brand profiles.