HVS Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin - Week Ending 12 June 2026
Four European hotel transactions totaling over €150M, spanning Rome, Barcelona, Santorini, and Andalusia, involving buyers including ADIA, AX Partners, Extendam, and Silken Hotels.
Press Releases
Thailand’s branded residences market tops THB205bn (USD6.4bn) with Asia’s biggest share of launched supply
C9 Hotelworks' 2026 report finds Thailand holds 26% of Asia's branded residences supply, with 13,124 launched units worth THB205bn, led by Bangkok, Phuket, and emerging resort markets.
FHS WORLD ANNOUNCES FIRST SPEAKERS FOR 2026 EDITION
FHS World 2026, themed "Reinvest in our Future," runs 29 Sep to 1 Oct at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, with 30 speakers confirmed including executives from Kerzner, Marriott, Radisson, and Rotana.
HFTP AI Collective Unveils Strategic Roadmap at HITEC 2026
HFTP launches its AI Collective Roadmap at HITEC 2026, including a practitioner-focused AI certificate program due Fall 2026, an industry AI portal, and a framework for AI data standards.
Marriott International and CG Hospitality Global Sign Multi-Unit Agreement to Open Three Properties across India and Nepal
Marriott and CG Hospitality Global signed a deal for three properties: Ritz-Carlton Kathmandu, Westin Kathmandu, and JW Marriott Siliguri, adding ~450 keys and targeting a 2031 opening.
From Relief to Resilience: Marriott International’s Commitment to Students and Families in the Wake of Los Angeles Wildfires
Marriott International details its Los Angeles wildfire response, including 12,000 meals distributed, $245,000 in associate relief, and $1M in donated goods, alongside ongoing community celebrations for displaced and unhoused students.
Kenya Boosts Africa's Tourism Growth, Emerging as a Leading Sustainable Tourism Powerhouse
WTTC's 2026 Economic Impact Research shows Kenya's T&T sector contributed $12.7B (9.3% of GDP) in 2025, while Africa's sector hit $228B and is forecast to grow 5.4% in 2026.
NIQ and AHLA reveal scale of beverage growth opportunities in U.S. hotels
NIQ and AHLA's Hotel Beverage Study 2026, based on 5,000 U.S. hotel visitors, finds soft drinks lead purchase intent at 47%, with domestic travel growth expanding supplier opportunities.
HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter - Week Ending 12 June 2026
HVS weekly newsletter covers five Asia Pacific hotel deals: REIT acquisitions in Japan and the Philippines, Oscars Group buying Hotel Diplomat in Sydney, AB Capital expanding in Kanagawa, and Singapore easing hotel development rules in heritage precincts.
Destination AI and Hospitality Net Host A Webinar on the Current State of Robotics in Hospitality
A live webinar on June 25 will gather hospitality operators and robotics leaders to discuss ROI, adoption barriers, and real-world deployment of robots across U.S. hotels.
GBTA Brings Industry Voices to Capitol Hill to Champion Business Travel’s Value and Economic Impact
120 GBTA members from 31 states met with Congress to advocate for business travel priorities, citing $624B in U.S. economic impact, 6.7M jobs, and key policies on aviation, SAF, and border efficiency.
UK Travelers Lead Europe in Using AI and Social Media To Plan Holidays, New Study Reveals
MMGY Travel Intelligence's 2026 study finds 52% of UK travellers use AI for trip planning, up 12 points year-on-year, the fastest growth among five major European markets surveyed.
Minor Hotels Partners with Saving the Wild to Launch Wine Collection in Support of Conservation
Minor Hotels launches a three-wine collection with Saving the Wild and Hoopenburg Wine Estate, served across African properties from May 2026, with proceeds funding wildlife crime legislation advocacy.
WTTC Brings Global Tourism Leaders to Valletta as Malta's Travel & Tourism Sector Continues to Thrive
WTTC's Global Summit will be held in Valletta, Malta from 7-9 October 2026, as the country's tourism sector is forecast to contribute $4.9B to GDP and support 72,200 jobs in 2026.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Sets New Benchmark for Trusted, Seamless Travel Across Borders
WTTC research covering 20 years of FIFA World Cup border innovation shows the 2026 tournament processed 5.9M ESTA applications and enrolled 1.6M travellers in trusted traveller programmes across three host nations.
Hilton Announces Winners of Inaugural Americas Franchise Owner Performance Awards
Hilton's first annual Americas Franchise Owner Performance Awards names 25 winners across five categories, recognizing franchise owners for service, guest satisfaction, and operational excellence.
Accor and Inspired By KM launch "ibis unlocked" to support young people furthest from employment towards new opportunities
Accor and Kylian Mbappé's charity IBKM launch "ibis unlocked" in Brazil, France, Morocco, and Thailand, targeting NEET youth with digital training, NGO support, and hotel immersion experiences across ibis's 2,500+ properties.
Gain Advisors Named Recipient of the Mews 2026 Strategic Star Award
Gain Advisors received the Mews 2026 Strategic Star Award at the Mews Unfold forum in Amsterdam, recognizing its advisory model built on senior hospitality practitioners driving measurable commercial outcomes for hoteliers.
The Long Run and APOLA to Advance Sustainable Outdoor Lodging in Asia Pacific
The Long Run and APOLA signed an MOU to collaborate on events, knowledge exchange, and membership engagement, targeting a glamping sector growing at 15% annually across Asia Pacific.
Legendary hotelier Horst Schulze inducted into School of Hotel and Tourism Management Gallery of Honour
Horst Schulze, founding member of Ritz-Carlton and founder of Capella Hotel Group, received the SHTM Lifetime Achievement Award and Gallery of Honour induction at Hong Kong PolyU on 5 June 2026.