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Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Unveils New Global Brand Campaign – Fairmont Presents “Make Special Happen” – a Cinematic Tribute to the Brand’s Heritage as Storied Celebrators

World-renowned luxury hospitality brand, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, today reveals its new global brand campaign, Fairmont Presents ”Make Special Happen”. Paying homage to the brand’s centurion heritage as host to some of the world’s most storied celebrations and history-making moments, as well as its legacy with the silver screen, the creative tells the story of the build-up to a grand celebration, capturing how Fairmont colleagues and guests come together to “Make Special Happen”. The resulting campaign is Fairmont at its most captivating, elevating the art of making every moment a celebration.

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Preferred Hotels & Resorts Launches the Luxury Travel Report 2025

Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand representing more than 600 hotels across 80 countries, today released its first Luxury Travel Report — a comprehensive luxury consumer trends study developed in partnership with The Harris Poll. The findings affirm that the desire for travel remains robust, with luxury travelers planning an average of eight leisure trips this year — including three international journeys — and over half expecting to spend more on travel than in 2024.

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Hotelschool The Hague to Host EuroCHRIE 2025, a Leading Conference on Hospitality and Tourism

From 10 to 13 November 2025, hospitality professionals, educators, and researchers from around the world will gather in The Hague as Hotelschool The Hague hosts the EuroCHRIE 2025 Conference. The annual event, organised by the European Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education (EuroCHRIE), is one of the most influential events in hospitality and tourism education.

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RIU celebrates 20th Anniversary Gala in Cape Verde

On 29 April, RIU Hotels & Resorts celebrated its 20th Anniversary Gala, which commemorated the opening of its first hotel in Cape Verde on Sal Island in 2005: the Riu Funana. The ceremony was presided over by His Excellency Dr Ulisses Correia e Silva, Prime Minister of Cape Verde, along with other distinguished members of his government, and by Félix Casado, member of the RIU Board of Directors and Chief Operating Officer in Cape Verde. The Gala aimed to reflect the importance of Cape Verde for RIU, as well as to highlight the work of the past 20 years and the great link they have with the local community. For this, RIU presented 35 awards to its most renowned collaborators, suppliers and local organisations in the country.

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American Express Reveals the Top Trends Shaping Luxury Travel

From experiential journeys and ‘bleisure’ travel to technology-driven bookings, led by Millennials and Gen Z, Veronique Raynaud, Vice President and General Manager, Global Client Group International Merchant Services, at Amex – an HSMAI Europe organisational member – highlights trends the hotel industry can leverage to boost customer acquisition, engagement, and loyalty.

HSMAI Europe
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Unlocking Travel Insights and Hospitality Partnerships with American Express

American Express’ deep consumer understanding, customer-centric approach, and strategic partnerships offer valuable opportunities for the hotel industry. From evolving luxury travel trends to the rising influence of younger generations, Amex’s research highlights how hoteliers can enhance loyalty, refine payment strategies, and create tailored experiences that attract high-value travellers. Through its extensive network and premium travel benefits, Amex – an organisational member of HSMAI Europe – also provides partnership opportunities that enable hotels to drive engagement, elevate guest experiences, and maximise revenue, as the company’s Vice President and General Manager, Global Client Group International Merchant Services, Veronique Raynaud, explains.

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Marriott Bonvoy Introduces “Travel Roulette” in Celebration of 1 Million U.S. Hotel Rooms and Spontaneous Travel Adventures

In a world where every moment seems meticulously planned, many travelers are seeking more spontaneity and excitement. As a result, the social media trend “vacation roulette,” where families or friends embrace the unknown and turn travel decision making into a game by eliminating destinations until one remains, has gone viral, reflecting a broader desire for new experiences. In fact, a recent survey1 by Marriott Bonvoy reveals that more than 2 in 5 (43%) Americans will book an unplanned trip less than two months out and/or will opt for a trip to a randomly selected destination this year. To celebrate this spirit of adventure, and in honor of reaching 1 million hotel rooms in the U.S., Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International, Inc.’s portfolio of hotel brands and experiences, is launching Marriott Bonvoy Roulette, a fun digital experience that turns travel planning into a game of chance.

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Choice Hotels International Concludes its 69th Annual Convention, Powering the Future of Franchise Ownership

Last week, Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), concluded its 69th Annual Convention. Over the course of three days, Choice Hotels showcased how its growth, strategic investments, and innovation-first mindset continue to power the future of franchise ownership by helping to drive revenue, reduce costs, and provide state-of-the-art tools for its hotel owners. During the convention, the company announced the piloting of signature breakfast items for its Comfort and Country Inn & Suites brands.

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