Press Releases

Accor and LGBTI+ Business and Rights Forum Promote an Event to Discuss the Eradication of LGBTI+ Phobia

Accor, a global leader in hospitality, and the Fórum de Empresas e Direitos LGBTI+ (LGBTI+ Business and Rights Forum), a business movement that brings together large companies around 10 Commitments to the promotion of LGBTI+ human rights, promoted the event “Together for the Eradication of LGBTI+ phobia” on Friday, May 16, in São Paulo. Led by TchaKa Drag Queen, and held on the eve of the International Day to Combat LGBTI+ phobia, May 17, the meeting brought together public authorities, representatives of large companies, experts and civil society organizations to discuss concrete paths towards more diverse, safe and welcoming environments.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.