IBTM World 2019 Named Best International Trade Show
IBTM World, part of RX (Reed Exhibitions), has won Best International Trade Show in the Exhibition News Awards for its 2019 event.
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The Riu Palace Maspalomas Reopens As A 5-star Hotel Following A Full Refurbishment
RIU Hotels & Resorts announces the reopening of the Riu Palace Maspalomas in Gran Canaria. Following an impressive 5-month refurbishment, the hotel has moved up into the 5-star category and is now an Adults Only establishment. Guests at the Riu Palace Maspalomas can now enjoy an exclusive holiday experience with the renowned RIU service at this elegant and modern establishment that has new restaurants, bars and services. With this reopening, all of RIU's hotels in Spain are operative and all of those in Gran Canaria have been refurbished.
FREO to invest €400 million in Spanish hotels
FREO Group, the trusted operating partner of global investors that provides unrivalled access to on-the-ground real estate experts in Europe, the UK and the US, has launched a new platform aiming to invest €400 million in hotels in Spain on behalf of institutional capital.
IBTM World Launches Hosted Buyer Registration
Hosted Buyer registration is now open for IBTM World, which will be held for the first time in a hybrid format.
Duetto Partners With Spain’s Institute Of Hotel Technology
The Institute of Hotel Technology (ITH) has today entered a partnership with Duetto, hospitality’s innovative software as a service provider of revenue strategy solutions.
Six Senses Ibiza Is Now Open
This weekend marks the highly anticipated opening of Six Senses Ibiza, poised to establish itself as one of the world's most discerning destinations for today's generation of creatives and culture seekers.
Mixed Picture: Occupancy On The Books In Barcelona And The Balearic Islands
Earlier this year during the Hotel Data Conference: Global Edition, we presented an occupancy-on-the-books update for the Barcelona and Balearic Island markets. Fast-forward to the latest 365-day outlook (as of 7 June 2021), and we still see a mixture picture but with some improvement for these two key hotel markets in the Mediterranean region.
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid Is Now Open
On 1st July 2021, the much anticipated Hard Rock Hotel Madrid opened its doors. Located at the Golden Triangle of Art in the Spanish capital, the hotel is the newest addition to an international portfolio and compliments the brand's recent growth throughout Europe.
Spanish Hotel Bookings Bounce Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels, Leading Industry Recovery Ahead of Major European Markets
The volume of hotel bookings in Spain has returned to the same levels of two years ago, according to data collected from the SiteMinder World Hotel Index on June 28, 2021.
Enjoy An Idyllic Mediterranean Escape This Summer At Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa
Jumeirah Group opened the doors to its exquisite Mallorcan clifftop retreat, Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa on 10 June 2021, and is inviting guests to make up for months of missed vacation opportunities with a sun-soaked Mediterranean summer to remember.
Concepció by Nobis, Now Open
With its laidback charm, abundance of culture and easy duality of sea and city, it's no wonder that the Nobis group chose Palma as the location for its first property outside Scandinavia. Opened this June in the Mallorcan capital, Concepció by Nobis brings together the Swedish brand's signature Scandi style with a sophisticated Spanish charm, both played out in a historic building that is located on the border of the city's Old Town. Home to just 31 guestrooms, Concepció by Nobis is as much a spot in which for people to socialize in as it is an intimate place to stay, as witnessed in the property's flow of open spaces that include a restaurant, bar and lounge, rooms for meetings and events, and a standout pool and terrace area. With an elevated design concept by long-time architecture partner Wingårdhs, and frequent recognition of local craft and artisans, this new hub promises to excite.
Palma Convention Centre Hosts One Of The Biggest Hybrid Post-Pandemic Congresses In Europe
Palma Convention Centre managed by Meliá Hotels International rebooted its most important pre-Covid functions today, hosting the XXVII National Congress of General and Family Medicine attended by more than 1,000 delegates from all over Spain. The entire meeting and events industry is looking towards Mallorca today to see the start of this new post-pandemic age for major events, dominated by two key features: technology and health and safety.
Universal Hotels Chooses Magaluf For Their New 'Flagship' Hotel
Universal Hotels has opened the Hotel Florida Magaluf in Majorca, a new concept of flagship hotel which, following a complete renovation, will be one aspect of the company's new brand structure. The hotel was designed to be a place where guests can have a 360º holiday experience on the seafront, with music, organic and sustainable elements and gastronomy as fundamental pillars.
Enjoy An Idyllic Mediterranean Escape At Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa
Jumeirah Group will open the doors to its exquisite Mallorcan clifftop retreat, Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa from 10 June 2021, inviting guests to make up for months of missed vacation opportunities with a sun-soaked Mediterranean summer to remember.
Mallorca Joins UNWTO’s Network Of Sustainable Tourism Observatories
Mallorca, one of Europe’s top destinations for more than 70 years, welcoming millions of visitors every year, becomes the latest member of UNWTO’s global INSTO network. The Mallorca Sustainable Tourism Observatory (STO) is a key new element of the island’s strategy to preserve the destination and assess how the sector affects the natural environment, economy, and residents.
Atocha Hotel Madrid Opens Doors To Guests, Marking The Brand’s Debut In Europe
Hilton (NYSE:HLT) has welcomed the first Tapestry Collection by Hilton hotel in Europe with the opening of Atocha Hotel Madrid.
7Pines Resort Ibiza Part of the Destination by Hyatt Brand Opens
The opening marks the debut of the Destination by Hyatt brand in Europe and Hyatt's first hotel in Ibiza.
Elisa Barral has been appointed as Director of Asset Management - Mediterranean at L+R Hotels in Spain
L+R Hotels, the global private investment company with an extensive hotel portfolio of over 100 hotels comprising over 20,000 bedrooms worldwide, announces the appointment of Elisa Barral as Director of Asset Management - Mediterranean.
Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin - Week Ending 4 June 2021
Bain Capital and Stoneweg acquire the Andalucía Plaza hotel Marbella, Spain.
Raúl Palomo has been appointed as General Manager at Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid has appointed Raúl Palomo Marugan as General Manager of Hard Rock International's upcoming opening, which is set to arrive in the Spanish capital this summer.Travel veteran Raúl Palomo has been instrumental in bringing his depth of experience, understanding and execution of Hard Rock's style to Madrid. A Madrid native himself, his personal connection and local knowledge has enabled him to bring the new hotel to life, which offers a unique fusion between Hard Rock Hotels' cultural philosophy and Madrid's vibrant personality.With more than 30 years of experience, Palomo has worked with global hotel brands including Nobu Hotels and NH Hotel Group and has spearheaded the successful openings of hotels including NH Bucharest and MELIÁ Hotels International's ME Mallorca.