Accor and Yavu Collective Sign Landmark Multi-Hotel Deal in Fiji
Accor and Fijian-owned Yavu Collective signed a deal to open three hotels under Sofitel, The Sebel, and TRIBE brands by 2027, adding over 370 keys to Denarau Island and Nadi.
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The Lux Collective Enters Rwanda with Landmark Ultra-Luxury Tourism Circuit Partnership
The Lux Collective partners with Cleo Capital Group to launch a five-resort ultra-luxury circuit across Rwanda under the LUX* and SALT brands, with Phase 1 rebranding two properties from mid-2026 and three greenfield resorts opening in 2028.
Accor Exceeds 150 Franchise Hotels across the Pacific as Franchise Momentum Accelerates
Accor surpasses 150 franchise hotels in Australia and New Zealand, marking the Pacific as its largest and fastest-growing franchise network, with the greet brand set to launch in the region.
How Axel Hotels Built the World’s Leading LGBTQ+ Hospitality Brand and Why Hotel Owners Are Seeing Double-Digit Revenue Growth.
Axel Hotels grew from €2.4M to €46M revenue across 13 properties by targeting LGBTQ+ travelers through franchising, with partners seeing 40% revenue uplifts.
Gravity Haus Continues Expansion: Acquiring Three Former LOGE Hotels Across Washington and Montana
Gravity Haus acquired management agreements for three former LOGE properties in Washington and Montana, expanding to 13 total locations.
My Take on Skift's The Squeeze: Inside the Crisis Crushing America's Hotel Owners
Author argues Skift's portrayal of hotel brands as villains is wrong, claiming the real squeeze comes from multiple cost layers including software, OTAs, and uncontrollable expenses beyond franchise fees.
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Fairfield by Marriott Celebrates the Opening of its 100th Hotel in Greater China
The milestone doubles Fairfield's Greater China presence since 2024, with expansion planned into new destinations like Zhangjiajie by 2026.
Minor Hotels Signs First Colbert Collection in Asia and New Avani Resort in Koh Phangan
Minor Hotels signs two Thai resort properties in partnership with Rasa Group, marking Colbert Collection's Asian debut on Koh Samui and adding Avani Koh Phangan.
Accor signs a memorandum of understanding on the sale of its stake in Essendi
Accor will sell its 30.56% Essendi stake to Blackstone-Colony consortium for up to €975M, converting portfolio to 20-year franchise deals.
Swiss-Belhotel International Accelerates Indonesia Expansion
Swiss-Belhotel signed multiple management contracts across 8 Indonesian cities in Q1 2026, targeting 530 operating properties globally by 2033.
Minor Hotels Introduces Colbert Collection: a New Global Brand Celebrating Culture, Culinary Expression, and Connection
The premium soft brand will debut in Italy in spring 2026, targeting independent hotels seeking global commercial support while preserving local identity.
Marriott International Accelerates Midscale Growth in Europe with the Launch of Series by Marriott
Marriott signs 11 hotel deals across Italy and UK to launch Series by Marriott brand in Europe, targeting midscale growth with conversion-friendly properties.
Concord Hospitality Enters 2026 with Expansion of its Full-Service Management Portfolio with new Openings and Management Agreement Across the U.S.
Concord opened Hilton Jacksonville at Mayo Clinic and assumed management of South Shore Harbour Resort, with three lifestyle properties joining its Opus Collection.
Hilton Announces Exclusive Agreement with YOTEL to Expand Global Footprint in Lifestyle Segment
YOTEL becomes the first brand in Hilton's new Select by Hilton platform, retaining independence while gaining access to 250 million Hilton Honors members.