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Overtourism is one of the key concerns in many popular destinations, and each summer the warning signs become more difficult to ignore. These beloved-by-many tourists places – from historical European cities to small tropical islands – are struggling with “too many people”, with flocks of visitors crowding streets and historical sites.

Being stuck in a rut as a hotelier sucks. We’ve all been there. Those sleepless nights, staring at the ceiling, wondering what else you can try to drive sales for your hotel.

Luxury is learning to speak a new language, one that whispers rather than shouts.A language made not of extravagance, but of emotion. Not of spectacle, but of stillness.

Education comes in many shapes and forms. The focus should be on the quality of the education and the value of what is being offered. Hospitality professionals that want to enhance their professionalism and build their educational resumes have numerous choices. In general, hospitality professionals are looking to receive certifications that support their education, advance their careers and increase potential opportunities in a dynamic and new industry landscape.

As the hotels and resorts gear up for busy winter staycation season, they are seeking new ways to create memorable guest experiences from the very first interaction. Now, swapping the ordinary key card for a beautifully crafted wooden one: tactile and full of character. A natural welcome that speaks volumes about your brand’s care and attention to detail.

A new chapter is unfolding for Villa d’Este Group, one of Italy’s most storied names in luxury hospitality. Construction sites, renovations, and rebrandings are marking a period of unprecedented transformation as the group positions itself to compete on a truly international scale. At the heart of this evolution lies Villa d’Este La Collezione, a newly created brand that brings together the group’s five-star properties under one prestigious banner.

JP Hospitality unveiled the new international hotel brand PAN AM HOTEL at Expo Real. Inspired by the golden age of travel, the concept brings premium lifestyle to the world of airport hotels – creating an entirely new category: airport hospitality that excites guests and convinces investors. With PAN AM HOTEL, JP Hospitality is also, for the first time, taking on the role of operator – marking a new chapter in the company’s development.

Hotel upselling is one of the most powerful yet underutilized levers in hospitality revenue management. When it’s done correctly, upselling is not about selling harder. Instead, it’s about creating personalized guest experiences that feel tailored, valuable, and worth paying more for.