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IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of an agreement with Pacini Group for the rebranding of its Venetian property, The Venice Times, which will officially join the Vignette Collection brand. Located in the heart of Venice’s historic centre, the hotel marks the second collaboration between IHG and Pacini Group—following the opening of Garner Hotel Rome Aurelia —and strengthens a long-term strategic partnership, highlighting IHG’s trust in the Italian group’s expertise and strategic vision in the hospitality sector.

In hospitality, the tech can be perfect, the workflows seamless, and the reports dialed in — and yet, things still stall. Why? Because the people meant to power the system were never really trained to use it.

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Rising costs, a shrinking labor pool and soaring guest expectations have created the perfect storm for hoteliers. It’s a squeeze that shows no signs of letting up, and it means that hotels are often required to run with leaner teams – while still delivering standout service.

As U.S. government actions continue to reshape the global landscape, the business travel industry continues to navigate growing uncertainty and shifting strategies for the remainder of 2025.

Travel remains a top priority for Europeans, with 77% planning to take at least one trip between June and November 2025. Despite ongoing economic pressures, most intend to maintain or even increase their holiday budgets in the coming months, according to the latest “Monitoring Sentiment for Intra-European Travel” Wave 22 report from the European Travel Commission (ETC).

The phrase Alternative Lodging surfaced in the early 2000s as a way to describe options other than hotels. Between 2004 and 2011 industry professionals began to think that Airbnb could be a “potential disruptor to the hotel industry,” according to Hospitality Net. But vacation rentals have been around since the 1960’s.

All eyes have been on summer events, and perhaps one of the biggest reunion tours kicked off on 4 July, with Oasis returning to the stage in Cardiff, performing for over 70,000 fans.

The most significant barrier holding back hotel F&B isn’t cost, but comfort, a deep-seated comfort with outdated systems. It’s the notepad by the pool, the clunky POS terminal, and the data that never leaves the restaurant. This operational friction is a constant source of frustration for staff and a silent disappointment for guests who expect more.

This July, MGallery Collection welcomes its latest property in the Basque Country: Le Talaia Hotel & Spa Biarritz – MGallery Collection. Elegantly designed, the hotel features 149 rooms and offers breathtaking views over the Côte des Basques; the perfect setting to fully enjoy the many faces of the Atlantic Ocean. Guests can enjoy a panoramic rooftop, a Cinq Mondes spa, and a restaurant by renowned Chef Éric Frechon, for a memorable experience in France’s southwest.