In the lead up to the Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia 2025 taking place later this month, we asked several industry partners about the opportunities they see for the hospitaliy industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2025 and beyond.
Time Running Out for Tackling Sustainability Reporting
Tracy Wilkins, operations director at BWH Hotels, Great Britain’s largest group of independent hotels, on how UK Sustainability Reporting Standards will impact hoteliers
Luxurious Battlefield: The Luxury Market, Tariffs and the Global Stage
It’s said that all is fair in love and war, although it seems like what we’re dealing with in current events seems like it’s hard to know where one begins and the other ends.
Tech Firm ‘PPDS’ Mourns the Loss of Martijn van der Woude
It is with great sadness that we confirm the unexpected death of Martijn van der Woude, VP Global Business Development and Marketing of PPDS, who passed away due to a cardiac arrest on Monday 21 April 2025.
MOB HOTEL – Four Hotels, One Vision: A New Model of Accessible, Vibrant, and Sustainable Hospitality
MOB HOTEL, the visionary hospitality concept founded by Cyril Aouizerate, is reinventing the way we travel and stay through four unique destinations across France. More than just hotels, each MOB location serves as a living space, blending affordability with prices starting from €76, community spirit, and environmental responsibility into a singular experience rooted in local life and global values.
Sofitel Launches a Limited-Edition Croissant Collection Inspired by Flowers from across the Globe
Crafted by Sofitel’s talented pastry chefs using local flowers, La Haute Croissanterie exclusive collection pushes the art of pastry-making into new realms. In Asia, Sofitel Ambassador Seoul Hotel & Serviced Residences will showcase its own unique creation from May 2025, extending the cherry blossom season into a gastronomic experience
Your Apartment Launches Stylish New Serviced Apartments in the Heart of Camden Town
Your Apartment, the fast-growing serviced apartment brand known for bold interiors and flexible living, has officially opened the doors to its latest London location: Your Apartment – Camden. This brand-new collection of six boutique serviced apartments is now welcoming guests in one of London’s most iconic neighbourhoods.
Meyer Jabara Hotels Continues Texas Expansion
[Danbury, Conn., May 1, 2025] — Meyer Jabara Hotels has been chosen to operate the 104-room Hilton Garden Inn McAllen Airport. Located at 617 West Expressway 83, the hotel sits less than a mile from McAllen Miller International Airport, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, South Texas Health System, and downtown McAllen. This deal represents Meyer Jabara Hotels’ third managed hotel in Texas; the hotel ownership and third-party management group also oversees properties in Los Alamos and San Angelo.
Cendyn’s Technical Investment in Guestrev and Grouprev Demonstrates the Company’s Commitment to its RMS Customers
Cendyn, a global integrated hotel technology and services company, announced today several enhancements and innovations in its revenue management products, Guestrev and Grouprev. Additional integrations and partnerships with companies such as Amadeus and Agilisys demonstrate the company’s commitment to driving revenue and growing profitability.
How AI Concierge Services Improve Guest Experience & Increase Revenue
In this article, weÕll explore an AI concierge, its benefits for hospitality, and how solutions like TrustYouÕs AI Agents are helping hotels transform service delivery while boosting revenue.

