In the lead up to the Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia 2025 next 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.
UEFA Champions League Final Brings 32% Booking Boost to German Hotels: SiteMinder
Germany is witnessing a rise in hotel bookings as the country gears up to host the UEFA Champions League final on 31 May. According to data from SiteMinder, the world’s leading hotel distribution and revenue platform, reservations at local hotels between 29-31 May are currently higher by 32% compared to bookings made over the same period last year.
HSMAI Announces the Passing of Vice President of Marketing Communications, Jason Smith
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) announces with great sadness the sudden passing of Jason Smith, Vice President of Marketing Communications. Jason served HSMAI and the hospitality industry with distinction, dedication, and exceptional leadership for more than 24 years.
Nobu Hospitality’s Transformative Approach to Real Estate
Underscoring its distinctive approach to luxury living and lifestyle-led real estate, Nobu Hospitality continues to redefine the branded residence space with an expanding global portfolio that combines purposeful design, world-class hospitality and a deep sense of community.
Finding the Operational Edge in Hotel Technology
Technology is transforming hospitality, but how does innovation blend with genuine service? We ask Christine Lising, Shiji Group’s Director of Solutions Engineering Americas, for her perspective. Exploring the operator-tech divide, unique F&B technology challenges, AI’s real impact, and the future path of hospitality technology evolution.
10 Questions Hoteliers Are Asking About Social Media (And Answers!)
“You need to be on social media!” Hoteliers hear it all the time. And while most know this by now, it’s easier said than done. The time, creativity, and strategy required to create a cohesive and consistent social media presence can be overwhelming, especially if your top priority is running a hotel.
IHG Hotels & Resorts Strengthens Position Across Mexico, Latin America and the Caribbean
As a featured presenter and patron sponsor of this week’s Americas Lodging Investment Summit Caribbean & Latin America (ALIS CALA) conference, IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) reaffirms its strength and commitment to growth within Mexico, Latin America and the Caribbean (MLAC). The nearly 400* open and pipeline IHG properties throughout the region span every segment, encompassing a strategic mix of city, suburban and coastal destinations and offering greater choice for business and leisure travelers.
Accor Continues to Elevate Its Guest Experience with Key Hotel Renovations across Europe
Accor, a global leader in hospitality, continues to elevate its hotel portfolio in Europe through a number of key renovation projects across its premium, midscale and economy properties in the region.
The Rise of Longevity-Focused Hospitality: Redefining Luxury in the Age of Wellness Tourism
As global wellness tourism nears the staggering $1 trillion mark, a powerful transformation is reshaping the luxury and lifestyle hospitality sectors. No longer confined to indulgence or relaxation alone, luxury travel today increasingly centers around health optimization, life extension, and holistic well-being.
Dalata Announces First Hotel in Spain and Third in Continental Europe
Dalata Hotel Group plc (’Dalata’ or the ’Group’), the UK and Ireland’s largest independent four-star hotel operator, with a growing presence in Continental Europe, announces an agreement with Grupo Insur to lease a new 4-star Clayton hotel to be developed in Madrid. The hotel will be situated in Valdebebas, an emerging and vibrant neighbourhood of Madrid, which is adjacent to the Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, the 5th busiest airport in Europe. Grupo Insur is a leading Spanish real estate company in operation for over 75 years and listed on the Madrid stock exchange.

