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Hotels across the globe made a remarkable recovery in 2024, reaching a record-high contribution of $11.1 trillion to global GDP. But beyond the numbers, what’s driving this transformation? Hospitality is evolving fast, with guest expectations, AI-driven insights, and online reputation management reshaping the landscape.

In a world of dynamic change, the international tourism industry remains on course. At the close of ITB Berlin 2025, the travel world presented itself in an optimistic mood and robust shape. The order books of most companies are well-filled, and global travel demand has not been this high in a long time. At the same time, the industry is facing a series of complex challenges and tasks that require new strategies and ways of thinking. The need to invest in one’s own IT infrastructure, the challenges of sustainable business practices, the opportunities offered by artificial intelligence, and the search for suitable personnel require decisive answers and new concepts. Eleven trends and insights from ITB Berlin 2025 that will occupy the travel world in the coming months – and beyond.

Cheval Collection is closing in on 1,000 units across its existing 14 properties and is in active discussions to add to its growing global portfolio.

The Iberian Peninsula, Italy and France are Europe’s most in-demand hotel investment destinations in 2025, according to Cushman & Wakefield.

RateTiger is delighted to welcome Mr. Manik Budhraja as the Global Director of Sales & Account Management. With almost two decades of experience in the hospitality technology sector, Manik brings a wealth of expertise in strategic alliances, customer success, and revenue growth, reinforcing confidence in his leadership.

MARKHAM, Ontario, March 31, 2025 — Maestro PMS announces that Warren Dehan will step down as President and transition to an advisory role effective immediately. While stepping back from daily operations, Dehan will continue to provide strategic product guidance and industry expertise, ensuring Maestro’s ongoing success.

In the heart of a bustling city, a boutique hotel prided itself on personalized service and a unique guest experience. Yet, despite their dedication, they faced mounting challenges: overbookings during peak seasons, manual errors in reservations, and a front desk overwhelmed with paperwork. These operational inefficiencies strained the staff and began to tarnish the guest experience they so valued.

In just two years, RIU Hotels & Resorts has doubled the amount of local products used at its hotels in the Balearic Islands. This figure stood at 5.7% in 2023, before increasing to 7% in 2024 and reaching 10% in 2025. This amount is calculated as a percentage of the hotels’ total spending and represents a significant milestone for the chain, which intends to continue increasing the proportion of local products used in the coming years as part of its Proudly Committed sustainability strategy, supporting the community and reducing the company’s scope 2 carbon emissions.

Maison Heler, located in Metz’s dynamic Amphithéâtre district, will open its doors in 2025, offering a unique hotel experience inspired by the imagination of its creator, Philippe Starck. This new hotel expands the portfolio of the Curio Collection by Hilton brand.

Eurostars Hotel Company, a subsidiary of the Hotusa Group, recently announced the opening of its first property in Latvia, the Eurostars Metropole in Riga. This expansion marks the brand’s entry into the Baltic States, with the prospect of growth in this strategic region.