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Curator Hotel & Resort Collection (“Curator”), a distinct collection of independent hotels and resorts, is excited to announce the addition of six new member properties to its growing portfolio. These new hotels expand Curator’s footprint across vibrant destinations in California, Florida, and Arizona, further enhancing the collection’s diverse array of unique hospitality experiences.

The Ascott Limited has debuted its first property under the lyf (short for live your freedom) brand in Paris, with the opening of lyf Gambetta Paris. Building on an experience-led social living concept that has been growing in demand, the opening of lyf Gambetta Paris closely follows the recent openings of lyf East Frankfurt and lyf Schönbrunn Vienna in Europe. Upcoming European openings have already been announced in London, Glasgow, and Manchester, with further developments expected in Australia, China, Japan, the Philippines, Thailand, and Singapore. These openings support Ascott’s ambition of growing its lyf portfolio to 150 properties worldwide by 2030.

Multiple events combined to push Paris hotel average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) to all-time monthly highs, according to June preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the opening of voco The Club – Dublin Gateway, alongside partners, Nhance. The converted hotel will be fully rebranded by the end of summer 2025 and will add to IHG’s growing portfolio in Ireland which now stands at 10* open and pipeline properties.

Despite its critical role in hotel profitability, revenue management remains one of the most misunderstood functions in hospitality. Often considered a dull, technical aspect of occupancy metrics for large chains, hotel revenue management has easily been written off as being just about numbers and pricing. In reality, it is a strategic, creative discipline that can unlock significant value across all types of hotels and operations.

Having worked in the hotel business for over four decades, I know most people think the numbers are the “hard” part of hospitality. There’s a common belief that the financials are best left to professionals who can sort out the complex interplay between the different departments of a hotel. It’s just too challenging and complicated for anyone who didn’t go to accounting school.This idea is just a myth—one you can bust wide open with this Podcast Series. I have used Notebook LM to read my writings and magically turn them into a discussion – Just For You!

There are few hotels in the world that stop you in your tracks. Not because of over-the-top opulence or theatrical design, but because the experience just feels right. Ett Hem, a stunning townhouse tucked away in residential Stockholm, is one of those rare places.

In recent years, indoor plants have become more than just decorative items in hotel interiors. They have evolved into important elements that contribute to wellness, sustainability, and the overall guest experience. This shift reflects a growing recognition of the benefits plants bring to indoor environments and hospitality design.

In this exclusive glimpse behind the scenes, GCS Times unveils the meticulous process of crafting sustainable wooden key cards, designed to elevate the guest experience with style and reliability. Perfect for premier hotels and resorts aiming for eco-friendly luxury!

Whitney Spratt, General Manager of the Hotels Division at Tripleseat, sat down with us at HITEC 2025 to share how technology can unlock growth, improve guest experiences, and preserve the soul of hospitality.