Category: Recent News

Set within the walls of a stunning 18th-century manor house near Shrewsbury, Albrighton Hall Hotel & Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals, has opened, joining the collection of unique, independent hotels by Radisson Hotel Group. The hotel is surrounded by 15 acres of landscaped grounds, featuring a picturesque ornamental lake and surrounded by stunning natural beauty, setting a tranquil scene for rest, escapism and outdoor exploration.

TRIBE, a bold design-driven hotel brand from Accor, is excited to announce a key milestone – reaching 20 hotels around the globe. Each TRIBE address embodies the essence of contemporary living, offering spaces that are smart, stylish, and encourage social interaction. With over 40 additional hotels currently under development, TRIBE’s journey is just beginning, proving that modern hospitality can be both high-quality and accessible.

Accor’s extraordinary year in the Pacific has been marked by dynamic growth, sustainability milestones, and unforgettable events that have shaped the region’s tourism landscape.

The new e-invoicing mandate in Germany marks a major shift for hospitality businesses, driven by the European Union’s directive to standardise electronic invoicing in business to business procurement. Designed to streamline processes and reduce administrative burdens across member states, this regulation will affect how invoices are issued, processed, and archived—bringing both challenges and exciting opportunities for the hospitality sector. Here’s a look at what this shift means and how it can enhance operations and guest experiences.

Leandra, the Guest Experience Manager at STAYERY, faced a growing challenge as the brand expanded its portfolio of service apartments. With the opening of new locations and an influx of guest reviews, managing responses became increasingly complex and time-consuming. Initially, their response rate hovered around 30%, which was insufficient for maintaining a strong online reputation. However, with the implementation of MARA’s AI-driven reputation management solution, STAYERY not only streamlined their response process but also elevated their response rate to consistently over 90%. This is their remarkable success story.

UrVenue, the industry leader in venue and property experience management systems for the hospitality sector, is proud to announce its participation as a premier partner at the International Luxury Hotel Association’s INSPIRE Conference 2024, taking place December 4-5 at the iconic Fontainebleau Las Vegas.

The online ticket shop is open now for tourism professionals and offers attractive early bird rates until 14 January 2025. Ticket holders have automatic access to the new ITB Match & Meet networking function. Senior buyers can apply now for the exclusive ITB Buyers Circle.

Mohari and Omnam acquire Bauer Hotel in Venice

Las Vegas, NV — 26th November 2024 – In a city where the extraordinary is an everyday experience, Resorts World Las Vegas is ready to elevate luxury and convenience to new heights through an exciting collaboration with technology innovator Alliants. The introduction of an avant-garde contactless guest experience through Alliants technology signals a bold new era for one of Las Vegas’s newest state-of-the-art resorts.

For the first time in the history of BTO – Buy Tourism Online, Simone Puorto, a globally recognized consultant, author, and technophilosopher in the travel and hospitality industry, will push the boundaries of innovation by sending his digital clone to deliver his keynote speech. This bold experiment exemplifies the transformative potential of artificial intelligence and its implications for the future of the hospitality sector.