The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today launched the second edition of its groundbreaking Net Zero Roadmap for Travel & Tourism, revealing the number of global Travel & Tourism businesses setting climate targets has surged by 27% in the past three years, with more than half now actively committed to emissions reduction.
How Classik Hotel Collection built a brand-new direct booking strategy
The Classik Hotel Collection is a premier owner-managed hotel group with five characterful hotels in top German destinations. With a focus on providing a warm welcome and a memorable stay, they deliver an exceptional guest experience from check-in to check-out – but up until recently, their direct booking journey wasn’t quite so smooth.
Mixed Results for Wellness Hotels in Jan – June 2024, with Minor Wellness Leading Growth
The newest edition of RLA Global’s Wellness Real Estate Report is now available, comparing data from Jan-June 2024 with the same period in 2023. The report examines data from over 11.000 properties worldwide.
Taking the Job Personally
I’m always impressed when someone truly loves their job and does more than expected. And that’s exactly what happened on a recent cross-country American Airlines flight. Here’s what happened:
Institut Lyfe And Yannick Alleno Announce End-2025 Opening Of First Pavyllon Training Restaurant In Lyon, France
Institut Lyfe, a renowned French school recognised globally for excellence in the culinary arts, pastry, hospitality, and restaurant professions, has partnered with Yannick Alléno, a world-class chef who has earned multiple Michelin stars, including two awards of 3 stars. Together, they are proud to present Pavyllon, a training restaurant by Yannick Alléno and Institut Lyfe LYON. This new venture strengthens the longstanding partnership between Yannick Alléno and Institut Lyfe, based on a modern approach to cuisine and the transmission of knowledge to future generations – just as the collaborative establishment of the School of Sauces did in 2021.
It’s time to embed human-centric principles in all organizations
For too long, the vast majority of humanity has been left out of the business equation, says the Dean of EHL Hospitality Business School, Dr Achim Schmitt. Now educators need to play their part in driving a new, more human-centric approach.
Global greenfield Investment in tourism Reflects Resilience and Shift Toward Sustainability in 2024
The latest fDi Tourism Investment Report 2024 (“Global greenfield investment trends in tourism”), released by the Financial Times in collaboration with UN Tourism and with the support of the Diriyah Gate Company, offers an in-depth look at global greenfield investment trends in tourism, emphasizing recovery from the pandemic and outlining current developments.
Sommet Education forge Partnership with Mandarin Oriental to set the highest standards in Hospitality Talent Development
Lausanne, Switzerland – Wednesday, November 20th – Sommet Education is excited to announce a long-term strategic collaboration with Mandarin Oriental, the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences. The alliance is aimed at enhancing the hospitality industry’s talent pool through targeted educational and training initiatives as well as diversity-focused programs.
Apaleo secures €20M for international expansion and tech development
Property management platform Apaleo has raised €20 million in a growth equity investment round led by PSG Equity.
BWH Hotels unveils ambitious plan to seize a larger share of the GB market with 20,000 rooms
Global hotel brand BWH Hotels has revealed a five-year plan to add 100 hotels to its GB portfolio to give the group 20,000 rooms nationwide.

