Category: Recent News

ROMEO Collection opens its second luxury hotel, where art, architecture, fine-dining, and well-being meet in a unique and conscious experience.

DUKES London, a distinguished five-star hotel nestled in the heart of St James’s, Mayfair, is embarking on an ambitious renovation project – marking an exciting new chapter in the hotel’s storied history, with a redesign set to be unveiled by late 2025.

Europe’s leading hostel chain has opened its 42nd hostel, located in Belgium’s capital, Brussels. The centrally located hostel currently has 296 rooms, 45 parking spaces and a total area of 20,000 square metres. The acquisition of the former ’The President Brussels Hotel’ on Boulevard du Roi Albert follows the opening of a&o Antwerpen Centraal in October 2024.Founder and CEO Oliver Winter said, “Opening two exceptional locations in Belgium within a few weeks is really unusual. First Antwerp and now Brussels, this fulfils our growth targets in Belgium.” The opening of a&o Brussels Centrum increases the total number of beds globally to over 30,000.Renovation and modernisation of the hostel is being planned in stages over the next year and a&o expects to invest around seven million euros on this project, expanding the hostel to 377 rooms. “Property takeovers are our favorite”Founder and CEO Oliver Winter said, “Property takeovers are our favorite, they enable dynamic and healthy growth f…

Mövenpick, the brand synonymous with Swiss hospitality and culinary excellence, today announced the upcoming opening of Mövenpick Grand Hotel Wrocław and Mövenpick Resort & Spa Karpacz, the brand’s first hotels in Poland, which are both slated to open later this month. The latest additions build on the brand’s expansion trajectory across Europe, with other recent entries in Belgium and Azerbaijan, as well as upcoming debuts in Italy (Bari and Mondello), Greece (Sivota) and Montenegro (Kotor) later this year.

Accor is stepping into 2025 with a powerful array of new hotels, resorts and exciting hospitality experiences, set to open throughout the year. Across its spectrum of 45+ hospitality brands, ranging from luxury to economy and everything in between, Accor is giving travelers fresh inspiration to explore the world – from ultra-luxurious train journeys to seaside wellness retreats and stylish urban hotspots.

The Global Finance Committee (GFC), a committee of diverse industry professionals sponsored by the Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals and the American Hotel and Lodging Association is responsible for the production of the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI). The revised 12th edition USALI is scheduled to be effective in 2026. USALI is the global standard for financial reporting in the lodging industry and will feature important changes to financial reporting practices.

The hotel industry faces a significant shift in 2025 with technology and evolving consumer behavior. As guests seek personalized and immersive stays, hoteliers need to adapt. The top 10 emerging trends, including AI-driven guest communication and focus on recent reviews, will reshape reputation management in hotels.

As we close out a transformative year, Peter Moore, CEO and founder of Lolly, shares his thoughts on 2024’s key trends and innovations while looking ahead to the opportunities and challenges that 2025 will bring.

The global business travel sector is entering a pivotal phase, poised for transformative growth that combines heightened demand, technological advancements, and a strategic focus on sustainability. Recent forecasts and industry surveys suggest that 2025 will mark not just a full recovery of pre-2019 levels but also a fundamental reshaping of how business travel operates, as budgets rise, travel patterns evolve, and companies prioritize innovative solutions. As a leader in travel technology, DerbySoft recognizes that this resurgence offers unparalleled opportunities. By leveraging advanced connectivity, data analytics, and sustainable practices, we help travel brands navigate this dynamic environment. Here’s an in-depth analysis of the trends shaping 2025, supported by statistics and insights from GBTA and other authoritative sources.

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