Ennismore Announces Second Mama Shelter To Arrive in Italy

Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, along with joint venture partners Zanklon Capital (“Zanklon”) and Extendam, are thrilled to announce the signing of Mama Shelter Lake Como. Nestled into the dramatic landscapes at the foot of the Italian Alps, Mama brings her sassy and flamboyant personality to the legendary resort city of Como in mid-2026.

BLLA Welcomes New Premier Vendor Partners, Elevating Boutique Hospitality Experiences

The Boutique Luxury Lodging Association (BLLA) is proud to announce its newest vendor partnerships, expanding its network of innovative, forward-thinking partners who are helping to shape the future of boutique hospitality. Since June 2024, BLLA has welcomed a diverse range of vendors offering exceptional services and products tailored to the unique needs of independent hoteliers worldwide.

Apaleo Secures €20 Million Growth Equity Investment Led by PSG to Accelerate Global Expansion

Apaleo, the API-first open property management platform, today announced it has raised €20 million in a growth equity investment round led by PSG Equity, a leading growth equity firm that specialises in partnering with software and technology-enabled services companies to help navigate and capitalise on transformational growth. Existing investors Redalpine, FOMCAP IV, and Rockaway Ventures also participated in the round.

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.

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.