Tourism in Europe faces shifts amid escalating climate change
Climate change has become an increasingly critical issue, impacting various sectors globally, with tourism being one of the most affected. Southern Europe is increasingly vulnerable to extreme weather events fueled…
Hyatt expands its lifestyle portfolio with the acquisition of Standard International
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced its intention to acquire Standard International, the parent company of The Standard and Bunkhouse Hotels brands, in a strategic move to significantly strengthen its presence…
easyHotel explores strategic options to support future growth
European budget hotel operator easyHotel recently confirmed that it is considering various options for a possible sale, as the company continues to expand across Europe. Founded in 2004 by Stelios…
Performance of the hospitality sector continues to grow
As the first half of 2024 draws to a close, the world's leading hotel groups, including Accor, Wyndham, Hotusa, major French tourism player La Compagnie des Alpes, CapitaLand Ascott Trust,…
Accor introduces Handwritten Collection to Germany with new Düsseldorf hotel
Accor is set to bring its Handwritten Collection to Germany with the opening of the Muze Hotel Düsseldorf in mid-November 2024. Located in the Pempelfort district, this boutique hotel is…
July 2024: heatwave in the European hotel industry
Temperatures continue to rise across the Old Continent, and so does the performance of the European hotel industry. As we enter July, all indicators are up for both 2022 and…
Thibaud Binois elected president of AIFLH to support hotel sector growth
Thibaud Binois has been elected as the new President of the Association des Investisseurs Franchisés de Louvre Hôtels Group (AIFLH). His appointment reflects the association’s ongoing focus on fostering collaboration…
Hilton strengthens presence in Munich with new agreement for Hilton Munich Park
Hilton has announced a long-term agreement with Commerz Real AG and Hines to manage the Hilton Munich Park Hotel as part of a transformative redevelopment within the Tucherpark project. This…
July 2024: a sporting start to the summer for the French hotel industry
July saw the start of the Olympic Games in Paris, as well as the Tour de France, and the French hotel industry performed well overall. While it may not have…
Map of the week: hotel openings
Which hotels have opened this week or are due to open soon? What style are they? Under which brand? How many rooms? Hospitality ON has compiled a non-exhaustive list of…