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Romeo Bravo Software Joins BLLA’s Prestigious Inner Circle Club, Elevating Technology Partnerships in Boutique Hospitality
The Boutique & Luxury Lodging Association (BLLA), the foremost organization dedicated to advancing the world of independent boutique and luxury lodging, proudly announces Romeo Bravo Software (RBS) as the newest member of its exclusive Inner Circle Club (ICC) program.
Why Live Availability is Your Key to More Venue Bookings | By Lauren Hall
For event planners, speed and convenience is everything. When they’re considering venue space, they need immediate answers and a smooth, hassle-free experience. Venues that can provide this quickly often find themselves with a significant competitive edge.
Ascott Expands Resort Portfolio with Multi-Typology Brand Strategy to Tap Rising Leisure Travel Demand
The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the wholly owned lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment (CLI), is scaling its global resort footprint through asset-light expansion. Riding on growing demand for experiential stays, Ascott now has around 50 properties in resort destinations in operation and under development worldwide, supported by 11 new signings in the past 10 months secured via management and franchise agreements. These represent about 5% of its global portfolio of over 1,000 properties, reflecting a strategic focus on the fast-growing leisure segment. This momentum is driven by Ascott’s multi-typology brand strategy, which adapts well-loved brands such as Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection and The Unlimited Collection for resort settings. This approach enables efficient scaling in high-potential destinations while fulfilling lifestyle aspirations of its growing Ascott Star Rewards membership and delivering brand-led solutions that drive long-term value for property owners.
Animal-themed Wooden Key Cards Turn Summer Stays into Unforgettable Adventures for Young Guests
As summer reaches its peak and the back-to-school countdown begins, hotels and resorts are finding new ways to create lasting memories for families. One charming innovation is winning the hearts of young travelers everywhere: animal-themed wooden key cards that double as imaginative companions.
Mar-Bella Collection Opens Doors to New Hotel Avali
Mar-Bella Collection, a family-owned Greek luxury hospitality brand, has opened its latest hotel, Avali. Set on a prime beachfront setting in Agios Ioannis Peristeron in south-east Corfu, the new hotel is less than 600-metres from the brand's established MarBella and Nido hotels. The opening of the boutique, adult-friendly hotel, follows the meticulous rebuild of an existing property with 76 rooms and suites.
The Carlton Milan Will Open in November 2025
Opening on 6th of November 2025, The Carlton Milan is now accepting reservations via telephone and email, with online bookings available from 2nd September. As Rocco Forte Hotel's sixteenth property and second in Milan, the launch underscores the brand's ongoing growth in Italy and reflects a new vision of luxury in the city's iconic fashion district.
Maestro PMS Launches Maestro Touch to Redefine Guest Service with Tablet-Optimized PMS Access
Maestro PMS, the hotel industry’s leading Web Browser-based cloud and on-premises all-in-one property-management system, is unveiling its latest update to its user interface through Maestro Touch. This groundbreaking update revolutionizes Maestro PMS’ front desk operations by bringing its PMS features to all tablets or touch-capable devices on property.
Converting Social Media Engagement into Hotel Bookings with Measurable Results
In today’s competitive hospitality market, simply having a Facebook or Instagram page isn’t enough. Hotels need more than likes and shares — they need a strategy that turns attention into actual reservations and group event leads.
MAMA Shelter Singapore Makes Her Debut: Don’t Just Stay, Live For The Night
Mama Shelter, the iconoclastic hotel brand known for blending hospitality with personality, will make her long-awaited Asian debut this September with the opening of Mama Shelter Singapore. Located on Killiney Road in the Somerset district, the 115-room property brings the brand's signature character, colour and culture to one of the world's most dynamic cities. Part of Ennismore, a global collective of lifestyle hospitality brands under Accor, Mama Shelter was born in Paris and has since grown to 20 locations worldwide, from London to Lisbon, Dubai to Nice.
All-Inclusive, Redefined Again: Blue Diamond Resorts Is Now Royalton Hotels & Resorts
After fifteen years of redefining the all-inclusive experience, Blue Diamond Resorts is taking the next step in its evolution. Beginning August 11, 2025, the company will officially transition to Royalton Hotels & Resorts, consolidating its brand identity under the name that has defined its guest experience across the Caribbean.
JA Resorts & Hotels Marks Significant Expansion with the Addition of Two Scottish Heritage Hotels to Its Management Portfolio
JA Resorts & Hotels today announces growth of its portfolio with the addition of Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort – a historic 240-acre estate outside Glasgow, and The Bruntsfield – a boutique hotel in the heart of Edinburgh. Mar Hall and The Bruntsfield will join JA Resorts & Hotels expanding collection of boutique resorts and lifestyle hotels in Dubai and the Maldives, supporting the brand’s repositioning as a globally minded, destination-led, experience-focused hospitality group.
Penang’s Cultural Canvas for Modern Meetings: a New Chapter at PARKROYAL Penang Resort
As Southeast Asia's MICE scene shifts toward more immersive, culturally rooted destinations, Penang, Malaysia's heritage-rich island famed for its vibrant street food, colonial architecture and artistic soul, has emerged as a compelling choice. Positioned along Batu Ferringhi's iconic beachfront, PARKROYAL Penang Resort is redefining how events are experienced with the unveiling of its newly renovated ballroom and function venues.
Tambourine Eliminates Pop-Ups with Native Website Personalization
Tambourine, the Fort Lauderdale-based digital marketing technology company serving hotels, resorts, and tourism destinations worldwide, has unveiled its latest innovation: Native Website Personalization, an integrated personalization solution designed to replace outdated pop-ups with a modern, seamless messaging system.
Kamana Lakehouse Team Announces NOCTIS: Queenstown's $130m Luxury Resort Development
The team behind Queenstown's award-winning Kamana Lakehouse and Nest restaurant today announces NOCTIS by Kamana, a $130m transformative luxury resort development that will establish a new benchmark for luxury hospitality in New Zealand.
The Countdown Is On! TRIBE Prepares to Open Its Doors in New Zealand
Accor, the largest hotel operator in New Zealand, together with its lifestyle entity, Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, are delighted to announce the upcoming opening of a new hotel in Auckland's downtown - TRIBE Auckland Fort Street is slated to open on 14th October 2025.
10 Things to Feature on Your Hotel Social Channels | By Fred Ho
In today’s digital-first travel landscape, your hotel’s social media presence is more than just a marketing tool—it’s an extension of your guest experience. A well-curated feed can inspire wanderlust, build brand loyalty, and even drive direct bookings. But with so many content options, what should you actually be posting?
Continued Luxury Growth in 2025 as a Baby Boomer Tailwind | By Adam Mogelonsky and Larry Mogelonsky
While inflation, geopolitics and trade disputes represent possible headwinds against overall travel growth, the current demographic situations for Canada and numerous other advanced economies amount to a prevailing tailwind that will propel growth in the luxury hotel category for the rest of the decade if not longer.
The talent problem within luxury hospitality | By Franck Arnold
The widening skills gap in the luxury hospitality industry is jeopardising the industry’s capacity for sustained excellence, even though the demand for high-end experiences has remained strong. This means that the industry is standing on the edge of a pivotal moment.
JO&JOE Prepares to Open Its Doors in New Zealand
Accor, the largest hotel operator in New Zealand, together with its lifestyle entity, Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, are delighted to announce the upcoming opening of a new hotel in Auckland's downtown - JO&JOE Auckland will open its doors on 3rd November 2025.
First voco Hotel for Hamburg: NOVUM Hospitality and IHG Hotels & Resorts Confirm Joint Growth in the Upscale Segment
The Hamburg-based hotel group NOVUM Hospitality and IHG Hotels & Resorts arecontinuing their expansion plans with another project under the voco Hotels brand: a long-term lease was recently signed for the new voco Hamburg-Altona, featuring 143 rooms. Following the voco Berlin Alexanderplatz announced in June, this is already the second upscale hotel project being realized as part of the strategic collaboration between the two hotel companies.
UK hotels prepare for revenue lift as August Bank Holiday weekend sees strong booking numbers
Forward bookings at UK hotels have increased 6% year-on-year for the Summer Bank Holiday on 25 August and accompanying long weekend, according to new data from SiteMinder, the world’s leading hotel distribution and revenue platform.
Raines Continues Strategic Expansion with Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlotte University Research Park in Charlotte, NC
Raines, a leading hospitality management, development, and investment organization, has added Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlotte University Research Park in Charlotte, NC, to its management portfolio. Raines, living up to its reputation as a "one-stop-shop" for hotel investors, assisted the undisclosed owner in acquiring the property, facilitating the transaction from start to finish.
All Child and RIU collaborate in the United Kingdom
RIU Hotels & Resorts goes one step further in its commitment to its communities, announcing its first social collaboration in the United Kingdom together with the charity All-Child. The hotel chain will support their Impact Programme, which is designed and delivered by specialised professionals known as Link Workers. These professionals play a vital role building a trusted relationship with vulnerable children and young people, and being the link with their families, schools and the community, guaranteeing personalised and ongoing support. This initiative is part of the Impact Programme's delivered in South Westminster, London, which has also been home to the Riu Plaza London Victoria hotel since 2023.
The Met Hotel Leeds Unveils Grand Transformation Plans
The Met Hotel Leeds, a much-loved landmark in the heart of the city, is entering an exciting new chapter as it announces major refurbishment plans. The hotel has stood as a symbol of elegance in the heart of Leeds since 1899, and now, through this transformation, it will be reimagined for today with a refined yet expressive attitude, making it a contemporary lifestyle destination.
How to Disrupt Your Hotel Market with AI and Blue Ocean Strategies | By Are Morch
Imagine this: two hotels side by side. Both boast rooftop pools, chic lobbies, and decent coffee. Yet one is bleeding profits while the other thrives, not by doing more—but by doing different. The latter doesn’t compete on price or amenities; it sails in its own Blue Ocean, where competition becomes irrelevant.
Heatwaves and tourism: when the heat redraws the holiday map | By Vanguélis Panayotis
As heatwaves intensify year after year, the tourism sector is facing profound changes in booking behaviour and increased exposure to natural risks. This is a hot topic today, as discussed by Vanguélis Panayotis, CEO of MKG Consulting and Hospitality ON, during an interview with BFM.
Modern Comfort Meets Extended Stay: Residence Inn Rochester Henrietta Completes Property-Wide Renovation
Buffalo Lodging Associates, LLC is proud to unveil the newly renovated Residence Inn by Marriott Rochester Henrietta, reaffirming its commitment to delivering a modern, comfortable, and elevated guest experience. Located at 1300 Jefferson Road, the four-story hotel features 139 spacious suites, thoughtfully redesigned to meet the needs of today's travelers.
Top 10 Risks Hotel Owners Face When Hiring a Hotel Management Company | By Stephen Rushmore
Engaging a professional hotel management company can be a wise strategy to leverage operational expertise, benefit from brand recognition, and enhance market competitiveness. However, many owners are unaware of the significant risks these agreements can pose to the long-term value of their assets. Without careful negotiation, a hotel management contract can favor the operator's interest at the owner’s expense.
CHLA Applauds Governor's 2025 Retail Crime Prevention Efforts
On behalf of California's more than 6,000 hotels and 235,000 hotel employees, the California Hotel and Lodging Association released this statement in response to Gov. Newsom's announcement that the CHP-led Organized Retail Crime Task Force so far in 2025 has made 706 arrests and recovered nearly 150,000 stolen goods valued at an estimated $8 million.
CBRE - Hotel Brand Performance 2025
Early in the COVID recovery period, it was hard to separate pandemic-era shifts from a new normal. Five years after the pandemic’s start, the reasons why, how and where people travel, as well as where they stay, has changed due to the proliferation of hybrid work, greater availability of short-term rentals and the growth in hotel brands and their loyalty program members.