Market and Industry Dynamics The hospitality industry operates in an extraordinarily crowded marketplace. The industry has rapidly evolved and has established more than 450 brands with 17.5 million rooms, which has intensified competition, altered competitive dynamics and converted traditional differentiators into basic market entry requirements¹. This proliferation creates commoditisation forces that transform brand differentiation from […]

Autograph Collection Hotels has opened its first property in the Maldives with the launch of The Halcyon Private Isles on Gaafu Alifu Atoll. The resort, part of Marriott International’s Autograph Collection portfolio, occupies two private islands around 90 minutes by seaplane from Malé. The development draws inspiration from the travels of 19th Century British explorer […]

Whitbread, the hospitality group behind Premier Inn, has won three awards at this year’s Inclusion In awards, recognising its work to promote diversity and inclusion across the hospitality, travel and leisure (HTL) sector. The awards, held on 14 October and organised by Women in Hospitality, Travel and Leisure (WiHTL) and Diversity in Retail, honour organisations, […]

Corby of Windsor, a British heritage brand with nearly a century of experience, has become a trusted partner for hotels worldwide, not only through the quality of its products but also through its global supply and support services. From luxury city hotels to boutique retreats and long-stay apartments, Corby ensures that hoteliers receive the right […]

Sofitel London St James has opened four redesigned suites as part of a full reinvention of its top rooms by Paris interior architecture practice Pierre-Yves Rochon (PYR). Two additional Flagship Suites are scheduled to launch in January 2026. The hotel, housed in a Grade II listed neoclassical building on Pall Mall that once served as […]

Luxury and mid market hotels enjoyed a rise in occupancy, room rates and profits in August, while budget hotels lagged behind as they juggle rising costs and dwindling consumer demand, according to accountancy firm RSM. The data shows average room rates of UK luxury hotels rose from £380.30 to £405.18 in August year-on-year, and from […]

Nationwide initiative Walk for Wellbeing has raised more than £500,000 for the UK charity Hospitality Action since its launch in 2020. This year’s event, held in October, saw more than 1,400 people from across the hospitality industry take part – the highest number to date – raising £165,000. Funds from the initiative have helped households […]

Corby of Windsor, a British heritage brand with a long tradition of quality and innovation, has been quietly shaping the guest room experience for nearly a century. For most hotel guests, the perfect stay is defined by comfort, convenience and small luxuries that elevate the experience, and behind many of those thoughtful touches stands Corby […]

The Coventry and Warwickshire Convention Bureau has launched a new industry network to support the growth and collaboration of hotels and accommodation providers across the region.  Known as the Coventry and Warwickshire Hotel and Accommodation General Manager Network, it aims to share best practice, address sector challenges and promote joint working across the region.  The […]