Why Travel Sellers Matter More Than Ever – And Why Hoteliers and Destinations Should Take Note – Image Credit Unsplash    In a fast-moving, tech-driven travel landscape, the role of the travel seller remains as vital as ever. While digital tools and AI-driven booking platforms continue to gain traction, recent findings from the Travel Dreams report […]

Bain Capital JV to acquire Pullman Paris Montparnasse from URW – Image Credit Accor    A summary of European hotel transactions provided by HVS Bain Capital JV to acquire Pullman Paris Montparnasse from URW American private equity firm Bain Capital, together with global asset management firm Columbia Threadneedle and French owner-operator QuinSpark Investment Partners, has agreed […]

Image Credit Allianz Partners USA    A survey conducted by Allianz Partners USA has found that social media and pop culture are playing a significant role in shaping travel decisions for Americans in 2025. The Vacation Confidence Index, conducted by Ipsos Public Affairs, highlights that younger Americans, particularly those aged 18-34, are increasingly planning trips inspired […]

Citadines Central Shinjuku Tokyo – Image Credit Ascott    Weekly Hotel Industry Asia Pacific News Roundup from HVS CLAS to Divest Citadines Central Shinjuku Tokyo for JPY25 Billion in Japan CapitaLand Ascott Trust (“CLAS”), the largest lodging trust in Asia Pacific, managed by wholly owned subsidiaries of Singapore-based CapitaLand Investment Limited, has proposed the divestment of […]

Kevin Dingle – Image Credit Stonebridge    Stonebridge has appointed Kevin Dingle as Chief Development Officer to lead its development strategy across various property types and locations. Stonebridge has announced the appointment of Kevin Dingle as its new Chief Development Officer. In this role, Dingle will oversee the company’s development team and strategy, focusing on expanding […]

Asset Management: The Guiding Hand – By Alex Sogno – Image Credit Unsplash    Alex Sogno, CEO, Global Asset Solutions, discusses how asset managers influence operator behaviour. The phrase ‘the iron fist in the velvet glove’ is commonly attributed to Napoleon Bonaparte and, while not all of his attributes would make for a pleasant hotel stay, […]

Cendyn Delivers Growth for Cinnamon Hotels in Digital Transformation – Image Credit Cendyn    New tech stack and integrated website secures 71% growth for Sri Lanka’s largest hotel chain Cendyn, a global integrated hotel technology and services company, facilitated significant commercial growth for Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, Sri Lanka’s largest hotel chain, in its digital transformation […]

Cryptocurrency’s Growing Role in Travel: From Bookings to B2B Transaction – Image Credit Unsplash+    Cryptocurrency is gradually establishing a significant presence in the travel industry, impacting both consumer bookings and business-to-business (B2B) transactions. While it currently accounts for a small fraction of global travel spending, industry leaders anticipate rapid growth. Consumer Adoption and Trends Cryptocurrency’s […]

From SEO to GEO: Navigating the New World of Search – Image Credit HNR Hotel News    Learn how AI is transforming hotel bookings and discover key strategies to optimize your site for AI-driven search traffic. Stay ahead in the evolving landscape of travel search. The way travelers book hotels is being rewritten in real time: […]

U.S. Online Travel Agencies Market Hits Plateau – Image Credit Expedia    After years of high-demand momentum, the U.S. OTA market is hitting a plateau. While global expansion keeps the overall trajectory positive, domestic performance tells a more nuanced story. In 2024, U.S. OTA sales reached $108.5 billion according to Phocuswirght’s latest research report U.S. Online Travel […]