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Market Report Italy
Travel & Tourism Injected €215BN into Italian Economy
Employment and international visitor spend breaks all records
Hospitality Industry Sentiment
Hotel Industry Expert Predictions for Occupancy and ADR Hold Steady, Even with Declining Confidence in Demand
Compared to the previous iteration of this study in Q4 2023, overall business confidence for the next 12 months has held steady, with 35% of respondents rating their confidence at an '8' or higher on a 10-point scale.
Market Report U.S.
U.S. Hotel Performance for Week Ending April 27th
As expected with Passover, U.S. hotel performance came in lower than the previous week and comparable period last year, according to CoStar's latest data through 27 April.
Luxury Hotels
Luxury Hotels and a 'Sense of Place': Brand Identity and Experiences - By Dr Suzanne Godfrey
In the second article in this three-part series exploring luxury hotels and how a 'sense of place' helps differentiate a luxury hotel and build loyalty, Suzanne Godfrey, consultant and lecturer in luxury and luxury hospitality, examines how the brand's identity can elevate the hotel experience and create a unique sense of place.
Paris Olympics
The Olympics Effect: Insights into Its Impact on Paris' Hospitality Industry
Beyond the track, The Olympic Games provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the host city's hospitality industry to take center stage. As the world's gaze turns to Paris in 2024, we're keeping a close eye on the performance of the city's hotels and short-term rentals.
Market Report Australia
Australian Hotel Sector to Benefit from Occupancy and Room Rate Growth As Inbound Tourism Recovery Gathers Momentum
Surging inbound tourism will help boost Australia's hotel occupancy levels this year and next while spurring room rate growth in most markets, particularly Sydney and Brisbane, according to new CBRE forecasts.
Market Report U.S.
STR Commentary on U.S. Hotel Performance for March 2024
Revenue per available room (RevPAR) fell 2.2% year over year (YoY) in March, marking the first such decline since February 2021.
Market Report India
HVS Anarock India Hospitality Industry Review April 2024
Read the latest edition of the HVS ANAROCK monthly industry update, Hotels & Hospitality Overview (H2O), for the key trends in the Indian hospitality industry.
Hotel Trends
A Recap of TravelBoom's 2024 Hotelier Study
TravelBoom's 2024 Hotelier Study takes an insightful look at the current market and industry hurdles and offers solutions for overcoming these challenges. Do you want to know what industry challenges have fellow hoteliers most worried, and gain practical solutions? Read on for a full recap of the 2024 Hotelier Study.
Hotel Construction Pipeline Canada
Hotel Construction Pipeline in Canada Reaches New Highs in Q1 2024
The latest Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report for Canada from Lodging Econometrics (LE) reveals, at Q1 2024, there are 314 projects/39,628 rooms in the total pipeline. This new record-high in project counts represents an impressive 11% increase in project counts and a 5% increase in room numbers year-over-year (YOY).
Americas Travel Insights Report
Data Shows Tourism in the Americas is on the Rise
Demand for travel to destinations across the Americas is on the rise, a new report released today by Amadeus in collaboration with UN Tourism shows.
Business Travel Trends
Business Travel Professionals Show Optimism, Commitment in Their Career Outlook for 2024
Work life balance, contentment and industry opportunity in their roles fuel loyalty - Global travel buyers and suppliers also report continued knowledge gaps, desire for clarity and implementation challenges related to New Distribution Capability
Market Report Greece
GBR Consulting Reports Greek Hospitality Industry Performance 1st Quarter 2024
In Athens, the rise in airport arrivals boosted occupancy rates by 5.9% in Q1 2024/23, accompanied by a 3.9% increase in room prices. Consequently, RevPAR improved by 10%.
Luxury Hotels
Three Strategies for Legacy Hotels in the Luxury Segment to Stay in the Game Among New Market Entrants
When new luxury and upper-upscale hotels enter a market, it can serve as a call to action for other hotels to up their game. For these legacy hotels, the challenge is not just to maintain market share but also to reinforce their foothold among new entrants.
Hotel Construction Pipeline U.S.
Atlanta Hotel Construction Pipeline Hits Its All-Time High
The recent U.S. Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE) reports that, at the close of the first quarter, the top five markets with the largest hotel construction pipelines are led by Dallas with 185 projects/21,882 rooms, slightly below record-highs recorded at the end of Q4 2023. Next is Atlanta, with an all-time high of 153 projects with 17,929 rooms.
Neurodivergent Travelers
Hyatt Reveals Survey Findings on the Hotel Stay Needs of Neurodivergent Travelers
Hyatt collaborates with KultureCity for a survey of more than 1,000 neurodivergent individuals and caregivers to drive research-supported action
Management Fees
HVS Report - A New Approach to Hotel Management Fees - By Marcus R. Lee
In the ever-evolving hospitality industry, the question of how to effectively compensate hotel operators remains crucial. While the basic premise of paying managers for their management skills holds true, the prevalent incentive fee structures may no longer adequately align with market realities, particularly for owners.
Market Report Dubai
Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr a Boost for Dubai Hotels
During Ramadan (11 March - 9 April), Dubai saw its highest daily occupancy levels on Friday, 29 March (at 78.9%), which coincided with the Easter holiday weekend. The market’s ADR levels peaked on Saturday, 30 March, at AED901.25.
Global Hotel Industry Performance
STR Weekly Insights on Global Hotel Industry Performance: 14-20 April 2024
Global leisure demand beginning to bloom - U.S. RevPAR moderated after three unsteady weeks.
Market Report Dubai
Earlier Ramadan and Eid-al-Fitr Celebrations Had Positive Impact on Dubai Hotel Performance
As expected, Dubai hotel occupancy dipped slightly at the beginning of Ramadan, with occupancy fluctuating between 60 - 74%, with the exception of the Easter weekend when Dubai saw occupancy levels climb as high as 78.9% on 29 March (the night before Easter Sunday).
Business Travel Trends
Amex Global Business Travel: 7 Business Travel Trends
From sustainable practices to cutting-edge technology, we've identified seven travel industry trends that are redefining the future of the travel industry and reshaping business travel solutions.
Hybrid Events
Best Practices for Hybrid Event Management
While hybrid corporate events may be the future of modern meetings and conferences, planning and hosting one poses some unique challenges. If you're wondering how to host the best hybrid event, this guide covers it all. You'll learn everything from what hybrid events are and the benefits they deliver to how to plan a hybrid conference that delivers on your goals along with some hybrid event ideas to make it successful.
Hotel Loyalty Programs
Loyalty Program is the Third Most Important Factor when Choosing a Hotel, After Hotel Quality and Location According to Global Hotel Alliance Research
When selecting a hotel, almost all members want reassurance that their hotel is of good quality (97% say that’s most important) and in a convenient location (92%). Loyalty program benefits (90%) are nearly as essential, followed by customer service (88%).
U.S. Employment Law
U.S. Federal Trade Commission Announces Rule Banning Non-Competes for Employees - By Jim Butler
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s recent decision to ban non-compete agreements marks a pivotal shift in employment regulations nationwide. This rule not only prohibits new agreements but also retroactively impacts existing ones.