Europe’s tourism recovery is maintaining its momentum despite economic headwinds, reaching about 95% of 2019 levels of international tourist arrivals. Though inflation and increased travel costs are squeezing consumers’ wallets, travel spending is still prioritised over other discretionary expenses. The latest data available shows that one-quarter of reporting European destinations have surpassed pre-pandemic levels of foreign arrivals.
citizenM aims for 100% green building certifications
Award-winning hotel and lifestyle brand citizenM highlights the company’s latest achievements and priorities in its annual ESG report, including its focus on credible ESG data, sustaining high green building standards, rolling out salary transparency projects for employees, and an ambitious decarbonization plan across its global portfolio. Underscoring citizenM’s ongoing commitment to making change for environmentally and socially conscious travelers, the brand cements its position among those “who think purposefully about their impacts on the world.”
Marriott International announces release date for second quarter 2023 earnings
Marriott International, Inc. will report second-quarter 2023 earnings results on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at approximately 7:00 am Eastern Time (ET). The company will hold a conference call for the investment community on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at 8:30 am ET. Marriott International’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Anthony Capuano, as well as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, Development, Leeny Oberg, will discuss the company’s performance.
Australia’s best upscale hotel to hit the market
Melbourne’s award-winning Quincy Hotel, on the iconic Flinders Lane, has been listed for sale by international hotel owner InterGlobe Enterprises.
Radisson Hotel Group reports H1 growth across its expanded brand portfolio with 100+ signings and openings
Radisson Hotel Group has had a strong H1 2023 with strategic growth across the portfolio being delivered in APAC and in EMEA with milestone openings and signings. The Group also announced more offerings to its owners and guests with the inclusion of art’otel in its portfolio, blending art and lifestyle.
Finland further tightens entry rules for Russian visitors
Finland’s Foreign Ministry issued a statement, announcing that the Nordic country will tighten entry rules for visitors from Russian Federation.
African Tourism board sets to market Africa travel
Unlocking the potential tourism opportunities on African Continent, the African Tourism Board is now promoting regional tourism blocs for speeding up tourism development in Africa, famous for its amazing natural resources and attractive heritage sites.
VisitBritain/VisitEngland attend The Meeting Show
On 28-29 June, the VisitBritain Business Events team attended The Meeting Show, the largest business-to-business (B2B) trade show in the UK, with attendance from domestic and international event buyers.
UNWTO partners with Alpitour world around innovation, education and sustainability
UNWTO will work with Alpitour World as a strategic partner to advance innovation, education and sustainability across every part of the tourism sector.
Radisson Collection launches immersive botanical art exhibition at newly opened Milan hotel
Radisson Collection today announces their newest art partner as part of the brand’s continuing global Art Series – Studio Mary Lennox. The Studio has created an immersive botanical art installation at the recently opened Radisson Collection Hotel, Santa Sofia Milan, installed for the hotel’s grand opening event last week. The exhibition is the latest in the Radisson Collection global Art Series, an ongoing series of collaborations with emerging contemporary artists to create immersive artwork highlighting iconic travel destinations through digital and social channels and on-site exhibitions at the hotels aimed at enriching the guest experience.
