Skål International and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) have strengthened links during FITUR. @SKAL_Intl @UNWTO @fitur_madrid
IHG to expand its Kimpton brand into 20 new global destinations
Outlook for the luxury boutique brand is at its strongest in its 38-year history with more than 25 hotels under development. @Kimpton
Marriott sets new record for growth in 2018
Marriott signed 125,000 rooms and opened more than 80,000 rooms in 2018. @Marriott
How alternative accommodations are fuelling the curious global traveller
A race to be the first, a desire to live like a local, and a continued focus on value for money – Booking.com reveals what’s driving travellers into original homes, tree houses, boats and beyond. @bookingcom
TUI tests augmented reality glasses in Palma de Mallorca
Excursions with augmented reality allow customers to individually explore cities and places of interest. @TUIGroup
Consumer trends to shape guest expectations in 2019
Sabre Corporation has released a study which reveals the top consumer trends that will shape the hospitality industry in 2019 and beyond. @Sabre_Corp
Tourism in Lombok on its feet again for 2019
Majority of tourism operations in Lombok, Indonesia, are open again and hungry for business as they recover from the natural setbacks of 2018. @KhiriTravel
International tourist arrivals reach 1.4 billion, two years ahead of forecasts
2018 totalled 1.4 billion international tourist arrivals (+6%), consolidating 2017 strong results and proving to be the second strongest year since 2010. @UNWTO
Sbe to open 10 hotel and residential projects in Mexico City
In addition to the Mondrian properties, the upcoming projects will include other acclaimed sbe brands such as SLS and HYDE. @sbeCollection
Ascott to open 26 properties in 18 cities
CapitaLand’s wholly-owned lodging business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott), has secured contracts for another 26 properties with over 4,600 units across 18 cities and 11 countries. The new additions boost its portfolio to over 100,000 units. @Ascott_Ltd
