The overall stayover arrivals in May are positive recording 7% growth. @CuracaoTravel
World’s largest vertical farming facility to be built in Dubai
Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) and Crop One will co-invest US$40 million to build the world’s largest vertical farming facility near Al Maktoum International Airport at Dubai World Central. @emirates
World Tourism Day places focus on innovation and digital transformation
The importance of digital technologies in tourism, providing opportunities for innovation and preparing the sector for the future of work, is at the centre of World Tourism Day 2018, to be celebrated in Budapest, Hungary (27 September 2018). @UNWTO
Marriott to remove plastic straws worldwide by July 2019
Company to eliminate more than 1 billion plastic straws annually, reducing its environmental impact. @Marriott
Highly praised general manager joins HSMAI’s team of mentors and Advisory Board for Culture and People
Jarle Moen, general manager of the luxury hotel THE THIEF in Oslo, first opening its doors back in January 2013, has been highly successful in establishing his hotel, owned by Nordic Choice Hotels, as one of the country’s leading luxury retreats. Moen has an impressive track record, as general manager for several Nordic Choice Hotels and is ready to join HSMAI Region Europe’s Mike Leven Mentor Program, as well as the Culture and People Advisory Board. @Nordic_Choice @HSMAI
Conrad New York to offer first ever reading program
Luxury hotel launches an inaugural reading program which will provide guests access to critically acclaimed literature that they can take home, conveniently located in every room. @ConradNewYork
European serviced apartments boom as operators head towards new markets
The European serviced apartment sector has boomed in the past year, with approaching 20,000 units planned for the next five years and some operators within the region interested in expanding into new markets such as Eastern Europe and even the US. @HVS_Consulting
LRC Group acquires Amaris Hospitality
Addition of seven UK-based DoubleTree by Hilton hotels brings Amaris Hospitality group to 30 hotels. LRC has ambitious plans to grow Amaris Hospitality portfolio to over 50 properties.
European Travel Commission reports growth momentum towards the peak travel season
European destinations have paved the way for an encouraging summer season with a third of reporting destinations enjoying double-digit expansion to date. Europe remains the leading destination worldwide despite increased competition. The current forecast for 2018 suggests a moderate expansion trending around 3-4%. @ETC_Corporate
Hyatt launches global efforts to reduce single-use plastics
Hyatt Hotels worldwide plan to eliminate plastic straws and drink picks. @HyattTweets
