Dubai is leading the growth in the region’s hospitality industry, with the highest average price per key in Q1 2017 amongst the 21 cites in the Mena region.
Online web portal rentals are riling the hospitality industry
Measures to tax and license Òtransient accommodationsÓ such as Airbnb online rentals are advancing.
Marriott International combats homelessness among LGBTQ youth through #LoveTravels
Marriott International are inviting people everywhere to join the global #LoveTravels movement this week to stand in support of the LGBTQ homeless youth community.
Hospitality industry needs to Òplan for the worstÓ on staff shortages
The UK hospitality industry needs to “plan for the worst” regarding an imminent labour shortage, according to George Vezza.
Bartech bolsters global market position with expanded presence in Asia, Latin America and Caribbean
Bartech has significantly expanded its presence in some of the world’s fasting growing travel markets, with recent installations at properties in seven key regions.
Trump Hotels launches American IDEA, a new midscale brand
Trump Hotels announces the continued expansion of its hotel portfolio with the launch of its new midscale brand, American IDEA.
TUMI announces launch of global locator
TUMI have announcedÊthe launch of the TUMI Global Locator, a wireless tracking device designed to provide travellers with location-specific positioning information regarding the whereabouts of their luggage and travel bags.
Japan’s Prince Hotels to acquire StayWell
Prince Hotels Inc. will acquire the business operations of Australian hotel chain StayWell Hospitality Group Pty. for ´4.3 billion.
Wyndham launches a new brand: Trademark Hotel Collection
Wyndham Hotel Group hasÊannounced a new brand:ÊTrademark Hotel Collection.
Marriott: Independent portfolio will grow 50 per cent by 2019
Marriott International expects to grow its brands of independent hotel collections by nearly 50 per cent by 2019.











