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Weekly map of hotel openings – February #1 2026
🗽 The latest hotel openings are creating buzz worldwide. This week, several new properties have opened or are set to launch soon. Key brands are introducing innovative styles and adding more rooms to their portfolios. These eagerly anticipated hotels are situated in various global locations, enhancing local hospitality scenes with their unique designs and exceptional services. Stay tuned for the specifics on brand names, room counts, and opening dates as they become available.
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Disney names parks chief Josh D’Amaro as CEO
🎪 Josh D’Amaro appointed as CEO of The Walt Disney Company. Previously managed parks, cruises, experiences, and hospitality, contributing $10 billion in revenue in Q1 of fiscal year 2026.
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After the United Kingdom at the end of 2025, Radisson Individuals is starting its Spanish sequence for 2026
🏨 Radisson Hotel Group introduces its Radisson Individuals brand in Spain with two properties in Las Caldas valley, near Oviedo. This move highlights the group's strategy to expand its 'collection' brands in unique destinations, leveraging collaborations with local operators.
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How India is establishing itself as the next key market for the global hotel industry
🌍 India, with its 1.4 billion population, is a strategic hospitality market due to its growing middle class and mostly unbranded hotels. By January 2026, a landmark free trade agreement between the EU and India aims to boost tourism and hotel investments. This agreement sets a new macroeconomic and regulatory framework, prompting international hospitality groups to adjust their priorities and models.
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Monthly summary of the hotel openings map : January 2026
🏨 In October, new hotel openings span the globe, highlighting bustling regions and emerging trends in hospitality. The data showcases active areas and countries experiencing strong growth, providing a strategic overview for industry stakeholders. Stay informed to anticipate market shifts and make well-informed decisions in the evolving hotel sector.
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Weekly map of hotel openings – January #4 2026
🏨 Major hotel openings are happening globally. A few highlights include the Four Seasons Hotel in Osaka, Japan, opening in March with 175 rooms, and a Marriott in Cairo, Egypt, set to open in April with 250 rooms. In New York, a boutique hotel under the Accor brand will debut in May, featuring 120 rooms. These openings reflect diverse styles and expanding hospitality options worldwide.
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Accor is evolving the governance of its franchise division
🏠 Accor appoints Leire Leoz as Franchise General Manager for its Premium, Midscale, and Economy division, effective February 2, 2026. This move aims to bolster its franchise strategy, a key component of its growth model in high-volume segments with significant international potential.
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Accor is evolving the governance of its franchise division
💼 Leire Leoz has been appointed to drive operational excellence and performance of Accor's franchise network. She will report to Deputy CEO Jean-Jacques Morin and join the Executive Committee of the Premium, Midscale & Economy division. Previously, she was VP Owner and Partner Relations for EMEA at Marriott International. Her solid franchise expertise, gained from roles at Starwood, InterContinental, and the European Commission, will support Accor's franchise acceleration strategy.
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Hyatt strengthens its all-inclusive leadership with a strategic appointment
🏨 Maria Zarraluqui will take on the role of Senior Vice President, Global Hyatt Inclusive Collection Growth and Owner Relations for Hyatt Hotels Corporation, starting March 1, 2026. This move aims to bolster Hyatt’s presence in the all-inclusive sector.
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