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Europe seen as safest global destination thanks to political stability and personal security
The latest edition of the Long-Haul Travel Barometer (3/2025), published by the European Travel Commission (ETC) and Eurail BV, shows that overall long-haul travel demand for September to December 2025 has declined compared to last year, with 55% of respondents planning an overseas trip, down 4%. The share of travellers unwilling to travel longer distances has risen particularly in China, Brazil and Canada, signalling a growing sense of caution. Within this picture, intentions to visit Europe remain steady, underlining the region’s resilience in a challenging global environment.
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The Rise of the Co-CEO
There has been a recent flurry of announcements from the business press regarding the appointment of Co-CEOs. What was once an oddity is becoming more common place. A recent article by Barron’s Andy Serwer addresses this trend in the broader marketplace. I thought it would be interesting to look at how the hospitality industry is or is not embracing this movement. Of the 8,088 hotel, casino and restaurant companies we track at AETHOS, only 24 had a Co-CEO arrangement, representing less than 1% of the industry.
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Embracing the Changing Tides: Anantara’s First Resort in the Thai Seaside Town of Hua Hin Unveils a New Look
Anantara Hua Hin Resort, the property that launched the worldwide luxury brand in 2001, has unveiled its extensive renovations ahead of its 25th anniversary. Designed in the style of a traditional Thai village, which has inspired many other Anantara properties around the world, the resort retains its signature elegance while updating its facilities to reflect contemporary tastes and the brand’s global standing as an ambassador of Thai hospitality.
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Leading Hotels of the World reports most successful year to date
Wed Feb 4, 2026 The Caterer’s Best Places to Work in Hospitality recognises the top 30 hospitality employers in the UK – whether that’s pubs, restaurants, hotels or foodservice operators…
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Hyatt Announces Plans for Hyatt Place Kolhapur Sangli, Strengthening Brand’s Expansion in India
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Shah Lagoo Properties LLP for Hyatt Place Kolhapur Sangli, reinforcing Hyatt’s strategy to further expand its brands in India and high-growth corridors. The hotel will be a part of SL Highstreet, a prominent mixed-use development, featuring premium office spaces and upscale retail.
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Holiday Inn & Suites Sapporo Odori Park opens to unlock a new era of family-friendly travel in Hokkaido
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has opened Holiday Inn & Suites Sapporo Odori Park, offering domestic and international travellers a welcoming base to explore one of Japan’s most dynamic cities.
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Sustainable profitability: Leveraging revenue management to drive hotel asset efficiency
With rising operating costs and fluctuating demand, hotel owners and operators across the Asia Pacific region need to balance maintaining profitability without compromising service quality. However, while cost cutting initiatives…
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Booking.com Debuts Agentic AI Innovations, Adding to its Robust Suite of GenAI Tools for Customers
Today, Booking.com has announced the launch of its first customer-facing agentic AI innovations: Smart Messenger and Auto-Reply, designed to make partner-to-guest communication faster, streamlined, and more intuitive.
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Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile Unveils Hotel-Wide Redesign, Marking New Era of French Luxury in Canada
Sofitel, the pioneer of French luxury hospitality, has unveiled the completed transformation of Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile, its flagship Canadian property for over two decades. The revitalized hotel ushers in a new era of refined hospitality, blending timeless Parisian elegance with the creative energy of Montreal.
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