Automatic - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 86

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Timeless Building, Thoughtful Stays: Kingslane Group Breathes Life Into Hotel Napoleon

🏨 In 2023, the century-old Hotel Napoleon in Memphis's downtown reopened under the voco by IHG brand. Originally built in 1902 as the Scimitar Building, it's now the only voco hotel in Memphis. With 58 rooms, it combines historic charm with modern design, eco-friendly practices, and local flavor-inspired menus. This opening boosts Memphis's international profile and tourism, creates jobs, and revitalizes a landmark, thanks to KingsLane Group's development initiative.

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Zeus International Hotels & Resorts Group presents its new corporate identity marking a new era of growth

🏨 ZEUS Hotels & Resorts Group marks its 10th anniversary with a strategic rebranding, aiming for global outreach. The Group, with over 4,000 accommodations across Greece, Cyprus, Romania, and Italy, launches three new categories: ZEUS Flagship, ZEUS Eleva, and ZEUS Essence. Their 2025-26 plan focuses on expanding in Greece, including acquisitions like ZEUS Kassandra Lagoon and upgrades such as ZEUS Eleva Mirabello Bay. The initiative emphasizes luxurious, authentic, and sustainable hospitality experiences.

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NOW OPEN: Lightwell Hotel & Spa in Oregon

🏨 Lightwell Hotel & Spa opens in downtown Hood River, set in the restored 1904 Waucoma Hotel. Featuring 69 rooms, a rooftop bar, and a subterranean spa opening in December 2025 with a 20-person soaking pool. The hotel is a vibrant community hub, combining historic charm and contemporary sustainability. Dining includes Pacific Northwest-Mediterranean cuisine. Key partners include Columbia Gorge Capital and VIP Hospitality Group. Located at 201 Cascade Ave, Hood River, OR. Contact: +1 541-436-4860.

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Accor and Mayan Properties Sign Master Development Agreement for Five Hotels in Africa

📍 Accor has signed an agreement with Mayan Properties to develop five hotels in Sub-Saharan Africa, adding over 1,100 keys. This includes Novotel Nouakchott in Mauritania and Mövenpick Moroni in Comoros. Accor currently operates 175 properties in Africa, totaling over 33,000 keys. The agreement aims to enhance Africa's tourism sector through UAE-backed sustainable investment, leveraging Accor's expertise and Mayan's leadership. Accor, founded in 1967, manages over 5,600 hotels globally.

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From Sleep to Profit: Why Wellness Investments Are the Quiet Drivers of Hotel Performance

💸 2024-2025, globally: Hotels with wellness amenities saw a GOPPAR increase of 4–6% and ADR growth of 2–3% year-over-year. Luxury hotels offering wellness programs reported a 3% higher ADR and 4% stronger GOPPAR. Wellness properties showed lower GOPPAR volatility and stable margins compared to non-wellness hotels. Non-room departments, like F&B and Spa, grew revenues by up to 3% and achieved double-digit profit margins. Investing in wellness enhances guest satisfaction, loyalty, and long-term profitability.

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Radisson Hotel Group Launches Creator Hub: A Game-Changer for Travel Storytelling

🏨 Radisson Hotel Group launches Creator Hub, connecting nano influencers (1,000-30,000 followers) with 210+ hotels globally. Influencers receive non-monetary three-night stays for two, crafting content that aligns with Radisson’s brand. This initiative bolsters authenticity and innovation. By 2026, expansion into new markets is planned. Created in collaboration with Apple Tree, the platform leverages social media to enhance genuine storytelling, aiming for broader engagement and brand awareness. Apply via Instagram or TikTok for participation.

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PwC UK Hotels Forecast 2025 – 2026: Selective resilience

🏨 UK hotel sector in 2026 shows resilience amidst economic challenges and rising costs. Supported by international demand and event-led travel, the market is stable. Adapting quickly and leveraging innovation, strategic partnerships, and sustainability are crucial. Focus areas include operational efficiency, cost management, flexible staffing, sustainable energy use, and revenue diversification. Financing conditions remain selective, urging disciplined capital management through refinancing and joint ventures to ensure profitability and growth.

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Ascott Launches Holistic Disability Inclusion Playbook For Accommodation Sector, Setting New Hospitality Benchmark

📚 Ascott Limited launched a Disability Inclusion Playbook in Singapore, supported by SG Enable, World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, and Valuable 500. By 2026, Ascott will report on hiring persons with disabilities and host community programs. By 2027, all frontline staff will complete disability awareness training. By 2028, digital platforms will meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards. The playbook, reviewed by 20 experts, provides practical steps for inclusive hospitality. An assistive amenities toolkit will be piloted in Singapore properties.

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Google Agentic Commerce This changes everything. Not today. But really soon. This stuff is the future of Google. Its probably good news for some and really bad news for many others. One of the… | Christian Watts

💻 In spring 2025, Google introduced an AI-driven feature called Agentic Commerce, now widely available, enhancing search with agentic capabilities. This AI mode, using Google's Gemini, performs deep, real-time searches across 351 sites, such as Yelp and OpenTable, for restaurant reservations in San Francisco. Though still in testing, it aims for seamless, in-window bookings, potentially changing travel discovery by reducing intermediary reliance. Google may monetize through transaction fees and promotional listings.

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A New Era of Coastal Grandeur: The Algonquin Resort Embarks on Landmark Transformation

🏖️ In 2023, The Algonquin Resort in St. Andrews by-the-Sea, New Brunswick is undergoing a multi-million dollar transformation led by GM Cole Sheridan. Set to complete by mid-2027, the project revitalizes its 233 guestrooms and introduces Usva by-the-Sea spa, opening in Spring 2026. With a history since 1889, the resort spans over 220 acres, featuring a top-rated golf course. The redesign by mackaywong fuses heritage with modern elegance, enhancing the resort's year-round appeal.

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