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IHG to Open First Hotel Indigo in Sweden's Stockholm Kvarnholmen District with 232 Rooms by 2029

🏨 IHG Hotels and Resorts will open its first Hotel Indigo in Stockholm, Sweden's Kvarnholmen district by 2029. The hotel will offer 232 rooms, a restaurant, rooftop pool, spa, and 150 sqm of meeting space. Developed by Kvarnholmen Utveckling, a Peab and JM joint venture, and operated by 1912 Hotels under a franchise deal, it will join IHG's 13 Nordic properties. The project aligns with IHG's Nordic expansion strategy.

Scottish Hotel Sector Urged to Reinvest in Quality Amid 16% Supply Growth and Shifts in Travel Planning

🏨 Scotland’s hotel sector sees robust summer trading; international demand remains strong, but domestic leisure travel is under pressure. 31% of visitor spend is from the luxury market, appealing to younger demographics. Edinburgh and Glasgow report revenue growth, yet a 16% supply expansion in Edinburgh may increase competition. 40% of visitor journeys now come via AI search tools. Industry leaders urge reinvestment in property quality and sustainability to navigate future challenges.

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Otherland Hotels Appoints Jazib Husain as General Manager for First International Site in Sri Lanka

🏨 Jazib Husain has been appointed as the general manager for Otherland Galle, the first international site for Bengaluru-based Otherland Hotels, on the Sri Lankan coast. The hotel features 66 oceanfront rooms and is developed in partnership with Emanuel Sidhartha. Husain brings 20 years of hospitality experience. This project is part of a broader expansion plan across South Asia, including hotels, restaurants, and beach clubs.

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Otherland Hotels Appoints Jazib Husain as General Manager for New 66-Room Galle Site in Sri Lanka

🏖 Otherland Hotels appoints Jazib Husain as general manager of Otherland Galle, a 66-room oceanfront hotel on the Sri Lankan coast, marking the company's first international site. Husain brings 20 years of hospitality experience. The development is in partnership with Emanuel Sidhartha. Rishi Sreedharan, CEO of Otherland, emphasizes Husain's global expertise as key to their lifestyle hospitality vision in South Asia. Husain aims for memorable guest experiences and operational excellence.

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Bristol Hoteliers Association Supports Tom Kerridge's Campaign for 10% VAT to Boost Hospitality Profit Margins

💵 Bristol Hoteliers Association supports Tom Kerridge’s ‘VAT’s the Problem’ campaign for a 10% VAT rate in the hospitality industry. The campaign gathered over 100,000 signatures in 72 hours. In 2026, Bristol saw a 3% increase in hotel occupancy, but rising costs (3%-13%) keep profits flat. Upcoming events like Bristol Pride and the Harbour Festival offer optimism. A VAT reduction could boost sales and aid economic recovery, echoing previous calls for lower tax rates since 2022.

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Bristol Hoteliers Association Supports Tom Kerridge's Campaign for 10% Hospitality VAT to Boost Profits Amid Rising Costs

💸 Bristol Hoteliers Association supports Tom Kerridge's '#VATsTheProblem' campaign for a 10% VAT rate to protect hospitality profits. The campaign gained over 100,000 signatures in 72 hours. Despite a 3% increase in hotel occupancy, rising costs (3-13%) keep profits flat. Summer 2026 looks promising with events like international cricket, Bristol Pride, and Balloon Fiesta. BHA advocates for VAT reduction, a longstanding industry demand, to boost sales and sustain the local economy.

Bristol Hoteliers Association Supports Campaign for 10% VAT Rate to Protect Hospitality Profits Amid Rising Costs

💸 Tom Kerridge’s campaign, backed by the Bristol Hoteliers Association, seeks a 10% VAT rate for the hospitality industry. Within 72 hours, it gained over 100,000 signatures. In 2026, Bristol hotel occupancy rose 3%, but average room rates dropped. Operating costs increased by 3% to 13%, impacting profits. June's events, including international cricket, are boosting the local economy. Upcoming summer events in Bristol, like Pride and the Balloon Fiesta, offer optimism despite economic challenges.

Bristol Hoteliers Association Supports Tom Kerridge's Campaign for 10% VAT to Boost Hospitality Sector Profits

💸 Bristol Hoteliers Association backs Tom Kerridge's 'VAT’s the Problem' campaign for a 10% VAT rate in hospitality. Kerridge's campaign received 100,000 signatures in under 72 hours, supported by UKHospitality and CODE Hospitality. Bristol hotel occupancy rose by 3% in 2026, with operating costs rising 3-13%. Despite challenges, local events boost optimism for summer trading. BHA has advocated for VAT reduction since 2022, aligning with industry calls for competitive tax rates.

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Minor Hotels to Launch First Japanese Property with Avani Kyoto Opening in 2030, Featuring 240 Rooms

🏨 Minor Hotels plans to develop Avani Kyoto, marking its entry into Japan. The 240-room hotel is set to open in 2030. It's a joint project with Taisei Corporation and Heiwa Real Estate, located at the former Kyoto Shimbun headquarters on Karasuma Street, Kyoto, near Marutamachi Station. The development includes renovating a North Building and adding a South Building, featuring dining and social spaces. This is part of Minor Hotels' expansion in Japan.

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The Marram Collection Opens £7.5 Million Boutique Hotel The Kithmore in St Andrews with 44 Rooms

🏖️ The Marram Collection opened The Kithmore hotel in St Andrews on 16 June, after a £7.5 million redevelopment. The project transformed three 19th-century Georgian townhouses on Playfair Terrace into a luxury hotel with 44 bedrooms, creating 36 local jobs. Bennie’s, the on-site Scottish bar and restaurant, accommodates 57 indoors and 30 outdoors. General manager Kathryn McNairn, head chef Joe Reddie, and deputy manager Caryn Kelly lead the team. Malcolm Allan highlighted the focus on preserving heritage and offering top-notch hospitality.

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