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Pemako Hotels to Complete Full Renovation of Thimphu Property by End of 2027 with P49 Design's Lead

🏨 Pemako Hotels plans to complete the renovation of its Thimphu property by 2027, led by P49 Design, with updates including redesigned bedrooms and traditional Bhutanese decor. The company opened Pemako Punakha in September 2023, featuring 21 villas on 60 acres, designed by Bill Bensley. A third hotel in Paro is planned for 2029, designed by Bjarke Ingels Group.

Black-and-white view of a grand riverside hotel along a canal, with boats moored in the foreground and a cloudy sky above.

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Booking.com Facilitated €691bn in Economic Activity Across Europe in 2025, Supporting 4.7 Million Jobs

🌎 In 2025, Booking.com facilitated €691bn (£595bn) in economic activity in Europe, per Oxford Economics. Tourists spent €291bn (£250bn), aiding hospitality, transport, and retail, while sustaining 4.7 million jobs and €175bn (£150bn) in wages. Findings were shared at VivaTech in Paris on June 18. Booking.com CEO Glenn Fogel emphasized travel's economic impact in Europe, while Oxford Economics' David Goodger highlighted widespread benefits across various sectors.

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Minor Hotels Appoints Tamer Khedr as Managing Director for Egypt to Lead Planned 50-property Expansion

🏨 Minor Hotels appoints Tamer Khedr as managing director for Egypt, leading expansion plans from within the country. Khedr, formerly CEO of DO Hotels, will report to Dubai. The role coincides with the launch of Anantara Somabay Resort and a strategic partnership with Sunrise Resorts, aiming to develop up to 50 hotels and cruises over 10 years. Egypt is a key market for Minor Hotels, reflecting its long-term commitment to the region.

Maybourne Hotel Group Expands Flexjet Partnership to Offer Complimentary Helicopter Transfers for Suite Guests at London Airports

🚀 Maybourne Hotel Group, in partnership with Flexjet, offers complimentary helicopter transfers for suite guests arriving at London airports, including Farnborough, Biggin Hill, Luton, and Stansted, starting 2024. The service, initially launched at The Emory, is now available for Claridge’s, The Connaught, and The Berkeley suite guests. Helicopter transfers reduce travel time by over an hour. A chauffeur fleet is also provided from the Battersea heliport. This expansion builds on a five-year partnership.

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 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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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.

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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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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