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How luxury hotel design appeals to multigenerational travelers
A recent McKinsey report challenges the perception that luxury travelers are primarily older adults, revealing that 80% of high-end travelers are under 60, with peak travel spending occurring among those…
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Social media, reviews and reputation: How to strengthen your hotel’s digital footprint beyond paid marketing
Hotels often invest heavily in digital marketing strategies which can include everything from paid search campaigns to influencer collaborations. While these initiatives are vital components of an overall marketing plan,…
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7 hotel industry trends to keep on the radar for 2025
The hotel industry is poised for significant shifts in 2025, with private- equity (PE) firms continuing to play a prominent role in hotel asset acquisitions. As economic conditions evolve, emerging…
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In the Paris Olympics’ afterglow, Europe’s hotel pipeline stays the course.
The latest figures from Lodging Econometrics’ Q4 2024 analysis indicate Europe’s hotel construction pipeline encompasses 1,661 projects totaling 244,464 rooms. Though this represents a slight year-over-year cooling, these figures reflect…
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Crowded House: In an era of hotel brand expansion and the AOP dilemma, are owners still protected?
It’s getting more congested out there. Brand companies have expanded their offerings in recent years through a variety of mergers and acquisitions and organically. Though brand proliferation has increased…
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Smart spending, strong returns: 6 strategies to face hotel construction costs in 2025
For anyone exploring a new hotel project this year, there is one primary concern that comes to mind: rising costs. Material prices are still increasing with inflation, contractors are citing…
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The evolution of hotel design: creating spaces for work, leisure and community
The hotel industry has undergone a seismic shift over the past few years, accelerated by changing travel patterns, evolving work habits and the growing influence of home-sharing platforms. The traditional…
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The +1 Factor: How lodging companies can elevate guest experience and boost satisfaction
In hospitality, every guest interaction presents an opportunity to exceed expectations. Regardless of your role or where you work, delivering a memorable guest experience relies heavily on collaboration and teamwork.…
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