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Essendi refocuses its hotel portfolio to strengthen its European footprint

📈 Essendi, a prominent hospitality company, sold five hotels in Buenos Aires and Mendoza to ISWM as part of its 2021 asset management strategy to focus on Europe. Now, 96% of Essendi’s portfolio is European. This move emphasizes profitability in the economy and midscale sectors. Despite the divestment, Essendi retains assets in Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru, with ongoing investment reviews, suggesting further portfolio optimization in Latin America.

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When a global fund turns its attention to Marseille

🏨 The European Hotel Fund acquired the 189-room Radisson Blu Marseille from Union Investment, marking its first French entry. The hotel, located in the Old Port, was renovated in 2024 with sustainable upgrades, achieving a BREEAM Very Good certification. It features 700 sqm of event space and operates under a long-term lease with Radisson, enhancing rental stability. This acquisition expands the fund's portfolio to eleven hotels across Europe, offering long-term growth in Marseille's economic hub.

Big Mamma multiplies openings around the world

🍽️ Big Mamma is returning to Paris with Gloria Osteria on rue de Lille in the 7th arrondissement, six years after its initial international ventures. In December, it will expand into the Middle East with a Gloria Osteria at the Ritz-Carlton DIFC in Dubai. The group plans further growth with a sixth location in London, a future Circolo Popolare in Manchester, and its first Irish restaurant. This expansion underscores a strategy targeting urban areas with cultural appeal.

A new partnership shaping Europe’s hotel market

🏨 Land Union Gruppe and B&B HOTELS have opened the 79-room B&B Hotel Lübeck-Berliner Platz near Lübeck’s historic old town. This marks the start of a collaboration to develop ten more hotels across Germany and Europe. Land Union, led by Lutz Strangemann, owns over €2 billion in real estate, while B&B HOTELS operates in 18 countries with over 900 properties. This partnership aims for sustainable growth in the European hotel market.

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Mama Shelter heads to the mountains

🏔 Mama Shelter, part of Accor via Ennismore, is opening its first mountain hotel in Val Thorens, Europe's highest ski resort, by autumn 2027. Located on the Cairn Plateau at 2,100m, it will feature 148 rooms, a spa, a cinema, and a 350-bed capacity. This all-inclusive multi-night stay model marks the brand's shift from urban settings. The project, supported by Vista, Galata, and Cogeco, aims to boost Val Thorens' year-round tourism. Another similar project is planned for Marrakech in 2027.

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European hotel performance: the best of both worlds in September

📈 In September 2025, UK hotel occupancy rose by 2.6 points, increasing average prices by 4.2%, with RevPAR up 7.5% from 2024. Spain saw a RevPAR growth of 4.4%, with OT up 1.2 points and ADR up 3.2%. France recorded a 1.7% RevPAR increase, with Fashion Week boosting TO by 5 points. Germany's RevPAR fell by 4.4%, with ADR down 4.6%. Central Europe was active with trade shows and conferences.

Here we are: Best Talent Management Initiative

🏨 Appart’City launched "Unleashing the New Hospitality" in 2024, centering employees in redefining values. Beachcomber Hotels' "Feel the Happiness You Give" involves 1,000 employees, focusing on trust and well-being. IHCL integrates talent management with its Tajness philosophy, fostering leadership and inclusion. ITC Hotels’ NAPS Programme trained 4,000 apprentices, 78% employed. Kempinski's Flourish Program, started in 2023, spans 15 countries, training future leaders. Radisson's Career Month involves 75,000 members globally, enhancing career development through interactive experiences.

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A new lifestyle player for Austria’s hospitality market

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts and tristar Austria GmbH will open the Kimpton Salzburg hotel in mid-2028. Located along Salzburg's historic riverbanks, the hotel will feature 119 rooms, including 11 suites, and offer amenities like a fitness center and wellness area. This marks Kimpton's debut in Austria and strengthens IHG's presence in the DACH region, with 210 open hotels and 63 under development. The hotel aims to attract both business and leisure travelers.

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Here we are: Best Destination Marketing Campaign

🌍 Great Britain’s “Starring GREAT Britain” campaign by VisitBritain capitalizes on the set-jetting trend, featuring locations like Bath and the Scottish Highlands. Directed by Tom Hooper, it generates £20 for every £1 invested in tourism. Malaysia’s “Selamat Kembali” campaign showcases diverse cultural and natural offerings. VisitOSLO’s campaign humorously contrasts Oslo’s perceived flaws with its real charm. Portugal’s “Futourism” emphasizes sustainability. Singapore’s campaign highlights its 64 islands. Switzerland’s “Bees & Friends” campaign emphasizes biodiversity, featuring replicas of Swiss hotels for bees and narrated by James Faulkner.

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Here we are: Best Innovative Guest Experience

🏨 Kasada Hotels Africa partners with WOJO to introduce Workspitality® across Africa, integrating coworking spaces into hotels for digital nomads and remote workers, reflecting shifts in work and travel dynamics. The Leela Palace Trail offers a curated cultural journey through India's iconic palaces, emphasizing luxury and sustainability. Marriott Bonvoy Moments transforms loyalty programs with unique experiences, accessible via point bids. Mercure's BONS&VIVANTS enhances local guest experiences in 180 French hotels. Rocco Forte Hotels' Musical Room Service blends dining and live music for cultural immersion.

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