Market Trends

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🏠 Independent short-term rental hosts remain optimistic, with 47.7% seeing no impact from large property management companies and only 10.4% feeling dominated locally. Involving 566 STR professionals, the report reveals hosts' confidence in personalisation (74.8%), attention to detail (72%), direct guest relationships (60.3%), and pricing flexibility (48.8%). While 38.3% might partner with PMCs for marketing, 56.7% plan to expand in 2025, showing continued optimism in the STR market.

📈 May 21, 2025 – Expedia's 2025 Traveler Value Index highlights that 88% plan leisure trips in the next year, with a 19% rise in international travel intent since 2022. Social media influences 61% of trip ideas, up from 35% in 2022, and 73% are swayed by influencers. Trust is as pivotal as price, with 75% paying more for better-reviewed lodging. 83% favor using loyalty points for travel. Chinese, UK, and German travelers lead in planning international travel.

🗺 Luxury travel trends in 2025 show affluent travelers plan an average of eight leisure trips, with three being international. Preferred Hotels & Resorts' report highlights that 70% find modern luxury hotels soulless due to standardization. Over 90% value curation, while 71% plan multigenerational trips. Authentic experiences and loyalty programs are crucial, with 82% emphasizing loyalty for quality. Conducted by The Harris Poll, the survey involved 500 affluent U.S. travelers with specific income and asset criteria.

🏨 Nemea Appart'Hotel, marking its 20th anniversary, operates 18 properties in major French cities with annual sales of €28 million. In 2022, the Nice property opened as part of a strategy to expand with 4-star residences. The brand aims for 30 properties by 2030, opening 2-3 annually. They target digital transformation, boosting direct sales by 300% via a new website. Future plans include self-check-in kiosks by 2026, aligning with hospitality tech trends.

💡 Preciosa Lighting's new Crystal Links collection, unveiled in May 2025, transforms lighting into an urban art form. With its sleek metal and Bohemian crystal design, it emulates cityscapes through a unique LED technique. Co-Creative Director Michael Vasku emphasizes the collection’s embrace of urban energy, offering customizable options from static white to RGBW colors. The collection allows for unique personalization, making each piece a bespoke artistic expression.

🏨 The Siam Bangkok, a luxury boutique hotel designed by BENSLEY, is situated along the Chao Phraya River with 38 suites and pool villas. The design blends Thai royal palace grandeur with Art Deco elements, featuring teakwood, marble, and historical artifacts from the Sukosol family. Facilities include the Opium Spa, a yoga terrace, and a riverside infinity pool. The Chon Thai Restaurant is set in century-old teak houses, offering authentic Thai cuisine in an intimate setting.

🌴 Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui, designed by Bill Bensley, showcases luxury integrated with nature. Located on a Thai hillside, the resort uses local materials like wood, stone, and bamboo, preserving the landscape and views of the Gulf of Thailand. Villas offer privacy with open-plan designs. Bensley's eco-friendly approach includes water conservation and energy-efficient lighting. The resort supports local artisans, reinforcing cultural ties. This design harmonizes nature, tradition, and modern luxury.