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Hudini partners with Nobu Hotels to digitise guest check-in across luxury hotel portfolio
20 July 202620 June 2026 : Hudini , a leader in digital transformation solutions for the hospitality industry, has entered into an agreement with Nobu Hotels to deploy its Staff Connect digital check-in solution across the brand’s global portfolio of luxury lifestyle hotels. The collaboration reflects Nobu Hotels’ commitment to elevating the guest arrival experience through a seamless and digitally enabled check-in journey. Staff Connect is designed to empower front desk teams with an efficient check-in workflow while enabling a more personalised…
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La Vie Hotels & Resorts Appointed to Manage 138-Key Westin Gold Coast Hotel, Opening Late 2029
17 July 2026🏨 La Vie Hotels & Resorts will manage the upcoming Westin Gold Coast Hotel, slated to open in late 2029. Located in a new mixed-use development, the hotel will feature 138 rooms across levels 6 to 25. It offers 115 premium rooms, 23 suites, a signature restaurant, and wellness amenities. This project aligns with Marriott International’s strategic expansion on the Gold Coast, aiming to enhance well-being and hospitality experiences in Australia.
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Rocco Forte Hotels Adopts Sion Platform to Pay Advisor Commissions Within 48 Hours of Processing
17 July 2026💰 Rocco Forte Hotels, as of July 17, 2026, pays advisors within 24-48 hours post-processing via Sion. The industry’s average payment time is 39 days post-checkout, with Onyx CenterSource handling commissions for most. Only 52% of hotels use direct debit, causing delays. Rocco Forte commits to 20-day payments post-checkout. ASTA plans to publish a watchlist for late-paying hotels. Ensure your hotel’s checkout-to-commission timeline is minimized to avoid advisor dissatisfaction.
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Aspen Hospitality Launches Nell Hotels with 2027 Debut in Rockefeller Center and Little Nell Renovation
15 July 2026🏨 Aspen Hospitality will debut Nell Hotels, launching with Nell New York at Rockefeller Center in fall 2027, designed by Rockwell Group. As Manhattan’s sole Relais & Châteaux property, this 134-room hotel will include a fine dining restaurant with Midtown views. Concurrently, the Little Nell in Aspen will close in April 2027 for renovations, reopening for the 2027-2028 winter season. The Little Nell’s wedding services and Residences will remain operational during this period.
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Phocuswright Study: 79-84% of Travelers Prefer Certified Bed Bug-Free Hotels Over Uncertified 5-Star Options
8 July 2026🐞 1,082 leisure and business travelers in the US, UK, and France prioritize bed bug safety over cleanliness and value. 79-84% would choose a certified 4-star hotel over an uncertified 5-star at the same price. 70% in the US and half in the UK and France take bed bug precautions. Certification can boost direct bookings by 30%, with a €9.5bn opportunity if priced into ADR. Up to 30% of US travelers use AI to check bed bug reputations.
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HFTP Partners with The Hospitality Law Conference for Educational Programming in Washington, D.C., October 2026
8 July 2026📈 HFTP partners with The Hospitality Law Conference for an educational event in Washington, D.C. on October 28–29, 2026. Co-hosted by Choice Hotels, it targets developers, attorneys, and financial executives, focusing on finance and regulatory trends in hospitality. HFTP will lead a half-day roundtable. Frank Wolfe, CEO of HFTP, emphasizes cross-functional collaboration. Full program details are pending. HFTP, founded in 1952, supports hospitality finance and technology globally.
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Copenhagen Hotel Market Sees Record 2025 Growth with Over 12.5 Million Bednights and 32.4 Million Airport Passengers
8 July 2026📈 In 2025, Copenhagen recorded a historic 12.5 million bednights, with a 4.7% annual growth since 2016. Domestic demand constituted over 40%, and the USA, Germany, and the UK were key international sources. Copenhagen Airport saw 32.4 million passengers, a record surpassing pre-pandemic levels. In hotel performance, 2025 occupancy neared 77%, and hotel values rose 5.9%. A temporary planning ban curtails new hotel developments until March 2027. The Fehmarnbelt Tunnel, opening in 2029, promises enhanced connectivity.
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Aspen Hospitality Launches Nell Hotels, Plans $350M Nell New York at Rockefeller Center Opening in 2027
8 July 2026🏨 Aspen Hospitality launched Nell Hotels on October 2023, introducing a luxury brand inspired by The Little Nell. Key developments include The Nell New York opening in fall 2027 at Rockefeller Center, a $350M project marking NYC’s sole Relais & Châteaux property. The Little Nell in Aspen will close in April 2027 for renovations, reopening for the 2027-2028 ski season. Nell Hotels aims for personalized, culturally connected experiences, expanding into select global destinations.
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Perroquet Hotel Fort Lauderdale Reopens with 37 Rooms and Redesign by Architect Bernard Dubois
7 July 2026🏖 Perroquet, a revamped 1950s motel in Fort Lauderdale, offers 37 rooms on Harbor Drive between the Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean. Redesigned by Belgian architect Bernard Dubois, it maintains the original U-shaped layout with a courtyard. The hotel features a lush off-white and forest green exterior, drawing inspiration from local aesthetics. Curators Valerio Polimeno and Whitney Lane provide an art collection including works by Jean Cocteau and Jeff Koons. Amenities include Sferra linens and Byredo toiletries.
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Indian Hotels Company Expands Portfolio with 20 New Hotel Signings, Reaches 645 Hotels in Q1 FY2027
7 July 2026🏨 IHCL, India’s largest hospitality company, signed 20 hotels in Q1 FY2027, growing its portfolio to 645 hotels with 263 in the pipeline. Taj reached 150 hotels, expanding to Dharamshala, Barapani, and Kusur Valley. 11 new hotels opened globally, including Frankfurt and Greater Kruger. By June 2026, IHCL operated 382 hotels. The strategic plan, Accelerate 2030, aims for 700 hotels. Ginger leads with 166 operational hotels, Taj follows with 93, while Claridges Collection has 3.
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IHG Hotels & Resorts Celebrates Milestone with Over 200 Open Hotels in Canada, Plans Further Expansion
7 July 2026🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts now operates over 200 hotels in Canada and plans to expand with nearly 40 more. In 2026, the Canadian tourism sector is forecasted to hit $140 billion, with a 6% annual increase in visitor spending. IHG’s growth includes opening new hotels in Barrie, Aurora East, Pembroke, and Woodstock, and debuting the Garner brand by 2027 in Red Deer, Medicine Hat, and near Calgary International Airport.
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Minor Hotels to Manage Sharjah Collection’s Seven Properties, Enhancing Heritage and Nature-Focused Hospitality in UAE
7 July 2026🏨 The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has appointed Minor Hotels to manage the seven-property Sharjah Collection in the UAE. The signing ceremony, attended by key figures including Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, took place in Sharjah. Minor Hotels, with over 640 properties in 59 countries, will enhance and preserve the portfolio, contributing to Sharjah’s tourism growth. The properties span coastal, desert, mountain, and heritage landscapes.
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Global Hotel Alliance Announces 2026 Award Winners; Wharf Hotels and Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas Take Top Honors
7 July 2026🏨 July 5, 2026, aboard the Seven Seas Splendor, the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) awarded outstanding achievements in hospitality. Wharf Hotels won Best Brand Performance, while Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas earned Hotel of the Year. Lanson Place Parliament Gardens, Melbourne, received Best New Hotel. Cheval Collection, Kempinski Hotels, and Outrigger Resorts & Hotels were also recognized. The event celebrated milestones, with The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts marking 20 years with GHA. Arthur Guérin-Boëri delivered a keynote address.
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Trilogy Hotels to Operate The Sands Torquay from July 2026, Expanding Their Presence in Surf Coast Market
7 July 2026🏨 Trilogy Hotels will operate The Sands Torquay from 1 July 2026, marking its debut on Victoria’s Surf Coast. Located 90 minutes from Melbourne and 20 minutes from Geelong, the resort features 112 suites and an 18-hole golf course designed by Stuart Appleby. Guests enjoy amenities like a 25-meter pool, gym, tennis courts, and three dining venues. The Sands is a key leisure and event destination near Bells Beach, fitting for the area’s lifestyle culture. Trilogy Hotels oversees 24 properties.
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Glengoyne Unveils 46-Year-Old Single Malt Whisky at SCOTCH, The Balmoral, Priced at £1,000 Per Dram
6 July 2026🥃 Glengoyne, July 2026, Edinburgh: A 46-Year-Old Single Malt whisky, distilled in 1979 from a refill Bourbon cask and bottled at 41.2% ABV, debuts at SCOTCH in The Balmoral. Priced at £1,000 per dram, this extraordinary expression was selected by Glengoyne’s Distillery Manager Robbie Hughes and SCOTCH Bar Manager Ross Barr. With over 500 whiskies, SCOTCH offers a world-class experience, now highlighted by this rare release, embodying Glengoyne’s tropical fruit notes.
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Radisson Hotel Group Implements Real-Time Price Matching Across 1,600+ Properties to Boost Direct Bookings
3 July 2026🏨 Jul 3, 2026, Radisson Hotel Group launched real-time price matching across 1,600+ hotels in 100+ countries. The system monitors and matches rates from OTAs like Booking.com, Expedia, and Google Hotels, redirecting bookings to RadissonHotels.com without claims or approvals. While Radisson gains pricing insights, no data on conversion improvements were shared. The system excludes member fares and requires guests to start on OTA platforms. Automating this ensures competitive pricing, but implementation is costly.
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Radisson Launches AI-Driven Real-Time Price Matching Across All Properties, Eliminating Manual Intervention
2 July 2026Blog Post Excerpt 📈 Marriott’s partnership with Google AI Mode bypasses OTA commissions but transfers discovery data to Google, with implications for future paid placements. Middle East tensions could cost daily tourism losses of $600 million, affecting Saudi Vision 2030. Radisson’s AI price matching eliminates manual intervention. 53% of U.S. consumers report errors from AI bots, risking customer service credibility. EES border delays might cost Europe 41 million arrivals and $45.4 billion. Marriott names Coca-Cola its global beverage partner.
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Radisson Hotel Group Launches AI-Powered Real-Time Price Matching Across All Properties to Enhance Direct Booking
2 July 2026📈 Radisson Hotel Group launches AI-powered real-time hotel price matching technology, enhancing direct bookings. This system automatically verifies and matches lower rates found on third-party platforms, eliminating manual claims. Covering leading OTAs like Booking.com and Expedia, it operates across all Radisson properties globally. The innovation is part of Radisson’s digital strategy, focusing on transparency and efficiency, benefiting both guests and hotel staff by streamlining the booking process and reducing administrative tasks.
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Tatjana von Stein Designs 281-Room Hotel for The Dean Munich, Blending Art Nouveau and 1980s Glamour
2 July 2026📍 Tatjana von Stein, born in Munich, unveils her largest project yet: The Dean Munich hotel. Opening this month in Westend, it features 281 rooms inspired by Jugendstil and 1980s music scene influences. The hotel flaunts Art Nouveau elements, polished metals, and a site-specific art program. Ibasho, the in-house Japanese restaurant, offers a menu by Alex Craciun. Situated at Landsberger Str. 68, the hotel charges €225 per night.
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Expedia Group Research Predicts 65% Increase in APAC Travel Demand, Highlighting India and Hong Kong SAR Growth
1 July 2026🗺️ Expedia Group, in a survey of 1,250 travel professionals from Australia, China, India, Japan, and Thailand, reports 65% expect rising demand for APAC travel, increasing to 78% among loyalty professionals. India leads in confidence with 82%, followed by Australia at 76%. Complexity in traveler expectations and technology adoption are highlighted, with 60% emphasizing diverse payment options and 59% promoting AI booking tools. Structural challenges persist, yet partnerships aim to simplify and scale growth.
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Meininger Hotels Plans to Expand to 50 Properties by 2030, Focusing on Southern and Eastern Europe
30 June 2026🏨 In the past financial year, Meininger Hotels achieved 4.6 million room nights, an increase of nearly 2%, with an 80% occupancy rate and over €200 million in revenue. With 37 hybrid hotels across 27 European cities, the company aims for 50 hotels by 2030, focusing on Southern and Eastern Europe. Recent openings include Barcelona in June; planned expansions are set for Edinburgh, Tel Aviv, and more by 2028. Environmental initiatives and digitalization are also key strategic focuses.
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Delano Miami Beach Reopens After Six-Year Renovation, Emphasizing Wellness and Luxury in Historic Setting
26 June 2026🏖️ Delano Miami Beach, an iconic hotel on Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, reopened after a six-year renovation led by Elastic Architects. Originally opened in 1947, the hotel features 171 rooms and a swank 2,824 sq ft ocean-view penthouse. Dining includes Gigi Rigolatto and Mimi Kakushi, while the hotel now emphasizes wellness over nightlife. Renovated with input from Miami’s Historic Preservation Division, it balances historic charm with modern flair. Rates start at $650.
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The Dali EDITION Hotel Opens in Yunnan, Featuring 151 Rooms and Villas with Panoramic Mountain and Lake Views
26 June 2026🏨 Perched on Cangshan Mountain at 6,860 feet in Yunnan, China, the Dali EDITION overlooks Erhai Lake. Designed by CCD/Cheng Chung Design, the hotel features 151 accommodations, including private villas. Rooms, starting at 646 square feet, offer scenic views. The 2,690-square-foot presidential suite includes an indoor pool. Dining includes Market at EDITION and Japanese KUSHO. The spa has five treatment rooms and an 82-foot pool, while the grand ballroom features integrated lighting and acoustics.
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Nobu and SODIC Announce Three New Hotel and Residence Projects Across Egypt, Expanding Luxury Hospitality Presence
23 June 2026🏨 Nobu and SODIC will open three hotel and residence projects in Egypt. Nobu Hotel and Residences North Coast joins an existing restaurant in the 440-acre OGAMI coastal destination. Nobu New Cairo opens this summer in Eastown District, with a hotel following in 2027. A third project will be in New Zayed. Co-founders Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro, and Meir Teper highlight Egypt’s rich culture and energy in their expansion.
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JUFA Hotels Modernizes 60+ Properties with Shiji Daylight PMS and Amadeus iHotelier Rollout by End of 2026
22 June 2026💻 Austria, Vienna, June 22, 2026 – JUFA Hotels partners with Shiji and Amadeus to upgrade technology across 60+ properties in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein by year-end 2026. The integration of Shiji’s Daylight PMS and Amadeus iHotelier aims to centralize operations, enhance guest experiences, and support JUFA’s growth. Shiji boasts a portfolio for 91,000 hotels globally, while Amadeus offers advanced AI-driven travel solutions, supporting JUFA’s digital transformation.
