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Exploring the future of hospitality technology
The International Hotel Technology Forum (IHTF) Middle East & North Africa, hosted by Arena International, kicked off in 2025 with a series of dynamic sessions that explored the intersection of technology and hospitality. Hotel Management International highlights the key events and themes that got the audience buzzing.
Plant life: What’s on the menu for vegan hotels?
As Michelin recognises vegan ingenuity and luxury hotels embrace sustainable gastronomy, a new culinary era emerges – one that bridges the gap between high-end dining and the future of meat alternatives. Martin Morris reports on what recent studies have had to say about the latter.
Nature’s embrace: Opening up the wellness space
As wellness travellers seek immersion in unspoiled landscapes, two pioneering developments show how spa-hotel residences can dissolve the barrier between architecture and ecosystem – melding sustainable design, curated well-being and local heritage into every square foot.
A pioneering convergence of innovation and hospitality
The International Hotel Technology Forum (IHTF) 2025 has once again cemented its status as the ultimate meeting ground for hospitality innovators and hotel technology leaders across Europe and beyond. Held on 18–20 March 2025 in the picturesque Algarve, Portugal, the 22nd edition of this influential forum brought together industry titans, cutting-edge solution providers and forward-thinking hoteliers for an immersive three-day experience that set new benchmarks in the evolution of hotel technology.
Boutique vision: Room Mate Hotels scales across Europe
With major new acquisitions in Switzerland and Spain, Room Mate Hotels is scaling its distinctive lifestyle brand across Europe while staying true to its boutique ethos. Dominic Seely, the group’s chief development and acquisitions officer, speaks to Hotel Management International about entering Geneva, investing in Valencia, and how thoughtful design and institutional partnerships are shaping the future of urban hospitality.
New reality: AI in travel and tourism
Stu Robarts discusses key tech themes – including cybersecurity, geopolitics and artificial intelligence – in the travel and tourism sector with GlobalData analyst Monia Borawi.
HOSPA is investing in the future
Jane Pendlebury, CEO of HOSPA, explains why professional development matters more than ever.
Hospitality by design
Writing for Hotel Management International, Panos Almyrantis, president of the European Hotel Managers Association (EHMA), looks back on the organisation’s 51st annual general meeting in Warsaw, and what shaping the future of luxury hospitality through innovation, sustainability and human-centric leadership really looks like.
London calling: The capital’s hotel comeback
According to a recent Newmark report, London’s hotel market is rebounding with strong revenue, renewed investor confidence, and innovative strategies driving long-term growth amid rising operational and regulatory challenges. We look at some of the key findings.
What’s next for the world’s best female chef?
She may have a dozen Michelin stars to her name, but famed French chef Anne-Sophie Pic shows no sign of slowing down, as she tells Ellys Woodhouse.