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Staff Writer
What’s next for Marriott?
With a rich history in the hotel industry and nearing 30 years at Marriott International, Gonzalo Aguilar is a big believer in the hospitality industry. As the group’s chief operating officer for Europe, he has held a diverse roster of roles over the years that have shaped his career in the industry. Phoebe Galbraith speaks to Aguilar to hear his hopes for the future as he breaks down Marriott’s aims and developments for the year ahead.
Want to go Dutch?
From Rotterdam to Breda, tourists are discovering there’s more to the Netherlands beyond its capital city – an opportunity that hoteliers are capitalising on. But with Amsterdam struggling with its infl ux of visitors, how can this small, tightly packed country hope to develop sustainably? Andrea Valentino talks to Jurrian Dompeling, senior vice-president at JLL, and Stephan Stokkermans, the managing director at the Grand Hotel Huis ter Duin, to learn more.
A wise investment
The inaugural Atlantic Ocean Hotel Investors’ Summit was held in Madrid on 16–17 January at the NH Collection Eurobuilding Hotel. Developed as an event run “by owners for owners”, according to its organisers, the summit provided a forum for hotel owning groups and the companies that provide services to them, such as brands, consultants, architects, law fi rms and more.
The top trends for hotels in 2023
Mariana Palmeiro, global hospitality industry consultant specialising in the spa, wellness and health segments, and visiting faculty (business trends in luxury) at Glion Institute of Higher Education, outlines the hospitality trends for 2023 and beyond.
Tomorrow’s leaders: Investing in the future
HFTP competition winner Shivam Sharma writes why environmental, social and governance (ESG) mandates hold signifi cance in asset management, while runner-up Ricardo Tellez tackles the fall of the traditional dining experience
Radisson Hotel Group expands The Club of Revenue Management by Radisson Hotel Group with two new expert teams in APAC
Following its unparalleled success in 2022, Radisson Hotel Group reinforces its commitment to revenue management innovation with the addition of two new expert teams in APAC, harnessing as such the Group’s position as a global player in hospitality revenue management.
Radisson Hotel Group solidifies its presence in Saudi Arabia with the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh Convention & Exhibition Center
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of its eighth hotel in Riyadh, Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh Convention & Exhibition Center. This new addition forms an integral part of the Riyadh International Conference and Exhibition Center.
prizeotel launches prizePromise sustainability commitment
Radisson Hotel Group’s midscale design-focused lifestyle brand, prizeotel, is launching its new prizePromise sustainability commitment. prizePromise provides a holistic approach to sustainability, from construction and design to a fully responsible travel guest experience with its unique 100% carbon neutral stays.
ADA Cosmetics’ product portfolio awarded Cradle to Cradle Certified® Silver
ADA Cosmetics is setting new standards for sustainability in hotel cosmetics. The industry-leading company is the first and only hotel cosmetics manufacturer whose entire product portfolio is Cradle to Cradle Certified®. Based on scientific criteria, the Cradle to Cradle Certified Product Standard is one of the most ambitious sustainability certifications in the world. Products that receive this award must satisfy an independent third-party assessment center in five categories: Material Health, Product Circularity, Clean Air and Climate Protection, Water and Soil Stewardship, and Social Fairness. All of the products in ADA’s current portfolio have received Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver.
Resident Hotels names Jane Bentall as Chair
Jane Bentall is to join Resident Hotels, the eponymous Hotel Operating Platform as Chair, overseeing the group as it moves into its next phase of growth.