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Amicale departure After six years at the helm, Hans Koch stepped down as president of the European Hotel Managers Association (EHMA) at the organisation’s 46th AGM, held in Paris in February. He looks...
Kings of Europe As part of the STR 500 launch, STR revealed Europe’s 100 largest hotel groups during the 22nd International Hotel Investment Forum in March. Our partners at the industry leader...
Shifting brands In a little over a year in charge, Deutsche Hospitality CEO Thomas Willms has launched one brand, acquired another and now has his sights set on transforming the group’s...
In it together Within what remain quite niche circles, there has been a lot of excitement surrounding blockchain technology’s potential to revolutionise the hospitality sector, with some...
Among the stars Receiving his third Michelin star earlier this year was just the latest highlight of Mauro Colagreco’s remarkable career. The Argentine chef talks to Tina Nielsen about the journey...
The full works Small lifestyle concepts and big global players are making moves to try and harness the potential of co-working within their portfolios. Elly Earls meets Accor Innovation Lab’s...
Marks of distinction Perhaps the biggest issue facing the European hospitality industry is a war for talent, between direct competitors and against other industries often seen as offering more...
Collaborate and captivate A multimillion-dollar rebrand will see Millennium Hotel London Mayfair converted into The Biltmore this spring, the first European member of Hilton’s new luxury brand, LXR Hotels...
Gulf in demand The UAE hotel industry has seen phenomenal growth over the past decade, with international operators opening properties at an incredible rate. However, as certain segments...
A seat at the table Traditional operators have long avoided any association with hostels but, running out of niches and labels for different consumer demographics, some are beginning to explore whether...
Take a seat From Airbnb’s ambitions to the Marriott data breach to the likelihood of a second Trump term, for any hotel executive wanting a crash course on what to look out for over the year...
On the horizon In February 2019, Meliá Hotel International revealed its annual results for 2018, marking the end of a three-year strategic plan that had seen a 250% increase in earnings per...
Weekend in Paris The European Hotel Managers Association’s 46th annual general meeting was held in Paris on 15–17 February. Hotel Management International was in attendance as members elected a...
Soft sells Soft brands have enjoyed significant success in the luxury segment in recent years, but a number of operators are switching their focus to independent midscale hoteliers, launching...
All’s well that starts well The wellness industry is booming and hotels at all levels are looking to benefit. However, increased opportunities also mean an increasingly savvy guest demographic demanding...
Healthy profits For chefs at all levels, vegetarianism and sustainability can no longer be considered niche concerns. Chloe Scott-Moncrieff talks to restaurateur and activist Peggy Chan about blazing...
Middle Eastern promise The Israeli hotel market is going through something of a boom period, with performance hitting impressive levels in both city and resort destinations. Hotel Management...
The bigger picture Deloitte’s European Hotel Investment Conference encouraged delegates to consider the long view when it can be all too easy to become distracted by more immediate concerns....
Break the system In 2016, Shiva Foundation brought together a diverse group of hospitality players to create the Stop Slavery Hotel Industry Network, whose members collectively account for...
