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Abisko in Sweden is a Lapland village with only 150 residents. It might not appear on a map. The village has established itself as one the world’s most beautiful. best places in the world to consistently see the northern lights. The combination of Abisko’s unique microclimate and remote location combined with minimal light pollution gives a 88 percent chance to see the aurora. The west winds blowing over the Swedish mountains from the Arctic Ocean cause a weather phenomenon: a rain shadow over Abisko. This phenomenon, also known as the “bluehole,” leads to more clear skies in Abisko even when…
Images by Choice Hotels Asia – Pacific Choice Hotels International has introduced Mews to international franchisees as an option for a property-management system (PMS). Mews is a PMS designed for enterprise-scale brands that offers robust integrations with Choice Hotels systems and proprietary tools. Mews’ next-generation PMS will increase connectivity, streamline business operations and boost guest loyalty throughout Choice Hotels’ growing portfolio. Mews’ integration with Choice Hotels’ proprietary cloud-based reservation system choiceEDGE allows for real-time availability updates across all channels of booking, as well as frictionless guest interaction. Choice Hotels’ franchisees will see: Full Data Visibility – Real-time, on-demand access to data…
From left to right, Rui Alpalhão, Chief Executive at Soliteight; Jackie Brown, Senior Regional Director North & West Europe, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts; and Alejandro Scholtz, Development Director Iberia, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. – Image Credit Wyndham Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Soliteight Hotel Projects SA have announced plans to bring the Super 8 brand to Spain and Portugal, aiming to open 40 new hotels over the next decade. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Soliteight Hotel Projects SA have signed an exclusive development agreement to introduce the Super 8 brand to Spain and Portugal. Soliteight will be the hotel development…
Wellness is no longer just a trend—it’s a movement reshaping industries, and the hospitality sector is no exception. Accor has revolutionized the way that hospitality leaders care for their guests in an era when mental health and sustainable self-care are at the forefront. It’s not just about spa retreats, but a paradigm change that integrates wellness into all aspects of the guest experience. We’ve always been about supporting the well-being of our guests—it’s historically what we do. It’s a natural progression to extend that into a modern context, through nutrition, spas and fitness, mindfulness and sleep. Emlyn Brown is Accor’s Global…
The Columbia River Highway Scenic Byway stretches from Troutdale in Oregon to The Dalles. Multnomah Fall, one of the many waterfalls along the route is considered to be among the most beautiful waterfalls in the world. Portland Women’s Forum, Rowena Crest Viewpoint and Portland Women’s Forum are popular scenic viewpoints. A group of idealists decided to build the Historic Columbia River Highway Scenic Byway in the early 20th century. The road was intended to not only connect towns but also show off the natural beauty of the Columbia River Gorge. Historic Columbia River Highway Scenic Byway is the result. It starts east…
Cayuga Hospitality consultants Images Since working in the hospitality industry and luxury island resorts, I have seen varying levels of project discipline. Because the hospitality industry is so complex, it’s not uncommon for organizations to place less emphasis on project management than they should. I do not mean major projects, such as the construction of a hotel or new resort. I’ve been called in several times to help clean up projects that were derailled by a lack of discipline. It is mostly due to the hotel project management The skill level is not where it should or the project being…
The Wagyu Beef or truffle aioli in the $50 room-service hamburger were not what made it memorable. It was delivered by John, a room service attendant, to a jet lagged executive at 2 am. John replied with a small smile. “I noticed that you had ordered this meal last time when you were late.” I added more pickles and the spicy sauce that you like.” In an age where algorithms can predict our every move, it’s this kind of thoughtful human gesture that defines the new currency of luxury in hospitality—something increasingly rare, incredibly valuable, and what truly separates exceptional…
Bermuda off-season is a great time to visit the island.Visitors can still immerse themselves in the rich culture and history of the island, even though they cannot swim on the beach during winter.Even in the off-season you can enjoy well-known activities such as riding a motorbike around the island. There’s a reason wintertime is Bermuda’s off season—the ocean is more of a cold plunge, the famous pink beaches are too breezy for sunning, and a jacket, not a bikini, is the costume de rigueur. It is not surprising that this British Overseas Territory shares the same latitude with North Carolina.…
According to a new study, Americans adjust their travel plans despite the inflation rather than cancel them. Image Credit: Unsplash Squaremouth’s recent survey found that despite economic pressures most Americans still maintain their travel plans. Despite rising inflation and economic uncertainty in the United States, travelers continue to put their vacations first. Squaremouth recently conducted a survey which found that 65% of travelers had not been affected by the current economy. The remaining 35% of travelers who are trying to tighten their budgets do not cancel their trips, but rather adjust their travel plans. Instead of canceling their plans to…
ARLINGTON, Va. – As expected due to the Easter and Passover holidays, the U.S. hotel industry reported negative year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStarThe latest data for the 19th April. CoStar is the leading provider of real estate information, analytics and marketplaces online. 13-19 April 2025: Occupancy: 61.4% (-8.1%) Average daily Rate (ADR) : US$158.00 Revenue per available room (RevPAR): US$97.06 (-9.3%) Top 25 markets in the world Orlando The largest occupancy increases (+6.2% to 76.6%) were seen in the last quarter of 2012. Miami ADR (+17.3%, to US$274.54) & RevPAR (+19.5%, to US$221.24) reported the highest gains. The biggest drops in…