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AUSTIN, Texas — Oracle has been recognized as a leader in the IDC MarketScape Worldwide Hospitality Property Management Systems (PMS) 2025 Vendor Assessment1 Second time. Oracle was previously named as a Leader for the 2022 vendor evaluation of the same market. The report states that Oracle has received high praise for its ability and consistency to deliver against its road map. Oracle’s ability to fulfill its promises of new features, functionalities, and enhancements has been proven.. The report states that Oracle’s OPERA cloud PMS was designed to address the biggest challenges and concerns faced by hotel brands of all sizes…
While I’ve enjoyed many memorable travel experiences, including paragliding above the Swiss Alps and riding ATVs in Mallorca, nothing has stuck with me as much as getting to experience the Great Barrier Reef. my phone stolen in Barcelona. Twice. It vanished the first time from my bag. Second time, I was in the middle of a stroll when a cyclist grabbed my phone out of my hands. Three years after the incident, I’m still determined that it won’t happen again. A study by iTravel found that 46 percent of travelers lost or had stolen valuables abroad. Another 35 percent reported…
It is a good idea to get a hold of a local expert. southern Iberian peninsulaIt is now easier than ever for people to experience a more relaxed, traditional way of life through new farm stays. La Dehesa Don Pedro opened in Extremadura’s La Toma de Caballero hike trail, which is a traditional 19th century farmhouse. Interiors—a neutral palette punctuated by colorfully upholstered furniture and languid palms—were designed by the MadridGuests can enjoy a truly local experience, with meals served in summer on a large terrace that showcases the unique produce of the area. jamón ibérico The black pig is…
Marriott Executive Apartments Marriott Executive Apartments announces with pride the opening Marriott Executive Apartments Kuala Lumpur. The property is designed for global travelers looking for the ideal balance between upscale living and personal service. The property is located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur and will be the largest Marriott property. It offers 353 beautifully appointed serviced apartment options, from studios to three-bedroom suites. Marriott Executive Apartments in Kuala Lumpur is our second property in Malaysia, and the largest in Asia Pacific, excluding China. It offers a new standard of apartment-style living for short-term and long-term stay. Ramesh Jackson, Regional Vice…
Premier Appoints Kunal mody as its new Senior Vice President of development – Image Credit Premier Mody’s appointment expands Premier’s Development team. It also adds significant fundraising, debt and equity structuring expertise, as well as adaptive reuse to the firm. Premier is proud to announce Kunal Mody as its new Senior Vice-President of Development. Mody, who has more than 13-years of experience at the executive level in real estate, brings to Premier a wealth of knowledge about historic tax credits and fundraising. Mody also brings extensive expertise on adaptive reuse projects. Mody, a seasoned expert in the hospitality industry, joins…
To avoid food poisoning, airlines require that pilots eat separate meals. This rule makes sure that even if a pilot is ill, another can still safely operate the flight. Kosher, vegan, gluten-free, and even keto—most airlines are pretty good these days about giving you an option for in-flight meals. Most airlines allow you to choose your entree ahead of time, especially when you fly in first or business class. Flight attendants will make every effort to serve chicken to everyone in the row if they all choose chicken. It’s different in the cockpit. Even though you may argue that they…
Travel industry outlook has improved in recent months. High-income travelers are booking luxury flights and accommodations. But a full recovery remains uneven—particularly in segments serving middle- and lower-income travelers, who are scaling back spending amid persistent economic uncertainty. As we enter August 2025, the Los Angeles hotel industry—particularly properties near LAX—is facing a moment of both opportunity and pressure. In 2025, occupancy rates, revenue, and rates are all up. According to The Real Deal’s latest report, Los Angeles’ hotels have posted impressive performance metrics for the first half of 2020: In the same time period, occupancy increased from 70.4% to…
It is a good idea to use a different language. travel to London frequently—sometimes for work trips packed with press events and tours, and sometimes for leisure, like my most recent family visit last month. No matter why I visit, I am always inspired by the style of the city. London fashion manages to be polished yet playful, weather-savvy but not obviously practical—and I always find myself wondering how to channel more of that effortless elegance in my own travel wardrobe. I called on the help of Becky Fishlock who is head of personal shopping for Bicester VillageI love to…
On a late summer evening in TribecaA small group of guests enters the NYC flagship store and working studio of Cynthia Rowley—iconic designer, CFDA award-winner, and one of the rare American fashion figures who has remained both visible and enigmatic over the course of her career. Inside, racks of silks with colorful separates that are hand-embellished line the walls.Rowley’s is a new intimate restaurant. Airbnb Experience—a private, highly curated event Combining photography, styling and candid conversations. The event begins casually, with chilled wine, mocktails, and plated snacks passed among a small group of guests—no more than a dozen or so.…
The Middle East Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report, Q2 2025 Lodging Econometrics (LE), reveals that as of the second quarter of 2016, the hotel construction pipeline reached a new record of 650 project with 161,574 bedrooms. The pipeline was up 10% in terms of rooms and 7% on projects at the end of the third quarter. The number of hotel projects under construction in the Middle East is 337. This represents 86,447 guest rooms. Rooms are up 7% and projects by 12% YOY. In the next 12 month, 147 projects will be starting construction, which is an increase of 31%…