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Villa Igiea, a Rocco Forte Hotel – Image Credit Rocco Forte Rocco Forte Hotels announced a strategic alliance with Emerald Pine Capital aimed at expanding Rocco Forte’s brand in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The collaboration will concentrate on repositioning opportunities, value-add and development in major cities as well popular leisure destinations. The partnership combines Rocco Forte Hotels operational capabilities with Emerald Pine Capital expertise in asset management and investment. The joint efforts will focus on the sourcing of, underwriting and structuring projects within the hospitality sector. The strategic goal for the partnership is offer investors investment opportunities and…
Recently, I read an article about the importance of hands-on experiences in the hospitality sector. It struck a cord. I couldn’t be more in agreement. In my first nine hospitality years, I did exactly that: worked in the kitchens, carried luggage, cooked, received deliveries, managed stock, checked in guests and waited tables. This experience taught me: You must earn your stripes in the gym.For you to lead in the hospitality sector, or any industry for that fact, you will need to possess firsthand experience as well as critical technical skills. You must know what you are talking about. This means…
He said that, when flying into African diaspora countries, he noticed there was a feeling of familiarity. Most people weren’t on vacation. “There’s a feeling of familiarity, it’s the people who are traveling to London They may be returning for work, or for the same reason. “They aren’t necessarily tourist.”Bernard is often in the UK for weeks or months at a stretch. BrazilThe regional genres of grime and baile-funk are gaining popularity. “Places such as Brazil are currently leading the way in nightlife, club cultures, and underground music,” he says. Traveler. There is a true DIY culture and community.Airplane Wi-Fi…
The pricing-centric model of revenue management has been gaining popularity in the industry over the past decade. This concept promotes availability across all channels even when demand is soaring, and relies solely on dynamic prices to manage booking behavior. This method, which is popular for its flexibility, demands that rooms remain available to be booked, even if they are sold out in a single day. The core assumption of this pricing methodology is that rate flexibility will optimise performance. This ignores several important elements for effective revenue management. The most important of these is strategic inventory control, which, if neglected,…
It’s no secret that long-haul flight isn’t the most comfortable. slipping off your shoes If your feet tend to swell, it may feel like the easiest way to be comfortable. Going barefoot isn’t only disrespectful to other passengers. You can also find out more about us on our website. Footwear couldn’t possibly stink)—it’s also pretty unhygienic. As pilot and writer Patrick Smith previously told Travel + LeisureThe cleaning of the cabins in between flights is often rushed. This means that floors are not always vacuumed and sanitized. What’s worse yet? You could even get fungal or bacterial infections if you…
Hotel Brand Performance in 2025: Hotel Brands face diverging paths: RevPAR growth stalls amid brand proliferation – Image credit Unsplash+ CBRE’s report on 2025 Hotel Brand Performance Report, the evolution of the hotel industry has seen the proliferation of brand names not always translate into increased revenue per room available (RevPAR). Over the last decade, major hotel companies have increased their brand portfolios by a compound annual growth (CAGR) of 7%. The expected increase in RevPAR did not occur, as inflation has eroded nominal gains. This article explores the impact that brand proliferation has on RevPAR. It also examines the…
ARLINGTON, Va. – CoStar The following are some examples of how to get started: Tourism Economics Further downgraded growth forecasts were released in the revised U.S. hotel outlook for 2025-26. 17th Annual Hotel Data Conference. Forecasted growth rates for top-line metrics were reduced due to continued underperformance. This included demand (-6ppts), ADRs (-0.5ppts) as well as RevPARs (-1.11ppts). Similar adjustments have been made for 2026. These include: ADR (-0.3ppts), RevPAR (0.7ppts), Demand (-0.5ppts). Lower demand is due to the unrelenting uncertainty of inflation, along with difficult calendar comps. and changes in travel patterns. We’ve also seen that as the year unfolded…
This is a part of the story. The New Era of Work TravelA collaboration between the editors Condé Nast Traveler The following are some examples of how to get started: WIRED To help you navigate through the advantages and pitfalls of a business trip today.Peptide drinks, plasma therapy, infrared Sauna sessions, and Methylene Blue drips. Peter Phillips feels invincible thanks to a number of biohacks. Over the last three years, the tech executive, 53, has worked with doctors in Extension Health, an ageing clinic located in New York City to develop a blueprint that will help him fight the declines…
This article first appeared in the July edition of AGENTatHOME magazine. Subscribe here to receive your free copy each month. As the all-inclusive resort segment continues to evolve, savvy travel advisors are changing right along with it – by fine-tuning their marketing and sales strategies to make the most of the industry’s latest initiatives and offerings.John Lovell, former president of the Association for All-Inclusive Resorts (AAR), said: “All-inclusive has undergone major transformations.” Travel Leaders Network”, who has recently moved to a new role in the cruise line industry. “The focus of the industry has shifted away from the traditional model that…
I’ve been going regularly traveling to Italy Since I’ve lived in Italy for six years and been here for two decades, I’ve attended a number of weddings. American destination weddings in Italy. Italian weddings are my favorite, with their beautiful backdrops and long Catholic mass. The food is also delicious. As a travel journalist, I use them to explore cultural exchanges as well as an excuse to dress up. For a guest, a wedding’s “dress code” may be the scariest part. In Europe, guests are encouraged to dress in formal or semiformal attire. The 46 Italian-inspired dresses will keep you…