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Barry Sternlicht is the founder of Starwood Hotels, who sold his company to Marriott in 2015 for $13 Billion. He warned that the established hotel chains may face increasing pressure from independent brands. Speaking at the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum on Tuesday, Sternlicht said he’s been tracking the shifting dynamics in consumer products, and how social commerce may erode the marketing advantages once held by large players. Sternlicht, who is on the board at Estee-Lauder since 2004, said that upstart brands have a market share of about one third, compared to 10% a few years ago. “The
In my role as style editor, fashion has always taken precedence over functionality when it comes travel apparel and accessories. When the satirical belt bag was rebranded, I was skeptical. Two years ago I tried Dagne Dover’s Ace Fanny Pack T+L’s fanny pack testI was pleased to see how many times I wore the during my four-week vacation. After my trip, I became a huge fan of the neoprene belt bag and purchased a one-way flight to the bandwagon. It’s easy to match with my outfits, and the fanny packs can hold all of the travel essentials I can’t live…
Langham Hospitality Group Kevin Robinson, Chief Operating officer of Langham Hospitality Group LHG (effective April 14), has been appointed by the company.Th, 2025. Robinson returns to Group after leading The Langham Chicago during the pivotal pre-opening stage in 2011. He brings 30 years of experience as a hospitality leader to his new role. This includes a proven track record in cultivating relationships of trust with hotel owners around the world. Robinson’s career has been marked by a client-focused approach, a passion for innovation, and an adept understanding of the industry. Robinson has extensive experience in leadership roles at Westin and…
Attending the EHL Open Innovation Summit We met with a group of people in Lausanne who are interested in promoting the use of sustainable energy. Sarah MarquisNational Geographic Explorer to discuss the future of traveling and what makes it meaningful. In our conversation she spoke about the importance and value of emotional connections, the immeasurable value of walking and how true travel isn’t about technology. It’s about being in the moment, feeling the world and experiencing it. What technology or innovation will you say has the greatest impact on travel and tourism in the next five to ten years? The…
KP: This was really disappointing for me because I don’t do any extreme sports well, but I would have been able to do all of them.BP: This is completely normal. There are insurance restrictions when we film on location. This is because we cannot film without actors. Horse riding, skiing—things that can cause injury pretty easily.The second season of Nine Perfect StrangersLocations for the filming included Salzburg, Hallstatt and Gradonna Ski Resort. Sergey Alimov/GettyWhat was your favourite shooting location?AM: Hallstatt is where I was born Austria. We had such a special time there because Christine Baranski—who’s just one of the…
Important Points Leela’s $400 million IPO is the largest IPO in India’s hospitality sector, but it debuted below its original issue price and received a muted reaction from investors. The company plans on using the proceeds from its IPO to pay down debt and expand it luxury hotel portfolio. It will include properties in the wildlife tourism, heritage tourism, and spirituality segments. The Leela, despite its financial struggles in the past, now boasts a 40% increase in revenue per available hotel room compared to competitors. The Leela also plans aggressive expansion across India. The following is a summary of the…
According to a recent study, one particular state has the secret recipe for happiness. It’s also the ideal place for seniors who want to enjoy their golden years. In late May, Caring.com The Senior Happiness Index was released to determine the places in the U.S. that offer the best chances for happiness among older people. The team used a variety of factors to determine the ranking. This included the number of senior centres in each state. SeniorCenters.comNormalized data per 100,000 individuals. The U.S. Census American Community Survey 2023, along with the America’s Health Rankings 2024 senior report, was used to…
Verita Health Verita Healthcare Group has opened its latest facility in Hoi An in Vietnam, a UNESCO-listed heritage city. Asia’s Wellness Economy is Growing Rapidly. Post-pandemic, consumers are prioritising mental health, immunity and preventative healthcare. Vietnam’s competitive healthcare pricing, improved infrastructure and booming tourist industry are allowing it to enter this lucrative market. Julian Andriesz is the CEO and founder of Verita Healthcare Group. He said: “We are proud to bring Verita Healthcare Group’s future-focused model to central Vietnam.” We are seeing a change in consumer expectations. “People are not waiting for illness to strike, but instead, they want to…
New research shows that travel is one of the most susceptible sectors to fraud. Scammers are attracted to popular tourist destinations because of the large crowds, and high rates of purchase. To avoid scams, travelers should always be skeptical and steer clear of offers that seem too good to be true. Fear of flying is a common concern amongst travelers. new destination It is not clear if they are able to. fall victim to scamsIt is possible to be scammed or pickpocketed by a company that seems legitimate. The fears of scammers in the travel sector are not completely unfounded. A…
You can also find out more about the Open Innovation Summit Michael Levie, Founder Partner at EHL Innovation Hub was our guest. CitizenM. We asked him some questions about the tech changes he thinks will be most significant in the hospitality industry and how CitizenM stands out. Michael spoke about microdata, middleware and why moving to cloud isn’t enough. He explained that the culture of CitizenM was like a jam sesh and how this energy is still alive today. What technology or innovation will you say has the greatest impact on our industry in the next five to ten years?…