Articles tagged “hotels”

With Leeny Oberg retiring after 26 years with the company, Marriott is leaning on internal veterans to maintain strategic momentum without rocking the boat.

Ireland's largest hotel operator, Dalata, is exiting the public markets. The deal has a good chance of introducing Scandic Hotels to the UK and Ireland markets as manager of most of the hotels.

Dusit is best known for its luxury hotels and skill at channeling Thai hospitality. Its new brand is one-tier down in affordability and is more flexible for conversions. That should help the group scale more quickly.

Despite commanding premium rates, hotels with spas often struggle with labor costs and other fixed expenses, according to an analysis of 11,000 hotels worldwide.

Hyatt’s putting its money on a traveler who’s still willing to pay for more than just a bed for the night. It’s a bit of a left turn, especially when most others are chasing the mid-range market, but that’s where Hyatt sees the opportunity.

Dishoom’s first foray into hotel-style lodging is an example of a cult restaurant brand extending its reach. The test is one key, two rooms, with the vibe of eccentric Bombay in Notting Hill.

As India's spending power increases, IPO-bound Oyo has been expanding beyond its traditional franchise and economy model. Along with its premiumization push, the company has now set its sights on the Indian business travel segment.

Marriott’s extended partnership with Ventive quickens its growth in South Asia, bringing key brands to new markets. The agreement allows Marriott to continue to target India while Ventive gains credibility and scale post-IPO.

For Wyndham, India is an unmissable opportunity and the growth is rapid but not indiscriminate. It is still conscious about the markets, locations, and the brand mix it wants to bring here.

The Skift Travel Health Index reveals a period of balanced growth in global travel, despite challenges in the hotel sector.