Articles tagged “hotels”

As Nepal is ramping up its tourism efforts through religious destinations, MICE and weddings, Sarovar aims to capitalize on the key tourist market: Indians.

In major hospitality news, Hyatt is in talks to acquire Playa Hotels & Resorts, Despegar has agreed to a $1.7 billion buyout by Prosus, and a Skift Research report suggests hotel websites could surpass OTAs by 2030 – or maybe not.

To find the most pure version of hospitality, travelers are increasingly looking to family-owned properties. Owners take a longer view of stewardship and care more about craft and making the right decisions, and not just the most expedient, profit-friendly ones. 

Indian mid-market hotel brands are dominating the smaller cities due to their flexibility. However, they still have a long way to go in Tier-1 regions.

Today's podcast looks at quiet luxury, hotels' upgraded booking technologies, and the popularity of cooler destinations.

Hilton’s strategy puts China and Southeast Asia front and center, but its sharpened focus on India signals a broader ambition. The brand is doubling down on Asia Pacific’s booming economies and growing middle class.

In this report, Skift and Minor Hotels examine the asset-light versus asset-heavy models and introduce a hybrid approach that combines the benefits of both models to suit diverse market conditions and business needs.

The reduction in losses is expected despite increase in costs related to fuel and grounded fleet, as domestic air passenger traffic surges.

With hotel brands making major strides in customer ownership, it is time to start anticipating when direct bookings will outpace third-party sites.

As global travel continues to evolve in response to economic shifts, consumer preferences, and technological advancements, industry leaders like HBX Group are rethinking their approach to meet emerging demands. In…