International tourism reached 97% of pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2024, Paris going for gold and more..

International tourism reached 97% of pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2024
Wednesday, 22nd May 2024

International tourist arrivals reached 97% of pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2024, more than 285 million tourists travelled internationally in January-March, about 20% more than the first quarter of 2023, underscoring the sector’s near-complete recovery from the impacts of the pandemic >>

Hyatt plans for the first Hyatt Centric in Puerto Rico
22 May 2024 : The former Verdanza Hotel to join the Hyatt portfolio in 2025, marking the introduction of the Hyatt Centric brand in Puerto Rico >>

Paris Market Pulse 2024 – Going for Gold
22 May 2024 : The City of Light enjoys a well-balanced blend of business and leisure demand resulting in both a broad seasonality and strong average rates >>

SO/ to make a stylish statement in Hungary
22 May 2024 : The brand’s first property in Hungary, SO/ Budapest will bring style to the capital’s historic city centre when it opens in 2026 >>

HIGHLIGHT ARTICLE

Public Relations Often Gets Misunderstood in the Business World
Wednesday, 22nd May 2024

Many see PR as confusing, irrelevant, or simply an afterthought, But for those willing to dig a little deeper, PR can be the secret weapon that transforms their marketing game.

PR is all about the subtle art of influence and perception. Those who master its nuances can unlock incredible potential >>

Australia: Yes, Believe It or Not, (Some) Lawyers Really Do Have a Role to Play in Hotel Operator Selection
If I had a dollar for every deal I was invited to act on after the Letter of Understanding (LOU) with the selected operator has been inked I would not have any financial need to pen this newsletter >>

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