Hyatt plans to acquire Playa to enhancing its All-Inclusive option, winning strategies for independent hoteliers and more...

Hyatt plans to acquire Playa to enhancing its All-Inclusive option
Tuesday, 11th February 2025

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that Hyatt has entered into an agreement to acquire all outstanding shares of Playa Hotels & Resorts NV, a leading owner and operator of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica >>

Amari expands across Sri Lanka, Laos, and Thailand
11 Feb 2025 : ONYX Hospitality announces the opening of its latest property and unveil upcoming additions to its Amari portfolio for 2025 >>

Expedia sees double-digit room nights and revenue growth
11 Feb 2025 : Both B2C and B2B bookings growth accelerated 5 pts sequentially in the fourth quarter, quarterly dividend reinstates >>

MO announces third property in the Caribbean
11 Feb 2025 : Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is set to manage a new luxury resort and branded residences on Puerto Rico’s breathtaking southwestern coast at Boquerón Bay in Cabo Rojo >>

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Winning Strategies for Independent Hoteliers to Compete with International Chains in 2025
Tuesday, 11th February 2025

Exclusive Feature: With the Asia-Pacific hotel construction pipeline reaching record highs and international hotel chains preparing to open a wave of new properties in 2025, independent hotels are under pressure.

However, the same factors driving the expansion of global hotel brands - rising travel demand, evolving guest expectations, and shifting travel patterns - also create significant opportunities for independent properties to shine >>

Beyond the Title: The Impact of a Hotel General Manager
The role of a hotel general manager is often misunderstood and to some, they are simply the person responsible for keeping the hotel running, overseeing check-ins, managing staff, and handling guest complaints >>

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