Minor adds four new hotel brands in strategic portfolio expansion, WTTC calls for smarter tourism management and more...

Minor adds four new hotel brands in strategic portfolio expansion
Friday, 11th July 2025

Minor Hotels announces the strategic expansion of its brand portfolio with the addition of four new hotel brands, including the group’s first soft brands.

The newly launched brands will support Minor Hotels’ continued growth by enabling it to expand into new markets and provide distinctive hospitality offerings across the luxury, premium and select segments >>

Running up that (inflationary) hill: Why hotel profits still lag
11 Jul 2025 : At first glance, the hotel industry in the United States seems to be climbing back; total revenue per available room, gross operating profit per available room, and payroll per available room have all posted year-over-year gains >>

WTTC calls for smarter tourism management as destinations face pressure
11 Jul 2025 : Ss Travel & Tourism enters the height of the summer season, the WTTC has launched a new report calling for a more balanced approach to managing tourism in popular destinations >>

Marriott signs seven-hotel deal
11 Jul 2025 : Marriott International announced it has signed an agreement with Ventive Hospitality to open seven hotels, as part of a portfolio deal comprising 1,548-keys across five brands >>

Kazuhiko SAITO joins infinitude hospitality as Strategic Partner for Japan
10 Jul 2025 : Saito san will be providing strategic advisory and facilitation services the owners, partners and hotels in Japan >>

HIGHLIGHT ARTICLE

Stop Drowning in Data: Why Hotel RM Needs to Be Smarter and Simpler
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Your true enemy isn't competition; it's complexity. We chase every new metric, integrate each new platform, and collect every possible data point, believing that more information will result in better decisions >>

Sip, Savor, Explore: The Allure of Wine Tourism
What once revolved around sightseeing and ticking off landmarks has evolved into immersive encounters with local culture, authentic activities, and meaningful connections. Today’s travelers aren’t just visiting—they’re seeking to live the destination >>

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