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Taj-Parent Indian Hotels Company Enters Ras Al Khaimah With Branded Residences

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However, with big competitors like Movenpick and Hampton by Hilton resorts, IHCL has clearly tried to set itself apart by going the branded apartment route. Bulbul Dhawan Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Inside IHG's New 'Net Zero' Hotel

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Skift Take: IHGs net zero hotel is a step forward, but the reality is that not every region or hotel owner can follow suit just yet. Access to renewable energy, sustainable materials, and even willing investors varies wildly, meaning true industry-wide change depends as much on local infrastructure as it does on big-brand ambition.

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JLL projecting 25 per cent jump in global hotel investment volume

Hotel Management

JLL’s Hotels and Hospitality Group is projecting a 15% to 25% increase in global hotel investment volume compared to 2024, according to the companys latest Global Hotel Investment Outlook. Through November 2024, global hotel demand reached a staggering 4.8 Global hotel investment volume reached $57.3

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The Pig’s Founder Shares the Recipe for the Boutique Hotel Brand

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Skift Take: "People think this is some sort of property game," says Robin Hutson, founder of The Pig brand of boutique hotels. "It's "It's not a property game. This is a people game." " -Sean O'Neill Read the Complete Story On Skift

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End of an era as Hilton Brisbane to close after nearly 40 years

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Hilton Brisbane, a landmark hotel in the citys CBD, is set to close its doors at the end of this month after almost 40 years of service. The Elizabeth Street hotel, which was designed by Austrian-born architect Harry Seidler, opened in 1987. Excitingly, in 2026 the hotel will undergo a complete refurbishment.

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Inside Boutique Group’s Cultural and Social Sustainability Commitments

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Hotel brands must also consider their impact on local communities and commitments to cultural heritage. Skift Take: Modern sustainability in travel is no longer just about environmental initiatives. With those pillars in mind, Boutique Group is paving the way for a new responsible luxury model in Saudi Arabia.

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Ace Hotel Appoints New Leaders After Failed 2023 Buyout Deal

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Skift Take: The move marks another chapter in the evolving Ace Hotel brand story following the 2023 collapse of Sortis Holdings' attempted $85 million acquisition. Sean O'Neill Read the Complete Story On Skift

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