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Key forces reshaping the travel, tourism industry
News / Asset Management
Key forces reshaping the travel, tourism industry
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 15, 2024
Economic, social and technological shifts are pushing the travel industry toward seismic change, according to a new report from Deloitte. What are the implications? ... Read More
Investor demand pivots towards southern Europe
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Investor demand pivots towards southern Europe
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 12, 2024
Cushman & Wakefield research suggests the Iberian Peninsula and Italy have the highest interest, while Spain and Portugal see a 17% uptick in interest from 2022. ... Read More
Sunstone recycles capital with San Antonio buy
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Sunstone recycles capital with San Antonio buy
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 11, 2024
Hyatt Hotels Corp. sells to Sunstone the recently renovated Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk at $352,000 per key. ... Read More
UK leads bullish forecast for European transactions
News / Mergers and Acquistions
UK leads bullish forecast for European transactions
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 11, 2024
Savills points to return of buyer interest from mid-cap private equity and institutions as drivers of increased volume. ... Read More
Latest news: Certares buys in Boston; Taylor Swift boosts Singapore; Euro investments surging
News / Owners
Latest news: Certares buys in Boston; Taylor Swift boosts Singapore; Euro investments surging
By Rob Schneider | April 10, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development and data featuring IHG, Hilton, Marriott Crestline and more.... Read More
More global markets are growing RevPAR: STR
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More global markets are growing RevPAR: STR
By Rob Schneider | April 9, 2024
The data company’s global 'bubble chart' update shows that 36 of 48 global markets grew RevPAR compared to the same period in 2023.... Read More
Motel One buys out partner, plans IPO
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Motel One buys out partner, plans IPO
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 9, 2024
Founder's investment firm takes back 35% stake after 17 years; growing Munich-based, budget-minded brand focused on further expansion and public listing.... Read More
Trinity lands first deal in Europe with more on the way
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Trinity lands first deal in Europe with more on the way
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 4, 2024
President, CEO Hehir expresses renewed bullish outlook for the U.S. and Europe with more lenders coming to the table.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Trinity, Wyndham, Playa, Aperture
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Trinity, Wyndham, Playa, Aperture
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | April 4, 2024
Among our top quotes from the past week is Truist Securities analyst C. Patrick Scholes opining on the potential of Hilton expanding its newly acquired NoMad brand. ... Read More
Israeli hoteliers look to Europe for growth
News / EMEA
Israeli hoteliers look to Europe for growth
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 4, 2024
More players are looking to nearby Greece and beyond to balance the roller coaster rides they face in their home country.... Read More
European deal activity down 19% in 2023
News / Mergers and Acquistions
European deal activity down 19% in 2023
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 4, 2024
HVS HWE report suggests the worst is over and activity is off the a fairly strong start in 2024. ... Read More
Spotlight shines brighter on algorithmic price-fixing
News / Asset Management
Spotlight shines brighter on algorithmic price-fixing
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 1, 2024
After a series of lawsuits, newly expressed interest in a case by the DOJ and FTC could signal more scrutiny over alleged hotel pricing collusion.... Read More
How CWT-Amex GBT merger reorders corporate travel landscape
News / Insights
How CWT-Amex GBT merger reorders corporate travel landscape
By Jamie Biesiada | March 28, 2024
New travel management behemoth could actually be good for competition but removes a global player, giving customers less negotiating power.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: NewcrestImage, Concord Hospitality, Vision Hospitality
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Quotes of the Week: NewcrestImage, Concord Hospitality, Vision Hospitality
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | March 28, 2024
Among our top quotes from the past week is NewcrestImage's Mehul Patel speaking at The Hunter Conference about they keys to getting transactions done and what 'dirty word' to avoid. ... Read More
Latest news: Henderson Park rebrands Caley; Washington Hilton refi; Alps deals
News / Brands
Latest news: Henderson Park rebrands Caley; Washington Hilton refi; Alps deals
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 28, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More