⚡ Michelin Unveils Inaugural Key Ratings for U.S. Luxury Hotels

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🔑 Michelin Unveils Inaugural Key Ratings for U.S. Luxury Hotels

⚡ The renowned Michelin Guide has unveiled its first-ever "key" ratings for luxury hotels in the United States. This new rating system mirrors the iconic Michelin star system for restaurants and aims to recognize exceptional hospitality experiences beyond just basic amenities. Read More.

🏨 Curator Hotels & Resorts Adds Two Member Hotels To Its Collection

⚡ Curator Hotel & Resort Collection welcomes two new properties in Michigan and Ohio, showcasing its dedication to diverse independent establishments and offering support to both operational and soon-to-open venues through its comprehensive solutions and vendor relationships. Read More.

💡 Winning Strategies for Hotels Amidst Surging New Market Entrants

⚡ As new luxury and upper-upscale hotels enter the market, existing legacy hotels face the dual challenge of not only maintaining market share but also solidifying their position amidst the influx of new competitors, as evidenced by the current situation in Kuala Lumpur, where the rise in demand for upscale accommodations has led to a surge in new hotel openings, prompting established hotels to seek insights from experiences in other Southeast Asian cities to stay competitive. Read More.

🔒 Hotels Ramp Up Safety Measures Through Enhanced Security Staffing and Technology

⚡ In the hospitality industry, ensuring the safety of guests and staff has always been a top priority, but in the current uncertain climate, heightened security measures are especially crucial for hoteliers. This includes implementing keyless check-in, panic buttons, increased door security, and vigilant monitoring of guest activity, with some properties, including family resorts, now adopting advanced camera systems with artificial intelligence to enhance guest safety, as noted by Stephen Szczygiel, senior associate at Hotel & Leisure Advisors. Read More.

🤝 IHG Teams Up with Brigade Group to Launch InterContinental Hyderabad Neopolis

⚡ IHG Hotels & Resorts, a leading global hospitality company, and Brigade Group, a prominent property developer in India, have revealed a management agreement to introduce the InterContinental brand to Telangana with the upcoming InterContinental Hyderabad Neopolis, set to open in 2029 as a key component of Brigade's mixed-use development project. Read More.

📈 Extended-Stay Hotels Outperforming Industry Benchmarks Across the Board

⚡ In March, extended-stay hotel room revenue saw its initial monthly drop in over three years, with a marginal 0.2 percent decrease, significantly outperforming the broader hotel industry. While various performance indicators for extended-stay hotels were lower compared to March 2023, they fared better when compared to similar hotel categories overall. Read More.

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