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UN Tourism and ITF Launch Initiative to Tackle Gender Inequality in Tourism Transport Sector
Women are significantly underrepresented in the tourism transport sector, comprising only 36% of aviation workers with a mere 6% as pilots, 3% in land transport, and 12% in water transport. To address this gender disparity influenced by legal, cultural, and structural barriers, and with one in five countries lacking workplace harassment protections, the UN Tourism…
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Meininger Hotels vise les 50 hôtels avant 2030 en se focalisant sur l’Europe du Sud et de l’Est
Le groupe hôtelier Meininger Hotels, l’un des spécialistes du concept hybride, clôture son exercice 2025/2026 (avril 2025-mars 2026) sur des résultats solides et confirme un plan d’expansion ambitieux : porter son portefeuille à 50 établissements d’ici 2030, contre 37 aujourd’hui.
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Murs et fonds : ONE EXPERIENCE active sa plateforme d’investissement avec deux actifs sous enseigne Louvre Hotels Group
ONE EXPERIENCE lance sa plateforme ONE HOSPITALITY ASSETS avec l’acquisition des murs et fonds de deux hôtels Campanile et Première Classe à Melun, exploités sous enseignes Louvre Hotels Group. Menée avec le Groupe Dassin et Byron Gestion, l’opération illustre la vitalité du marché de l’investissement hôtelier sur les segments résilients du budget et du midscale.
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Olivier Marouby prend la tête du pôle Premium du Groupe Logis Hôtels
Le Groupe Logis Hôtels franchit une nouvelle étape dans sa stratégie multimarques et multisegments avec la création d’une direction générale dédiée à ses marques premium. Olivier Marouby en prend les commandes, à la tête d’une collection qui réunit désormais 350 établissements sous les enseignes Teritoria, Singuliers Hôtels et Demeures & Châteaux.
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Maximizing Hotel Profitability: Prioritizing Net Contribution Over Room Revenue in Booking Channels
The article emphasizes the importance of ranking hotel booking channels by net contribution rather than room revenue to optimize profitability. It notes that OTA commissions range from 15% to 25%, and wholesale markups are 20% to 30%, with Booking.com experiencing higher cancellation rates compared to direct bookings. Hotels are advised to rebuild rankings, map cost…
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Visa Launches ‘Visa Destinations’ Platform, Transforming Travel Planning with Exclusive City Deals
On June 25, 2026, Visa launched the Visa Destinations platform in ten cities, including Paris, London, Dubai, and New York, with more than 150 card issuers promoting it. The platform emphasizes dining, culture, and shopping, securing direct deals with attractions like the Louvre, Disneyland Paris, and Printemps, while integrating hotel services through the existing Visa…
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Brunello Cucinelli: The Visionary Behind the Reign of Luxury Cashmere Fashion
Brunello Cucinelli, often referred to as the “king of cashmere,” is the founder of the renowned fashion house bearing his name, recognized for its luxurious cashmere products. The brand, celebrated for its commitment to craftsmanship and quality, has established a significant presence in the fashion industry, reflecting Cucinelli’s vision and dedication to producing high-end, ethically-made…
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The Rise of the Mega-Flagship: How Luxury Brands Adapted to Booming Profits and Accelerated Production Cycles
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Airbnb vs. Direct Bookings: Weighing Costs, Control, and Customer Relationships for Hosts
Hosts on Airbnb pay between 3% to 15% per booking for platform and traffic costs, sacrificing direct access to guest relationships and customer data, which Airbnb retains for potential future bookings. By contrast, direct bookings incur around 3% in credit card fees, allowing hosts to maintain guest information and save on future finder’s fees, thus…
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Prix Spécial Hospitality Icons attribué à l’InterContinental Paris Le Grand: une institution hôtelière
Depuis plus de 160 ans, le même bâtiment veille sur la place de l’Opéra. L’InterContinental Paris Le Grand fait partie de ces adresses iconiques qui incarnent Paris. C’est ce lieu chargé d’histoire que récompense aujourd’hui le Prix spécial Hospitality ON qui cloture la cérémonie des Hospitality Icons 2026.
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