Australia
Australia’s hotel sector is characterised by strong investment, sustainability initiatives, and steady tourism growth, with close links to the UK market. Our editorial reporting covers hotel openings, refurbishments, executive appointments, planning activity, and major investment deals across Australia, while also examining trends such as travel flows between the UK and Australia, the movement of hospitality talent, and partnerships between hotel groups in both countries. We analyse how Australian travel demand impacts UK hotel performance and how operational innovations, staffing solutions, and guest preferences can inform UK business strategy. For UK hoteliers, Australia provides a benchmark for best practice and a key source of both outbound guests and skilled staff.
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Jul- 2025 -15 JulyHotel Brands
Global Hotel Alliance reports strong H1 results as travel demand rises
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the UAE-based network of independent hotel brands, has reported a 17% year‑on‑year rise in total hotel revenues for the first half of 2025, reaching £1.11bn. The performance, driven by a surge in international travel, marks a continuation of momentum from 2024 and sets a positive outlook…
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Jun- 2025 -19 JuneLatest News
iVvy selected as listed Sales & Catering Software vendor for Accor
After a rigorous evaluation process, leading Sales and Catering Software, iVvy, has been selected as one of the listed Sales and Catering Software vendors by global hospitality giant, Accor. Accor’s global presence spans across 5,600 hotels in more than 110 countries, operating across 45 brands. This announcement reflects Accor’s commitment to…
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11 JuneHotel Brands
IHG officially hits 100th Voco hotel opening
IHG Hotels and Resorts has opened its 100th Voco hotel, seven years after launching the premium brand. The company said Voco was now its fastest-growing brand within its premium collection, following record signings and openings in 2024. The brand operates in more than 25 countries, with new market entries planned…
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May- 2025 -2 MayFeatures
Why is hospitality betting on franchising in 2025?
Pub giant JD Wetherspoon recently announced plans to expand beyond 1,000 locations by franchising with hotel partners. The group noted that it is focusing specifically on hotels, as operators look to maximise profits and make better use of space. A recent British Franchise Association survey revealed that 89% of franchise…
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Mar- 2025 -11 MarchPeople
Grand Central Hotel, Belfast names Jake McHugh as GM
Grand Central Hotel Belfast, part of Hastings Hotels Group, has appointed Jake McHugh as general manager of the city centre hotel. Having lived abroad and worked in hotels in various positions for over two decades, Hastings said McHugh brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role. Following a…
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Feb- 2025 -27 FebruaryTourism
66% of US and UK travelers combine business trips with leisure, IHG finds
Some 66% of US and UK travelers actively combine business trips with personal leisure time, up from 53% in 2022, according to the latest report released by Crowne Plaza by IHG. The data comes from the hotel brand’s second white paper – Leading the Charge in Blended Travel – which…
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26 FebruaryTourism
VisitBritain forecasts UK inbound tourism to rise by 5% in 2025
The number of visits to the UK is projected to rise by 5% to 43.3 million, up from the 41.2 million expected in 2024, according to VisitBritain’s 2025 Inbound Tourism Forecast report. The overall forecast for spending by international visitors in the UK in 2025 is also up 7% to…
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26 FebruaryFeatures
UK hotel market boosted by demand, investment, and innovation in 2025
London, Dublin and Istanbul are the only three cities in Europe which will see an increase of more than 3,000 rooms in 2025, according to recent figures from CoStar’s pipeline data. London itself is projected to open 5632 rooms in 2025. Notable developments include InterContinental Hotels Group’s (IHG) new Holiday…
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17 FebruaryHotels
Edgbaston Stadium granted permission for hotel and stand redevelopment
Edgbaston Stadium has been granted planning permission by Birmingham City Council for a £42m redevelopment project that will include a new on-site hotel. Work is expected to start in September and be complete in time for the men’s Ashes Test against Australia at Edgbaston in 2027. The proposed 146-bed Radisson…
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11 FebruaryHotel Brands
Treehouse Hotel Manchester to open on 19 March
Treehouse Hotel Manchester, part of SH Hotels and Resorts, has confirmed that it will officially open on 19 March 2025. This marks Treehouse Hotels’ second UK property following the successful launch of Treehouse Hotel London in 2019. The 224 guest room hotel features nine suites and three accessible rooms. The…
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