So, what's changed in the luxury hospitality industry this week?

This week confirms the interest of hospitality leaders in ESG issues, such as the members of EHMA, who gathered to consider psychological safety, or Marriott, IHG, Accor, Radisson & Hilton joining forces for responsible procurement. The focus is also on pure luxury, as InterContinental Hotels & Resorts unveils a deep “holistic” evolution. Meanwhile, Minor Hotels pursues its quest for leaders of excellence, with the appointment of Patrik Ilstam as the new GM of the Anantara Koh Yao Yai.

We published 55 news this week, and these are some of the stories that caught our attention this week, among the gems of information that you can discover right here.

EHMA members examine the issue of psychological safety of teams in the hospitality industry

During a webinar dedicated to the issue, the sensitive and often conceptual subject of the psychological safety of employees was analysed with a view to applying best practice in companies

EHMA - European Hotel Managers Association is continuing a series of webinars dedicated to mental health and self-awareness. While the first webinar was devoted to self-awareness, the second, which took place on 28 September, turned members' attention to the delicate subject of psychological safety. Read this article by Vanessa Guerrier-Buisine

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts unveils a distinctive global brand evolution

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts demonstrates its pioneering spirit while paying homage to its rich heritage, paving the way for the luxury traveller of tomorrow. Read more

Accor to open Swissôtel in Kyrgyzstan

The new 100-room premium hotel will open on the shore of Issyk-Kul Lake, one of the largest lakes in Central Asia, in 2026. Read more

Hilton and Vista Hospitality Group partner to bring the first Curio Collection by Hilton property to Melbourne

Hilton announced the signing of the first Curio Collection by Hilton property in Melbourne, in partnership with Vista Hospitality Group Read more

IHG Hotels & Resorts debuts Kimpton brand in Portugal with the signing of Kimpton Algarve São Rafael Atlántico

This addition reinforces the strength of the Kimpton brand as part of IHG’s Luxury & Lifestyle offering in Europe, where it currently operates 93 hotels in this segment and a further 57 under development. Read more

Curator Hotel & Resort Collection welcomes three new members in California and Oregon

Curator Hotel and Resort Collection (“Curator”), a distinct collection of unique and experiential hotels and resorts, today announced the addition of three new members: Bernardus Lodge & Spa nestled in the enchanting Carmel Valley, California, The Pierside Santa Monica centered in the heart of the vibrant culture of iconic Santa Monica, California, and Salishan Coastal Lodge by SCP Hotels, located on the central Oregon Coast near beautiful Siletz Bay. Read more

Sustainability

Marriott International, Accor, Hilton, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Radisson Hotel Group, Ecovadis and leading industry organizations launch the hospitality alliance for Responsible Procurement

An alliance to accelerate positive sustainability performance across the hospitality industry through supplier engagement. Read more

Appointments

Minor Hotels appoints Patrik Ilstam as GM of Anantara Koh Yao Yai Read

Hani Abulafi appointed hotel manager of Four Seasons Hotel Tunis Read

JLL names Patrick J. Saade Head of Global Hotels Desk Read

More news…

The Hôtel de L' Institut de tourisme et d'hôtellerie du Québec unveils its grand reopening Read

The year of the great recharge: Hilton trends report reveals 'rest and relaxation' to be top driver of travel decisions across generations in 2024 Read

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort unveils a desert wellness sanctuary Read

Wyndham Grand unveils upscale all-inclusive getaway along the lush coast of southeast Barbados Read

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