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Tourism Enjoys Strong Start To 2022 While Facing New Uncertainties
International tourism continued its recovery in January 2022, with a much better performance compared to the weak start to 2021.However, the Ukraine conflict adds pressure to existing economic uncertainties, coupled with many COVID-related travel restrictions still in place, could hamper the recovery of tourism.
The Keys to Keeping Talent in a Hotel Labor Shortage
The labor market for hospitality is what it is right now. As travel recovers, a top goal should be reducing your employee churn rate and developing a culture that retains good hires so that you are protected as much as possible from the current labor shortage.
Leading the Way: Hotel Owners & GMs Share Their Stories for International Women’s Day
As we continue to strengthen our commitments to creating more opportunities for all people in the hospitality industry, IHG is highlighting women leadership in hotels worldwide and sharing their stories of delivering True Hospitality.
The Pandemic Has Been Tough on Luxury Hotels. The Upside is Great.
Full-service hotels and luxury hotels were conspicuously hit hard in the early stages of the pandemic, but luxury hotels tend to hit a growth spurt more quickly and more pronounced than other asset types.
Travel & Tourism could grow to $8.6 trillion in 2022, says WTTC
Major new research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed the global Travel & Tourism sector’s contribution to the global economy could reach $8.6 trillion this year, just 6.4% behind pre-pandemic levels.
avid hotels announced its 50th property with avid hotel Ft. Lauderdale Airport – Cruise, located in one of Florida’s in-demand travel destinations, carrying the momentum of the fast-growing brand into 2022.
IHG Owners Association Announces 2022 Global Board of Directors, Led by Chair Norman Leslie
The IHG Owners Association has announced that Norman (Norm) Leslie has assumed Chairmanship of its Global Board of Directors for 2022, succeeding 2020-2021 Chair Wayne West III.
Hotel Industry Foundation Leads Effort to Address Labor Shortage with National Ad Campaign
As the nationwide labor shortage continues to make headlines, the AHLA Foundation (AHLAF) is launching a new, nationwide ad campaign to help fill the tens of thousands of open jobs across the country.
WTTC Predicts a Strong Recovery of the European Travel & Tourism Sector in 2022
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed bookings for intra-European travel over the Easter period have increased by more than 250 percent, while summer bookings are currently 80 percent above 2021 levels.
NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum 2025
June 01 - 03
Join 2,200+ hospitality visionaries, innovators, and industry leaders at the leading hospitality investment forum, where our 2025 theme "Engagement Drives Returns" explores how strategic stakeholder engagement drives market results.
The 30th Annual Lodging Conference will take place from October 6-9, 2025, in Phoenix. As the hotel industry’s premier development conference for real estate, finance, construction and franchising, the Lodging Conference anticipates there will be over 2,900 hotel owners and senior-level executives from the hospitality industry in attendance.
Embark with 2024 Chair Nellie Dhanji and fellow IHG owners November 16-24, 2025, on our 50th Past Chair Trip to Chilean Patagonia. Take advantage of the adventure of a lifetime and immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Santiago, Valparaíso and Patagonia.
