22 August 2025 - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers

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Hunter Hotel Advisors Arranges Sale of Home2 Suites by Hilton Wayne

💰 Hunter Hotel Advisors facilitated the sale of Home2 Suites by Hilton Wayne on July 29, 2025. Located near Manhattan, the 120-key hotel was sold by DC Hospitality Group LLC to Spark GHC. The hotel, built in 2020, features a fitness center, business center, and indoor pool, and is strategically positioned near major corporate and entertainment hubs. It attracts visitors from local employers and William Paterson University, contributing to the local economy and employment landscape of over 25,000 workers.

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Global hotel deals remained stunted in the first half of 2025. Could the second half be different?

🏨 Global hotel transaction volume in H1 2025 was $24.5 billion, down 17.5% from H1 2024 and over 30% from 2019. There were 600 transactions, 16.7% less than in H1 2024. The U.S. accounted for over half, with transaction volume at $9.7 billion, up nearly 4% from H1 2024. Global RevPAR saw uneven performance, with Middle East/Africa leading at 9.3% growth. JLL anticipates muted supply growth due to high construction costs.

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New on the Menu: Thai-inspired chopped cheese and Korean shakshuka

🍴 Bret Thorn is the Senior Food & Beverage Editor at Nation’s Restaurant News since 1999. He contributed to The New York Sun from 2005-2008 and was IFEC president in 2005. A Tufts University alum, he studied at Le Cordon Bleu and in China during 1989. Thorn's awards include the 2006 Jesse H. Neal Award. He lives in Brooklyn, having previously worked in Thailand. Thorn also authored entries for the Oxford Encyclopedia in 2012 and 2015.

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From Rome to Stockholm: Summer 2025 Hotel Guest Experience Snapshot

📖 August 22, 2025, the TrustYou Editorial Team, a group of hospitality and tech experts, shared insights on AI's role in the industry. Their content aims to aid hospitality professionals in enhancing business growth and guest satisfaction by leveraging AI innovations. Their expertise provides valuable resources for staying competitive in the hospitality sector.

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CAAM + Arquitectos references warehouses for vaulted restaurant in Mexico

🍴 In 2024, CAAM + Arquitectos opened Sōko, a Japanese teppanyaki restaurant in Querétaro, Mexico. The design features a vaulted metal roof and brick walls, referencing the area's industrial character. The building's layout includes outdoor gardens, private dining areas, and a teppanyaki bar with rust-colored countertops. Industrial materials like brick and metal are softened by wooden furniture and lighting. Designed for sensory engagement, the space incorporates visual effects using shadows and water reflections.

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Aimbridge Hospitality Appoints Chris O’Donnell as President of Select Service Division

📈 Chris O'Donnell will become president of Aimbridge Hospitality's select service division on September 15 in Plano, Texas. With over 20 years in hospitality, including roles at Marriott, Magna Hospitality, and Atrium Hospitality, O'Donnell will focus on operational performance to enhance the division's market share, profitability, and guest satisfaction. Craig S. Smith, CEO, emphasizes O'Donnell's leadership and expertise as key assets to the company.

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The trends redefining travel choices in 2025

🏖 Based on 2024 surveys from the U.S., U.K., France, and Germany, Phocuswright's 2025 report analyzes travel destination choices. It examines how U.S. and European preferences differ, the impact of digital tools across ages and regions, and motivations like price, scenery, and rest. It identifies traveler segments seeking new versus familiar places. Phocuswright offers unlimited access to travel research, ensuring your strategy stays competitive. Get insights and guide your team with tailored analyst support.

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Resilient economy, fragile demand: The 2025 U.S. travel outlook

📈 Outbound travel from the U.S. reached over 107 million departures in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. A 9% rise in inbound travel brought it to 72.4 million but still below pre-pandemic highs. A 2025 travel ban affects 19 countries, potentially costing $12.5 billion in international visitor spending. Challenges include stringent entry restrictions and labor shortages. Brand USA funding drops from $100 million to $20 million, while investments in infrastructure and AI continue.

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Intra-European travel leads 2025’s revenue gains

🌍 In 2025, European travelers plan more international leisure and business trips than in 2024, despite economic and geopolitical challenges. Total travel gross bookings rose 6% in 2024 to €347 billion, with a projected increase to €415 billion by 2028. Online bookings grew 11%, reaching €236 billion in 2024, with penetration expected to rise from 68% in 2024 to 74% by 2028. Sustainability and digital efficiency, including AI advancements, are priorities amidst moderate growth and overtourism issues in places like Barcelona and Venice.

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Three charts that reveal how digital sources shape destination decisions

💻 U.S., U.K., France, and Germany travelers rely on OTAs and search engines to choose destinations, with the U.S. preferring search (38%) and Germany OTAs (37%). Regional differences show Northeast U.S. travelers favor review sites, while the West uses OTAs and Google Maps equally. Generationally, Millennials and younger rely heavily on digital tools, unlike Gen X and older. Brands must adapt strategies to these patterns for effective engagement, as digital influence varies.

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