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How is wellness tourism redefining the contemporary hospitality industry? – Part 1

🏠 Wellness tourism skyrockets as a core hotel industry feature. Global wellness market projected at $6.8 trillion in 2024, set to reach $8.5 trillion by 2027. Younger generations significantly fuel market growth. Wellness a priority for 68% nationally, 67% globally. European well-being motivated travel rose 4 points from 2019 to 2023. Wellness tourism market expected to hit $1.3 trillion in current year. Global Wellness Summit spotlights 2025 trends like analogue tourism and longevity. WHO predicts 60+ population will rise from 12% to 22% by 2050. Trends lean towards science-based longevity and personalized wellness, with technology playing a key role. Emlyn Brown of Accor emphasizes science, authenticity, and holistic approaches in wellness for 2025.

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The outdoor hotel industry enters a new era – Part 3

🏕 Glamping, an upscale camping trend, has a market valued at $3.11 billion globally, set to reach $5.94 billion by 2030 with a 17.5% CAGR. Europe is the largest market with over 35% share. The growth is driven by Generations Y and Z, making up 45% of sales in 2023, while families and mature travelers represent 27%. Glamping appeals to 79% of enthusiasts for multi-generational trips, indicating its potential in luxury tourism where experience trumps opulence.

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Whitbread bets on a sale and leaseback strategy to drive its growth

📈 Whitbread, Premier Inn's parent company, is selling £1 billion in properties for its five-year growth strategy. Revenue fell 1% to £2.92 billion for the 52 weeks ending 27 February 2025, with UK Premier Inn sales down 3% to £2.69 billion. Adjusted profits dropped 14% to £483 million; statutory pre-tax profits decreased 19% to £368 million. The company plans 1,000-1,200 new UK rooms and a £250 million share buyback. Premier Inn Germany grew 21% to £231 million, cutting losses and projecting £5-10 million adjusted profits this year. Whitbread sold two hotels for £56 million, targeting a £2 billion raise for expansion and shareholder returns.

Tristan Capital Partners acquires EasyHotel

🏨 Tristan Capital Partners acquired EasyHotel for €196.13 million through European Property Investors Special Opportunities 6, valuing the company at €242 million. This transaction includes 81% of EasyGroup's shares and 17.38% from founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou. The budget hotel chain, operating in 13 countries, plans expansion in France and Spain, with new hotels in Alicante, Barcelona, Madrid, and Valencia. Previous majority shareholders ICAMAP and Ivanhoé Cambridge have been replaced, while EasyGroup continues brand licensing. EasyHotel focuses on low-carbon, environmentally friendly design, signaling growth with increasing franchise partner interest.

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Motel One achieves record revenue and strategic expansion in 2024

💰 Motel One Group's turnover in 2024 hit a record EUR 980 million, up 15% from EUR 851.5 million in 2023. EBITDAR rose 14% to EUR 532 million with a 54.3% margin, and Management EBITDA increased 13% to EUR 265 million. Five new hotels added 1,458 rooms, with The Cloud One Hotels opening in Düsseldorf and Gdańsk, and a Motel One in Antwerp. Average occupancy was 71%, reaching 74% in Q4 2024 with a TRevPAR of EUR 102. For 2025, five more hotels will open in Munich, London, Lisbon, Paris, and Vienna, adding 1,140 rooms. PAI Partners' acquisition of an 80% stake will be completed in Q2 2025, supporting further international expansion.

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The hotel industry accelerates its sustainable transition – Part 2

🚨 Hospitality industry energy consumption averages 234 kWh/m², with France's hotels and guesthouses spanning over 22 million m². Heating (31%), hot water (17%), air conditioning (15%), and lighting (12%) are the main energy expenses, and hotel guests use about 300 liters of water per night. The “tertiary decree” in France targets a 60% energy reduction in tertiary buildings by 2050, with -40% by 2030. As of five years before 2030, only 40% of French hoteliers have implemented energy efficiency measures, while 90% have adopted LED lighting. Investment costs and lack of awareness about financial aid hinder progress, yet simple actions can significantly affect energy optimization.

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Strong results across key hospitality groups

🏠 Accor reported 9.2% revenue growth in Q1 2025, reaching €1.349 billion with a RevPAR increase of 5% from 2024; opened 45 new hotels with over 5,900 rooms. Pierre & Vacances - Center Parcs saw a -0.9% decline in economic revenue for H1 2024/2025, yet a 96% occupancy rate in Q2 at mountain resorts and 21.8% rise in Spanish accommodation revenue. CapitaLand Ascott Trust's (CLAS) gross profit grew 4% in Q1 2025, with key growth in the UK, US, and Japan; planning the Somerset Liang Court in Singapore for 2026. Compagnie des Alpes reported an 11.6% revenue increase to €849.5 million in the first half of the 2024/2025 fiscal year, a 5.5% rise in ski lift revenue, and a 32.8% jump in leisure park revenue, including the acquisition of Belantis in Germany.

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Schroders Capital completes the acquisition of W Edinburgh hotel

🏨 Schroders Capital, a firm with $99.3 billion in assets, has acquired W Edinburgh from Nuveen Real Estate, entering Edinburgh's luxury hotel market in November 2023. The hotel, Marriott International's first luxury property in the city, features 244 rooms and combines Edinburgh's traditional architecture with modern design. It's located in St James Square’s newly developed area. The W Edinburgh was awarded Scottish hotel of the year 2025. Schroders Capital manages GBP 3.1 billion in hotel investments across Europe and recently acquired the NH Collection Milan Lifestyle property.

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Trends in Europe March 2025: a two-speed hospitality business

🏧 European budget and economy hotel segments saw RevPAR declines of -10.2% and -2.4%, respectively, while the midscale segment fell slightly at -0.5%. Upscale hotels bucked the trend with a +0.9% RevPAR increase. In Eastern Europe, Latvia and Hungary continued to lead with strong RevPAR increases of +10.3% and +7.3%, respectively, despite Hungary's average daily rate being down by -2.8%. Greece showed a significant recovery with an +11.9% RevPAR boost after a -1.1% dip the previous month, attributed to a +4.2 point rise in occupancy and a +4.1% increase in average daily rate following a decline due to earthquakes in February 2025.

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Map of the week: hotel openings – April #4 2025

🏨 Hospitality ON has mapped new hotels opened worldwide in the last 10 days, highlighting those belonging to groups, chains, and networks. Openings are color-coded: yellow for hotels opened this week, blue for announced openings, green for rebranded hotels reopened this week, and orange for projects signed this week with future opening dates. The map includes locations, photos, and key information about the hotels.

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