OTA Size Comparison
The global OTA landscape is far larger and more uneven than most of the industry conversation suggests. At 10 Minutes Hotel, we have been conducting an extensive research project mapping…
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Tony Loeb
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Tony Loeb, un expert reconnu de l'industrie hôtelière et du marketing digital, a gravi les échelons de sa carrière, passant de webmaster à Directeur Technique puis co-fondateur de WIHP où il participe à la création Meta I/O. Il a ensuite lancé "Experience", le premier CRM hôtelier mondial, révolutionnant l'expérience client et aidant plus de 4500 hôtels. Actuellement, il innove avec 10minhotel.com, une plateforme et une base de connaissance pour hôteliers, combinant ses passions pour l'hôtellerie et le marketing. Le site propose également un podcast informatif, "10 min pour un hôtelier", démontrant l'engagement continu de Tony pour l'innovation dans l'industrie hôtelière.
Global Hotel Supply 2024/2025
🏨 Globally, hotel supply varies. In 2024, the US has around 60,000 hotels and 5.7 million rooms, with 70% chain-affiliated. Europe has 200,000 hotels and 6.5 million rooms, mostly independent. China leads with 320,000 hotels and 16.5 million rooms, though only 40% are in chains. Asia Pacific and the Middle East, particularly Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt, are experiencing rapid growth, with the latter's construction pipelines exceeding 160,000 rooms. The global hotel market anticipates a 5% CAGR towards 2030.
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Shiji Named Finalist for 2025 AWS Industry Partner of the Year
💻 Shiji was named a finalist for the 2025 Geography and Global AWS Partner Award, specifically in the "Industry Partner of the Year – Travel and Hospitality" category, on December 2, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Shiji's recognition emphasizes its innovative use of AWS services to enhance hotel operational efficiency and guest experiences. Globally, Shiji supports over 91,000 hotels with its cloud-based technology. The awards are reviewed by Canalys, focusing on customer success. Shiji employs over 5,000 worldwide.
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2026 Trends: Inside the Human Centric Hotel – What Travelers Want and How to Adapt
🛅 Hotel trends in 2026 showcase a shift toward AI-integrated, personalized guest experiences with 63% of travelers willing to pay extra for specific room features. The rise of "Whycation" sees 77% enjoying grocery shopping abroad. Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) supersedes traditional SEO, while coffee culture dominates with a 54% rise in tour bookings. 76% seek skill-based travel, and the food industry trends toward authentic, functional options. Over three-quarters of marketers favor micro-influencers over celebrities for impact.
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Conrad Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Germany With the Opening of Conrad Hamburg
🏨 Hilton launches Conrad Hamburg on November 28, 2025, marking the brand’s debut in Germany. Situated in the historic Levantehaus in Hamburg, the hotel offers 283 rooms, including 29 suites and 28 studios. It features a 1,000-square-metre spa with Hamburg's longest indoor pool, and a Latin American restaurant, GRETA OTO, seating 158 guests. Event spaces include a 228-square-metre venue for up to 220 guests. Located on Kunstmeile, it’s close to major city landmarks.
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Historic Gunter Hotel Opens Following $57 Million Transformation
🏨 November 28, 2025, San Antonio, Texas—The iconic Gunter Hotel reopens after a $57 million renovation. Part of Marriott Bonvoy's Tribute Portfolio, the hotel features 311 guest rooms, 30 suites, and 14 ADA rooms. New amenities include a recording studio, a 900+ album vinyl library, a rooftop pool, and 20,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. Dining options include Jots, Keystone Club, Bar 414, and Paris Baguette. The first phase of the reimagined Gunter Hotel is now open, with a full opening expected later this year.
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Hideaway Inns Debuts Flagship Property in Mt. Sunapee, New Hampshire
🏖 Hideaway Inns launched its first hotel, Hideaway Inn Mt. Sunapee, in Newbury, New Hampshire, on November 28, 2025. The 55-room hotel offers frictionless check-in and diverse amenities. Located near Mt. Sunapee and Lake Sunapee, it's ideal for leisure travel. Unique features include Crosley record players, rainfall showers, and a mobile concierge app. Two more locations in Mt. Snow and Sugar Hill are set to open by year-end, with 25 more planned over five years.
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Newcrestimage Opens the Elmore Hotel in Dallas-Ft. Worth Metroplex
📍 November 27, 2025, Southlake, Texas: The Elmore Hotel opens under NewcrestImage's ownership and Coury Hospitality's management. Located between Dallas and Fort Worth, the hotel features 175 rooms across four floors. A year-long, multi-million-dollar renovation transformed it into Southlake's first boutique lifestyle hotel and part of Marriott's Tribute Portfolio. Featuring American Elm-inspired interiors, it offers dining at Sagewind and Social Outlaw, 5,000 sq. ft. of event space, a fitness center, and wellness programs.
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La Bahia Hotel & Spa Debuts in Santa Cruz, California
🏖 November 27, 2025, Santa Cruz, California: La Bahia Hotel & Spa opens at Main Beach with 155 luxury rooms, featuring ocean views and 29 signature suites. The Mediterranean-inspired hotel offers four culinary concepts, 13,000 square feet of event space, and a spa with signature oceanview sauna. Guests enjoy amenities like complimentary e-bikes and Lincoln test drives. The hotel collaborates with local businesses for unique experiences, contributing to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary through cocktail sales.
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Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Appoints Chris Watson as Director of Sales & Marketing
🏝️ Bahamas, November 27, 2025: Chris Watson becomes Director of Sales & Marketing at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, a resort with over 1,800 rooms. Chris, with 20+ years of experience in hospitality sales, joined on September 2, 2025. Previously, he led sales for 300+ hotels in North America. He will drive revenue and market share, overseeing group, transient, and catering sales. Chris is based in Atlanta and aims to enhance the resort's Caribbean presence.
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