It took just over 30 years for Ascott Limited to grow from a single serviced residence property in Singapore to become the largest international serviced residence owner-operator with an enviable global portfolio featuring more than 300 serviced residences in over 100 cities across the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East.

Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole sits down with The Ascott Limited regional general manager, UK, Germany, and Georgia, Rebecca Hollants Van Loocke to discuss the brand’s development in Europe and the growing understanding of the benefits of long-stay serviced apartments among travellers.