https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/ihif/ Ihif News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T08:37:04+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/adjacent-spaces-to-return-to-berlin-in-may/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/adjacent-spaces-to-return-to-berlin-in-may/ The International Hospitality Investment Forum has announced that Adjacent Spaces, an event that explores investing beyond the hotel room, will be returning for a second year in Berlin. Mon, 28 Mar 2022 01:13:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hospitality-investment-forum-set-for-berlin-return/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hospitality-investment-forum-set-for-berlin-return/ Growing inflationary concerns, conflict in Ukraine and environmental and social governance will all be on the agenda when the event takes place in person in Berlin on May 3-5. Wed, 16 Mar 2022 00:29:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-to-return-to-berlin-in-may/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-to-return-to-berlin-in-may/ Registration is now open for the International Hospitality Investment Forum, as the industry-leading event returns to Berlin. The show will take place on May 3-5. Wed, 02 Feb 2022 09:16:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hospitality-investment-forum-delayed-until-september/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hospitality-investment-forum-delayed-until-september/ The upcoming International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) has been delayed until next autumn. The event, scheduled to take place in May, has now been moved back to September 6th-8th. Wed, 09 Dec 2020 10:39:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2020-cancelled-wake-of-covid-19-outbreak/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2020-cancelled-wake-of-covid-19-outbreak/ Questex has announced the cancellation of IHIF 2020 due to the continuing impact of the Covid-19 outbreak. Organisers had initially hoped to stage the Berlin-based event in May, but this is now seen as untenable given the global health crisis. Wed, 22 Apr 2020 07:30:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-global-events-industry-hit-by-coronavirus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-global-events-industry-hit-by-coronavirus/ With ITB Berlin and a host of other major events cancelled, Breaking Travel News here examines what further damage could be done to the global hospitality industry by the spread of COVID-19 Tue, 03 Mar 2020 12:07:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hospitality-investment-forum-postponed-to-may/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hospitality-investment-forum-postponed-to-may/ Questex has confirmed it will postpone the International Hospitality Investment Forum due to take place next week in Berlin. The decision comes as the world continues to battle a coronavirus outbreak. Fri, 28 Feb 2020 12:34:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2020-sustainability-council-to-launch-in-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2020-sustainability-council-to-launch-in-berlin/ The International Hospitality Investment Forum has launch the Sustainability Council to identify the key areas in which the hospitality real estate sector needs to address sustainability concerns. Tue, 25 Feb 2020 13:19:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-red-sea-project-takes-centre-stage-in-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-red-sea-project-takes-centre-stage-in-berlin/ The Red Sea Development Company will participate in two key travel industry events hosted in Berlin this month. The company has sponsored the International Hotel Investment Forum and is set to showcase project progress and live opportunities during a presentation delivered by Jay Rosen, head of finance and investments. Tue, 05 Mar 2019 10:41:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-hilton-signs-for-four-hotel-project-in-saudi-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-hilton-signs-for-four-hotel-project-in-saudi-arabia/ Hilton and Shomoul Holding Company have signed a landmark agreement to develop and operate four hotels in The Avenues – Riyadh, the largest mixed-use development project in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Tue, 05 Mar 2019 06:42:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-starwood-capital-group-takes-hama-europe-asset-management-award/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-starwood-capital-group-takes-hama-europe-asset-management-award/ Starwood Capital Group has claimed the HAMA Europe Asset Management Award during the International Hotel Investment Forum, currently taking place in Berlin. Mon, 04 Mar 2019 21:56:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-geels-appointed-vice-president-development-europe-for-ihg/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-geels-appointed-vice-president-development-europe-for-ihg/ In her new position, Willemijn Geels will be responsible for driving the expansion of the group’s brands across the European business unit, encompassing luxury, upscale and mainstream opportunities through managed and franchised deal structures. Mon, 04 Mar 2019 16:44:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-accor-unveils-new-tribe-brand/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-accor-unveils-new-tribe-brand/ Renowned for its expertise in the economy and midscale sector and now a major name in luxury hotels, Accor continues to establish itself in the lifestyle sector in order to offer an ever-greater range of experiences and to satisfy the needs of its customers and partners. Mon, 04 Mar 2019 16:09:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-sheraton-expands-on-redevelopment-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-sheraton-expands-on-redevelopment-plans/ Sheraton Hotels in Tel Aviv, Sopot and Krakow are among the properties already undergoing renovations. A further 12 Sheraton Hotels across the Europe continent have committed to renovations in order to bring the new brand experience to life. Mon, 04 Mar 2019 12:42:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-intercontinental-berlin-to-undergo-60m-overhaul/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-intercontinental-berlin-to-undergo-60m-overhaul/ The hotel will remain open during the works, which will be managed to ensure a continued high level of hospitality and uninterrupted guest services. Mon, 04 Mar 2019 12:03:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-marriott-reports-record-hostel-growth-across-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-marriott-reports-record-hostel-growth-across-europe/ From the International Hotel Investment Forum in Berlin, Marriott International has announced record organic room signings in Europe in 2018, ending the year with a pipeline of 41,000 rooms across the continent. Mon, 04 Mar 2019 11:53:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-michels-taylor-and-freo-group-sign-strategic-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2019-michels-taylor-and-freo-group-sign-strategic-partnership/ Michels & Taylor has announced the completion of a strategic partnership agreement with Freo Group, the European real estate investment and asset management business. The news was revealed as the International Hotel Investment Forum gets underway in Berlin. Mon, 04 Mar 2019 07:35:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hotel-investment-forum-to-return-to-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hotel-investment-forum-to-return-to-berlin/ The global hospitality market remains buoyant despite economic and geopolitical uncertainty, and customer behaviours and needs are changing. That is according to new research released ahead of the International Hotel Investment Forum, which begins in Berlin today. Sat, 02 Mar 2019 14:01:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2018-ihg-unveils-new-crowne-plaza-interiors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2018-ihg-unveils-new-crowne-plaza-interiors/ InterContinental Hotels Group has unveiled bold new designs for Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts that are set to feature across its European hotels. The designs are on show at IHIF 2018, one of Europe’s largest industry investment conferences. Tue, 06 Mar 2018 09:33:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2018-radisson-hotel-group-revealed-in-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2018-radisson-hotel-group-revealed-in-berlin/ Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has announced its rebranding to Radisson Hotel Group, effective immediately. The change was revealed at the International Hotel Investment Forum in Berlin. Mon, 05 Mar 2018 08:31:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2018-launches-innovative-new-hotel-tech-hub/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2018-launches-innovative-new-hotel-tech-hub/ Technology permeates every aspect of the hospitality industry. To reflect this widespread prevalence and demonstrating their commitment to delivering a relevant and topical event, the International Hotel Investment Forum is launching the IHIF Hotel Tech Hub, new for 2018. Thu, 08 Feb 2018 03:52:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2017-wyndham-to-expand-super-8-brand-in-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2017-wyndham-to-expand-super-8-brand-in-europe/ Wyndham Hotel Group has announced the expansion of its development agreement for Super 8 with established partner GS Star. In addition to expanding the brand in Germany, the agreement now includes development of Super 8 hotels in Austria, Switzerland and the Netherlands. Tue, 07 Mar 2017 13:41:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2017-ihg-signs-eight-new-holiday-inn-properties-in-germany/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2017-ihg-signs-eight-new-holiday-inn-properties-in-germany/ InterContinental Hotels Group has signed eight new hotels within the Holiday Inn brand family in Germany. The announcement comes as IHG has recently reported a strong year for the market, and three consecutive record years of signings, including 17 hotels in 2016. Tue, 07 Mar 2017 12:50:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2017-marriott-details-european-expansion-plans-to-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2017-marriott-details-european-expansion-plans-to-2020/ Following a historic year for the company in 2016, Marriott International has announced that it expects to dramatically increase the size of its portfolio in Europe across all segments of the industry. The planned expansion in Europe is the first development vision announced for the continent since the acquisition of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide in September 2016. Tue, 07 Mar 2017 12:40:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2017-sorenson-presented-with-lifetime-achievement-award/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2017-sorenson-presented-with-lifetime-achievement-award/ Arne Sorenson, president and chief executive of Marriott International, has been awarded the International Hotel Investment Forum Lifetime Achievement Award. The presentation was made during the 20th IHIF, currently being staged at the InterContinental Berlin, Germany. Tue, 07 Mar 2017 12:31:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2017-rezidor-reveals-latest-radisson-blu-acquisition/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2017-rezidor-reveals-latest-radisson-blu-acquisition/ Rezidor has reconfirmed its leading position in Europe with Radisson Blu, the largest upscale hotel brand featuring 186 hotels with almost 45,000 rooms in operation. The ranking, published by MKG Hospitality-On, was revealed at the International Hotel Investment Forum 2017, currently taking place in Berlin. Tue, 07 Mar 2017 11:06:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2017-hilton-passes-100000-room-milestone-in-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2017-hilton-passes-100000-room-milestone-in-europe/ Hilton has announced that it has passed the milestone of 100,000 rooms trading across its Europe, Middle East & Africa portfolio. The group revealed the new figures during International Hotel Investment Forum in Berlin, Germany. Tue, 07 Mar 2017 09:01:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-hospitality-elite-gather-in-berlin-for-annual-investment-showcase/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-hospitality-elite-gather-in-berlin-for-annual-investment-showcase/ The 20th International Hotel Investment Forum began today at the Hotel InterContinental Berlin, Germany. Kerry Gumas, president of Questex, opened proceedings, welcoming over 2,000 delegates from over 80 countries to the conference. Mon, 06 Mar 2017 16:20:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/johannesburg-tourism-arrives-in-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/johannesburg-tourism-arrives-in-berlin/ Joburg Tourism is at it again. In an effort to promote tourism investment opportunities in the city, MMC Ruby Mathang is leading a delegation to Berlin where the City of Gold will be participating in the 16th International Hotel Investment Forum. “As the city’s leadership, we recognise that tourism is a significant economic growth imperative and an important catalyst for building a vibrant city. Tue, 05 Mar 2013 12:39:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-hospitality-industry-gathers-at-intercontinental-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-hospitality-industry-gathers-at-intercontinental-berlin/ Delegates in Berlin have been welcomed to the second day of the International Hotel Investment Forum at the InterContinental Hotel. Patron Sponsor CBRE Hotels has this year been joined by 67 additional sponsors from across the accommodation sector. Tue, 05 Mar 2013 12:11:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-marriott-introduces-moxy-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-marriott-introduces-moxy-hotels/ Marriott has debuted Moxy Hotels, its first entry into the economy tier, three-star hospitality segment in Europe, at the International Hotel Investment Forum in Berlin. Designed to capture the rapidly emerging millennial traveller, the new brand combines contemporary stylish design, approachable service and, most importantly, an affordable price. Tue, 05 Mar 2013 11:30:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-yoo-hotels-launches-design-led-hotel-brands/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-yoo-hotels-launches-design-led-hotel-brands/ yoo Hotels has unveiled two intricately crafted design-led hotel brands for travellers who seek handcrafted luxury: yoo 2 and yoo Collection. yoo, the global design company founded by international property entrepreneur John Hitchcox and renowned designer Philippe Starck, brings a complete hotel offering to the market. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:29:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-international-hotel-investment-forum-returns-to-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-international-hotel-investment-forum-returns-to-berlin/ Delegates have begun arriving at the International Hotel Investment Forum, this year hosted by the InterContinental Hotel Berlin. Returning for its 16th year, leading delegates from the hospitality sector were welcomed to the event by Kerry Gumas, chief executive, Questex Media Group, and Jonathan Worsley, chairman, Bench Events. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 13:53:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-waldorf-astoria-berlin-celebrates-opening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-waldorf-astoria-berlin-celebrates-opening/ Some 800 high-profile guests from the world of showbiz, society, business and media have attended the exclusive grand opening of Waldorf Astoria Berlin. Famous German performers including Elisa Schmidt, Claudia Lahmann & Orchestra, Malvin Louis & Band and DJ Chan entertained guests at the glamourous event which also featured breathtaking performances by aerial dancers who illuminated the new landmark hotel. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 12:49:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/akkeron-signs-uk-deal-with-choice-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/akkeron-signs-uk-deal-with-choice-hotels/ Choice Hotels International has announced a strategic relationship with Akkeron Hotels Group, a well-known regional hotel operator in the United Kingdom. The deal will initially result in nine Akkeron hotels operating under Choice Hotels franchise agreements in the UK, representing an almost 25 per cent increase in the Choice Hotels UK hotel portfolio and an additional 611 rooms. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 02:00:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-worldhotels-expands-portfolio-of-branded-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-worldhotels-expands-portfolio-of-branded-hotels/ Worldhotels, a leading global group for independent upscale hotels, is growing its branded soft franchise solution as the ideal alternative to traditional franchising. The offer is extremely competitive, as costs to owners are based purely on brand performance in total net room revenue delivery. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 02:00:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-melia-hotels-strengthens-capital-position/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-melia-hotels-strengthens-capital-position/ Meliá Hotels International will continue to strengthen its international expansion and business model in 2013 and make progress in its adaptation to changing market conditions. “Thanks to a consistent international growth plan, supported by strong brands and a model based on management contracts and variable leases, we added a hotel every three weeks in 2012, with 80 per cent of the rooms outside Spain,” said Gabriel Escarrer, chief executive of MHI. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 02:00:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2013-hotel-partners-africa-set-for-launch/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-2013-hotel-partners-africa-set-for-launch/ Four pre-eminent consultants to the hotel industry in Africa have joined forces to launch Hotel Partners Africa, a new consultancy offering a comprehensive range of services to hotel owners, operators and investors, from initial feasibility to sale and exit. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 02:00:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-hospitality-industry-still-missing-a-trick-with-social-media-barclays/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-hospitality-industry-still-missing-a-trick-with-social-media-barclays/ More than one in ten hospitality and leisure operators now generate up to half of all sales through social media according to new research from Barclays, but despite this the industry still questions its business potential. Over 60 per cent of the sector, which includes hotels, pubs, restaurants, travel and leisure operators, say that they only see “some” or “limited” opportunity in using social media tools to engage consumers. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 02:00:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-leisure-investment-growing-in-importance-for-uk-banks/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihif-leisure-investment-growing-in-importance-for-uk-banks/ The UK hotels and leisure sector has become the third-largest lending market for NatWest and RBS under the Funding for Lending Scheme, with the bank offering cost-effective FLS loans of over £200m to the sector to date. NatWest and RBS is forecasting continued, strong demand for lending from this key client base in 2013 as the sector invests for growth. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 02:00:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-hotel-investment-tool-from-aecom/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-hotel-investment-tool-from-aecom/ AECOM has launched a new interactive tool called HINT (Hotel INvestment Tool). HINT allows users to test whether a potential hotel development idea is likely to be economically viable at a very early stage. Sun, 03 Mar 2013 03:02:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wyndham-expands-european-portfolio-with-grand-city-hotels-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wyndham-expands-european-portfolio-with-grand-city-hotels-deal/ Grand City Hotels has entered into a strategic partnership with Wyndham Hotel Group to brand 43 hotels under globally recognised Wyndham brand names. Grand City Hotels is Germany’s second largest hotel management company. Sun, 03 Mar 2013 02:31:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jacques-attali-to-deliver-keynote-speech-at-ihif-2013/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jacques-attali-to-deliver-keynote-speech-at-ihif-2013/ The International Hotel Investment Forum has confirmed Jacques Attali will deliver the key note presentation at the closing lunch of the annual event. Attali is a former special adviser to president Mitterrand of France and currently president of Planet Finance. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 14:56:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hotel-investment-forum-welcomes-delegates/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hotel-investment-forum-welcomes-delegates/ The International Hotel Investment Forum has been opened by Jonathan Worsley, chairman of Bench Events, who welcomed delegates to the 15th annual conference. In 1998 at the inaugural IHIF, 250 delegates attended. This year, the event welcomed 1,707 members of the hospitality industry from 57 countries. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:46:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hotel-investment-forum-opens-in-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hotel-investment-forum-opens-in-berlin/ InterContinental Berlin has welcomed delegates to the 15th annual International Hotel Investment Forum. Organised by Questex Media, in association with Bench Events, IHIF is the leading meeting place for senior-level executives and is recognised as a destination for deals to get done and where attendees can go expand and develop their business. Mon, 05 Mar 2012 14:57:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/argentina-presents-tourism-opportunities-at-ihif/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/argentina-presents-tourism-opportunities-at-ihif/ For the second consecutive year, Argentina will be presented at IHIF as gold sponsor to promote its investment projects. This year, the great new will be the presentation of ARGENTUR Trust Fund administered by the Ministry of Tourism and the Bank for Investment and Foreign Trade of Argentina. Mon, 05 Mar 2012 11:29:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hotel-investment-forum-reveals-young-leader-award-winner/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hotel-investment-forum-reveals-young-leader-award-winner/ The International Hotel Investment Forum has announced Alexandra Zubko as the deserved recipient of the 2012 Young Leader Award. The annual IHIF event begins today at the InterContinental Hotel, Berlin, with hundreds of top level delegates in attendance. Mon, 05 Mar 2012 11:23:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/yehuda-brener-to-head-up-ihg-sales-in-latin-america/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/yehuda-brener-to-head-up-ihg-sales-in-latin-america/ International Hotels Group has appointed Yehuda Brener as its new director of sales for Latin America & Caribbean. In his new role, Brener will be responsible for the total sales efforts of IHG - the world’s largest hotel group by number of rooms - in the region. Fri, 29 Jul 2011 08:48:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hotel-investment-forum-investigates-new-investment-hot-spots-/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hotel-investment-forum-investigates-new-investment-hot-spots-/ The International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF) is pleased to announce a new and exciting session scheduled for Tuesday, March 9, called “Where Are The New Investment Hot Spots.” A distinguished panel will focus on the economic outlook, analysis and presentation of some of the world’s most undersupplied and fastest-growing hotel markets. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 13:29:47 +0000