Ihif News
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.
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.
IHIF 2017: Hilton passes 100,000 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.
IHIF 2017: 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.
IHIF: 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
IHIF: 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.
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.