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Hyatt CEO talks Mr & Mrs Smith integration and bringing all-inclusive resorts to the Middle East

Hyatt’s grip on luxury and lifestyle hotels expanded last week with news the Chicago-based hotel giant plans to acquire the Mr & Mrs Smith booking platform of more than 1,500 luxury boutique hotels. But that doesn’t mean the company is going to do any better than a major competitor it’s snatching the brand from. At face value, Hyatt’s gain…

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I sat down with 3 Choice Hotels leaders: Here’s their take on the future of Choice Privileges

The Radisson-Choice Hotels integration has been picking up steam lately. In August 2022, Choice Hotels acquired Radisson Hotels Americas. At the end of January, it became possible to transfer points between the programs at a ratio of 2 Radisson Rewards Americas points for every 1 Choice Privileges point. Radisson Rewards Americas will be fully integrated into Choice Privileges later…

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Pan Pacific Orchard’s New Exec Appointments Bring Fresh Perspectives to Singapore’s Dining Scene

The Pan Pacific Hotels Group’s Singapore flagship property adds to its leadership team ahead of its soft opening on 1 June. Amelia Matheson, Director of Food & Beverage and Pedro Samper, Executive Chef came on board Pan Pacific Orchard this month, armed with strong CVs in luxury hospitality and big ambitions to create some of the city’s most inspired…

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