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🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Ireneusz RaÅ› Furnishes Hotels. 'We Will Make Life Easier for Entrepreneurs and Tourists'

Deputy Minister of Sport and Tourism Ireneusz RaÅ› announced proposed changes to the regulations governing hotel operations in Poland to modernize the industry and enhance business freedom.

Feb 26 • 16:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Baffling pictures show abandoned Japanese 'love hotel' with spaceship beds and boxing ring

A Reddit user shares astonishing images of an abandoned Japanese 'love hotel' featuring uniquely themed rooms, including one with a spaceship-shaped bed and a boxing ring.

Feb 26 • 15:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Number of asylum seekers in UK hotels falls to 18-month low

The number of asylum seekers in UK hotels has decreased to its lowest level in 18 months, according to Home Office statistics, amidst government claims of effective asylum system reforms.

Feb 26 • 10:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Number of asylum seekers housed in hotels drops - with a rise in small boat arrivals

The UK sees a decrease in the number of asylum seekers housed in hotels, coinciding with an increase in small boat arrivals.

Feb 26 • 09:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Asylum hotel use drops as bombshell migration figures show big changes

The number of people housed in asylum hotels in the UK has decreased significantly, leading to discussions about the government's migration policies and impact on support services.

Feb 26 • 09:48 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Dynamic Bundling of Services Enters Hotels

The hotel industry is increasingly adopting dynamic service bundling solutions inspired by the airline sector, aiming to enhance customization for guests.

Feb 26 • 09:07 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Reservations herald new records in tourism for 2026

Current reservation trends suggest a rise in tourist movement in Greece's popular summer destinations despite economic downturns in Germany and potential geopolitical conflicts.

Feb 25 • 17:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Catalonia increases the tourist tax for hotels and apartments, doubling in Barcelona

Catalonia's parliament has approved an increase in the tourist tax for accommodations, set to take effect on April 1, with the most significant changes for the city of Barcelona.

Feb 25 • 13:05 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

"Old Havana is Empty. Everything Seems Dead": How the Decline of Tourism in Cuba has Intensified and Its Impact

Cuba's tourism sector, once a critical economic pillar, is experiencing a sharp decline due to closed hotels and decreasing visitor numbers, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions.

Feb 24 • 21:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

31 Hotels and 3,700 Rooms in Tampere - Yet New Ones Are Being Planned at an Accelerating Pace

Tampere, Finland, is experiencing a surge in hotel development despite having a significant existing hotel capacity.

Feb 24 • 14:46 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Pritzker Prize shaken by director's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein

The Pritzker Prize is facing scrutiny following revelations about its director Tom Pritzker's connections to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 24 • 14:39 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Epstein Files: It's Time for an Alternative Nobel Prize in Architecture

The article discusses the implications of Tom Pritzker's resignation from Hyatt Hotels amid revelations linking him to Jeffrey Epstein, and argues for a reevaluation of the Pritzker Prize's integrity in light of these associations.

Feb 24 • 10:59 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Freezing Sea is an Experience Tourists Want to Pay For – This is What the Gulf of Bothnia's Version of Lapland's Exoticism Looks Like

Tourism leveraging sea ice has taken a new leap at the border between Finland and Sweden, with plans for hotels and activities emerging in Tornio and Haaparanta.

Feb 24 • 08:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Chef, former hotel union chairman, creates pork cutlet in a rural hanok

Chef Cho-cheol, who previously worked in luxury hotels and was involved in labor movements, runs a restaurant in Jin-an offering unique pork cutlet.

Feb 21 • 23:33 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Levandi won first place at the home competition, Langerbaur second

Arlet Levandi secured first place at the Tallink Hotels Cup figure skating competition held in Haabersti Ice Hall, with Nataly Langerbaur finishing in second.

Feb 21 • 11:37 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

An Argentine among the world's most important designers of luxury hotels and restaurants

Argentine architect Diego Gronda has gained notoriety for his luxury hotel and restaurant designs, having established his career in the United States before settling in Madrid.

Feb 21 • 09:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Life & Tech

Yasam Ayavefe Explains Why Operational Discipline Builds Hotel Loyalty

Yasam Ayavefe discusses how operational discipline in luxury hotels can enhance guest loyalty by ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience.

Feb 20 • 18:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Oulu's accommodation market is heating up rapidly - four new hotels coming to the city center

Oulu will see the construction of four new hotels in the city center, significantly expanding its accommodation options after a period of decline.

Feb 20 • 14:36 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

ETAD: Electronic auction for the "Xenia Vitinas"

The Greek Public Properties Company (ETAD) is launching an electronic auction to lease the historic "Xenia Vitinas" hotel in Arcadia for a long term of 40 years.

Feb 20 • 11:12 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Bianca on the Lake in the hands of Oggioni

R Collection Hotels has appointed Filippo Oggioni as Executive Chef for a new phase at Bianca Relais, aiming to enhance its gastronomic offering with a focus on quality and sustainability.

Feb 20 • 09:51 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

One cent for a stay in luxury hotels. A Spanish hacker manipulated reservations

A Spanish hacker has successfully manipulated hotel reservations, allowing guests to book luxury accommodations for just one cent.

Feb 20 • 09:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

Luxury holidays for one cent: a young man arrested for cyberattacks on hotels

A 20-year-old man was arrested for manipulating online payment systems to book luxury hotel rooms for just one cent.

Feb 20 • 08:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

European hotel operator declares insolvency. What about the properties in Poland?

Revo Hospitality Group, a major European hotel operator, has filed for insolvency affecting multiple hotels, raising concerns about its properties in Poland.

Feb 19 • 14:20 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

He paid only 1 cent for luxury hotels: how he did it

A young man has been arrested for defrauding luxury hotels by making reservations and paying only one cent, causing over 20,000 euros in damages.

Feb 19 • 14:05 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Crime & Justice

Police are looking for a hotel phantom. He is robbing rooms across the country

A phantom burglar is robbing hotel rooms throughout Czechia, prompting a police investigation.

Feb 19 • 13:25 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Five-Star Hotels Floating on Ocean Waves, Experience a Foreign-like Vacation within Budget

The article discusses luxurious floating resorts in India that offer a unique vacation experience similar to that of foreign destinations, all while staying within budget.

Feb 19 • 07:49 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

20-year-old arrested – booked luxury hotels for small change

A 20-year-old man was arrested in Spain for hacking a booking website to secure luxury hotel rooms at a fraction of the price.

Feb 19 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rio hotels set record with 99% occupancy during Carnival

Rio de Janeiro hotels achieved a remarkable 99% occupancy rate during the 2026 Carnival, surpassing the previous year's figures.

Feb 18 • 18:39 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Closed hotels, suspended flights and fear: Cuban tourism enters paralysis after Trump's blockade

Cuban tourism is facing a crisis with closed hotels, suspended flights, and fear among workers, exacerbated by an energy shortage linked to U.S. sanctions.

Feb 18 • 18:35 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

Try an overnight stay at the mother of all mountain hotels

The classic Union Øye hotel in Norway attracts visitors not only for its historical significance but also for skiing opportunities.

Feb 18 • 16:48 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Pest control expert explains where not to put your suitcase in a hotel room – 'The worst thing you can do'

A pest control expert outlines tips for hotel guests on where to place their suitcases to avoid bedbugs.

Feb 18 • 16:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Spain: How a 20-year-old Slept in Luxury Hotels for One Cent a Night

A 20-year-old hacker in Spain exploited a payment system loophole to book luxury hotel stays for only one cent per night, leading to significant financial losses for the hotels.

Feb 18 • 15:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

A hacker was staying in luxury hotels in Spain for one cent per night

A Spanish National Police operation led to the arrest of a young hacker who manipulated online payment systems to stay in luxury hotels for just a cent instead of 1,000 euros per night.

Feb 18 • 15:19 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

A Spanish hacker found a flaw to sleep in palaces... for one cent euro a night

A Spanish hacker exploited a flaw in online payment systems to stay in luxury hotels for only one cent instead of 1000 euros per night.

Feb 18 • 15:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

VIP Guest Arrested in Spain: Stayed in Luxury Hotels for Less than One Euro

A hacker known as the 'VIP guest' was arrested in Madrid for staying in luxury hotels for a fraction of the price, causing over €20,000 in financial damages to hotel operators.

Feb 18 • 14:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Félix Ulloa, Vice President of El Salvador: "Prisons are not five-star hotels, but prisoners are not in inhumane conditions"

Félix Ulloa discusses El Salvador's political climate, its relationship with the United States, and the government's security approach during a recent visit to Spain.

Feb 18 • 14:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Hacker arrested for paying 1 cent euro per night at luxury hotel in Spain

A young man was arrested in Spain for hacking a payment system to stay at luxury hotels for just one cent.

Feb 18 • 14:11 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Epstein's Files 'Have Taken Down' Another Executive: CEO of Hyatt Hotels Resigns

The CEO of Hyatt Hotels has resigned amidst the fallout from the Epstein files.

Feb 18 • 14:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

How to find out if there are bedbugs in your hotel

Travel can spread bedbugs, and in the worst case, uninvited guests may end up in your luggage when you return home from a hotel stay.

Feb 18 • 08:47 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Chinese tourists absent, hotels closed, an unusual Lunar New Year begins, while other countries increase to cover losses

Japan faces an unusual Lunar New Year season with no Chinese tourists due to government travel restrictions, leading to some hotel closures while businesses adapt by attracting visitors from other countries.

Feb 18 • 07:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

World Cup Will Reactivate Tourism in the US: Holiday Inn Owner

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) believes that the upcoming World Cup will boost tourism in the United States, which is crucial for its business, alongside promising economic indicators.

Feb 18 • 06:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Portobello finalizes the purchase of the furniture manufacturer for the Hotel Palace and Amancio Ortega's stores

Portobello is nearing the acquisition of Martínez Otero, a luxury furniture manufacturer that supplies hotels and stores globally, aiming to expand its presence in the luxury furniture industry.

Feb 18 • 04:15 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The Unknown of Trump at the Olympics: A Double Scenario Among Airports, Hotels, and Security

This article discusses the uncertainties around Donald Trump’s involvement in the upcoming Olympics, particularly regarding logistical challenges and security measures.

Feb 18 • 00:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Luxury hotel chain debuts with a clothing collection. Its star is the butler

The Raffles hotel chain has launched a limited collection of clothing and accessories designed to enhance brand loyalty and serve as innovative advertising.

Feb 17 • 13:25 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Salta hotel that was home to the legendary musician Cuchi Leguizamón and Robert Duvall

The article highlights a historic hotel in Salta, Argentina, that was once owned by Hollywood star Robert Duvall and is lauded for its architectural charm and natural beauty.

Feb 17 • 11:28 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Leonardo Hotels & Resorts Mediterranean: Israeli company invests 150 million euros in hotels in Greece

Leonardo Hotels & Resorts Mediterranean announces a 150 million euro investment in Greece, including the opening of their fifth hotel and the acquisition of Cora Resort in Chalkidiki.

Feb 17 • 11:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Hyatt President Tom Pritzker Resigns Over Links to Epstein

Tom Pritzker has resigned as CEO of Hyatt Hotels amid accusations regarding his connections with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 17 • 09:46 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Pritzker Architecture Prize: Thunderous Silence

Thomas J. Pritzker has resigned as chairman of Hyatt Hotels Corporation amid controversy surrounding his involvement in the Epstein scandal, raising questions about the future of the Pritzker Architecture Prize.

Feb 17 • 09:24 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Weak start of the year for hotels. Winter holidays did not help

Polish hotels experienced a significant drop in occupancy rates in January compared to both the previous month and January of the prior year, according to a new survey from the Polish Chamber of Commerce for Hospitality.

Feb 17 • 08:39 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Billionaire steps down after contact with Epstein: – Has shown terrible judgment

Thomas Pritzker, the billionaire heir and chairman of Hyatt Hotels, has stepped down from his position after acknowledging his poor judgment in maintaining contact with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 17 • 08:35 UTC

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