This article examines Israel's tourism and hospitality industry, hotel investment and transactions market and the likely speed of recovery following the end of the war. It also discusses to what extent Israel's operational resilience, strategic flexibility and the untapped potential of the Abraham Accords will allow its tourism industry to recover.
The MEA hospitality sector is shifting toward diversified, leisure-led, and ESG-driven investments. AI and digital tools enhance forecasting, asset management, and valuation, but human expertise remains crucial. Sustainability is now integral in design, operations, and governance. Success hinges on adaptive, experience-focused offerings, stakeholder collaboration, and leadership that balances analytics with empathy to drive profitable, purposeful, and resilient growth.
In the past year, a surge of hotel consulting work in the Blue Ridge Mountains of southwestern North Carolina and northwestern Georgia has called attention to this market’s growth. The concentration of investment and development in this region indicates an opportunity hotspot, as the hotel supply is adapted to the increasing demand from travelers seeking high-quality properties.
This is a monthly industry update that highlights the key trends in the Indian hospitality industry.
HVS MEA has appointed Bhavna Bhatia as Partner – Executive Search, recognising her two decades of shaping senior talent across MEA and India. Known for her strategic insight, sound judgement, and calm handling of high-stakes mandates, she has been central to strengthening the firm’s leadership advisory. Her promotion reflects her impact, expertise, and strong client relationships.
Hala Matar Choufany explores with Shaikha Al Nowais how tourism can create impact, uncovering her experiences, values, and vision for the industry.
Greenville, a city in the heart of South Carolina’s Upstate area, strengthened coming out of the pandemic and has continued its upward trajectory since. Supported by a strong economic base, thriving tourism industry, and small-town charm, the Greenville market remains one to watch.
The 2025 edition of the Caribbean Hotel Investment Conference & Operations Summit (CHICOS) brought nearly 300 attendees to the Marriott Beach Resort & Spa Willemstad in Curaçao for several days of networking and industry insights from key stakeholders in the region. This article provides the main takeaways from this year’s conference.
The rise of NIL and revenue-sharing policies are reshaping college athletic facility development. Universities seem to be shifting focus from lavish player facilities towards revenue-generating stadium features such as premium seating and mixed-use districts. This article explores how the growing cost of recruiting may redefine financial priorities across college sports.
If your hotel’s top-line revenue is slowing or declining, consider other revenue streams beyond occupancy and ADR. Opportunities like food and beverage upsells, amenity fees, parking-fee adjustments, and guest upgrades can help maintain revenue growth in times of RevPAR decline.