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🏞 Swiss Life Asset Managers France is launching a new private equity fund aimed at developing a premium outdoor hospitality platform in France, open for subscription until October 23, 2026. France hosts over 7,000 campsites with 860,000 pitches, 60% rated 4 or 5 stars. The fund, Plein Air Invest II, targets independent market consolidation, offering tax benefits for investors. Eligible entities can enjoy capital gains exemptions after five years, with specific tax advantages for both individuals and corporations.

🏨 SomnOO recently acquired full ownership of four hotels: Ibis Budget 2* Arles Palais des Congrès (64 rooms), Ibis Styles 3* Arles Palais des Congrès (80 rooms), Hôtel de l’Univers Arras 4* (37 rooms), and Kyriad Grenoble Centre 3* (56 rooms). This shift follows their strategy of initially taking a minority stake, then gaining majority control. This move strengthens SomnOO's portfolio of over 60 hotels in France and Germany, as highlighted by founders Lars Backhaus and Christian Rousseau.

🌎 2026 travel trends show a shift towards personal journeys, with leisure trips outpacing business travel. 65% of travelers express identity through travel, particularly strong in Germany, the U.S., Thailand, the UAE, and India. The average traveler plans six personal trips versus four business trips. Adventure-seeking is high, with 62% preferring new destinations. 60% favor small towns and rural retreats, and 42% seek relaxing, spontaneous trips, especially in the UK and Malaysia.

💰 Another Star, formerly known as citizenM, partnered with Marriott International for exclusive franchise rights, while retaining ownership of its 37 hotels. In 2025, another Star secured $685 million from J.P. Morgan and KSL Capital Partners to refinance existing debt and support new developments. This is one of the largest hotel financings of the year. CEO Lennert de Jong aims to enhance global expansion and maintain affordability while focusing on design-driven hospitality.