La Tribune de lHotellerie

🏨 In Brussels, on December 9, 2024, Belgian architect Francis Metzger led the restoration of a historic hotel, now featuring 90 rooms, 31 suites, and 5 signature suites. Corinthia Brussels' reopening heralds a new chapter for luxury hospitality, boasting collaborations with avant-garde Belgian artisans and gastronomes. With its restaurants Petit bon bon and Palais Royal, helmed by starred chefs Christophe Hardiguest and David Martin, the hotel promises refined Belgian cuisine. The Under The Stairs cocktail bar by mixologist Hannah Van Ongevalle will open in February 2025. Corinthia Spa by Sisley, a 1,200m² wellness space offering customized treatments and a state-of-the-art Paul Tucker gym, will open on December 16.

📋 Thomas Jahan, a French artisan specialized in Yield for independent hotels, combines his expertise in economics statistics (holding a master's degree) with his twin passions for the hospitality industry and mathematics. Jahan, known for his humility and discretion, supports hotel units successfully for years, and addresses misconceptions about Revenue Management and the impact of AI on the profession.

🏡 IHG launched Vignette Collection in Vietnam with Moire Hoi An, located along Hoai river, offering 128 rooms and suites viewing the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hoi An old town. Vignette Collection achieved half of its 10-year goal with 19 hotels open and 34 in development since its inception 3 years ago, aiming for 100 properties. IHG also plans to introduce Voco to Bandung, Indonesia, with Voco Bandung Setiabudi opening in 2025, featuring 162 rooms.