The collection is inspired by the world of handcrafted techniques, where irregularities and imperfections testify to the passage of time and the hands of artisans, making these tiles unique.
The neutral colours, ranging from warm white to terracotta up to light grey, give the tiles a simplicity that allows for very different styles: from Mediterranean to Nordic settings, to more distinctly design-oriented ones.
The four MAND structures are each available in three colour variants that allow you to furnish the rooms and express your own style in complete freedom: staggered or straight, horizontal or vertical, mixed with other materials.
Mellow, created in horizontal bands, like typical stone and plaster work.
Armor, a real cast of brick for construction in the building world.
Helped by the onset of spring break travel, U.S. hotel performance increased from the previous week, according to STR‘s latest data through 11 March.
5-11 March 2023 (percentage change from comparable weeks in 2022, 2019):
Occupancy: 64.7% (+2.8%, -7.5%)
Average daily rate (ADR): US$158.20 (+8.1%, +16.6%)
Revenue per available room (RevPAR): US$102.38 (+11.1%, +7.8%)
Among the Top 25 Markets, Washington, D.C., saw the highest year-over-year increase in occupancy (+21.8% to 67.6%). None of the Top 25 Markets saw an occupancy lift over 2019.
D.C. also showed the most substantial ADR (+23.4% to US$183.86) and RevPAR growth (+50.2% to US$124.33) year over year.
In terms of ADR, Anaheim reported the highest ADR (+51.4% to US$245.62) and RevPAR (+42.2% to US$189.81) increases when measuring against 2019.
The steepest RevPAR declines from 2019 were seen in San Francisco (-22.8% to US$144.02) and Minneapolis (-15.2% to US$61.44). Year over year, San Diego (-16.1% to US$61.99) reported the largest RevPAR decrease.
Rendering of a guestroom at the Mondrian Abu Dhabi Hotel
Ennismore today announced it will open Mondrian Abu Dhabi, the brand’s first project in the United Arab Emirates, in collaboration with Al Hazoom Group. Opening in 2024 and located in the city’s bustling downtown area alongside the Abu Dhabi canal, Mondrian Abu Dhabi will be a spectacular hotel providing waterfront views overlooking both Reem Island and Maryah Island and direct views of the city skyline. The project has already broken ground and will join the Mondrian portfolio of seven operating hotels.
The new Mondrian Abu Dhabi will feature 221 rooms and 80 serviced apartments, as well as six unique food and beverage venues, a ballroom, four meeting rooms, a spa, a swimming pool, a kid’s club, a retail area, and world-class fitness area, making it a welcomed addition to Abu Dhabi’s buzzing city-center. Mondrian Abu Dhabi will offer a chic crystal-clear lagoon where guests can enjoy a beverage while soaking in the sun. The lagoon will boast vast ocean views and feature an infinity pool design, lounges, and daybeds surrounding the water’s edge.
Designed by award-winning interior architect Tristan Du Plessis, Mondrian Abu Dhabi will be as fantastical as it is timelessly imaginative and inviting. It will expertly capture the clean and contemporary aesthetic of the Middle East while seamlessly integrating the warmth and comfort embedded in the DNA of all Mondrian properties. A short distance from the city’s most popular destinations, including The Corniche, Abu Dhabi Mall, The Galleria, and the Sorbonne University, the property will be surrounded by many leisure and cultural attractions, making it an idyllic destination for discerning business travelers and tourists.
The Chairman of Al Hazoom Group said, “It is with immense pride and excitement that we align our vision with Ennismore to introduce the first Mondrian hotel in the United Arab Emirates. We are honored to have the opportunity to contribute our unique establishment to Abu Dhabi’s thriving cultural scene while keeping to Mondrian’s iconic aesthetics. Mondrian Abu Dhabi embodies bold, contemporary design and will be host to some of the most discerning culinary and culture-seekers from all over the world.”
Chadi Farhat, Brand Chief Operating Officer of Mondrian at Ennismore, said, “We are very proud to collaborate with Al Hazoom Group to bring the iconic Mondrian brand to Abu Dhabi in this breathtaking waterfront location. Mondrian Abu Dhabi will undoubtedly become one of the most sought-after destinations for lifestyle, hospitality, culinary, and mixology experiences for locals and travelers alike. With an imaginative design by Tristan Du Pleiss, Mondrian Abu Dhabi will certainly be a feast for the senses.”
With the success of SLS Dubai, Hyde Dubai, and 25hours Hotel One Central – and the upcoming opening of SO/ Uptown Dubai – Ennismore further solidifies its reputation as a leader in lifestyle hospitality across the United Arab Emirates. In 2023, Ennismore is set to open 30 hotels globally, including Maison Delano Paris, France; Mama Shelter, Rennes, France; SO/ Uptown Dubai, UAE; 21C Museum Hotel St. Louis, USA; TRIBE Bangkok, Thailand; Mondrian Singapore, Singapore; The Hoxton, Charlottenburg, Germany and Mondrian and Hyde Ibiza, Spain.
Philippines Hospitality Marketing Group Chooses STAAH to Grow Revenue
Royale Paragon Hospitality Group needed a technology solution that will reduce distribution administration and increase revenue.
Philippines-based Royale Paragon Hospitality Group is a hospitality marketing management company looking into multiple boutique properties across the country, including As Guest House, Viviens Hotel, and Felicity Island Hotel in Lapu-Lapu City. The properties managed by them attract a wide profile of guests, from leisure to business, and are located at convenient city spots.
Simplifying operations and giving back crucial time
With multiple properties to manage, time is a precious commodity for the team at Royale Paragon Hospitality Group. Keeping on top of the properties operational and other marketing needs while optimizing distribution channels was bringing in inefficiencies.
The ability to update all room rates, availability, and close and open sales immediately across multiple channels without taking too much time was a challenge.
STAAH Max Channel Manager provided an affordable technology platform that helped each of its properties reach further via an established network of global and regional OTAs while making updates across all connected channels in real-time for all connected properties from a single dashboard. The company also uses RateSTalk, which enables them to keep across the pricing of competitors in real-time and make price adjustments quickly. With multiple properties to manage, this feature is very handy as a guide to get a steer on market pricing.
Unlocking convenience
The biggest win with STAAH for the Royale Paragon Hospitality Group was the convenience of managing rates and availability for multiple properties across multiple OTAs from one dashboard.
The STAAH channel manager is designed to optimize pricing based on dynamic market conditions through features such as Stop-Sell Limits, Revenue Control, and Central Reservation System (CRS). As the updates are in real-time across all channels, rate parity issues are no longer a concern.
It is not just the ease of use of STAAH that has impressed the Royale Paragon team. The support offered by the STAAH customer service team extends beyond everyday account management to a partnership-based support model where they quickly respond to resolve issues and proactively reach out to leverage STAAH features to help the team grow property revenue.
Royale Paragon Hospitality Group has also seen a 10% growth in revenue across all its properties in just four months since joining the STAAH network. For them, it has been the perfect tool simple and intuitive to use and providing a single place to manage and grow distribution and revenue.
About STAAH
STAAH Ltd is a New Zealand-based technology company that specialises in innovative cloud-based solutions that simplify hospitality operations and open a world of online commerce for accommodation providers of all sizes. Founded by Gavin Jeddo in 2008, an industry pioneer, STAAHs technology suite comprises channel management, direct bookings, online reviews management and gift voucher management system.
Our passionate and diverse team is based across New Zealand, Australia, India, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, and UK providing 24/7/365 support and service to our network of more than 12000 accommodation partners worldwide.
Our quest for delivering high-quality solutions that deliver results is recognised by industry partners in the form of Airbnb Badge, Booking.com and Expedia Preferred Partner. We are a New Zealand FernMark Licensee.
Islamabad, the capital city of Pakistan, is a beautiful and modern metropolis nestled in the foothills of the Margalla Hills. Despite being a bustling city, Islamabad has managed to retain its serenity and peaceful ambiance, making it a perfect destination for travelers seeking a blend of modernity and tradition. Whether it’s the stunning Faisal Mosque, the lush green parks, or the bustling markets, Islamabad has something to offer for everyone.
Radisson Blu Hotel & Residences, Islamabad, will be part of a mixed-use development near Islamabad International Airport, on the main Srinagar Highway in Mumtaz City, an exclusive suburban housing society. It will consist of a hotel with 432 rooms, suites, and serviced apartments. The development will also feature a shopping mall with retail and entertainment options, corporate business floors, lounges for airline crew and executives, and a banqueting area. The hotel will offer Radisson Blu’s signature service and offer stylish spaces. Through personalized service and local nuances, each stay at a Radisson Blu hotel becomes a truly meaningful and memorable experience. Radisson Blu hotels can be found in major cities, key airport gateways, and leisure destinations.
Radisson Hotel Islamabad Multi Gardens will be part of the fascinating J7 Emporium mixed-use complex. The hotel will include 165 rooms, including four executive suites which will feature Radisson’s signature natural surroundings and Scandinavian inspired hospitality that allow guests to find harmony in their travel experience. The hotel will also offer an incredible rooftop restaurant with amazing views of the Margalla Hills, the city, as well as a contemporary housing development with a clubhouse, retail, and other amenities that will surround the hotel. The setting will be dynamic and exciting, with many options for dining, shopping, and entertainment. J7 Emporium is positioned in the heart of Islamabad and is a quick 20-minute drive from Islamabad International Airport, making the hotel an ideal location for a wide array of travelers. Islamabad is also home to many embassies and consular offices.
“We are thrilled to execute our development strategy in Pakistan by bringing two of our brands to Islamabad and providing guests with world-class hospitality experiences in this dynamic city. Pakistan is a rapidly growing market with tremendous potential, and we are confident that our globally recognized brands and service standards will resonate with business and leisure travelers alike in the country. Many thanks to J7 Group for their trust, professionalism, and strategic vision for the country”,” said Elie Milky, Vice President Development, Pakistan, the Middle East, Greece, and Cyprus, Radisson Hotel Group.
“We are very excited to establish a long-term mutually beneficial relationship with the Radisson Hotel Group. It is our vision to bring top-class hospitality to Pakistan to cater to the demands of the growing travel and tourism industry in the country, We feel that there is great potential in the hospitality segment in Pakistan, and the demand for international standard hospitality services remains untapped, The J7 Group remains laser focused on delivering this need through this strategic partnership,” said Yaseen Mehsud, CEO, J7 Group.
“Radisson Hotel Group and J7 Group have tied the knot starting with two developments, namely J7 Global and J7 Emporium, but looking at the professionalism of the Radisson team and their wonderful growing portfolio of properties globally, in future we plan to roll out many more in other urban cities of Pakistan” said Salah Udin, Project Director, J7 Global.
SAN FRANCISCO — Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants has launched its new global Plant Pals Program to provide regionally sourced plants for guests to enjoy in-room, upon request.
Choosing from Kimpton’s native plant menu, dictated by each property’s location, guests can select their plant pal – each coming with a unique name tag, such as Morgan Treeman, Snake Gyllenhaal and Nagini (The Snake Plant). Guests can simply call the front desk to request their complimentary plant to be placed in their room to brighten their stay before or any time after check in.
As part of the brand’s evolving ESG commitment to source locally and work with like-minded brands, Kimpton has partnered with Plant Kween, a Brooklyn-based Black, queer and non-binary influencer specializing in plants, to curate a unique selection of region-based, native plants for each property to offer in a sustainable way.
Samplings of plants at Kimpton properties around the world include White Sage and Prickly Pear Cactus from women-owned nursey Idyll Mercantile and Blk Girls Green House at Kimpton Canary Hotel in Santa Barbara and Kimpton Alton Hotel in San Francisco. Those travelling internationally can enjoy English Ivy and Baby’s Tears at Kimpton Vividora Hotel in Barcelona, among others.
through 11 March. 
Islamabad, the capital city of Pakistan, is a beautiful and modern metropolis nestled in the foothills of the Margalla Hills. Despite being a bustling city, Islamabad has managed to retain its serenity and peaceful ambiance, making it a perfect destination for travelers seeking a blend of modernity and tradition. Whether it’s the stunning Faisal Mosque, the lush green parks, or the bustling markets, Islamabad has something to offer for everyone.
