Hotelier Magazine

07/17/2025

📣 Read Now: The July/August 2025 issue of Hotelier Magazine⁠
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As we move through the halfway mark of the summer season, the latest issue of Hotelier is here — and it’s one you won’t want to miss.⁠
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This edition features our signature Top 30 Report, showcasing the leading hotel companies in Canada and how they’ve navigated recent economic challenges. We also spotlight the Top 30-under-30 winners, celebrating the next generation of hotel professionals shaping the future of hospitality.⁠
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You’ll also find a profile on Nobu Hotel Toronto, a standout addition to the luxury landscape, plus features on the booming wellness travel trend and how AI is transforming hotel labour and amenities.⁠
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From industry rankings to innovation insights, this issue is packed with content for today’s hospitality leaders.⁠
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🔗 Read the full issue: https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/july-august-2025

07/16/2025

Hilton has retained its position as the world’s most valuable hotel brand for the 10th-consecutive year, according to the latest report by Brand Finance.

LONDON — Hilton has retained its position as the world’s most valuable hotel brand for the 10th-consecutive year, according to the latest report by Brand Finance.

07/15/2025

Esau Garcia, whose resume includes time at Toronto’s Michelin-recognized Madrina Bar y Tapas, has joined Ficoa as its executive chef, ushering in a new chapter for the Neo-Latin fine-dining restaurant in Little Italy.

TORONTO — Esau Garcia, whose resume includes time at Toronto’s Michelin-recognized Madrina Bar y Tapas, has joined Ficoa as its executive chef, ushering in a new chapter for the Neo-Latin fine-dining restaurant in Little Italy.

07/14/2025

⭐️ Join us for this year’s WITH Summit taking place on Monday, September 29, 2025 at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, as we bring leaders, executives, owners and professionals from all sectors of the hospitality industry from across North America.

For the past nine years, the Women in Tourism & Hospitality Summit has been the go-to event for leaders committed to advancing women and fostering diversity in the restaurant, hotel, and tourism industries.

With real-time insights from across the full tourism and hospitality ecosystem, from hotels and foodservice to transportation and suppliers, the summit features world-class speakers, panels, and workshops. It’s a high-energy space to connect with change-makers, gain career-advancing skills, and walk away inspired and empowered for greater personal and professional success.

Secure your seat today! 🔗 https://whova.com/portal/registration/1fr25PHJD1bw7hNLjtAT/?source=x51w91dw

07/11/2025

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa opened on July 3. The $350-million development is the first fully integrated Hard Rock resort in Canada.

https://www.hoteliermagazine.com/hard-rock-hotel-casino-ottawa-opens/

07/07/2025

Natasha Melanson is GM of the Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel and Suites, overseeing a team of 241 associates and a 420-room hotel. It’s a role she’s held for more than three years. “I started my career 10 years ago at the Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel and Suites as director of Sales and Marketing.”

🔗 Read the full story in our latest Hotelier Magazine issue: https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/articles/leading-with-heart

06/30/2025

Today’s travellers are seeking hotels that prioritize not only comfort but also sustainability, wellness and community connection. In this new era, the “healthy hotel” is emerging as a concept that re-defines what it means to offer a truly enriching stay.

🔗 Read the full story in our June Hotelier Magazine issue: https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/articles/holistic-hospitality

06/26/2025

Fairmont Waterfront has appointed chef Harris Sakalis as the hotel’s new executive chef. With more than 25 years of international experience and a deep commitment to sustainability and local sourcing, Sakalis is poised to lead the Fairmont Waterfront’s culinary program into an exciting new chapter.

🔗 Read the full story: https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/articles/checking-in?article_id=4994832&i=847917

06/25/2025

Hilton has announced the signing of a franchise agreement for the new build Tempo by Hilton Toronto Airport, marking the contemporary-lifestyle hotel brand’s debut in Canada. Expected to open in 2028, the 193-room property, locally owned and developed by Toronto-based Inspiration Group, forms part of a multi-use complex with convenient access to Toronto Pearson International Airport.

🔗 Read the full story in our latest Hotelier Magazine issue: https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/articles/big-debut

06/20/2025

🎙 Episode 55 of Checking In: The Brand Promise

In this episode of Checking In, Rosanna Caira, editor and publisher of Hotelier magazine speaks with Guillaume Benezech, senior director of Global Brand Management and Marketing for the Ritz-Carlton and Ritz-Carlton Reserve about the need for luxury hoteliers to fulfil their brand promise. Benezech discusses the importance of crafting personalized experiences that promote authenticity and exclusivity, creating unforgettable moments, and consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations in order to maintain a strong brand identity while ensuring long-term success in the luxury market.

🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://www.hoteliermagazine.com/e55-the-brand-promise/

06/19/2025

For the June issue of Hotelier Magazine, our Editor & Publisher, Rosanna Caira, discusses the "winds of change" impacting Canadian tourism, highlighting how Canadians are boycotting U.S. travel due to recent policies, shifting spending habits. While Canadian business travel grew 15% in 2024, overall optimism has decreased since Trump's election. The industry now focuses on resilience and adapting to new global conditions, with the summer travel season's outcome still uncertain.
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🔗 Read the full editor's note: https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/articles/winds-of-change

06/17/2025

📣 Read Now: The June 2025 Issue of Hotelier Magazine⁠

As summer approaches, Hotelier’s June issue spotlights sustainability, including a feature on Hotel X Toronto, winner of this year’s Green Leadership Award. Plus, this issue explores hotel differentiation, creative concierge services, and the rise of automated room service, all at the click of a button.

🔗 Explore the issue: https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/june-2025/cover