Claudia Schergna

Claudia Schergna
Claudia Schergna is a bilingual writer and journalism graduate based in London. Fresh from completing an MA in International Journalism at City, University of London, her experience varies from covering breaking news for local publications to producing content for social media and trade magazines. Claudia's most recent role as a staff writer at Develop3D magazine involved sourcing original stories in the design industry, conducting interviews, attending conferences and events in the UK and overseas, and writing content for the physical magazine and website. Contact: claudia@internationalhospitality.media
Marriott Towneplace Suites opens in San Jose

Marriott TownePlace Suites opens in San Jose

Reading Time: 2 minutes US: Real estate equity fund manager and developer Urban Catalyst has opened the Marriott TownePlace Suites extended stay hotel in downtown San Jose, managed by independent hotel operator Island Hospitality Management. 

Adagio promotes Gruson to executive committee

Adagio promotes Gruson to executive committee

Reading Time: 2 minutes Europe: Aparthotel brand Adagio has promoted Marie-Isabelle Gruson to the position of director of operations, projects & services, IT and digital, purchasing and transformation, and appointed her to the company’s executive committee.

Placemakr expands to Huntsville, Alabama

Placemakr expands to Huntsville, Alabama

Reading Time: 1 minute US: Flexible living operator Placemakr is debuting in Huntsville, Alabama, with the launch of Placemakr Huntsville at Anthem House.

Ascott brand reaches 17,400 units with latest signings

Ascott brand reaches 17,400 units with latest signings

Reading Time: 2 minutes Worldwide: The Ascott Limited, the lodging arm of CapitaLand Investment, has reached 17,400 Ascott-branded units, both operational and in the pipeline, with 11 signings over the past 16 months across Asia, Africa and the Middle East.

Alfardan unveils luxury residences at St. Regis Marsa Arabia Island

Alfardan unveils luxury residences at St. Regis Marsa Arabia Island

Reading Time: < 1 minute Qatar: The real estate arm of the ​Qatari family-owned conglomerate Alfardan Group has unveiled The Residences at The St. Regis Marsa Arabia Island, a collection of fully furnished and serviced branded residences located within The Pearl.

lyf Australia

Ascott opens second lyf property in Australia

Reading Time: < 1 minute Australia: Singapore-based global hospitality company The Ascott Limited has expanded its lyf coliving brand with the opening of lyf Bondi Junction Sydney on April 9, 2025.