George Sell

George Sell
George is the editor of Serviced Apartment News, and has more than a decade's experience as a hospitality, property and travel journalist. He regularly contributes to a wide range of international publications and websites.
Ascott MEA

Ascott targets 10,000 EMEA units by 2025

Reading Time: < 1 minute UAE: Ascott is on track to achieve its regional target of adding 6,000 units to its Middle East, Africa, and Turkey portfolio, to reach a total of 10,000 units by 2025.

extended stay

Investment powerhouses betting big on extended stay

Reading Time: < 1 minute The collaboration of two of the biggest global investment firms – Blackstone and Starwood Capital – has given the already healthy extended stay sector a further shot in the arm.

Staycity

Major refurb for Staycity Paris aparthotel

Reading Time: < 1 minute France: Staycity has undertaken a major refurbishment of its Gare de l’Est property in Paris, giving all 50 apartments and guest areas a makeover.

Cortland

Cortland hires Kern for investment role

Reading Time: 2 minutes US: BTR developer and operator Cortland has appointed Jason Kern as president of investment management, a new role created to support the firm’s growth in the US and overseas.

Talent Beyond Boundaries

Situ partners with Talent Beyond Boundaries

Reading Time: 2 minutes UK: Serviced apartment agency Situ is partnering with Talent Beyond Boundaries (TBB), a global not-for-profit organisation focused on unlocking skilled migration pathways for refugees predominantly based in Jordan and Lebanon.

Oakwood Hotel & Apartments

Oakwood opens property in Tokyo’s Azabu district

Reading Time: < 1 minute Japan: Oakwood has opened Oakwood Hotel & Apartments Azabu, the first hotel-licensed serviced apartment propertyto be developed by Mitsui Fudosan Residential Co.