George Sell

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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.
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The Ascott launches travel health and security services

Reading Time: 3 minutesSingapore: Ascott says it is the first hospitality company to offer its guests global access to a comprehensive suite of telehealth, telecounselling and travel security advisory services.

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The Hoxton targets extended-stay market

Reading Time: 2 minutesSpain: Following the announcement of five European locations throughout 2022 and 2023, The Hoxton in Barcelona will debut the brand’s latest room category which caters to long stay guests.

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Ascott to add 6,000 units in MEA by 2025

Reading Time: 2 minutesUAE: Ascott plans to grow its Middle East, Africa and Turkey region by more than 1800 units by the end of 2022, and 6,000 units by 2025.

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ESA director nominees go public against proposed $6 billion sale

Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Three directors who have been nominated to the board at Extended Stay America Inc by said on Tuesday that a proposed sale undervalues the company and they can help create value as board members if the company remains independent.

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Accor signs first Novotel Living hotel in Eastern Europe

Reading Time: < 1 minuteRomania: Accor has signed a management agreement with ASIC, a joint-venture between developer Ion Catutoiu, and Andrei Stanciu, CEO of construction company Somet Group, for a Novotel Living hotel.

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edyn partners with SiteMinder

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: edyn Group has partnered with SiteMinder to help fuel its pan-European growth plans.

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Delaware extended stay hotel changes hands

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: Savills has represented Bethany Boardwalk Group and Bethany Beach Ocean Inn, in the sale of the 112-room Bethany Beach Ocean Suites Residence Inn.

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WeWork losses hit $2 billion in Q1

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: WeWork’s losses almost quadrupled to $2.1 billion in Q1 2021, as it continued to lose members and restructured its property portfolio.