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💧 Over 500 Spanish hotel establishments certified in sustainability were analyzed for water management between 2023 and 2024, revealing 88% of international chains set specific water risk reduction goals versus 38% of national chains. International hotels, although in high water stress areas, show lower average water consumption per stay. 93% of hotels now monitor water usage, 77% have implemented saving measures, and 45% use water footprint calculation. Only 8% of national hotels have greywater or rainwater recovery systems. Smaller hotels under 4 stars lead in water efficiency. Future strategies include expanding water reuse systems, optimizing irrigation, installing pool covers, embracing circular economy models, and staff training in sustainable management. 🌐

🏨 During IHIF 2025 in Berlin, Colliers experts outlined 10 key lessons for global hotel investment amidst uncertainty. Key points include market resilience despite disruptions like OTA, Airbnb, and the pandemic; strategic cash reserves for crisis management; interest in large-scale transactions expected to surge by 2025; portfolio diversification between urban and vacation markets; evolution from fixed to variable leasing linked to income; creative credit environments with private credit growth; geopolitical shifts causing investment strategy changes; emerging markets like Southern and Eastern Europe gaining attention; decline in Chinese overseas investment with no recovery expected before 2026, contrasted by rising Indian investment; and opportunities arising from distressed, over-leveraged assets for well-positioned investors.

📝 Ignacio Jiménez, CEO of Hidden Hotels, stresses the challenge of preserving the unique character of destinations like Madrid through public-private collaboration, enhancing city heritage. José Ángel Preciados of Ilunion Hotels emphasizes integrity and inclusion, while Borja Escalada of RLH Properties highlights brand importance, local culture, and sustainability. The hospitality sector seeks to attract and retain talent, with industry leaders advocating for better promotion, leadership, and workforce fulfillment. Leaders in the field also recognize the need for digital transformation, with an emphasis on AI and data integration across departments, despite the high costs involved. Various hotel executives note the importance of balancing technological advancements with customer service and cost-effective operations.

🌐 HomeToGo's analysis from December 10, 2024, to March 10, 2025, showed a 2.5% increase in searches for Semana Santa vacations in Spain. Sevilla, with average nightly accommodation costs of €340, topped the list as the most expensive destination. Madrid and Huesca followed with €212 each. Andalusia dominated with four cities in the Top 10, while Lleida was the most affordable at €116.5 per night. Other notable destinations included Benidorm (€136) and León (€218).