Press Releases
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29 November 2023
<strong>HOTREC Manifesto unveils key priorities for European Hospitality ahead of the 2024 EU Elections</strong>
Brussels, 29 November 2023 – On the occasion of European Hospitality Day, HOTREC proudly presents its Manifesto for the future of European Hospitality — a strategic roadmap that outlines top priorities for the sector to be addressed during the upcoming 2024-2029 Legislative Term.
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21 November 2023
Social partners united: Education and Training are key for future-ready hospitality jobs
Brussels, 21 November 2023 – Against the backdrop of the European Year of Skills, HOTREC and EFFAT hosted an event at the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels centred around the theme, "Education and Training: the driving force of skilled hospitality workers in Europe."
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16 November 2023
HOTREC - New EU Short-Term Rental rules a landmark step to a level playing field
HOTREC, the voice of European hospitality, welcomes the provisional agreement on EU Short-Term Rental Regulation. New rules will help to level the playing field between Short-Term Rentals (STRs) and traditional accommodation providers. It is important that all EU Member States implement the law across their entire territories.
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27 October 2023
European hospitality representatives agree on policy priorities in view of upcoming European elections
Brussels, 26 October 2023 – HOTREC members and distinguished guests from all over Europe gathered for the 87th General Assembly of the Association.
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25 September 2023
HOTREC: European hoteliers commend the decision in the Booking Holdings-Etraveli group merger case
On 25 September 2023, the European Commission officially blocked Booking Holdings acquisition of the Etraveli group. The European hotel industry applauds the landmark decision which recognises the negative impact of the merger on various parts of the tourism ecosystem, including the accommodation sector.