STRz Summit 2023 key takeaways
UK: Short-term / vacation rental industry leaders, ranging from CEOs and founders to investors, property managers and OTAs, gathered in London [18 October] to address the key topics and questions facing the segment and how it is positioned in the wider travel, hospitality and real estate landscape.
Emma Villas debuts on Italian Stock Exchange
Italy: Siena-based villa rental and tour operator, Emma Villas, is going public via an initial public offering [IPO] on the Italian Stock Exchange.
HomeToGo appoints Thielmann as chief investment director
Germany: Vacation rental marketplace HomeToGo has appointed Dr Bodo Thielmann as its first-ever chief investment director.
Vitur Summit 2023: Le Collectionist CEO Max Aniort
France / Spain: Le Collectionist CEO Max Aniort speaks to STRz at the 2023 Vitur Summit in Málaga about how the company’s €60 million raise feeds into its overall strategy, the possibilities for further M&A activity, and the latest trends in the luxury space.
Cambon Partners and AJL Atelier announce official partnership
France / Switzerland: Travel boutique investment bank Cambon Partners and consulting firm AJL Atelier have formed an official partnership to offer a combined service to companies looking to buy, sell or fundraise.
VRMA 2022 takeaways: STRz editor Paul Stevens
US: STRz editor Paul Stevens provides his five quick key takeaways from the 2022 VRMA International Conference in Las Vegas.
Park Holidays UK adds to portfolio with Park Leisure acquisition
UK: Holiday park operator Park Holidays UK has announced the acquisition of Yorkshire-based group Park Leisure for an undisclosed amount.
HomeToGo acquires e-domizil GmbH for €40m
Luxembourg / Germany: Alternative accommodation marketplace HomeToGo has bought internet company e-domizil GmbH from e-vacation Group Holding GmbH for €40 million.
Parkdean Resorts rumoured for £1.5bn holiday parks sale
UK: Newcastle-based holiday park operator Parkdean Resorts is rumoured to have been put up for sale by its owner for up to £1.5 billion. According to Sky News, Canadian Onex Corporation [Onex], which acquired Parkdean for £1.35 billion in 2016, is considering selling the operator within the coming months and take advantage of the current […]