International Market Research Reports

“European serviced-apartment capacity is on the cusp of a major expansion. Consolidation in the sector is likely to continue, as it creates economies of scale and offers a way to rapidly expand a group’s network. The leisure market for branded long-stay accommodation will be increasingly targeted ...

“As spa tourism becomes more wellness-orientated, a growing number of spas are juxtaposing holism with modern medicine and entering the global ‘medi-spa’ market. Technology is also now at the forefront of the spa industry, from booking treatments online to social-media apps, promotions and offers.”

“The global luxury goods industry is going through a significant period of change. As young consumers are fast becoming key purchasers of high-end fashion, luxury houses need to adapt. This has resulted in polarised performances amongst the leading players. Those that were slower to respond have ...

“While the Panamanian government appears committed to helping the country fulfil its tourism potential, significant challenges remain. These include creating a destination brand that captures the spirit of Panama and emphasises what is unique about the country, alongside a more joined-up approach ...

“A ravishing, intriguing and unforgettable Central America country, Guatemala, the ‘heart of the Mayan World’, is taking steps to address challenges to the development of its huge, largely untapped, tourism potential.”
– Jessica Kelly, Senior Tourism Analyst

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“The tourism industry in the Bahamas is showing every sign of going from strength to strength. The robust arrivals figures for 2018, which indicated such a dramatic increase over 2017, are certainly pointing in that direction. There are challenges however.”
– Jessica Kelly, Senior Tourism Analyst

“Billed as ‘quite possibly the Central American country that has it all: tropical rainforests and untouched beaches, fringed with palms, distant cloud-capped volcanoes, and recently some extraordinarily special eco-lodges’ by travel magazine giant Conde Nast Traveller, Nicaragua is an aspirational ...

“Barbados is one of the most developed and reputable tourism markets in the Caribbean. Just over 663,500 arrivals were reported in 2017, increasing 5% year on year. As a mature tourism market, Barbados faces tough competition from its Caribbean neighbours and it can be challenging to sustain ...

"Due to the fact that a destination wedding is a ‘one-stop shop’ – ie everything from the officiant to the flowers can be arranged by a hotel or a resort – the burden of organising the event falls on the venue, rather than on the couple. Depending on the range of services it offers, the designated ...