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Bertha González Nieves Shapes Casa Dragones Through Design

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Alex Proba Transforms Everyday Moments Into Joyful Landscapes

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My Girl Cocktail Bar Opens in Boston’s Post Office Square

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Trendspotting: Dual-Concept F&B

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Global Hotel Development Forecast for 2026

This webinar, which will take place on January 22nd at 2 p.m. ET, will offer essential insights for hospitality vendors, franchise companies, hotel developers, ownership groups, and industry analysts seeking to capitalize on opportunities in the global hotel construction pipeline as they plan for 2026 and beyond.

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