GLOBAL — After a multi-year absence that sparked widespread industry speculation, acclaimed hospitality publication Hospitality FN announces its triumphant return to digital publishing with expanded international coverage and a revitalized editorial team.
Hospitality FN’s unexpected disappearance a few years ago became legendary in hospitality circles, with rumors ranging from a hostile takeover by a luxury hotel conglomerate to an extended team-building retreat that “got out of hand” in Monaco. Management has remained deliberately vague, citing only “extensive market research” and “strategic repositioning initiatives” as reasons for the prolonged silence.
“We needed time to immerse ourselves in the evolving hospitality landscape,” explained new Editor-in-Chief Eliza Thornberry, formerly of prestigious European travel publications. “Some might call it vanishing without explanation, we call it an extended field research sabbatical.”
The publication returns under new ownership group with a global roster of hospitality insiders from six continents. New contributors include former luxury hotel manager Wei Chen from Singapore, ex-cruise director Alejandro Vasquez from Argentina, and renowned spa critic Ingrid Johansson from Sweden.
“Our international perspective allows us to mock hospitality trends with cultural sensitivity and global awareness,” stated Deputy Editor Kwame Osei, previously a boutique hotel developer in Ghana.
Hospitality FN promises enhanced coverage of sustainable tourism greenwashing, luxury wellness absurdities, and AI-driven guest service failures. The revamped website features mobile-optimized content, premium subscription tiers, and a podcast under development entitled “Room Service Confessions.”
Industry analysts predict Hospitality FN’s return will fill a crucial niche in hospitality journalism, delivering incisive commentary on hotel industry trends, vacation rental controversies, and restaurant innovation failures across global markets.