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In Focus: The Travelodge saga, the story of the summer

We explore the stories and people behind the hospitality news of investment, development and operations. The hospitality industry is moving at a pace we have never seen before which makes it more important than ever to come together, share information, and discuss the shape of the future.

Julie Rey-Gore and Katherine Doggrell review the propositions and what it means for the hotel group as well as the latest news from the sector. 

As the most fascinating story of the summer unfolds, this week Katherine caught up with two of the main contenders for a stake in the hotel group. Lionel Benjamin, CEO at Gullwing Hospitality and Thomas Magnuson, Co-founder & CEO at Magnuson Hotels. AGO Hospitality is comprised of Accor, Gullwing Hospitality and Oasis Holdings and promises the owners "a seat at the table to discuss their opinions with the brand and the operator" while Magnuson Hotels promises "to bring in the money". 

Watch the full length interviews to get the full story.