Regulus Collective

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Before The First Guest — Where Hotel Investments Actually Break

Commercial real estate has always been one of the most popular investment classes in the world. Yet despite hospitality being one of the most dynamic sectors within real estate, only a small fraction of newly developed buildings are designed with hotel use in mind. This hesitation is not accidental. In recent months, conversations with developers, […]
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AI is Affecting Hotel Management and Operations

After 25 years in hospitality, Deniz Dorbek has launched Regulus Collective, a new global platform that is meant to support the creation, growth and long-term stewardship of independent hospitality brands. The company provides investment strategy, brand positioning, commercial architecture, asset management and executive-leadership support, operating as a long-term strategic partner rather than a traditional third-party […]
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The Strategic Weight of Inspiration

The travel decision is no longer a linear process of price comparison. Lengthening booking windows, expanding digital touchpoints, and the growing dominance of video-based content consumption have made the decision process more layered. Planning now typically begins 60–75 days in advance and is shaped by perception and trust formed across multiple platforms. Guests invest less […]
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Travel Talk Podcast

The Future of Luxury Hospitality is Being Built Now In this episode of Travel Talk, host Edward R. Leos, CEO & Publisher of The Hotel Guide, sits down with Deniz Dorbek, Founder of Regulus Collective, a global investment and advisory platform focused on lifestyle and luxury hospitality innovation. Together, they explore how the hospitality industry […]
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