For the week of Feb. 1-5, Hotel News Now’s most-read stories include an exclusive interview with Accor CEO Sébastien Bazin, who gave an inside view of the company's deal with Faena Hotels; and a Baltimore hotel increasing community engagement.

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Accor CEO Sébastien Bazin said his reflections on the difficulties of 2020 only underline his belief in the importance of experiences, flexibility, fundamentals and partnerships.

Hotel Revival in Baltimore has donated food to those in need and partnered with a local toilet paper company to give back to people and businesses in the city.

After establishing expertise in office, residential and other asset classes, ActivumSG is moving into the hotel space with a new pan-European strategy.