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Master revenue management and boost brand reputation at the same time

eHotelier

The most successful hotels know their profitability is won or lost on dozens of strategic decisions throughout the property. Its not trimming costs, fixed pricing models, or resisting change; rather, its all of those things and more.

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2025 Restaurant Design Trends: Elevating Guest Experiences with Innovation and Flexibility

Modern Restaurant Management

As the restaurant industry moves into 2025, design is taking center stage as a key driver of guest experience, operational efficiency and brand storytelling. Today’s diners expect more than just good food—they seek environments that captivate, connect and surprise. Mintel’s 2024 Global Consumer Trend ‘Relationship Renaissance’ revealed that coming out of the pandemic, consumers expressed an eagerness to seek connection with purpose.

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How tech can create a human hotel guest experience

MEWS

61% of consumers will spend more for personalized experiences. But if guests crave more tailored stays, how can hoteliers more easily deliver them?

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Starting a New Hotel: From Groundwork to Guestbook

Hotelogix

As a hotel owner you’ve navigated the chaos of permits, watched the first brick get laid, and seen your vision take shape room by room. From selecting the right location to managing construction and hiring staff, the pre-opening phase is about laying the groundwork. But once everything is ready, the focus shifts. The next step is just as important— getting your hotel noticed.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Exquisitely Experiential Meetings and Events at the Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

Larry Mogelonsky

Meetings and events are in the midst of a renaissance heading into 2025, with numerous contributing factors as to why. Top of the list for the corporate and group segments is the need to bring people together in a world that has embraced hybrid or fully remote working arrangements. As weve all learned from the pandemic, no form of video or voice call can replace the rapport formed only by in-person conversation.

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The Los Angeles Restaurants We Lost

EATER

Foxs Restaurant in Altadena was among those lost to the 2025 fires.

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Sydney icon Golden Century to reopen in time for Lunar New Year

Hospitality Magazine

Iconic Sydney venue Golden Century is reopening in time for Lunar New Year at its new Crown Sydney location. While the restaurants grand opening is not until February, bookings are now open from 20 January for keen fans and those wishing to visit during Chinese New Year celebrations. Opening Golden Century at such an auspicious time on the cusp of Lunar New Year feels like a fitting new beginning for us, says co-owner Billy Wong.

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Hotel Theft and Pilferage: Key Prevention Tactics

Hotelogix

Pilferage, or petty theft, is a silent problem in hotels that often goes unnoticed until the losses start adding up. While guests may occasionally take small items, the biggest pain point for hoteliers is internal theft. Housekeeping , front desk cash handling, and inventory mismanagement can all contribute to significant revenue leaks. This article will help you understand the major sources of pilferage in hotels and provide effective strategies to prevent theft.

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Hotel PMS Singapore

Soft Inn

If you are new to the concept of Hotel PMS, we recommend reading our previous blog, What is Hotel PMS ? It will help you understand the basics and key features you should look for. Once you are ready, lets dive into the top recommendations for Hotel PMS solutions available in Singapore. These systems cater to various needs, offering trial accounts for you to explore before deciding.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Exploring the Future of Food and Beverage

eHotelier

As leaders in the food and beverage industry, we at Samson Hospitality are always on the lookout for emerging food trends that will shape the culinary landscape.

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Housekeeping’s Contribution to Sustainability

Lodging Magazine

There are many habits that any housekeeping department can adopt to contribute to their hotels sustainability efforts. While many of these initiatives seem like common sense, they may be overlooked or never implemented. Examples include the following: Turn Off Lights: Train room attendants to always turn off the lights when leaving a guestroom. Consider installing a card key lighting switch that requires those entering the room to insert their room key into a light switch […] The post Hous

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How Restaurants Can Manage Food Costs During Disruptions

Modern Restaurant Management

Experts have deemed recovery from the pandemic “complete ,” but a new set of challenges has emerged for restaurants: labor shortages, disrupted supply chains, and extreme weather. Amid these potential disruptions, operators need a fresh approach to managing food costs. Here are seven strategies to boost adaptability and resilience while safeguarding the bottom line.

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Hotelogix in 2024: Milestones Achieved, Gearing Up for 2025

Hotelogix

In 2024, as a globally leading cloud-based hospitality technology solutions provider, we have solidified our position as a forerunner in the domain. With some of our notable achievements, we not only kept up with the rapidly evolving industry trends and hoteliers' needs but led them. In 2024, we made remarkable progress in empowering hotels to excel in a fiercely competitive environment, revolutionizing how they operate efficiently to drive overall growth.

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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UPDATED: Hotel industry offers support to wildfire victims

Hotel Business

Hotels in and around Los Angeles and industry associates are offering support to those displaced by the devastating wildfires in California. AAHOA Charitable Foundation launches wildfire initiative AAHOA has launched the Hope & Haven: California Wildfire Recovery Initiative , powered by the AAHOA Charitable Foundation (ACF) to support communities devastated by the ongoing wildfires in California.

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Radisson Hotel Group expands in Saudi Arabia with the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel

eHotelier

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of theRadisson Blu Hotel & Convention Center, Riyadh Minhal.

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Green Stamp of Approval: The Rationale and Route to Obtaining a Sustainability Certification

Lodging Magazine

The cost savings of sustainability are well appreciated in the hospitality industry, and oftentimes these can be achieved by internal programs that drive staff practices, procurement strategies, and building renovations that improve energy and water efficiency and reduce waste. Obtaining a certification that validates the propertys sustainability is an added challenge, since the criteria of an external organization will now have to be satisfied.

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How Better Cooking Oil Management Enhances Efficiency and Reduces Costs

Modern Restaurant Management

At this time of year, restaurant operators often search for ways to be more efficient, reduce costs and be more profitable. To learn more about how cooking oil management can help with this goal, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to John Michals, COO of Filta Environmental Kitchen Services. What are common misconceptions restaurant operators have regarding the impact of cooking oil on sustainability?

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Elevate Your Hotel Prospecting Game with Strategic Emails

Revenue Hub

In the competitive world of hotel sales, effective communication can make or break a deal. Yet, before any sale can be made, theres the daunting task of prospecting. NB: This is an article from Amadeus Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Surprisingly, over40% of sales professionalsfind this initial step the most challenging in the sales journey.

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L.A. hotels offer discounted rates to fire victims

Hotel Business

Many hotels in Los Angeles are offering discounted rates to those displaced by the devastating fires in the Palisades, Eaton and Hurst areas. The Hotel Association of Los Angeles (HALA) Board of Directors released the following statement in the wake of the wildfires burning throughout the Los Angeles area: We are devastated by the destruction of the fires raging across the Los Angeles region.

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Leadership appointments announced for The Ann Savannah, opening early 2025

eHotelier

The Ann Savannah, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy, an all-suite boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Savannahs vibrant Historic District, is delighted to announce the appointment ofChristopher Steele as General ManagerandMarie Dalis-Brown as Director of Sales & Marketing.

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Sonesta Adds 37 New Franchised Hotels to Global Portfolio

Lodging Magazine

NEWTON, MassachusettsSonesta announced that it added 37 new franchised hotels to the companys global portfolio during the second half of 2024. The new hotels, with a total of more than 3,300 rooms, include (in order of opening): “The addition of 37 new franchised hotels in the second half of 2024 speaks to Sonestas impressive growth, driven by our commitment to excellence for our franchise partners across our brand portfolio,” said Keith Pierce, executive vice president […] The

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Business Automation in Hospitality: A New World

Dive into the transformative potential of business automation within the hospitality sector. This comprehensive overview showcases how innovative technologies can streamline operations, reduce costs, and elevate guest satisfaction. Discover the advantages of integrating systems like automated check-ins, CRM, and energy management to not only save on expenses but also to provide a seamless and personalized guest experience.

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Envisioning 2025 in travel and hospitality

Hospitality Net

As we approach 2025, the hospitality sector is gearing up for a tech-based transformation. Several key trends and developments are expected to revolutionise the industry, empowering businesses to remain competitive, streamline operations, and enhance guest experiences.

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How Google Calendar Simplifies Room Bookings?

Hotelogix

The answer you are searching for is, Yes. Even though there are loads of reservation tools out there, many small hotel operators are going with something they already know how to use: Google Calendar. From ensuring guest satisfaction to m anaging room inventory , keeping accurate track of bookings stands out as a crucial function. But is the booking system with google calendar the right choice for your hotel business ?

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How GenAI Reinvents Revenue Management

Revenue Hub

Witnessing the evolution of technology is an inevitable part of the modern human experience. The rapid introduction of new platforms and capabilities into our personal and professional lives brings a mix of excitement and apprehension. NB: This is an article from Infor Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date On one side, advanced technology delivers unprecedented convenience, efficiency, and personalization.

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Oliver Eller appointed General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Maldives

eHotelier

The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands is delighted to announce Oliver Eller as the newly appointed General Manager for the property.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.