Modern Restaurant Management
JUNE 13, 2025
Franchising has always been about more than profit. For me, it’s about people — and more specifically, my family. My father was one of the original Subway franchisees in our region over 20 years ago. We built the business side by side, and that experience has shaped how I think about entrepreneurship, relationships and leadership to this day.
Cruise Hive
JUNE 13, 2025
Two British cruise influencers have been banned from all Carnival Corporation sailings – which accounts for 93 cruise ships – and it’s not for the reason you would expect. While Carnival understandably has a zero tolerance policy for fighting or other behavior that can put its guests and crew members in danger, Dan Wailing and Jay Cannon have been banned for at least five years after speaking out publicly about their negative experiences onboard.
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Modern Restaurant Management
JUNE 13, 2025
Have you ever wondered how a restaurant chain can truly integrate sustainability into its daily operations? At Snooze, an A.M. Eatery, across all 70 locations, every employee undergoes Sustainability 101 training, and a designated "Change Maker" ensures that environmental and community initiatives, from volunteering to fundraising, are actively pursued, creating a more personalized and impactful approach to corporate responsibility that resonates with staff and the community.
Cruise Hive
JUNE 13, 2025
Carnival Cruise Line is one of the largest cruise lines in the world, so to keep track of its growing fleet, I’ve decided to organize Carnival ships by size. I’ve listed all the current 29 Carnival ships in size order by gross tonnage, starting with the largest at over 180,000 gross tons and ending with the smallest in the fleet at 70,367 gross tons.
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Hospitality and food & beverage businesses—especially those managing multiple locations—are under pressure to grow quickly while staying compliant with evolving labor laws and industry regulations. High turnover, time-consuming onboarding, and regulatory risk can strain even the most efficient operations. That’s where this free solutions guide can help.
CN Traveler
JUNE 13, 2025
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Cruise Hive
JUNE 13, 2025
Even though cruise ships are not designed for speed, they can still move reasonably fast for their size. The average cruise ship speed typically sits between 18 and 20 knots, with some smaller ships traveling faster. These averages translate to roughly 21 to 23 miles per hour (mph) on land. As for the top speed of a cruise ship, some can get up to 30 knots, or roughly 34.5 mph, under ideal conditions.
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Cruise Hive
JUNE 13, 2025
Long-time Royal Caribbean crew member Chris Wong has announced that his upcoming contract will be his final one. In a 20-minute video shared on his YouTube channel, Wong explained to his 114k subscribers that it was the right time for him to move on with his career. “I am happy to announce that this week I will be joining Allure of the Seas for my next cruise ship contract,” he began his video.
Revenue Hub
JUNE 13, 2025
In a rapidly shifting travel landscape, hotels cannot afford to rely on gut instinct when assessing demand for their product. NB: This is an article from EHL Insights Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date To remain competitive, knowledgeable, and prepared, today’s top operators employ hotel demand management, which unites the methods of demand forecasting and market intelligence.
CN Traveler
JUNE 13, 2025
Skip to main content Newsletter Sign In Search Search Newsletter Inspiration Destinations Places to Stay News & Advice Curated Escapes Shopping Cruise Women Who Travel Video North America Chevron United States Chevron Nevada Chevron Las Vegas Chevron Places to Stay 15 Best Las Vegas Airbnbs On and Off the Strip From a penthouse with Bellagio views to family-friendly homes with pools, there’s more to Sin City than its famed hotels.
Cruise Hive
JUNE 13, 2025
In true Disney Cruise Line tradition, the new-build Disney Adventure has marked another construction milestone as giant-sized statues of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, all dressed up in captain’s uniforms, were hoisted onto the stern of the ship. Standing 18 feet tall and 12 feet wide, the characters were lifted by crane onto the stern and then bolted in place on June 12, 2025.
Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage
This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.
Lodging Magazine
JUNE 13, 2025
In January 2024, Hilton announced LivSmart Studios by Hilton as the name of its new extended-stay hotel brand, and it quickly gained momentum. Within a few months, the brand had more than 350 deals in various stages of negotiations. Since the construction of its first property broke ground in Kokomo, Indiana, the LivSmart Studios team has been preparing for the official launch.
Revenue Hub
JUNE 13, 2025
No longer a “nice to have,” AI is becoming essential to operational success for hotel teams. According to the Nielsen Norman Group, generative AI can increase user productivity by an astounding 66%. NB: This is an article from Vivander Advisors Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) found that skilled professionals who integrated AI into their workflows experienced a 40% productivity boost.
BizBash
JUNE 13, 2025
Between visa delays, travel bans, and heightened scrutiny at airports, U.S.-based event professionals are rethinking how their events can attract, support, and retain international attendees.
Hotel Business
JUNE 13, 2025
Hotel technology leaders and vendors will make their way to Indianapolis for HITEC 2025 , which will take place from Monday, June 16, through Thursday, June 19, at the Indiana Convention Center. The conference portion of HITEC will include a number of sessions throughout the three days. Here’s a look at some of the highlights: Monday The conference kicks off with the educational session “AI Foundations: Making Sense of AI and Developing an AI-Ready Culture” from 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.
Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering
The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling
Cruise Hive
JUNE 13, 2025
Carnival Cruise Line had a bright idea for improving the cabins onboard Carnival Valor while she was in dry dock – and cruise fans will be glad to know that the change will soon be implemented fleet-wide. In addition to many other exciting enhancements , Carnival Valor re-entered service after about a month in dry dock on June 11, 2025 – with new lamps in her 1,492 passenger staterooms.
Hospitality Net
JUNE 13, 2025
Airbnb has today called on city leaders to tackle the overwhelming impact of hotels on driving overtourism in the ten most visited cities in the European Union (EU).
CN Traveler
JUNE 13, 2025
Skip to main content Newsletter Sign In Search Search Newsletter Inspiration Destinations Places to Stay News & Advice Curated Escapes Shopping Cruise Women Who Travel Video News & Advice How the Middle East Airspace Closures Could Impact Your Flight Flights between India, Europe, and North America are facing disruptions following the closure of Middle Eastern airspace.
Guides: Lodging Magazine
JUNE 13, 2025
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico—La Concha Resort announced its official transition to the Autograph Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of more than 30 hotel brands, marking a new chapter for the property as La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, an Autograph Collection Hotel. This change coincides with the completion of an extensive property-wide renovation, highlighted by the debut of the reimagined Suite Tower, with 238 newly redesigned rooms and suites. “This is a landmark moment for […
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
Cruise Hive
JUNE 13, 2025
The cruise industry continues to see a rush of excitement and record-breaking bookings – but cruise guests haven’t been rushing to Bermuda. The Bermuda Tourism Authority (BTA) is reporting a staggering 68.7% decrease in the number of cruise passengers that made it to the Atlantic Island in the first quarter of 2025. Specifically, 13,368 cruise guests sailed to Bermuda between January and March across what was supposed to be ten ship calls.
Lodging Magazine
JUNE 13, 2025
ARLINGTON, Virginia—The U.S. hotel industry reported mostly negative year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through June 7. U.S. Hotel PerformanceJune 1 – June 7, 2025Percentage change from comparable week in 2024Occupancy: 67.0 percent (down 3.2 percent)ADR: $161.57 (0.0 percent)RevPAR: 108.23 (down 3.2 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, St.
Hotel Business
JUNE 13, 2025
In the face of rising inflation and economic uncertainty, Americans are still prioritizing travel, but with a newfound sense of financial caution and strategic timing. According to TravelBoom’s latest 2025 Booking Trends Study , 74.5% of U.S. respondents plan to take a vacation this summer and an additional 17.5% are considering it—signaling strong travel demand that remains tethered to smart planning and spending.
Lodging Magazine
JUNE 13, 2025
AHLA members are used to telling us—and hearing from us—about federal laws that would make it harder for them to do business: harder to hire and retain employees, harder to invest in growth, harder to welcome guests and offer them the best possible experience. But AHLA is equally active in seeking out, proposing, and advocating for legislation that will help the industry and its customers, and we’re gratified to see Congress act on a bill […] The post A Welcome Legislation: AHLA Champions
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.
Hotel Business
JUNE 13, 2025
Canary Technologies has closed an $80 million Series D round of funding to accelerate the company’s global expansion as a leader in hospitality AI. Brighton Park Capital led the round, with participation from existing investors Insight Partners , F-Prime Capital , Thayer Ventures , Y-Combinator and Commerce Ventures. This latest investment brings Canary’s valuation to approximately $600 million.
Lodging Magazine
JUNE 13, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas—Omni Hotels & Resorts announced its plans to update the company’s business operations with addition of the Oracle OPERA Cloud hospitality platform later in 2025. Omni is already using OPERA Cloud Central and Simphony Cloud point of sale (POS). The integrated, cloud-based platform will help support Omni’s scalable, long-term growth.
Hospitality Net
JUNE 13, 2025
YOTEL Tokyo Ginza marked its official opening on Monday 9 June with an immersive Grand Opening Party that celebrated ’YOTEL To The World’ and demonstrated the global brand’s mission to challenge the status quo of the hospitality industry. Attended by over 200 guests, the event showcased YOTEL’s signature sleek design, efficient technology and innovative experiences with activations throughout the hotel’s public spaces and rooms.
Revenue Hub
JUNE 13, 2025
On May 28, hoteliers across Europe issued the latest challenge to Booking.com’s outsized influence in the European hospitality industry. NB: This is an article from Triptease Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Led by umbrella hotel association HOTREC, national hotel associations from more than 25 European countries have announced that they’ll be pursuing collective legal action against Booking.com to claw back unlawful commissions.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
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Hotel Business
JUNE 13, 2025
Hilton has revealed that Christian Charnaux will return to the company as EVP/chief development officer. He will start on July 1, reporting to Christopher J. Nassetta, president/CEO, Hilton, as a part of the company’s executive committee. Kevin Jacobs, who had served the dual role of CFO & president, global development, will continue in the role of CFO.
Hospitality Net
JUNE 13, 2025
The UK hotel investment market saw record-high transaction volumes in 2024 primarily driven by major portfolio deals such as Edwardian & Village. While Q1 2025 showed a 72% reduction in volume, a higher number of deals were recorded, totaling 28 individual transactions. Institutional buyers drove transaction activity in Q1 2025, accounting for 40% of total volumes.
Hotel Management Network
JUNE 13, 2025
Canary Technologies has secured an $80m Series D funding round to propel its expansion worldwide in the hospitality AI arena. The post Canary raises $80m to fuel expansion in hospitality AI appeared first on Hotel Management Network.
CN Traveler
JUNE 13, 2025
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