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Turning website views into restaurant visits

eHotelier

Turning website views into restaurant visits - Insights - Insights Turning user clicks into dining visits depends on consistently positive messaging. We've tested what works.

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Thai-style dessert cafe Homm opens two new locations

Hospitality Magazine

After debuting on Melbourne’s La Trobe Street earlier this year, Homm is set to launch two new outposts in Melbourne Central and Box Hill next month. Homm is known for its unique offering of Asian desserts which take on Thai-inspired influences. Some of the venue’s most well-known dishes include a Thai-twist on Korean bingsu with Thai tea and salted egg; plus a toasted coconut and kaya crumble.

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MRM EXCLUSIVE: Marketing Your Virtual Restaurant – Tips for Success

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant industry is changing quickly, and technology plays a big role. This means that restaurants and franchises must focus on efficiency and lean operations. One way to do this is to open a virtual restaurant. A virtual restaurant is a restaurant that doesn't have a physical location. It only exists online; customers can order food through a delivery app.

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Sydney’s north shore to welcome The Belroy Hotel

Hospitality Magazine

Located on the former site of Gilroy’s Hotel, The Belroy Hotel is set to open on 22 November in Sydney’s St Leonards. The Belroy Hotel is the work of Garry McGrath of Sonenco Hotels (Barangaroo’s The Sussex Hotel) who also operated the former Gilroy’s Hotel. The Belroy Hotel will host a sports bar downstairs, plus a terrace bar and bistro upstairs with a large wrap-around balcony and conservatory style space.

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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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Hotel Indigo makes its debut in Sydney

eHotelier

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Pro-invest Group announce the opening of Hotel Indigo Sydney Potts Point, debuting the neighbourhood-inspired global boutique brand in Sydney.

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St. Regis Hotels & Resorts makes its debut in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the opening of the St. Regis Riyadh

eHotelier

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts today announced the highly anticipated opening of The St. Regis Riyadh. The newest jewel in an exquisite global portfolio brings the brand’s celebrated traditions and signature hallmarks born at New York’s finest address of Fifth Avenue and 55th Street to the country’s luminaries. The hotel marks Marriott International’s 500th luxury property globally.

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Cantina OK! talent wins Patrón Perfectionists Cocktail Competition

Hospitality Magazine

Storm Evans of Sydney’s Cantina OK! has been announced as the winner of the 2023 Patrón Perfectionists Australian Cocktail Competition. Evans was revealed as the winner last night at Sydney’s El Primo Sanchez after two days of competing in challenges alongside nine other drink specialists from across the country. The nine other finalists were: The Rechabite’s Benjamin Thomson; Nectar’s Finn Sugrue; El Primo Sanchez’s Jarah Retana; The Mulberry Group’s Kayla Sa

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Ascott strengthens leadership team in Southeast Asia with key appointments

eHotelier

The Ascott Limited, a lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment (CLI), today announced the appointment of industry veterans David Cumming and Kanit Sangmookda to lead fast-growing markets within the group’s Southeast Asia portfolio. David Cumming joins as Regional General Manager for Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar, and Kanit Sangmookda joins as Country General Manager for Thailand and Laos.

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Feeding the Revolution

EATER

Crip love, mutual aid, and pots of immune-boosting soup on the stoop Listen to this article “Oh, you want to know how you can support disability justice? MAKE SOMEONE A POT OF SOUP!” my friend William Maria Rain, a true disability justice OG, yelled at the audience at a disability justice panel at the D Center at the University of Washington, circa 2014 or so.

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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Charles Anthony Johnson appointed General Manager at Sea Breeze Beach House

eHotelier

Sea Breeze Beach House, an all-inclusive resort and haven for laid-back luxury, part of Barbados' prestigious family-owned Ocean Hotels Group, has announced the appointment of Barbadian, Charles Anthony Johnson as General Manager.

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How Consumers Engage with QSRs

Modern Restaurant Management

A return to work in offices and higher grocery prices due to continued inflation pressures are among the factors leading to nearly one in four U.S. households eating out or ordering food more frequently, according to a TransUnion report that details consumer attitudes and behaviors when engaging with QSRs. Heading into the end of 2023, two-thirds of consumer households (64 percent) planned to spend at the same levels with restaurants as they did over the second and third quarters of the year.

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Accor franchise team achieve 10,000 keys in the Pacific

eHotelier

Accor Pacific, Australia and New Zealand’s largest hotel operator, is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in the success of its franchise hotel operations in Australia and New Zealand. The company now partners with 120 hotels (over 10,000 rooms) across a diverse portfolio of hotels, apartments, and resorts.

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Pebblebrook completes sale of Hotel Zoe Fisherman’s Wharf

Hotel Business

Pebblebrook Hotel Trust has closed on the sale of the 221-room Hotel Zoe Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco for $68.5 million to a third party. For the trailing 12 months ended Sept. 30, the hotel’s net loss was $1.2 million, its net operating income was $2.2 million and its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (“EBITDA”) was $2.7 million.

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No-Code Technology: The Key to Unlock the Future of Your Business

Global economies are reeling from recent upheavals—pandemic aftershocks, geopolitical conflicts, and a tech sector crunch. Mark Zuckerberg's 2023 "Year of Efficiency" ethos extends into 2024, with leaders seeking cost reductions without stunting growth. No-code technology emerges as a beacon of hope, fostering resilience and adaptability. Platforms like Make.com and Zapier empower even non-technical staff to automate and innovate, freeing IT for strategic tasks.

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Mews surpasses 5k customers worldwide

eHotelier

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has surpassed 5,000 customers using its property management system as it continues its impressive growth around the world.

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Tambourine Unveils Captivating New Website for St. Kitts Tourism Authority

Hospitality Net

Tambourine, the digital marketing technology company serving hotels, resorts, and tourism destinations worldwide, is delighted to announce the successful launch of the new St. Kitts Tourism Authority website.

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Dynamic Pricing for Independent Hotels: The Secret to Capturing More Revenue

Revenue Hub

In the good old days, hotel room pricing used to be simple. NB: This is an article from RoomPriceGenie , one of our Expert Partners Hotels set rates by season and rarely changed unless the World Cup or Superbowl was coming to town. As a result, however, hotels were often under priced when travellers were willing to pay more and overpriced when travellers were price sensitive.

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December Opening for Hotel Ardo - The epitome of North Queensland luxury from the edge of the Coral Sea

Hospitality Net

Townsville’s first luxury hotel, Ardo is just weeks away from welcoming its first guests with Morris Group announcing reservations for Ardo will open on November 20. From high-end accommodation across 132 rooms and suites, world-class dining, and a luxurious day spa to a stunning rooftop pool deck with postcard-worthy views across the Coral Sea, Ardo is set to redefine North Queensland’s hotel landscape.

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Loyalty Strategy

Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

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Why Can’t We Quit the Clarified Cocktail?

EATER

The clarified cocktail went from a niche bartending technique to an obligatory part of every modern bar's menu. Here's why it won't quit.

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368 -Room San Ramon Marriott Finalizes $17 Million Renovation

Hospitality Net

Officials of the 368 -room San Ramon Marriott today announced the completion of a $17 million renovation. The hotel, owned by Hudson Advisors L.P., and operated by HEI Hotel & Resorts, a leading hospitality investment and management company, received a top-to-bottom refurbishment to upgrade guest rooms, public spaces and back-of-house services to bring the hotel to "like-new" status.

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The Role of Profitability Data in the Hotel Benchmarking Experience

Revenue Hub

Hotel owners and operators are best positioned for success when they measure their business from every angle. NB: This is an article from STR That is why no benchmarking experience can be considered comprehensive without frequent insight into the bottom line. Those hoteliers who benchmark with STR find the data sets and analytics needed to cover the full hotel lifecycle, with monthly profitability features providing vital intelligence for building and executing investment and operational strat

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Creative Supply’s new handbook reveals the secret formula behind the world’s best hospitality concepts

Hospitality Net

Creative Supply, the Zurich-based creative consultancy specialising in the hospitality industry, launches the 2nd edition of its flagship Hospitality Concept Handbook to equip hospitality executives and property owners with the tools and mindset to launch and operate successful hospitality concepts. The Handbook is available for free download from the Creative Supply website.

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Win More in 2024: Your Guide to Restaurant Marketing Success

Your Guide to Restaurant Marketing Success Start maximizing ROI and doing more with less with Olo’s ultimate guide to restaurant marketing. In this guide: Strategies to level up in 4 key areas: data, audiences, content distribution, and loyalty Interactive checklists to help you track your progress throughout the year Tips for leveraging guest data across your entire business What you’ll learn: Level 1 | Beginner: Learn how to collect guest data, build a healthy subscriber list, launch personali

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Meet leading hospitality suppliers at HRC 2024

Luxury Hospitality Magazine

HRC, Hotel Restaurant & Catering, will welcome the hospitality community back to ExCeL London on 25-27 March 2024 to connect, learn and meet with quality industry suppliers. HRC is the ultimate business event for the UK hospitality industry, welcoming more buying groups and independent decision makers to meet face-to-face with industry suppliers of design, décor & tableware, professional kitchen equipment, hospitality tech solutions, and food and drink products than any other event.

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Kempinski to Operate New Luxury Resort and Residences on World Famous Turks and Caicos Grace Bay Beach

Hospitality Net

International real estate developer JTRE partners with Europe’s oldest hospitality brand to offer owners and guests a one-of-a-kind luxury beachfront experience.

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Lindeth Fell Country House appoints new hotel team

Hotel Owner

Luxury Windermere B&B Lindeth Fell Country House, which was purchased by The Storrs Collection in April, has recently appointed a new team to manage the hotel. Designed by renowned landscape architect Thomas Mawson, Lindeth Fell stands in seven acres of private gardens overlooking the lake on Lyth Valley Road in Windermere. The hotel was built in 1907 and retains much of its arts and crafts character, offering 14 bedrooms as well as terraces for outside dining.

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2024 Hotel Group, Events, and Meetings Trends & Stats That Every Hotelier Should Know

Hospitality Net

As the calendar pages turn, we bid farewell to 2023, a year that saw our steady stride back to normalcy within the hospitality sector. But as we look to 2024, we’re not just walking; we’re poised to leap into an era marked by the potential for unparalleled growth. The once turbulent waters of the hospitality industry have calmed, and now it’s time for hotel brands to chart a course for uncharted territories of opportunity.

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Unlock Restaurant Success: Mastering 7 Vital Employment Laws

As a restaurant leader, your plate is full with responsibilities, from staff management to serving up delicious dishes. But amidst the hustle, there's a crucial area you can't afford to overlook – employment laws. In this comprehensive eBook, we'll unveil the seven essential employment laws every restaurant leader must master. We'll break down the intricacies of each law, showing you how it directly impacts your business.