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Web-based guest apps for enhanced hotel branding and guest loyalty

eHotelier

Web-based guest apps for enhanced hotel branding and guest loyalty - Insights Let's explore how modern hoteliers can use digital tools to sustain their competitiveness and provide exceptional experiences to their guests.

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Australia’s top young chefs prepare for the 2024 Culinary Olympics

Hospitality Magazine

Held every four years, the renowned culinary arts competition the IKA/Culinary Olympics will be held in Germany’s Stuttgart next February. Eight of Australia’s top young chefs are currently preparing for the competition which will see them compete against professionals from 67 countries. The team which is currently ranked an impressive seventh in the world is made up of young chefs under the age of 25 who also participated in the Nestlé Golden Chef’s Hat Award.

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Aqua-Aston Hospitality Senior Manager of Business Development appointment (Amanda Garziano)

eHotelier

Aqua-Aston Hospitality, announces Amanda Garziano’s appointment to senior manager of business development for the brand’s condominium hotel and vacation rental operations. Celebrating a 75-year legacy in hospitality, the company holds significant expertise in the vacation rental space and now manages nearly 2,400 vacation homes in Hawaii. Vacation rental units have continued to rise in popularity across the Hawaiian Islands – accounting for 19 percent of all accommodations in the destination and

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Crafting a Luxury Sleep Experience at the Equinox Hotel New York

Hospitality Net

Does the guarantee of a good night’s sleep influence a guest’s hotel choice? We say unquestionably yes. With the rise of sleep tourism where millions of people are starting to prioritize getting a solid seven hours rest when traveling, hotels all over the world are responding in kind with newfangled or upgraded sleep programs.

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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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Mews appoints Daniel Ahremark as its new Chief Financial Officer

eHotelier

Mews, has announced the appointment of Daniel Ahremark as its new Chief Financial Officer. This comes in a year of substantial growth at Mews that saw almost 40% customer growth in 2023, following a Series C investment of $185 million in 2022.

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Choice Hotels completes Radisson Hotels Americas integration just 16 months after acquisition

eHotelier

Choice Hotels International, Inc. announced today that it has completed the integration of the Radisson Hotels Americas business, transitioning nearly 600 hotels to Choice's world-class franchise success system and digital platforms.

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CoStar Group’s SHARE Center crowns winners of five Student Market Study Competitions

Hospitality Net

In its continued support of hospitality, tourism and real estate education around the world, CoStar Group’s SHARE Center held five student market competitions in October and November 2023.

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CapitaLand Ascott Trust divests three hotels in Japan for JPY10.7 billion

eHotelier

CapitaLand Ascott Trust (CLAS) is divesting three hotels in Osaka, Japan to an unrelated third party for a total of JPY10.7 billion (S$99.8 million). The three properties are Hotel WBF Honmachi, Hotel WBF Kitasemba East and Hotel WBF Kitasemba West.

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STR Weekly Insights: 3-9 December 2023

Hospitality Net

U.S. hotel occupancy reached 58.7%, up 4.5 percentage points (ppts) compared to the prior week as holiday leisure travel kicked in along with the return of end-of-year business and convention travel. Occupancy, however, was down 0.7 ppts versus last year. Average daily rate (ADR) increased 4.5% year over year (YoY), resulting in a 3.3% increase in revenue per available room (RevPAR).

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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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Maestro PMS Partners with Hotel Mogel Consulting to ensure client success through process innovation

eHotelier

Maestro PMS has partnered with Hotel Mogel Consulting Ltd. to externally evaluate hotel operations and ensure that owners are getting the most out of their technologies to maximize team productivity. As part of its core commitment to customer service and helping its clients succeed on all fronts, this partnership represents yet another way that Maestro continues to be a leader in hotel technology.

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THE POWER OF AGELESSNESS

Mary Gostelow

Oh the power of today, right now, but some things go on forever. Dr Iwan Dietschi, SVP Hospitality of MGM China, oversees two up-to-2024-date properties in Macau, and they are spot-on. In the main atrium of MGM Grand Cotai, for instance, lifesize dolphins float through the air, drone-controlled. How up to the minute is that? No, Dr D does not always dress as if he’s in an Upstairs Downstairs saga (he is, in fact, Dr Hotelier, the name he uses when dispensing advice to the industry).

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IHG Hotels & Resorts opens its first Hotel Indigo in Malaysia

eHotelier

IHG Hotels & Resorts celebrates its 150th Hotel Indigo globally with the opening of Hotel Indigo Kuala Lumpur on the Park, marking the brand’s debut in Malaysia.

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Hospitality Financial Leadership - Explaining Accounting

Hospitality Net

No one can explain accounting.

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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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Eigen Payments and Shiji announce partnership to offer secure integrated payments for the hospitality market

eHotelier

Eigen Payments and Shiji have announced a strategic partnership to offer a suite of payment solutions for the hospitality market in the USA and Canada.

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6 Hotel Website Design Templates That Can Drive More Bookings

eZee Absolute

Having an online presence can make or break a hotel. Research shows that over 82% of hotel bookings happened either via websites or hotel apps. Up to 90% of travellers will use online resources to research a hotel or destination before booking. Hotels no longer have a choice when it comes to having a website. But, there are some critical considerations to have in mind when designing one.

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BASQ House to open in Byron Bay

eHotelier

Located in idyllic Byron Bay, and on Bundjalung Country, Basq House is a 32-room boutique hotel set to open in Autumn 2024.

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The First Mondrian in Greater China is Now Open, Offering Hospitality with Art and Soul. Inspired. By People

Hospitality Net

Celebrating the opening of Mondrian Hong Kong with ’First Look’ cultural immersion packages, Single Parent Staycations to give back to some of Hong Kong’s most deserving families, inspiring art, culture, cuisine and design. Join the agents of change as the lifestyle hotel takes a giant leap forward.

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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