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7 tips to build strong interpersonal relationships

eHotelier

Whether you're the life-of-the-party type, a bit reserved, or somewhere in between, these tips are your handy guide to building meaningful connections.

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Tech Meets Tannins: The Role of AI in Modern Event Planning

Modern Restaurant Management

The event planning industry is experiencing a significant transformation. This renaissance, characterized by a blend of tradition with technology, is reshaping the essence of wine selection, moving away from the notion that tech seeks to replace tradition. Instead, it introduces a narrative of harmonious enhancement, where data-driven precision and the sommelier's artistry converge, creating a personalized wine journey for every guest's palate.

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IHG hits 1,000 open hotels milestone in Asia Pacific

eHotelier

IHG Hotels & Resorts has reached 1,012 open hotels in Asia Pacific (APAC) – a major milestone for the global hospitality company as it accelerates its growth across the region.

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5 Best Technologies for Smart Hotels

MEWS

What are smart hotels? The term "smart" is now used in many industries to describe technology that acts smartly, like humans. In a smart hotel, technology is used to make things run smoother behind the scenes, like using automation or chatbots to speed up service. It also enhances guest experience during their stay.

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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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Valencia Albuquerque appointed Director of Residences at Four Seasons

eHotelier

Four Seasons Private Residences Bahrain Bay is preparing to open its doors and appoints Valencia Albuquerque as Director of Residences to oversee property management and resident experience, delivering Four Seasons legendary service to homeowners in Bahrain.

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Nader Neishabouri appointed General Manager at Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa

eHotelier

Jumeirah Group officially announced the appointment of Nader Neishabouri as General Manager of the Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa, Kuwait. Following an impressive three-month tenure as Hotel Manager, Neishabouri's appointment comes at a pivotal moment as he continues to build on the success of the property while continuing to deliver exceptional experiences to guests in Kuwait.

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Why Residential Door Locks Fall Short in Meeting the Security Requirements of Hotels and Airbnbs

Soft Inn

Exploring the security concerns surrounding the use of residential door locks in hotels and Airbnbs.

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Aleenta offers elevated wellbeing w/ signature Ayurah Wellness Centers

eHotelier

Aleenta Resorts encourages travelers to set out on an inner path to find their core wellbeing with Ayurah Wellness Retreats and customized programs in Thailand - Hua Hin-Pranburi, Chiang Mai and Phuket-Phang Nga.

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Voice Channel Resilience and Added Value for Upscale and Luxury Hotels

Larry Mogelonsky

As consultants, our niche is, per the title, upscale, premium, luxury and ultraluxury hotels and resorts, helping owners solve ‘strategic’ issues. We put this word in quotations because it means connecting the dots whichever way that is and taking an outsider’s perspective on how all operations or distinct data sets integrate for the greater whole, most often anchored around the goal of maximizing profitability.

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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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Hilton to acquire Graduate Hotels brand

eHotelier

Hilton today announced an agreement with Adventurous Journeys Capital Partners (“AJ Capital”) to acquire the fan-favorite Graduate Hotels® brand, adding a significant growth opportunity for the global hospitality leader in the fast-growing lifestyle hotel market.

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A Matter of Trust

Lodging Magazine

What initially inspired you to get into the hospitality business? My journey into the hospitality business was somewhat accidental, sparked by my graduate thesis on Canadian Travel Patterns. This research opportunity led to a role in industry research, which fueled my career path into hospitality consulting and then into brand marketing and commercial leadership.

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ESS Group selects Atomize RMS and initiates a technology innovation program

eHotelier

The recognized hospitality group, ESS Group, renowned for their distinguished destinations and resorts across 15 destinations and Atomize Revenue Management System are thrilled to announce a ground-breaking partnership.

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Hilton to Accelerate Expansion in Lifestyle Category With Addition of Graduate Hotels

Lodging Magazine

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced an agreement with Adventurous Journeys Capital Partners (“AJ Capital”) to acquire the fan-favorite Graduate Hotels® brand, adding a significant growth opportunity for the global hospitality leader in the fast-growing lifestyle hotel market. Hilton will pay $210 million to acquire all rights to the Graduate brand worldwide, enter into franchise agreements for all existing and signed pipeline Graduate Hotels, and become responsible for the brand’s future developm

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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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Quest Yelverton Kalgoorlie Hotel set to change hands

eHotelier

Local vendors have listed the Quest Yelverton Kalgoorlie Hotel for sale with a price expectation of circa $7 million, on the back of record gold prices.

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California Lodging Investment Conference [CLIC] Hosts Seventh Annual Event

Hospitality Net

Officials of the California Lodging Investment Conference [CLIC], the only hospitality conference focused on the California hotel market, today announced the successful completion of its seventh annual event held at the Westin South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, Calif. With nearly 300 attendees, the conference included an opening reception for all attendees and a series of networking events and expert panels discussing the state of the California hotel industry followed by the post-conference netwo

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Hilton to acquire Graduate Hotels for $210M

Hotel Business

Hilton has signed an agreement with Adventurous Journeys Capital Partners (AJ Capital) to acquire the Graduate Hotels brand, adding a significant growth opportunity in the lifestyle hotel market. Hilton will pay $210 million to acquire all rights to the Graduate brand worldwide; enter into franchise agreements for all existing and signed pipeline Graduate Hotels; and become responsible for the brand’s future development and growth.

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Breaking Barriers: Sustainable Hospitality Challenge 2024 Unleashes Innovation Worldwide

Hospitality Net

Amidst record-breaking participation from over 70 universities worldwide, the Sustainable Hospitality Challenge (SHC) by Hotelschool The Hague launches its 10th edition, signaling a new era of sustainable hospitality.

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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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What are Google’s Organic Hotel Booking Links?

Revenue Hub

In March 2021, the search engine Giant Google introduced organic booking links to help hoteliers connect with potential guests directly through their search results. By providing prices and availability, hotels now can appear in the hotel booking module for free, along with paid hotel ads. NB: This is an article from Bookboost Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Furthermore, Google assured that those who paid for Google Ads will not be prioritized over those who don’t.

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Jeddah Historic District, ‘Al Balad’ Launches First Three Heritage Hotels with UNESCO World Heritage Status

Hospitality Net

Jeddah Historic District today launches the restoration and regeneration of three historic properties in Al Balad into heritage hotels, an area of great historical and cultural significance on the West Coast of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with UNESCO heritage protection. The hotels are part of Jeddah Historic District Program, under the Ministry of Culture, which has paved the way in the regeneration of the old town of Al Balad.

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How to Improve Your Hotel Website in 4 Simple Steps

Revenue Hub

Many hoteliers are willing to spend significant amounts on marketing campaigns, flashy advertising, meta search engines, and more, when in reality the first thing to invest in is essentially their own “home”, aka their website. And honestly, not even needing too much investment. NB: This is an article from Direct Your Bookings Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Why is this so important?

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Hilton to Accelerate Expansion in Fast-Growing Lifestyle Category with Addition of Graduate Hotels to Global Brand Portfolio

Hospitality Net

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced an agreement with Adventurous Journeys Capital Partners (“AJ Capital”) to acquire the fan-favorite Graduate Hotels® brand, adding a significant growth opportunity for the global hospitality leader in the fast-growing lifestyle hotel market.

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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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90 % Zeitersparnis: Wie die numa Group SiteMinder für einen effizienten Online-Vertrieb nutzt

SiteMinder

Ein vollständig digitalisiertes Reise- und Serviceerlebnis. Innovative Design-Apartments und Boutique-Studios in Europas Top-Städten. Ein skalierbares Geschäftsmodell, das immer neue Partner und Investoren anlockt. Diese Faktoren haben seit der Gründung 2018 maßgeblich zum Wachstum der numa Group beigetragen. Heute betreibt das Berliner Start-up europaweit schon knapp 80 Apartmenthäuser und hat weitere spannende Projekte in der Pipeline.

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Generative AI Agents Promise to be a Boon for Hotel Operations

Hospitality Net

As of now, the common sentiment around Generative AI (genAI) and the use of large language models (LLMs) or generative pre-trained transformers (GPTs) for hospitality is centered around chatbots and their ability to answer guest inquiries and, in some cases, complete standard room reservations. While we all inherently grasp that there are applications far more advanced than these already-advanced functionalities, standing above the rest are the AI agents that can be trained to perform specific a

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Understanding Guests Reason to Stay will Help Maximize Revenue

Revenue Hub

shift in consumer behaviors may lead some hoteliers to believe there are blurred lines within customer segmentation and that categories no longer serve a clear purpose. A group of hospitality experts, however, say that’s not the case. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date The traditional breakdown is business and leisure, which is further broken down into transient, corporate negotiated, group, wholesale and other.

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Hospitality organizations and resources for diversity, equity & inclusion

Hospitality Net

Previously, we published the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Defined article by Gissell Moronta, which gave you an understanding of the terminology and why DEI is important.

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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.