Hospitality Magazine

JULY 26, 2023

Chef Colin Fassnidge is teaming up with Sydney venue The Doss House to celebrate all things Guinness and oysters for one weekend this August. The festival is the brainchild of Doss House Owner Ciara Doran, Fassnidge, and Fishtales’ John Susman, and will see different food activations held across The Doss House’s sandstone courtyards including an East 33 oyster station, a pig on a spit, and a stall with colannon (mashed potato) turnovers and beef and Guinness pies.

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JULY 26, 2023

In today’s highly competitive hospitality industry, effective destination marketing plays a crucial role in attracting guests to hotels. With the rise of online travel platforms and social media, hotels must employ strategic marketing tactics to stand out from the crowd. This blog post will provide valuable tips and insights for hotels to enhance their destination marketing efforts and entice travelers to choose their hotel for a memorable stay.

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JULY 26, 2023

Can you believe the 2023 Hospitality Leaders Summit is this Monday? Neither can we, so it’s your last chance to get your hands on tickets to the industry’s much-anticipated event. Don’t miss out on the chance to join the country’s leading industry figures for a day of practical advice and insights to help your business grow. The full-day program will host discussions and panels on topics that matter including staffing, employment law, sustainability, the rise of technolog

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eHotelier

JULY 26, 2023

In this episode, Jennifer Klar discusses Six Senses’ industry-leading approach to wellness and sustainability.

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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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Hospitality Magazine

JULY 26, 2023

Global business platform Xero has released its latest data as part of the Xero Small Business Index that covers statistics from February to June 2023. The Xero Small Business Index averaged 120 points in the first five months of this year, which is above the last result of 112 that was revealed at the end of 2022. The data has been calculated from aggregated and anonymised transactions from hundreds of thousands of small businesses across the country.

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Hospitality Magazine

JULY 26, 2023

Melbourne’s St. Ali has opened a day-to-night concept in the Queen Victoria Market. St. Ali & The Queen is located in the new Munro development and is described as a European-style concept serving specialty coffee, cocktails, and a market-focused food menu. “Coffee brands and cafés have a hard time transitioning from day to night, and very few venues have managed to do it well so for us, The Queen is a physical manifestation of our desire to get into the night life environment,”

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eHotelier

JULY 26, 2023

TriO Capital, the investment and asset management business of independent lifestyle hotel group Ovolo, is preparing to sell one of its boutique designer hotels in Sydney in a move to recycle capital to fund the group’s continued growth and expansion.

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Hospitality Magazine

JULY 26, 2023

The gilda is a classic Basque pintxos that comprises three ingredients: Guindilla peppers, an anchovy, and an olive skewered together. The savoury snack first appeared in the 1940s at Bar Casa Valles in San Sebastian, Spain, which is one of the earliest and most influential pintxos bars in the area. While the origin location is widely accepted, there is debate around exactly who created the first gilda.

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eHotelier

JULY 26, 2023

S Hotels and Resorts PCL, a leading hospitality investment and management company and the hospitality arm of Singha Estate PLC (SET: S) has started to write a historic new chapter as it aims to exceed THB 10 billion in revenue for the first time in 2023 – an increase of around 20% compared to last year’s impressive figure of THB 8.7 billion.

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JULY 26, 2023

In today's ever-evolving economic climate, characterized by escalating retail prices and a limited number of desirable properties, restaurants face a significant challenge in finding suitable locations that align with their criteria. Creating a specialized real estate strategy has become more essential than ever for brands. Small Footprint Model Papa Johns has effectively navigated the real estate market by embracing innovative design strategies and maximizing the flexibility of its floor pl

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eHotelier

JULY 26, 2023

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, is proud to introduce voco Zeal Exeter Science Park in partnership with Zeal Hotels – the first lifecycle net zero carbon hotel for both businesses.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 26, 2023

The Radical, a bold, daring new boutique hotel is set to join the River Arts District this fall. Now accepting reservations for stays as of October 8, 2023, The Radical transforms a once abandoned 1920s’ warehouse into Asheville’s newest destination, introducing 70 unmistakable guest rooms and suites alongside ambitiously original culinary concepts.

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eHotelier

JULY 26, 2023

S Hotels and Resorts PCL, the global hospitality company from Singha Estate PCL, has announced that SO/ Maldives – the third resort at CROSSROADS Maldives, the world-class integrated leisure destination which comprises nine idyllic islands in the Indian Ocean – will open its doors in November 2023, marking the start of a new era of fashion-led five-star hospitality in this idyllic archipelago.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 26, 2023

JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of JW Marriott Dallas Arts District, marking the brand’s highly anticipated debut at the epicenter of the robust cultural arts scene in Dallas, Texas. Located within walkable blocks from the Dallas Museum of Art, Nasher Sculpture Center, Crow Museum of Asian Art, Meyerson Symphony Center, Moody Performance Hall, and the Winspear Opera House, the first JW Marriott hotel in Dallas

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eHotelier

JULY 26, 2023

Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort is pleased to announce the appointment of Gary Farstad as General Manager. Farstad will manage an incredible team of associates, be responsible for the resort’s daily operations to ensure an excellent guest experience, and a superior hotel offering.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 26, 2023

Aloft Santa Clara, located at the America Center complex in San Jose, California, announces the completion of a multi-million dollar renovation. Every element of the hotel was updated in both the guestrooms and public space, including new furniture, carpeting, paint, wall coverings, window treatments and signage.

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eHotelier

JULY 26, 2023

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation, today announced Jason Marino has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective September 30. He will succeed Anthony "Tony" Terry, who announced his intent to retire from the Company earlier this year.

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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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JULY 26, 2023

TROY, Michigan—With average U.S. hotel occupancy on track to reach 63.8 percent in 2023, just shy of the pre-pandemic level of 65.9 percent, business and leisure travelers are packing into hotels throughout North America for a second consecutive year. Hotels have risen to the challenge by ratcheting up staffing and doubling down on customer service.

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Hotel Owner

JULY 26, 2023

IHG Hotels and Resorts has partnered with Zeal Hotels to deliver Voco Zeal Exeter Science Park, the first lifecycle net zero carbon hotel for both businesses, in 2024. This follows the signing of a landmark exclusivity agreement between IHG and Zeal, which was revealed at the International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF) in Berlin this May. Voco Zeal Exeter Science Park has been designed to align with the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Framework Definition of the UK Green Building Council, the members

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Hotel Business

JULY 26, 2023

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. , for the second quarter ended June 30, reported net income of $413 million, exceeding the high end of guidance. The company has also raised its full-year outlook. “System-wide comparable RevPAR continued to expand throughout the quarter, experiencing growth across all of our customer segments and regions, driven by strong preference for our brands,” said Chris Nassetta, president/CEO, Hilton. “Our top-line performance yielded meaningful bottom-li

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Hotel Owner

JULY 26, 2023

The five star Fairmont St Andrews resort has opened the doors to two exclusive Manor Homes in partnership with interior designer Russell Sage. The recently renovated Manor Homes offer bespoke residential retreats tailored for a “home from home” getaway. The first one, Queenask, is purposed for luxury family escapes, while the second, Kingask, is designed for elegant social gatherings.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 26, 2023

Mountain Lodge Telluride, a full-service resort in the San Juan Mountain range of Colorado, has selected Tambourine, an award-winning hotel marketing firm, to lead their digital storytelling by creating an engaging dual-story website design, beautiful organic social media, and captivating paid media campaigns.

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Hotel Owner

JULY 26, 2023

Britain has lost roughly one in 18 of its licensed premises, which makes up 5,736 hotels, pubs, restaurants, bars and cafes, in the last 12 months, according to the new Hospitality Market Monitor from CGA by NIQ and AlixPartners. The current closure rate means that about 5% of the market is closing annually and that since March 2020, the market has seen close to 15,000 outlets close, as measured by on-premise licences.

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Hotel Business

JULY 26, 2023

Shiny , a provider of associate engagement and retention services, has released its inaugural report on tipping for the hospitality industry. Entitled “Tipping and Beyond: Data-Driven Tactics to Address Hospitality Staffing Challenges ,” the report draws on 2023 sources to both provide insights and solutions to vexing labor shortage issues. “Even before the pandemic, the three top issues most affecting hotels were labor acquisition, labor productivity and labor retention,” said Rebecca Robinson,

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Hotel Owner

JULY 26, 2023

The Montenotte, Cork’s urban resort and hotel, has unveiled a new brand identity, featuring a new logo, tagline, bespoke illustrations and a jackalope motif across the property, its website and social channels. The hotel said the rebrand aims to capture Montenotte’s “eclectic personality and charm”. The new logo maintains the block lettering of the previous logo, whilst transitioning to a new typeset.

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