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Hotel guestroom redesign to help insomnia sufferers

eHotelier

Guests are willing to pay extra for some form of guarantee that they will get a good night’s sleep. This is a huge opportunity for hotels to boost rate and carve out new product categories.

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Front desk upsell automation | Mews webinar recap

MEWS

Hotel upselling is one of hospitality’s hottest topics. And with good reason – upsells drive more revenue and TRevPAR, motivate staff and personalize the guest experience. Our recent research shows that the number of guests upgrading during online check-in has almost doubled since last year, earning hoteliers an average of €30 for each upgraded reservation, with breakfast being the biggest upsell.

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Michael Rodriguez appointed Food & Beverage Manager at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita in Nayarit

eHotelier

Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, a beloved five-star resort nestled along Mexico's Pacific coast, announces the appointment of Michael Rodriguez as new food and beverage director. With a dynamic career spanning more than a decade in the luxury hospitality industry, Rodriguez brings a wealth of experience, coming off back-to-back new hotel openings and a renovation.

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Meet the People Keeping Queer Bars Safe

EATER

With gender-affirming ID checks and de-escalation tactics that avoid police intervention, these individuals are reshaping nightlife security to better serve the LGBTQ+ community.

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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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Nils-Arne Schroeder appointed SVP Operations, Middle East & Asia at Fairmont in Singapore

eHotelier

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, a global leader in luxury hospitality, is delighted to announce the appointment of Nils-Arne Schroeder as the Senior Vice President of Operations for the Asia Pacific and Middle East regions.

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Ayatana opens at Dusit Thani Kyoto

eHotelier

Dusit Thani Kyoto, a new luxury hotel managed by Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, officially celebrated its grand opening on 1 September unveiling Dusit’s unique brand of Thai-inspired gracious hospitality and a range of exciting dining and wellness experiences – including the hotel’s signature fine-dining restaurant, Ayatana.

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Mastering Hotel Compset Analysis to drive growth with a Competitive Edge

Hotelogix

As with any other industry, conducting a competitive set analysis is crucial in the hospitality industry. This involves comprehending and assessing the products and services offered by your competitors to compare them with your own offerings. By doing so, you can make informed strategic decisions. To get a clear picture of your hotel compset analysis, you need to start with the following steps: Define your goals for competition, such as attracting more guests or increasing prices for greater rev

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Romer Waikiki at The Ambassador opens its doors

eHotelier

While there are many ways to experience Oahu, the heart and soul of the island is uncovered by the boots-on-the-ground insights, experiences and insider knowledge that only true neighborhood natives can provide. The antidote to ordinary Oahu itineraries, Romer Waikiki at the Ambassador opened its doors yesterday, October 1, following a full top-to-bottom, multi-million-dollar reimagination.

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Knowland and Amadeus Report Q3 2023 Hospitality Group and Business Performance Index

Lodging Magazine

ARLINGTON, Virginia—Knowland and Amadeus presented the metrics from the companies’ Hospitality Group and Business Performance Index. The third quarter of this year shows the top 25 U.S. markets have recovered 99.1 percent for group business compared to the same time in 2019. Group bookings are calculated using occupancy and average daily rate (ADR).

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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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Centara Reserve Samui wins prestigious Hotel Design of the Year 2023 Accolade

eHotelier

Centara Reserve Samui is delighted to announce it has been awarded Hotel Design of the Year 2023 at the Destination Deluxe Awards. This distinguished accolade underscores the resort’s dedication to innovative architectural and interior design, seamlessly blending luxury with nature.

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Staying on Top of FDD Requirements for Risk and Insurance

Modern Restaurant Management

It’s hard to escape the continuing boom in restaurant franchises. Quick-serve brands are leading the trend, and not just for restaurants, but for franchises overall. But it’s not just newbies to franchising – or restaurant franchises themselves, for that matter – that need to stay on top of the management intricacies that characterize the business.

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Press Release BPN Solutions & Saba Hospitalty

eHotelier

SABA Hospitality Technology Solutions, a leader in digital guest engagement solutions, and BPN Solutions, a groundbreaking digital Hotel Operations Platform, announced the successful integration of their solutions. Integrating the two technologies allows in-room guests to make requests through SABA Hospitality’s interactive guest services platform, and for those requests to be automatically forwarded to the relevant resolver department Hotel services, amenities, maintenance, as well as Housekeep

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Four New Sonesta Simply Suites Locations Open

Lodging Magazine

NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the grand openings of four new Sonesta Simply Suites locations: “The addition of four new Sonesta Simply Suites hotels in four new destinations underscores the demand for extended stay hotel options,” said Keith Pierce, EVP and president franchise and development, Sonesta. “With these hotels, Sonesta has opened over 20 hotels this year.

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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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Leonel Domingues, Co-founder and CTO at Nonius, appointed to the HTNG Vendor Advisory Council

eHotelier

Nonius Co-founder and CTO, Leonel Domingues, has been selected for a seat on the esteemed HTNG Vendor Advisory Council (VAC). With a longstanding involvement in HTNG, Nonius reaffirms its dedication to hospitality tech.

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Three Key Practices for a Strong Loyalty Program

Lodging Magazine

Today’s traveler has an abundance of lodging choices. With customer loyalty playing an integral role in a hotel’s operations, getting it right can mean all the difference, especially for smaller, boutique brands. When successful, a loyalty program can bring a steady source of referrals, continued stays, and increased spending at the property over time, among other advantages.

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Cloudbeds proprietary payment solution expands to more than 36 countries

eHotelier

The fully integrated Cloudbeds proprietary payment solution drives efficiencies in operational costs and mitigates risk of payment fraud in hospitality industry

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Booking.com shares 2024 travel predictions

Hotel Business

As 2023 enters its final months and 2024 optimistically appears on the horizon, numbness and detachment loom as a result of the perma-crisis, including increased cost-of-living and climate change concerns. People around the world have emotionally checked out of the news agenda and events at home in order to take a much-needed breather. Whereas in years past travel has been a means to escape life, Booking.com has released research that shows that travel is life in 2024 with more than three quarte

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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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2024 Budget Planning: What Is Top of Mind for Hotel Owners & Operators?

eHotelier

Budget season is upon us, and around the world hotel owners and operators are buried deep in data trying to come up with 2024 performance numbers.

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Booking.com Shares its Seven Predictions for Travel in 2024

Hospitality Net

As 2023 enters its final months and 2024 optimistically appears on the horizon, numbness and detachment loom as a result of the perma-crisis, including increased cost-of-living and climate change concerns. People around the world have emotionally checked out of the news agenda and events at home in order to take a much-needed breather.

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How Beyoncé and Harry Styles boosted the UK hotel industry

Hotel Owner

Last year was a year of recovery for the hotel sector following the pandemic and 2023 has been no different. Data from CoStar shows that the hotel sector saw an average RevPAR increase of 10% in the summer mostly driven by the returning international demand and big events. This year Britain has seen some huge events, from Eurovision and The Open Championship in Liverpool to mega tours from artists such as Beyonce, Harry Styles and Arctic Monkeys.

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Cloudbeds Expands Proprietary Payment Solution to More Than 36 Countries

Hospitality Net

San Cloudbeds, the hospitality management platform powering more reservations and happier guests for lodging businesses around the globe, today announced the expansion of its in-platform payment processing solution, Cloudbeds Payments, to 36 countries globally, allowing tens of thousands of hoteliers to reduce operating costs associated with payment fraud, chargebacks, manual reconciliation, and human error.

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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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How Customer Data Can Boost Your Hotel Marketing Strategy

Revenue Hub

Guest wants and needs are everchanging, and adapting quickly to market demands and changes is crucial for today’s hotel marketers. NB: This is an article from Hotelchamp On top of that, in this digital age, it never hurts to be more data-driven in your overall business strategy. Leveraging customer data – collecting, analysing, and applying it – enables your hotel to tailor marketing efforts, effectively reaching your target audience and enhancing the guest experience.

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Angelenos Protecting Hospitality Launches Campaign Against Ballot Initiative that would Force Hotels to House Homeless People Next to Paying Guests

Hospitality Net

Today, Angelenos Protecting Hospitality (APH) officially launched. APH is the lead group that will work with Los Angeles voters and stakeholders to defeat a ballot initiative that would force all hotels in the city to house homeless people next to paying guests.

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Anglesey’s Valley Hotel brought to market for £1.25m

Hotel Owner

The Valley Hotel in Holyhead on the Isle of Anglesey in Wales has been brought to market with a guide price of £1.25m. This recently refurbished property combines letting bedrooms with a wedding and function trade along with an indoor and outdoor bar and an informal dining area. Anglesey Inns have owned and operated the hotel for 30 years, having acquired the site from Burtonwood Brewery back in 1993.

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Sustainable Hospitality Alliance Mobilises Global Industry Leaders to Achieve Net Positive Hospitality: A Resounding Call to Action

Hospitality Net

The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance’s global summit concluded with a resounding commitment to propel the Pathway to Net Positive Hospitality as part of its 5-year strategy. Convening world-leading hotel brands, suppliers, and partner organisations participants united to accelerate aligned action, recognising the pressing need for progress from both a people and planet perspective.

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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.