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What really matters to travel industry insiders when making 2024 travel plans?

eHotelier

Spending more, booking earlier, lost luggage fears and delayed revenge travel are some of the insights provided by Sabre’s global workforce in a recent survey about 2024 travel planning.

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How F&B Companies Can Mitigate Some of the Industry’s Biggest Risks

Modern Restaurant Management

Already one of the largest sectors of the global economy, the food and beverage industry shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, according to the Business Research Company’s 2023 Food and Beverages Global Market Report, the global industry’s market size grew over 7.3 percent from $6,729.54 billion in 2022 to $7,221.73 billion in 2023 in one year alone.

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How to Schedule Employees Effectively in 9 Steps

7 Shifts

A restaurant’s schedule is its framework for success. It’s the key to creating a consistent experience every day, week, and month of the year — the essential structure for the restaurant’s operations. Getting it right is critical for sustained success in the restaurant industry. But it isn’t simple. Effective employee scheduling means finding the right mix of shifts and shift types for your business.

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WTTC and Biosphere join to standardise International Hotel Sustainability

eHotelier

In a joint effort to promote sustainability in the Travel & Tourism sector, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Biosphere have inked a partnership to promote sustainability criteria in the hotel industry under the Hotel Sustainability Basics initiative.

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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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ALIS Panel Brings Diverse Segments of Travel Together to Discuss Challenges, Solutions

Lodging Magazine

LODGING is live from ALIS 2024, brought to you by Choice Hotels. Access more of our live coverage here. The keynote panel at ALIS brought together executives from a variety of different segments of the travel industry to address some of the current trends and potential challenges to further growth and a key focus of the discussion was leisure and international travel.

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Expert Insights on the RBI/Carrols Deal

Modern Restaurant Management

The new year has just begun and already there’s a big deal in the restaurant industry as Restaurant Brands International Inc., parent company of Burger Kings inked an estimated $1 billion deal to acquire Carrols Restaurant Group, the largest Burger King franchisee in the United States, operating 1,022 restaurants in 23 states. The transaction is part of Burger King's Reclaim the Flame plan to accelerate sales growth and drive franchisee profitability.

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The Hotels Network Is Redefining Direct Channel Traffic Acquisition With Predictive Audiences

eHotelier

The Hotels Network (THN), a direct growth platform for hotels, has launched Predictive Audiences to boost Return On Advertising Spend (ROAS) for hoteliers. Powered by AI and hospitality-specific algorithms, this innovative tool makes it possible to optimize retargeting campaigns, effectively bringing high-value users back to the hotel’s website. Predictive Audiences is redefining traffic acquisition by empowering hotels to fine-tune retargeting campaign bidding for guests that are more likely to

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Grab-and-Go Success: Five Questions for Hoteliers to Consider

Lodging Magazine

Food and beverage expenses are on the rise, and it’s prompting hoteliers to rethink their strategies. An STR analysis published in LODGING found that heightened labor costs along with other F&B expenses cut into hotel profit margins in 2023. This reality has prompted operators to scale back some services and invest in new solutions, according to an October 2023 CBRE analysis for LODGING.

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North America Hotels Leveraging Maestro PMS’s Revolutionary GuestXMS Features to Improve Communication and Boost Guest Engagement

eHotelier

Maestro PMS, continues to help elevate hotel operations through expanded communications provided by its Guest Experience Management solution, or GuestXMS. This complete, seamless engagement hub provides hotels with two-way SMS communication between staff and guests, along with expanded internal communication capabilities for hotel operators.

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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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I Am So Tired of Hearing About Everybody’s Gut Health

EATER

Shutterstock Brands are more willing to talk about our gas and bad poops than ever, and it’s getting a little uncomfortable Instagram is a minefield for many reasons, but the thing I find myself most frequently having to dodge at the moment is poop. I could chalk it up to the fact that the app’s algorithm knows I’m a 36-year-old woman whose digestive system is becoming increasingly fragile, but I’m not the only one who’s seeing this constant glut of ads, sponsored content, and memes all centered

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Radisson Hotel Group signs first Radisson RED hotel in Berlin

eHotelier

Radisson Hotel Group announces the signing of Radisson RED Berlin Kudamm, the Group’s first bold and cutting-edge upscale Radisson RED property in Germany’s capital, set to open in late spring 2024.

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HB on the Scene: Leaders discuss state of travel at ALIS

Hotel Business

While the uncharacteristic L.A. rain put a damper on the usually boisterous outdoor meeting area, the first day of the 2024 edition of the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS), held at the JW Marriott/Ritz-Carlton Los Angeles L.A. Live, featured several insights and a mostly cautiously optimistic crowd. During the “State of the Industry” session, moderated by Geoff Freeman , president/CEO, U.S.

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Megan Ferguson appointed Director of Sales and Marketing at The Ritz-Carlton Central Park, New York

eHotelier

The Ritz-Carlton Central Park, New York - the iconic property located in Midtown Manhattan - is delighted to announce the appointment of Megan Ferguson as their new Director of Sales and Marketing. Stepping into the role from 22 January 2024, Megan brings over two decades of experience in ultra-luxury hospitality to this position.

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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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LE: Dallas leads U.S. hotel construction pipeline

Hotel Business

In the ever-changing landscape of the U.S. hospitality industry, the Q4 2023 U.S. Construction Pipeline Trend Report by Lodging Econometrics (LE) sheds light on dynamic trends across key markets. Dallas emerges as a powerhouse, leading the nation with a record-breaking 193 projects/22,291 rooms, signifying the city’s robust growth and confidence in the hospitality sector.

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Justin Kam named Corporate Director of Insurance at Outrigger Hospitality Group

eHotelier

OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group announced Justin Kam corporate director of insurance with oversight of the insurance placement and enterprise risk management for its owned and managed properties, including global properties and affiliated entities within the company structure. Kam will be involved in OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group’s development efforts with insurance planning and placement during the due diligence.

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RREAF, Innisfree to develop Margaritaville resort in Texas

Hotel Business

RREAF Holdings LLC has partnered with developer/operator Innisfree Hotels to develop Margaritaville Beach Resort Galveston in Galveston, TX. The deal totals just over $250 million and, once complete, the resort will occupy 300,000 sq. ft. The property will feature 334 rooms and include offerings such as a 2.5-acre water park overlooking the beach, a ballroom and direct beach access.

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International Tourism to reach pre-pandemic levels in 2024

eHotelier

According to the first UNWTO World Tourism Barometer of the year, international tourism ended 2023 at 88% of pre-pandemic levels, with an estimated 1.3 billion international arrivals. The unleashing of remaining pent-up demand, increased air connectivity, and a stronger recovery of Asian markets and destinations, are expected to underpin a full recovery by the end of 2024.

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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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Welcome to ALIS 2024

Lodging Magazine

LODGING is live from ALIS 2024, brought to you by Choice Hotels. Access more of our live coverage here. Once again, LODGING is live at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS). For 2024, hundreds of attendees congregated for the first day of the show, which was filled with opportunities to network with colleagues and learn about industry updates through educational and general sessions.

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Massachusetts Hotel unveils name change and rebranding

eHotelier

The Southbridge, Massachusetts-based Southbridge Hotel & Conference Center has completed a name change and rebranding to the historically rich Wellsworth Hotel.

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Saudi’s Boutique Group to transform Jeddah’s Al Hamra Palace into ultra-luxury hotel

Hospitality Net

Boutique Group has partnered with the international architecture design firm, OBMI, and the renowned French interior designer Jacques Garcia for the transformation of historic and cultural palaces into ultra-luxury boutique hotels.

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Where to Buy Bonbons for Valentine’s Day

EATER

Cacao and Cardamom’s Baker’s Dozen Valentine’s Day gift box. | Cacao and Cardamom 13 chocolate shops where you can find the best Valentine’s Day gift there is I am an avowed supporter of Valentine’s Day — not because I have a particularly rosy-eyed view of love and friendships, although I’m also pro those things. But I’m really here for the chocolate, which on Valentine’s Day, deservedly takes pride of place, conversation hearts and flower arrangements notwithstanding.

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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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Hyatt Continues Strategic Brand Expansion in Europe, Africa and the Middle East Marked by Lifestyle & All-Inclusive Hotel Openings

Hospitality Net

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) highlighted today Hyatt’s expected growth trajectory for 2024 and beyond, across Europe, Africa and the Middle East (EAME), underscored by a record year of deal signings in 2023. Hyatt’s commitment to be the preferred brand for guests, customers and owners has resulted in a record pipeline of 127,000 rooms worldwide as of year-end 2023, with key markets including Spain, the United Kingdom, Italy, Portugal, and Greece.

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8 Best Hotel eCommerce Strategies

Revenue Hub

Hotel eCommerce refers to commercial transactions that are conducted electronically over the Internet. In the hotel industry, we typically talk about hotel booking engines rather than eCommerce, but if you sell your services online, it’s technically eCommerce. NB: This is an article from Mews Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Typical eCommerce includes online travel agents and agencies, booking engines, metasearch engines, and other third-party sites selling hotel ro

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A World of Unparalleled Hospitality Awaits: Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay is Now Open

Hospitality Net

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts today announced the opening of the highly anticipated Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay. With an ideal location close to the city centre and key attractions, the property epitomizes modern luxury - offering elegant furnishings, a range of culinary options, a four-floor wellness experience and seamless, personalized service.

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The Importance of Top-Level KPIs vs Deep Dive Analysis

Revenue Hub

In the dynamic landscape of Hospitality Business Strategy, the significance of data-driven decision-making is paramount. On one side of the spectrum are top-level Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and on the other, deep-dive analytics. NB: This is an article from Juyo Analytics , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Though distinct in their approach, both play pivotal roles in steering business success.

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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.