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Corporate wellness as a next big profit center with TheLifeCo

eHotelier

Here's how to make wellness work for corporate events and retreats, both to improve the effectiveness of those meetings for attendees as well as to activate a new revenue stream for your hotel.

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The planning of the Maybe Cocktail Festival

Hospitality Magazine

16 bars, 10 countries, eight nights — aka the Maybe Cocktail Festival. This month, the crème de la crème of the bartending world travelled to Sydney to take part in an inaugural event spearheaded by The Maybe Group, the force behind the Best Bar in Australasia Maybe Sammy as well as Dean & Nancy on 22, Sammy Junior and newcomer El Primo Sanchez.

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Why prioritising welfare is key to sustainable meetings and events

Boutique Hotel News

Kerrin MacPhie, chief executive of the Meetings Industry Association (mia), emphasises the need for greater attention and focus on welfare in sustainable business meetings and events. In the business meetings and events industry, the focus on sustainability has increased intensely over the past couple of years. Nine in 10 organisations (91 per cent) now list sustainability as a key part of their business strategy, and almost three quarters (73 per cent) have measurable targets in place, accordi

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How Generative AI Can Help Your Marketing Efforts (Infographic)

Modern Restaurant Management

Just like a great restaurant that remembers your favorite order before you even sit down, what if artificial intelligence could do the very same thing? Artificial intelligence, in particular generative artificial intelligence, has been changing the game lately, especially in the field of marketing. Learn how your restaurant can benefit from this form of the future of generative AI in marketing in the Infographic below.

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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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How to manage a boutique hotel | Tips and best practices

MEWS

The secret of boutique hotel management is about providing customers that added value that they are looking for when they choose to stay at a smaller property. You want to give guests a reason to choose your hotel over the competition. Small, luxury or “boutique” should mean more personal, more unique amenities, and better service, in addition to providing a one-of-a-kind experience.

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The Hotels Network unveils new AI Assistant leveraging ChatGPT

eHotelier

The Hotels Network (THN) announced the release of their newest innovation, AI Assistant, the ultimate tool for hotel marketers. Hoteliers now have the ability to create personalized and engaging website messages easily and in just a matter of seconds.

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Indonesian sandwich joint Warkop to open in Melbourne

Hospitality Magazine

It will be the second Warkop venue for owners Barry Susanto (ex-Navi sous chef) and Erwin Chandra after their first opening in 2021 in Richmond. Located on Little Collins Street in the heart of the Melbourne CBD, the menu will feature an array of sandwiches the venue is known and loved for. The popular Shokupan bread sandwich with roast pork, sambul burrata and black garlic is set to star, along with the tempe and tofu focaccia with gado gado sauce.

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Peru puts sustainable tourism in the spotlight?

eHotelier

Peru is home to some of the world’s most unique and protected landmarks and landscapes and in a bid to preserve this pristine natural environment and promote sustainable travel, PROMPERÚ (the official tourism board of Peru) is urging travellers to consider its eco-friendly destinations, operators and experiences on their travels.

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What you need to know about guava

Hospitality Magazine

Origins Guava is part of the myrtle family Myrtaceae, which includes flowering plants and shrubs such as eucalyptus and pimenta (allspice). Due to its widespread cultivation through humans and animals, guava’s origins are not known, but it is thought to have roots in northern South America and Peru, where it was first domesticated. Now, the fruit is commonly grown in tropical and subtropical areas across the world, most notably in South America, India and Mexico.

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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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Radisson RED to arrive in Belgrade, Serbia

eHotelier

Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the debut of its bold and cutting-edge upscale Radisson RED brand in Serbia with the signing of Radisson RED Belgrade, set to open later this year. Located just minutes from the capital’s historic center, Radisson RED is the first Radisson RED branded hotel to be operated by PPHE Hotel Group’s Croatian subsidiary Arena Hospitality Group.

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15-venue food precinct opens in Circular Quay

Hospitality Magazine

Sydney’s latest food precinct is now in full swing, with 15 eateries opening their doors to the dining public. Sydney Place is a new food and lifestyle precinct from Lendlease and is home to a range of takeaway, casual and fine-dining venues that area located across multiple sites spanning hidden laneways and waterfront dining strips. The precinct encompasses: Ah Toy Lane: home to everyday dining concepts including Toastiesmith, Open Sesame, Dopa, Sushi Yuzen and C9 Gelato.

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Bournemouth disability training charity celebrates two wins at Hospitality industry national awards

eHotelier

Bournemouth-based disability training charity The CRUMBS Project (Crumbs), was recognised at the Springboard Awards for Excellence 2023, winning in both the ‘Diversity, Equality and Inclusion’, and the ‘Disability Confidence’ categories.

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Castlerock reveals expansion of Bobby brand across the US

Boutique Hotel News

US: Hotel developer Castlerock Asset Management has revealed plans to expand its independent hotel Bobby Nashville across multiple states in north America. Owned and managed by Castlerock Asset Management, Bobby Nashville marked the first hotel under the Bobby Hotels brand. The nine-storey property opened in 2018 and offers 144 rooms, multiple food and beverage outlets including a café and restaurant and bar, a rooftop venue and bar, meeting spaces and street-level retail.

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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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Hôtel Swexan announces celebrated Leadership Team

eHotelier

Set to open in the Summer of 2023, Hôtel Swexan, owned and operated by global Dallas-based real estate firm, Harwood International, is pleased to announce key appointments to its leadership team including General Manager, Julian Payne, Vice President of Operations, Ben Yoo and Executive Chef, Raymond Bocanegra. A family-owned, 134-room boutique concept, Hôtel Swexan’s leadership team is comprised of acclaimed industry veterans that will work together to introduce a new level of luxury to Dallas.

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The New Dining Habits of the Wealthy: How High-Income Households Are Cutting Back on Restaurant Spending

Modern Restaurant Management

In March, Revenue Management Solutions surveyed more than 800 restaurant-goers across the US to find out how they’re dining in 2023. While insightful, it wasn’t all great news. At a high level, the findings indicated that reported usage across restaurant segments and revenue channels has fallen compared to Q4 2022. The survey results were supported by performance.

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New Leadership appointments Usher in a New Chapter of Innovation at Jadranka Turizam

eHotelier

Jadranka Turizam, the renowned Croatian hospitality company operating brands Lošinj Hotels & Villas and Camping Cres & Lošinj, proudly announces the appointment of Martin van Kan as the CEO and Zoran Pejovic as the Chief Transformation Officer. This new chapter for Jadranka Turizam will focus on growth, innovation, and better positioning of the island of Lošinj and its hotels in the global market.

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Highland Coast Hotels reopens two sites after £1.8m refurb

Hotel Owner

Highland Coast Hotels has reopened the Plockton Inn and The Tongue Hotel following a £1.8m refurbishment. The two Highland hotels, both situated on the North Coast 500, are now welcoming overnight guests and diners after completing the “extensive” four-month refurbishment at both properties. Tongue Hotel, a former 19th Century sporting lodge, now offers 19 individually-styled guest rooms and a newly refurbished restaurant and bar, all overseen by general manager Marcel Wassen.

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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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Eid al-Fitr boosts hotel bookings in key Middle East markets

eHotelier

Key markets in the Middle East are showing a spike in hotel occupancy on the books during Eid al-Fitr, according to STR’s Forward STAR data.

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As airfares soar, train bookings rise

PhocusWire

Omio has compared its search and booking data from Q1 2019 with Q1 2023, finding a 20% increase in total train bookings and a 54% decrease in total flight bookings.

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Capsolve announces its Event Venue Marketplace Research

eHotelier

Event Venue Marketplaces enable venues to list their event space and distribute it within a searchable online directory

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Twenty Four Seven Hotels names corporate F&B director

Hotel Business

Twenty Four Seven Hotels, a third-party hospitality management company for premium-branded, select-service and lifestyle hotel segments in the western U.S., has named Dan Grunbeck corporate F&B director. In the newly created role, he will implement and lead strategic operations to enhance offerings and partner with hotels to create unique, market-based food and beverage concepts, as well as source quality products that adhere to brand standards.

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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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6 Best Practices to Keep Your Hotel Safe and Secure

Lodging Magazine

To maintain a secure and safe environment for guests and employees, general managers should establish a “culture of safety,” where all staff understand the importance of keeping guests and coworkers safe through attentiveness to any potential issues. This culture must extend through the entire organization, especially into HR and management, through open-door policies and proper de-escalation and crisis training.

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Industry veterans launch ARK Hospitality

Hotel Business

Former Aimbridge Hospitality executive Aaron Walker and Azim Saju , CEO/president, HDG Hotels , have combined their industry experience to create ARK Hospitality , a Dallas-based development and management company. “We’re committed to relationships, reputation and returns,” said Walker, ARK’s president/CEO, “which is why it was paramount to us that, ahead of launching, all systems be ready to support our owners and team members.

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4 Ways Restaurants Can Create Customer Engagement

Restaurant Engine

You can create customer engagement in many places, including the digital arena. Customer engagement is a term you hear a lot about these days. That’s because it’s one of the most critical marketing tactics you can utilize to grow your restaurant. In fact, one study shows that 80% of customers say the experiences they have with your business are as important to them as your food and services.

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Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square unveils Coronation offerings

Hotel Owner

The Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square has announced a “programme of festivities” for the summer in celebration of the Coronation of King Charles III. The hotel’s restaurants and bars will offer a range of dining experiences, including ‘Crown Jewels’ afternoon tea in Rotunda Lounge with the Crown Jewels, which will feature a selection of finger sandwiches, scones and pastries inspired by the treasures of the Tower of London and the upcoming Coronation.

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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.