Hospitality Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has made surprise inspections at Hobart and Melbourne restaurants and cafes over the past week. In Melbourne, the FWO and the Australian Border Force (ABF) united to make surprise inspections at restaurants, cafes, and various other retail businesses employing migrant workers. The on-the-ground inspections targeted employers of people on sponsored Temporary Skills Shortage visas.

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Soft Inn

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

If you operate a hotel in Perak, Malaysia, understanding the Local Service Charge (LSC) is essential for compliance and smooth business operations. This charge, which applies to accommodations in specific municipal areas, directly impacts pricing, guest invoices, and financial planning. In this guide, we will break down what the Perak Local Service Charge is, how it applies to hotels, and the necessary steps to ensure compliance.

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eHotelier

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

As technology continues to evolve, the integration of AI will unlock even more possibilities to ensure that the future of travel is smarter, more sustainable, and highly personalized.

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Hospitality Net

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The Compton, a new independent lifestyle hotel, will open its doors in late fall 2025, bringing a new dimension of hospitality to the heart of Bentonville. The 142-room hotel will pay homage to Dr. Neil Compton, a renowned conservationist who played a pivotal role in preserving the Buffalo River by designating it as the first National River. The project is being developed by Blue Crane, a local company dedicated to vibrant, community-focused development throughout Northwest Arkansas.

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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eHotelier

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The Wellness & Sustainability Panel at the 2024 Cayuga Annual Conference explored the intersection of wellness and sustainability in the hospitality industry.

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Revenue Hub

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The hotel industry is continuing to undergo a transformation in 2025, driven by advances in technology, evolving guest expectations, and the growing demand for sustainable practices. NB: This is an article from Atomize , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Revenue management, a critical pillar of the hospitality business, is a crucial technology to utilize for success.

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Lodging Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

MCLEAN, VirginiaHilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. reported its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results. Highlights include: Overview Christopher J. Nassetta, president and CEO of Hilton, said, “We are pleased to report a strong fourth quarter, with both top and bottom line results exceeding our expectations. All segments drove RevPAR outperformance, with strong trends in leisure occupancy, as well as continued growth in business transient and group results, and we expect favorable trends to

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Revenue Hub

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Lets talk SEO for hotels a topic thats as electrifying as watching someone clean their coin collection. NB: This is an article from three&six , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date If youre a hotelier, youve probably been pitched every SEO service under the sun, from superior meta tag optimization to cutting-edge schema markup (which **spoiler alert** barely matters anymore).

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Hospitality Net

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

As the year 2025 unfolds, the business events sectorencompassing corporate travel, conferences, and other significant gatheringsfinds itself at a critical juncture. The global imperative to address climate change and social equity has shifted market dynamics, compelling hotels and venues to provide ever more detailed sustainability data in response to corporate Requests for Proposals (RFPs).

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Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Revenue Hub

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Spring is a key revenue period, andnow is the ideal time to analyze early booking data and optimize your pricing strategy. NB: This is an article from Smartpricing , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Getting started early gives you the time to fix potential issues, promote special packages, and create targeted offers,making your property more attractiveto travelers.

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Hotel properties struggled under rising costs that outpaced revenue growth in 2024, challenging economic growth and job creation. Despite these issues, potential lies ahead, driven by key trends in guest spending; shifting traveler behaviors; and upcoming major sports and entertainment events, according to the 2025 State of the Industry report from the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA),produced in collaboration with Accenture.

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Lodging Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

AI is transforming entire industries and sectors, and the hotel industry is no different. With the potential to revolutionize how hotels operate and interact with guests, AI offers unprecedented opportunities for efficiency, personalization, and innovation. As we look ahead to the rest of 2025, were going to see AI being implemented in a variety of ways, ultimately improving operational efficiencies while delivering a new level of guest experience and helping hotel owners stay competitive in [&#

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. reported systemwide comparable RevPAR increased 3.5% and 2.7% for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2023, exceeding the high end of guidance. Net income was $505 million for the fourth quarter and $1.539 billion for the full year, also exceeding the high end of guidance. “We are pleased to report a strong fourth quarter, with both top and bottom line results exceeding our expectations,” said Christop

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Lodging Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

RICHMOND, VirginiaSandpiper, LLC announced the acquisition of the Extended Stay America (ESA) Premier Suites in Bradenton, Florida. The North PortSarasotaBradenton MSA, just south of Tampa, is one of Sandpipers highest conviction markets. Opened recently in January, the hotel has 124 rooms, all offering a kitchen with WiFi and breakfast served daily.

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation entered into an agreement with Mint Developers , in partnership with AD1 , to build The James Hotel & Residences Downtown Miami, an $850 million development that is expected to open in January 2028. The new 82-story supertall tower, expected to be the tallest in the Miami skyline, will feature approximately 336 fully furnished and decorated residences inspired by top designers, a spa, private cabanas with plunge pools and unobstructed views of Miami,

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Hotel Owner

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Hilton has revealed that it posted net income of $1.54bn (1.24bn) in the year ended 31 December 2024, exceeding the high-end of its full-year guidance. Alongside this, the company posted adjusted EBITDA of $3.43bn (2.77bn) also exceeding the high end of its guidance. In Q4 alone Hilton posted a net income of $505m (408m) and an adjusted EBITDA of $858m (693m).

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Lodging Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

AURORA, ColoradoGaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center announced the completion of Phase Two of its multi-year enhancement plan with the debut of Garden + Grain, Copper Table, and the reimagined Old Hickory Steakhouse Bar in November 2024. These new dining outlets represent the final elements of an investment that has updated the culinary and guest experience for the resort and convention center.

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Christina Trauthwein , VP, content & partnerships, Hotel Business , sits down with Mike Garcia , president, Matthews Hospitality , to talk about the company’s rebranding from Matthews Southwest, new hotel developments and more. The post HB on the Scene: Matthews Hospitality’s Garcia talks about company’s rebranding appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.

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Lodging Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

WASHINGTONThe U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStars latest data through Feb. 1, 2025. U.S. Hotel Performance January 26-February 1, 2025 Percentage change from comparable week in 2024 Occupancy: 56.5 percent (up 2.3 percent) ADR: $150.25 (up 1.8 percent) RevPAR: $84.90 (up 4.1 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, Minneapolis reported the largest increases in occupancy (up 13.6 percent to 47.4 percent) and RevPAR (up 16.7 percent to $56.67).

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Hospitality Net

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

In a landmark move set to boost the hospitality landscape of Madinah, Saudi Arabia, Radisson Hotel Group is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Knowledge Economic City (KEC), one of Saudi Arabias premier Master Developers, to introduce two new Park Inn by Radisson hotels in the heart of Madinah. The two Park Inn by Radisson properties at Islamic World District (IWD), Knowledge Economic City, will include 733 keys in total: 587 hotel rooms and 146 serviced apartments.

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Lodging Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

PLANO, TexasEnseo announced Brian Gurleys promotion as CEO. Gurley will guide Enseos vision and direction as the company executes its growth strategy, focused on solutions to meet the needs of its customers. Gurley joined Enseo in 2022 as the chief financial officer, shaping priorities and refining focus, including the launch of Enseos hardware-agnostic software platform and build-out of its customer support offering.

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Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Technology services provider Enseo has promoted Brian Gurley to CEO. He joined the company in 2022 as CFO. He will guide the companys vision and strategic direction as it executes its growth strategy, focused on solutions to meet the needs of its customers, building brand goodwill and improving hotel ROI by elevating and personalizing the guest experience.

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MEWS

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

What is hotel management software? Hotel management software (HMS) is designed to simplify and centralize daily operations for hoteliers. It automates core tasks such as room bookings, payments, inventory management, guest services, and staff scheduling - freeing up time for teams to focus on true hospitality.

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eHotelier

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Naturally lush island resortAmilla Maldiveshas earned further industry-leading recognition for its continued commitment to sustainability,

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Hospitality Net

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Hotel properties struggled under rising costs that outpaced revenue growth in 2024, challenging economic growth and job creation. Despite these issues, potential lies ahead, driven by key trends in guest spending, shifting traveler behaviors, and upcoming major sports and entertainment events, according to the American Hotel & Lodging Associations (AHLA) 2025 State of the Industry report produced in collaboration with AHLA Silver Partner Accenture.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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