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Inside a Chef-Designer Collab

Modern Restaurant Management

A restaurant’s design is a guest’s first impression, setting the stage for the experience to come. When creating an elevated dining space, it’s critical for there to be a meeting of the minds between the chef and designer that culminates in a setting that is reflective of the chef’s vision and taste. Hospitality designer Beatrice Girelli, co-founder and design director of Indidesign, recently conceptualized The Desmond, headed by Executive Chef Jason Neroni, at the all-ne

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Fusion Hotel Group reveals HIIVE brand debut in Vietnam

Boutique Hotel News

Vietnam: Wellness hospitality company Fusion Hotel Group has announced three openings over the next 12 months, including the brand launch of HIIVE in Binh Duong. Fusion Hotel Group manages 22 properties throughout Vietnam and Thailand across nine brands. HIIVE, designed for the business traveller, is set to debut in Binh Duong in Vietnam and marks the first of the three upcoming openings.

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Drawn to the Excitement

Lodging Magazine

What initially inspired you to get into the hospitality business? There is no greater industry than hospitality. It inspires people and every imaginable aspect of life occurs in hotels and within travel. Babies are born in hotels and people get married in hotels. There’s the joy and the passion and everything that goes along with the travel of individuals and families.

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Accessible travel company Wheel the World raises $6m

Boutique Hotel News

Worldwide: Accessible travel company Wheel the World has closed a $6 million funding round and announced two new booking tool features. The funding round was led by Kayak Ventures with participation from Detroit Venture Partners, REI Co-op Path Ahead Ventures, former Booking.com CEO Gillian Tans, Dadneo, CLIN Fund, Amarena and WeBoost. Following the capital raise, Wheel the World has introduced a price match offer from booking platforms such as Booking.com and Expedia, as well as providing guara

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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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Marriott gets approval to complete City Express acquisition

Hotel Business

Marriott International Inc. has received approval from Mexico’s Federal Economic Competition Commission (COFECE) for the acquisition of the City Express brand portfolio from Hoteles City Express S.A.B. de C.V., paving the way for the company’s entry into the affordable midscale segment. Marriott expects that the transaction, originally announced in October 2022 , could close in the second quarter, subject to the satisfaction of other customary closing conditions.

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Spire Hospitality: Aspiring to Grow

Lodging Magazine

With the transition of a handful of properties throughout the past year, including three select-service hotels within the last month, Spire Hospitality continues to expand and broaden the makeup of its management portfolio. The Irving, Texas-based company—founded in 1986 and previously known as Lane Hospitality—manages a diverse portfolio of some 34 full-service, select-service, lifestyle, and condo hotels for a host of owners, primarily its parent company, AWH Partners, LLC.

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Redesign Evokes History and Change: The Lobby at The Darwin Hotel

Guides: Lodging Magazine

In December 2022, Hospitality Ventures Management Group added the 111-room Darwin Hotel to its portfolio and oversaw a complete rebranding and renovation of the former independent hotel. Along with eight individually themed suites, the hotel features a unique lobby that commemorates Atlanta’s culture, featuring art, crafts, and locally roasted coffee and pastry.

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Travelport adds corporate booking technology with acquisition of Deem

PhocusWire

Deem will maintain its existing integrations with other global distribution systems, including Sabre and Amadeus, while Travelport will continue to support third-party booking solutions such as Concur and Serko.

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Why Yes, You Can Waffle That

EATER

People on social media are sticking everything from hot dogs to chicken teriyaki in their waffle irons The sushi waffle is neither sushi nor waffle, really. The Instagram recipe , from Recipes by Anne, involves crisping sushi rice in a waffle iron and topping it with raw salmon, avocado, Sriracha, and mayo. Maybe it’s more like fusion pizza, as if Wolfgang Puck was really trying to revamp the IHOP.

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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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Get Spring Break Ready at Your Hotel

Revenue Hub

It is almost that time of year when travelers set their sights on their spring break destination and set off for a week of fun in the sun. NB: This is an article from Travel Media Group These guests expect a high-quality vacation that helps them relieve some stress and feel rejuvenated. Many of these ‘spring breakers’ are already in the pre-booking stage of the traveler’s journey and may be researching your hotel as we speak.

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My Vintage Pizza Hut Pan Lets Me Live Out All My Book It! Fantasies

EATER

With a vintage Pizza Hut pan, you can make your very own personal pan pizza. This one, though, is from D.C. restaurant Tigerella. | Tigerella/Eater All you need to make your very own personal pan pizza is the pan itself Like any vaguely nerdy child of the ’80s and ’90s, I was obsessed with Book It!, the pro-reading promotional program run by Pizza Hut back in the day.

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5 Reasons Hotels Should Engage With Their Local Community

Revenue Hub

The travel booking process has traditionally been fairly straightforward: deciding on a location, evaluating accommodation and travel options, making your decision, and then booking. NB: This is an article from Hotelchamp However, as travellers’ behaviour changed and the pool of choices grew, the booking process became a bit more complex. In 2022, a whopping two-thirds of travellers thought about sustainability and the environmental impact of their travels.

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Wheel the World lands $6M to boost accessibility in travel

PhocusWire

Founded in 2018, the San Francisco-based startup plans to expand its listings with the goal of having 12,000 travelers book through its platform by December 2024.

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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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EMEA Hoteliers: How Did Your Hotel Guest Feedback Compare?

Revenue Hub

Our annual benchmark report recently went live. And this year, it’s packaged in an entirely new format that includes an analysis of more than 655 million emails and more than 30 million guest reviews from 2022. NB: This is an article from Revinate Now that we’ve reviewed the data, we’re ready to bring you actionable insights to boost your direct revenue and provide excellent guest experiences.

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STR: U.S. Hotel Performance Fell From the Previous Week

Lodging Magazine

HENDERSONVILLE, Tennessee—U.S. hotel performance fell from the previous week, according to STR’s latest data through March 4, 2023. U.S. Hotel Performance February 26-March 4, 2023 Percentage change from comparable weeks in 2022, 2019: Occupancy: 62.8 percent (up 3.0 percent, down 5.6 percent)ADR: $151.35 (up 8.9 percent, up 14.1 percent)RevPAR: $95.06 (up 12.1 percent, up 7.7 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, Detroit saw the highest occupancy increase over 2019 (up 5.0 percent to 63.2 pe

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What Guest Reviews Tell Us About Travel Recovery in 2022?

Revenue Hub

As hospitality entered a new era of travel, we witnessed a continuous and encouraging recovery in 2022. NB: This is an article from TrustYou With travel restrictions being relaxed or even lifted completely, the pandemic was no longer a primary concern when planning and heading into a trip, at least in most regions. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Where exactly are we in terms of global recovery?

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Advocates push for bold steps to more diverse hotel leaders

PhocusWire

Wyndham, Marriott, Hyatt and others take steps, but advocates say more may be needed to improve diversity among hotel owners.

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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.

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‘Top Chef’ Contestants Speak Out on How Bravo Handled Austin Chef Gabe Erales’s Controversial Win

EATER

Photo by: David Moir/Bravo/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images [link]

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Beyond Green Adds Five New Member Properties to Sustainable Portfolio

Travel Pulse Hotels

Beyond Green adds five new properties to its sustainable luxury portfolio.

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TASTE TANTILISERS

Mary Gostelow

Yes she’s there, Girlahead peeps through the greenery in the lush kitchen garden at THE BRANDO, in French Polynesia. There’s produce aplenty, home-grown. And now there will be even more exciting cuisine, thanks to the new partnership between the resort and Jean Imbert, Michelin star of HOTEL PLAZA ATHENEE, Paris. He’s taking over the resort’s food, and, as in Paris, Rémi Tessier, will design the main restaurant.

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What gym equipment should you include in your hotel?

Hotel Owner

Earlier this year , the Celtic Manor resort in Wales completed a £600k refurbishment of its gym, including the purchase of state-of-the-art technology. Gyms are a vital way to enhance the guest experience and allow guests to unwind and take care of their body and mind.When it comes to selecting gym equipment for your hotel, it’s important to consider the needs and preferences of your guests, as well as the available space and budget.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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LivAway suites breaks ground in Nashville

Serviced Apartments

US: LivAway suites officially broke ground on its first location in Smyrna, a suburb of Nashville. The company hopes to attract extended-stay guests who will be providing services in Rutherford County and the surrounding areas once the site opens in May 2024. It plans to open other sites in locations in 2023 such as Salt Lake City, Seattle, Tampa, Austin, Pheonix, Denver and Charlotte.

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How to get the best out of my hotel staff during busy periods

Hotel Owner

Any hotel owner knows how busy certain periods of the year are for the industry. And if your hotel is located in a popular holiday location, it probably happens more than once or twice a year. So if you ever wondered how to deliver good customer service even during those busy times, here’s eight ways to do so. Provide clear expectations Clear communication is essential for managing staff during busy periods.

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STR: U.S. hotel results for week ending March 4

Hotel Business

U.S. hotel performance fell from the previous week, according to STR ‘s latest data through March 4. Feb. 26 through March 4 (percentage change from comparable weeks in 2022, 2019): Occupancy: 62.8% (+3.0%, -5.6%) ADR: $151.35 (+8.9%, +14.1%) RevPAR: $95.06 (+12.1%, +7.7%) Among the top 25 markets, Detroit saw the highest occupancy increase over 2019 (+5.0% to 63.2%), while Washington, DC, was up the most from last year (+23.6% to 64.1%).

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How to sell your hotel

Hotel Owner

Establish a realistic selling price Setting a realistic selling price is crucial to attracting potential buyers and generating interest in your hotel. This may involve working with a qualified appraiser or business broker to determine a fair market value for your hotel based on its location, size, condition, and financial performance. For example, if your hotel is located in a prime tourist destination with high demand and strong financial performance, you may be able to set a higher selling pri

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Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition

Speaker: Lauren Fernandez - CEO & Founder, Full Course

Companies all over the world, including Marriot International and Hilton Worldwide, are aware of the value of including DEI in their talent acquisition strategy. However, despite these initiatives, there is still plenty that the hospitality sector can do to promote DEI. When comparing the hospitality industries in India, Iraq, the UK, and the US, you will see that there is a consistent underrepresentation of persons from different ethnic, gender, and disability origins across all levels of the i