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How to migrate your PMS with confidence: a guide to going live with Mews

MEWS

Traditional wisdom will tell you that switching your hotel’s Property Management System (PMS) is about the most painful thing a hotelier can do. Your team is busy. Your property never closes. And the system you’re replacing is tightly woven into the fabric of your day-to-day operations.

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Harmony of the Seas Suffers Overnight Power Outage and Propulsion Issues

Cruise Hive

A few days after some minor electrical issues caused a firewall to go down, the 226,963-gross-ton Harmony of the Seas began having power outages. The power began shutting off in different parts of the ship in the early morning hours of July 4, 2025, prompting the captain to begin making emergency announcements about the situation. “We are in a safe situation, the weather is great,” the captain shared. “We are currently working on restoring all electrical systems for the propulsion.”

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The Wait is Over: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa Opens with Legendary Guitar Smash and Star-Studded Celebration

Hospitality Net

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa officially opened its doors today with a signature guitar smash, marking the arrival of Canada’s first fully integrated Hard Rock resort, a bold new destination where entertainment, hospitality, and music take center stage.

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Norwegian Cruise Line Cancels Over 40 Sailings Due to Redeployment

Cruise Hive

Sometimes, early birds get the worm, but sometimes, early planning results in frustration. Travel agents have been the first to be notified that Norwegian Cruise Line will reposition two of its ships, cancelling 2026 and 2027 sailings for guests who thought they were scoring early-bird cruises. Beginning in November 2026 and continuing through March 2027, 21 Norwegian Breakaway and 20 Norwegian Prima cruises have been cancelled, impacting dozens of scheduled itineraries.

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From One Location to Many — Grow Smarter with Mitratech

Hospitality and food & beverage businesses—especially those managing multiple locations—are under pressure to grow quickly while staying compliant with evolving labor laws and industry regulations. High turnover, time-consuming onboarding, and regulatory risk can strain even the most efficient operations. That’s where this free solutions guide can help.

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11 Best Lake Garda Hotels, From Restored Monasteries to Glossy Villas

CN Traveler

Luxurious escapes around Italy's largest lake.

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Expert Partner Hotel Tech Updates – June 2025

Revenue Hub

Here is the round up of investment, acquisitions, product launches and strategic partnerships during the month of June for our Hotel Technology Expert Partners berner+becker , chatlyn , Cogwheel , mirai , The Hotels Network and Cloudbeds Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date berner+becker form strategic partnership with IDeaS to elevate revenue management for German hotels IDeaS , a SAS company and the world’s leading provider of hospitality revenue management software and servi

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The Three Shifts Shaping the Future of Hotel Content

Revenue Hub

Content goes beyond campaigns. For hotels, content drives strategy. This shift continues to grow. Guest search behavior is changing. Media habits are evolving. Decisions begin long before anyone clicks “book.” NB: This is an article from Curacity Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date The future of content already shapes how hotels win attention.

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Royal Caribbean Ship Angers Mayor After Cruise Limits Begin

Cruise Hive

It’s not every day you see a mayor take to the seas to challenge a massive cruise ship. But a new video has surfaced showing just that off the coast of France. Christian Estrosi, major of Nice, France, and president of the Nice-Côte d’Azur Metropolis, boarded a police boat on July 3, 2025, to confront the captain of Royal Caribbean’s 137,276-gross-ton Voyager of the Seas.

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Expert Partner Hotel Success Stories – June 2025

Revenue Hub

Here is the round up of Hotel Success Stories from our Expert Partners during June, touching on revenue, bookings and guest experience. Atomize , Hotellistat , Cloudbeds and SiteMinder Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Hotel Sct Thomas Boosts Revenue 29% with Atomize Hotel Sct Thomas is a 72-room hotel located in a charming early-1900s building in the heart of Copenhagen.

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I’ve Spent Years Cruising, But Still Waiting for a Lazy River at Sea

Cruise Hive

Lazy rivers can be found in resorts around the world, and cruise ships are like a luxury resort at sea. But while modern cruise ships are more innovative than ever, they aren’t ready for lazy rivers just yet. Even so, I know I certainly have noticed their absence after embarking on sailings across five different cruise lines. Despite cruising most of my life, I still really want one!

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From Curiosity to Competitive Edge: How Mid-Market CEOs Are Using AI to Scale Smarter

Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage

This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.

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How to Manage OTA Bookings and Commissions Profitably

Revenue Hub

Listing your property on online travel agency (OTA) channels increases visibility and revenue – but it comes at a cost. And if you’re managing OTA bookings manually, it can cost you even more. NB: This is an article from WebRezPro Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Manually consolidating data between your property management system (PMS) and OTA channels is inefficient and prone to error.

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No 4th of July Feast? Carnival Guest Left Disappointed by Dining Menu

Cruise Hive

While millions of people across the United States celebrate Independence Day with special barbecues, treats, and holiday meals, guests aboard Carnival Cruise Line ships won’t be having a special menu to mark the occasion. One guest aboard Carnival Conquest is upset at the lack of a special menu, though the cruise line has offered themed holiday meals in the past, including for Valentine’s Day, St.

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Shrinking Booking Windows: 5 Strategies to Future Proof

Revenue Hub

The world economy continues to serve up dishes we would all prefer to send back. Marriott CEO Anthony Capuano told Skift recently that booking windows are now typically “sub-three weeks,” meaning under 21 days. NB: This is an article from Cendyn Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date This reflects the ongoing popularity of last-minute bookings and may indicate an even tighter window than that experienced during the post-pandemic period.

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Floor Bleeker on the Rise of AI Agents, Robotics, and the Future Tech Stack of Hospitality

Hospitality Net

At HITEC 2025 in Indianapolis, we sat down with Floor Bleeker, a well-known voice in hospitality technology, to explore the future of AI in the industry. The conversation quickly moved from generative AI to autonomous agents, robotics, and the potential disruption of long-standing tech systems. Drawing from his corporate background and current advisory work, Floor offered a clear-eyed view of how fast things are evolving, and what it could mean for hoteliers, vendors, and guests.

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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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fidelis hospitality enhances guest experience and operational efficiencies with SIHOT solutions

Luxury Hospitality Magazine

SIHOT delivers integrated digital infrastructure to achieve ongoing operational and commercial excellence fidelis hospitality, an owner-managed hotel group operating branded properties across Germany, has successfully transformed its operations using SIHOT’s portfolio of hospitality management solutions. SIHOT, one of the leading hotel management systems, has delivered a fully integrated tech stack for fidelis to implement back-office and customer-facing digital solutions with ease and convenien

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IHCL Announces the Signing of a Vivanta Hotel in Anjuna, Goa

Hospitality Net

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a new hotel in Anjuna, Goa. This greenfield project will be branded as Vivanta.

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Low-Flying Navy Plane Causes Carnival Passengers to Panic

Cruise Hive

It’s a bird, it’s a plane — no, really, it was a plane flying so close to a cruise ship that passengers freaked out! In June of 2025, a P-8 Poseidon aircraft was cruising at a low altitude over the ocean when it flew past the 71,909-gross-ton Carnival Elation. This caused guests to panic as they were unsure if the plane was crashing or if the ship was in any danger of being struck by the aircraft.

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Wynn Al Marjan Island Debuts Enclave: A Destination Within a Destination

Hospitality Net

Wynn Al Marjan Island, slated to open in early 2027 in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, has released the first details and images of Enclave - a new hallmark of Wynn’s platinum-standard hospitality with bespoke service, extraordinary amenities, and lavish accommodations high above the grandeur of the greater Wynn Al Marjan Island resort. Designed as an exceptionally rarefied address, Enclave is defined by its exclusivity and intimacy, with an elevated focus on privacy and intuitive service

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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JdV by Hyatt hotel brand debuts in the Caribbean

Hotel Management Network

Hyatt Hotels has marked the debut of its JdV brand in the Caribbean with the opening of Royal Beach Hotel Punta Cana. The post JdV by Hyatt hotel brand debuts in the Caribbean appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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Marriott Bonvoy Debuts First All-Inclusive in Los Cabos with Conversion of Autograph Collection’s Hacienda del Mar

Hospitality Net

Marriott Bonvoy proudly announces the debut of its first all-inclusive resort in Los Cabos, Mexico’s Premier Pacific Destination, with the relaunch of Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos, an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort. Operating under Autograph Collection, one of the more than 30 hotel global brands part of the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, the iconic beachfront property will offer an all-inclusive experience that blends authentic Mexican heritage with the elevated standards of Marriott’s glo

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New Fairfield by Marriott hotel construction in UK secures approval

Hotel Management Network

The construction of a Fairfield by Marriott hotel in England is set to begin this autumn following the receipt of Reserved Matters approval. The post New Fairfield by Marriott hotel construction in UK secures approval appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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Annua Signature Hotels Expands to Mallorca with the Opening of Son Xotano

Hospitality Net

After the celebrated openings of César Lanzarote, Amagatay, and Morvedra Nou in Menorca, Annua Signature Hotels announces its latest chapter: Son Xotano, a Provençal-inspired estate retreat opening 1st August in the heart of rural Mallorca. Located in the peaceful inland village of Sencelles, the hotel marks Annua’s first property on the island and continues the brand’s commitment to offering deeply rooted, design-led experiences across the Mediterranean.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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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Waldorf Astoria enters Finland with Helsinki hotel

Hotel Management Network

Hilton has entered an agreement to rebrand The Hotel Maria in Helsinki as Waldorf Astoria Helsinki, marking the brand's debut in Finland. The post Waldorf Astoria enters Finland with Helsinki hotel appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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Five Smart Strategies to Future-Proof Your Hotel against Shrinking Booking Windows

Hospitality Net

The world economy continues to serve up dishes we would all prefer to send back. Marriott CEO Anthony Capuano told Skift recently that booking windows are now typically “sub-three weeks,” meaning under 21 days. This reflects the ongoing popularity of last-minute bookings and may indicate an even tighter window than that experienced during the post-pandemic period.

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DUBLIN – 5

Mary Gostelow

Tableside food only works when the operator is someone who looks good, is confident, has pizazz and style, and serves well. Certainly, that was the situation at Wilde in The Westbury, Dublin. There were two ladies working there, and the one who served Girlahead’s table – above – knew exactly what she was doing. Wilde is a most beautiful restaurant, with arches and hanging from the ceiling flowers (artificial, but looking jolly real).

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Whitbread’s Thrive programme sets national example for inclusive employment

Hospitality Net

Whitbread, the UK’s largest hospitality company and owner of Premier Inn, has expanded its Thrive programme—a pioneering, employer-led initiative supporting young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) into work—into the Liverpool City Region.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

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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DSH Hotel Advisors marks third hotel sale in Jacksonville market, US

Hotel Management Network

US-based hotel brokerage and advisory firm DSH Hotel Advisors has facilitated the sale of the Candlewood Suites in Jacksonville, Florida, US. The post DSH Hotel Advisors marks third hotel sale in Jacksonville market, US appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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The Rebirth of an Iconic Venue: the Historic Royal Bell Reopens as Bromley’s New Multi-Purpose Venue with Co-Working, Private Members’ Club & Boutique Hotel

Hospitality Net

This Autumn, something truly special returns to the heart of Bromley. After years of silence — and more than £10 mthe Grade II-listed Royal Bell is reopening: restored, reimagined, and ready to begin its next chapter as a boutique hotel, a welcoming community hub, a dynamic dining and entertainment destination with a private members’ club and co-working space.

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From fringe to freshers: how Edinburgh shapes the hospitality workforce

Hotel Owner

Edinburgh’s hospitality industry is unlike any other. It thrives year-round, adapting to waves of festivalgoers, business travellers, sports fans and winter tourists. The city’s footfall makes it a high pressure environment for hospitality professionals, offering an immersive learning experience that accelerates skills development in a way few other locations can match.

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European Tourism Holds Steady in Q2 2025, Driven by Resilient Consumer Demand and Global Interest

Hospitality Net

Europe’s tourism sector maintained a solid performance in Q2 2025, highlighting its resilience amid ongoing economic pressures and geopolitical uncertainty. According to the European Travel Commission’s latest report, “European Tourism: Trends & Prospects”, international tourist arrivals rose moderately by 3.3% compared to the same period in 2024. Meanwhile, nights spent fell slightly by 0.7% — a decline likely driven by calendar effects, including the shift of Easter to late April and changes t

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.