Hotelogix

APRIL 11, 2025

​In today's rapidly evolving hospitality landscape, integrating technology into hotel operations has become essential. However, relying solely on technological advancements without emphasizing human interaction and operational excellence can lead to impersonal guest experiences. This blog explores the balance between technology and human touch, highlighting the importance of operational excellence and showcasing how Hotelogix's features can bridge this gap effectively.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2025

Despite economic concerns, diners consistently demonstrate a commitment to supporting restaurants, according to TouchBistro's 2025 American Diner Trends Report. “This enduring customer loyalty drives the restaurant industry forward, creating clear opportunities for restaurants to enhance the dining experience through strategic limited time offers, efficient delivery and exceptional in-person service," said Samir Zabaneh, CEO of TouchBistro.

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Hotelogix

APRIL 11, 2025

In today’s rapidly evolving hospitality landscape, choosing the right Point of Sale (POS) system is more crucial than ever for hotels. Recent market research indicates that the global hotel POS terminal market is set to reach a staggering $4.8 billion by 2028 , growing at a CAGR of 8.1% from 2023 to 2028. This growth underscores the increasing importance of robust POS solutions in the hotel industry.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 11, 2025

Airbnb hosts play a vital role in local economies around the world, welcoming billions of guests, helping big cities and small communities benefit from big events, and dispersing travel outside of traditional tourism hubs. Critically, hosts and the guests they welcome support communities by generating an influx of tourism taxes for local governments at a time when jurisdictions are facing budget shortfalls.

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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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Hotelogix

APRIL 11, 2025

Let’s be honest, the hospitality industry has come a long way in recent years, but there’s still room for improvement when it comes to accessibility. We’ve all heard stories of travelers struggling to find suitable accommodations that cater to their unique needs. It’s time we take a real close look at how accessible hotel rooms are revolutionizing the travel experience for everyone.

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Revenue Hub

APRIL 11, 2025

The way hotels sell their rooms has come a long way. From basic reservation systems to sophisticated guest preference tracking, to the rise of OTAs, and the subsequent shift towards a direct-first mindset amongst independent hoteliers, the industry has continuously evolved to keep up with technology and ever-changing consumer trends. NB: This is an article from Guestcentric Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Now, the question is: whats next?

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Hotelogix

APRIL 11, 2025

Did you know that hotel taxes contribute billions of dollars annually to local economies, funding everything from infrastructure projects to tourism promotion? For travelers, these taxes can significantly impact the overall cost of a stay, while for hoteliers, understanding and complying with these taxes is critical to avoid penalties. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore hotel taxes in depth, covering their definitions, types, calculations, and regulations worldwide.

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Hotel Business

APRIL 11, 2025

Terra and Turnberry , two South Florida real estate development firms, have secured $392 million in construction financing that will help advance the development of Grand Hyatt Miami Beach, an 800-room, 17-story property adjacent to the Miami Beach Convention Center. The financing was provided by TYKO Capital , a multibillion-dollar commercial real estate private equity and private credit investment management platform backed by Elliott Investment Management and led by Adi Chugh.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 11, 2025

When first-time hotelier John Cretton discovered an old agro-industrial site in a once-thriving Roman settlement, he saw an opportunity to create what he calls "a miraculous piece of architecture." His vision for Htel Borsari is to energize both guests and locals in Martigny, Switzerland. Opening April 2025, the hotel offers an analog retreat in a charming, relatively forgotten town nestled at the foot of the Swiss Alps, just 33 kilometers south of Montreux.

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EATER

APRIL 11, 2025

Kat Thompson The worlds favorite lazy egg remains unbothered This egg shortage has been difficult for me as someone who puts a fried egg on every meal and bakes a lot. A meal of eggs, rice, and soy sauce carried me through times when I couldnt afford much else, but now that Ive seen prices in Los Angeles skyrocket to $14 for a dozen, they feel less like part of the struggle meal and more like a luxury.

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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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Revenue Hub

APRIL 11, 2025

Summer is just around the corner and while lead times for bookings remain short, theres still plenty of opportunity to capture valuable business across the coming months. NB: This is an article from Net Affinity Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date With school breaks, long weekends and peak travel periods approaching, its the perfect time to ramp up your marketing efforts and get ahead of the competition.

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Lodging Magazine

APRIL 11, 2025

In February, Driftwood Capital launched its Driftwood Lifestyle & Luxury Division (DLLUX), enhancing management, investment, and development services and initiatives within the luxury, lifestyle, and branded residences sector. Since 2019, the firm has invested more than $2 billion in that sector with developments such as the Westin Resort & Spa Cocoa Beach, Dream Miami, Canopy by Hilton West Palm Beach, and Canopy by Hilton Tempe.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 11, 2025

North Point Hospitality, an Atlanta-based hotel development and management company, proudly announces the opening of the AC Hotel by Marriott Savannah Historic District, the latest addition to its portfolio. Situated along Savannahs iconic riverfront at 601 E River Street, this stylish new hotel offers sweeping views of the Savannah River, modern accommodations, and an inviting rooftop kitchen + bar serving handcrafted cocktails with panoramic views of the river.

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Revenue Hub

APRIL 11, 2025

Every hotelier dreams of high occupancy, steady revenue, and athriving business year-round. And if you ask, theyll all agree – demand generation is the key to success. NB: This is an article from Amadeus Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date But heres the catch: while its easy to talk about, not everyone truly understands what it means, let alone how to do it right.

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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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Hotel Business

APRIL 11, 2025

AAHOA has entered into a strategic partnership with Kalibri Labs , launching a nationwide investigation into the effects of recent federal policy changes and anticipated industry challenges. Early findings reveal a mixed outlook for the hospitality sector in 2025: While roughly one-third of U.S. hotel submarkets are currently outperforming 2024 benchmarks, a larger share is experiencing declinesparticularly in government and corporate segmentsraising early concerns about demand heading into the

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Lodging Magazine

APRIL 11, 2025

ARLINGTON, VirginiaThe U.S. hotel industry reported mixed year-over-year comparisons,according toCoStars latest data through April 5, 2025. U.S. Hotel PerformanceMarch 30 – April 5, 2025Percentage change from comparable week in 2024Occupancy: 63.8 percent (down 0.6 percent)ADR: $160.18 (up 1.4 percent)RevPAR: $102.21 (up 0.8 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets,San Franciscosaw the largest occupancy increase (up 13.2 percent to 67.5 percent).

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 11, 2025

Sustainable travel is not a trend that will fade. It is shaping how people choose where to stay, how they get there, and what they do once they arrive. More travelers, especially younger generations, want their trips to have a positive impact. They are paying attention to how destinations manage resources, support local communities, and minimize environmental harm.

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Hotel Business

APRIL 11, 2025

Xenia Hotels & Resorts Inc. has sold the 545-room Fairmont Dallas for $111 million, or approximately $203,670 per key. The transaction price represents an 8.6x multiple and a 10% capitalization rate on the property’s hotel EBITDA and net operating income for the 12 months ended Feb. 28, respectively. These transaction price metrics are exclusive of an estimated $80 million of near-term capital expenditures.

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Lodging Magazine

APRIL 11, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C.AAHOA, the world’s largest hotel owners association, has entered into a strategic partnership withKalibri Labs, a leader in hotel performance analytics.Together, the organizations have launched a nationwide investigation into the effects of recent federal policy changes and anticipated industry challenges. Early findings reveal a mixed outlook for the hospitality sector in 2025: While roughly one-third of U.S. hotel submarkets are currently outperforming 2024 benchmarks, a

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APRIL 11, 2025

Waikiki, HawaiiKa Lai Waikiki Beach, part of LXR Hotels & Resorts, announced that it will begin a multi-million-dollar renovation on June 2, 2025. Led by Bryan O’Sullivan Studio (BOS), this extensive transformation coincides with the property’s 15th anniversary and reflects developer Irongate Group’s commitment to redefining luxury hospitality in Waikiki.

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Lodging Magazine

APRIL 11, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C.American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) President & CEORosanna Maietta issued the following statement applauding Congress for passing the budget resolution. We commend Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune for securing passage of a robust budget resolution that puts Congress on a path to prevent a tax increase on American workers and the small businesses that are the backbone of Americas hotel and lodging industry.

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Hotel Business

APRIL 11, 2025

The U.S. hotel industry reported mixed year-over-year comparisons for the week ending April 5, according to data from CoStar. March 30 through April 5 (percentage change from comparable week in 2024): Occupancy: 63.8% (-0.6%) ADR: $160.18 (+1.4%) RevPAR: $102.21 (+0.8%) Among the top 25 markets, San Francisco saw the largest occupancy increase (+13.2% to 67.5%).

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SAS

APRIL 11, 2025

Developers are trying to help AI to speak all the worlds languages, but it's a complicated journey. While there are around 7,000 languages spoken globally, digital technology primarily revolves around just a few. English dominates over half of all written content online, even though only around 16% of the global [.] AI and language: Breaking barriers or reinforcing them?

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 11, 2025

The way hotels sell their rooms has come a long way. From basic reservation systems to sophisticated guest preference tracking, to the rise of OTAs, and the subsequent shift towards a direct-first mindset amongst independent hoteliers, the industry has continuously evolved to keep up with technology and ever-changing consumer trends. Now, the question is: whats next?

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Lodging Magazine

APRIL 11, 2025

DENVER, ColoradoStonebridge,a Denver-based innovative, privately owned hotel management company with a diverse range of luxury, resort, full-service, and premium select-serviceproperties, announced the promotion of 18 team members across the organization. These strategic promotions span key departments, including operations, accounting, technology, legal, risk management, revenue strategy, and commercial services.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 11, 2025

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Holding Thanh Duc Joint Stock Company today announced the opening of Hyatt Place Ha Long Bay Bai Chay, marking the debut of the Hyatt Place brand in Vietnam, expanding the brands footprint in key markets globally. As part of Hyatts Essentials portfolio, the select-service hotel, features intuitive design and 24/7 conveniences, ensuring a seamless transition from work to relaxation.

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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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Lodging Magazine

APRIL 11, 2025

FRANKLIN, TennesseePalette Hotels announced that deployment of the Quore workflow management solution is underway, with all 25 of its properties expected to be live with engineering, housekeeping, front desk, management, and above property tools. Quores cloud-based, mobile-ready, multilingual solution will soon enable the hotel ownership and management company to stay connected to staff while delivering the best guest experiences possible.

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Hotel Business

APRIL 11, 2025

Stonebridge, a Denver-based privately-owned hotel management company with a range of luxury, resort, full-service and premium select-service properties, has promoted 18 team members across the organization. We are proud to recognize these talented individuals for their leadership and contributions, said Rob Smith, president/CEO, Stonebridge. These promotions reflect our ongoing investment in people who understand what it means to deliver measurable results for our owners and elevate performance

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Fast Casual

APRIL 11, 2025

Leaders from Eggs Up Grill, Jeff's Bagel Run and Hot Palette Holdings discussed leadership skills at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina last month.

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Hotel Owner

APRIL 11, 2025

UK hospitality group, Cairn Hotel Group, has achieved over 30 Green Tourism accreditations following a major company-wide sustainability drive at its venues over the past year. Cairn Hotel Group, which owns and operates a portfolio of 28 hotels and eight restaurants and bars, has been awarded nine gold and 24 silver Green Tourism accreditations following a significant commitment to sustainable practices across the group both for its team and its guests.

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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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