eHotelier

AUGUST 1, 2023

Anthony Capuano, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “With continued momentum in demand for global travel, we posted another quarter of outstanding results. Second quarter worldwide RevPAR increased 13.5 percent, aided by significant growth in all of our international regions, where RevPAR rose 39 percent. Greater China rebounded quickly once travel restrictions were lifted in January, with second quarter RevPAR surpassing pre-pandemic levels.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 1, 2023

TACO TUESDAYS: The story of a now-defunct trademark and the risk of trademarks becoming so general with time that they can no longer be protected. TACO TUESDAYS as a Registered Trademark Since 1979, Taco John’s (a regional taco chain based in Wyoming) has used TACO TUESDAYS to promote their restaurant. In 1989, Taco John’s successfully registered the trademark TACO TUESDAYS for restaurant services outside of New Jersey, since a New Jersey restaurant, Gregory’s, had shown earlie

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eHotelier

AUGUST 1, 2023

Tactics hotel brands should employ to expand and increase portfolio value - Insights - Insights Here is a playbook for securing management contracts and expanding your brand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 1, 2023

Amid a climate of recovery and relentless transformation, the restaurant industry braces for new challenges and opportunities. Fresh off a year marked by tremendous disruption, the sector is projected to record a staggering $997 billion in sales this year. Yet, this growth comes at a time of significant menu price inflation and continued impacts from the pandemic.

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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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MEWS

AUGUST 1, 2023

Serviced apartments respond to a market call for fully furnished apartments designed for short and long-term stays. Unlike hotels, serviced apartments are supposed to be a home away from home. They usually feature a living room, kitchen and the amenities that make long-term stays more pleasant. This article explores the difference between hotels and serviced apartments.

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Hotel Business

AUGUST 1, 2023

TPG Hotels & Resorts has been selected to manage The Blennerhassett Hotel, located in Parkersburg, WV. The 140-year-old, 84-room historic property features an upscale signature restaurant, lounge, spa and more than 8,000 sq. ft. of meeting space in eight distinct spaces that can be tailored for high-end corporate and lifestyle events. The property was purchased in 2019 by R&W Hotels, which is owned and operated by local Parkersburg businessmen Wayne Waldeck and Lee Eric Rector. “Th

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eHotelier

AUGUST 1, 2023

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a management agreement with Ginger Tree Goveia to bring a new hotel to Goa, India. voco Goa Arpora is set to open its doors in January 2025 as the next stride forward in IHG’s ambitious regional growth strategy for the premium brand. Earlier this year, IHG announced the signing of two voco hotels in the country across Jim Corbett and Gurugram.

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Hotel Business

AUGUST 1, 2023

Elise Capital, a hotel real estate investment firm, has acquired the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Picayune-Stennis Space Center, located in Picayune, MS. This property marks the firm’s third hospitality acquisition in the last two years. The three-story, 67-room Holiday Inn Express & Suites recently underwent a comprehensive renovation and features a heated indoor pool, fitness center, business center, free WiFi, complimentary breakfast and more than 1,200 sq. ft. of meeting space.

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eHotelier

AUGUST 1, 2023

Brand USA, the destination marketing organization for the United States, announces the impending retirement of Chris Thompson as President and CEO, effective May 31, 2024. After a successful tenure of leading the organization, Thompson has decided to step down and pursue life beyond work.

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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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Hotel Business

AUGUST 1, 2023

A Certificate of Occupancy (CO) is a vital requirement before opening your new-build/renovated hotel. Without it, you’re subject to massive, compounding fines! Because of the necessity of this certification, you’ll want to work it into your construction plans from the very beginning to avoid any project delays. Unfortunately, the inspection process involves multiple steps.

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eHotelier

AUGUST 1, 2023

According to a recently-released Tourism Events Market Report, the global tourism event industry generated $1.6 trillion in 2022 and is anticipated to generate $2.5 trillion by 2032, witnessing a CAGR of 4.6% from 2023 to 2032.

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 1, 2023

Crescent Hotels & Resorts, the award-winning operator of over 120 properties, announced the addition of Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. Chevy Chase Pavilion to its esteemed collection. Located in Northwest Washington D.C., this hotel offers unparalleled service and comfort, catering to the needs of both business and leisure travelers.

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eHotelier

AUGUST 1, 2023

Cheval Collection has appointed Nikola Miljković as feasibility manager, joining the group as it accelerates its expansion.

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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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Hotel Owner

AUGUST 1, 2023

Cheval Collection has appointed Nikola Miljković as its new feasibility manager. Miljković joins Cheval Collection from HVS, where he was a senior associate, with previous experience at the Conrad St James in London and Croatian hotel group HUP Zagreb. He is a graduate of the masters programme at the Glion Institute of Higher Education, where he specialised in hotel development and finance.

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EATER

AUGUST 1, 2023

Preparing chinicuiles. In Northwestern Mexico, agave worms are a delicacy, a pest, a sign of a troubled ecosystem, and a mascot for the hope of restoring it “Oh, look, this one is hiding,” Isela Islas Montiel says as she digs into the tiny tunnels at the bottom of a rotting agave leaf. Like kids in a schoolyard, we wait as cherry-red chinicuil worms, the larvae of the Comadia redtenbacheri moth, are pulled from their hiding places.

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Hotel Owner

AUGUST 1, 2023

The QHotels Collection has become a member of The British Culinary Federation, an internationally recognised association that is said to be one of the most active chefs’ organisations in the country. The group said it was “delighted” to join the industry accredited association, as its membership means its chef teams can be involved with an “exclusive community”, and partake in national competitions.

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 1, 2023

Actabl, the hospitality software company that enables hotels to drive profit through actionable insights, is pleased to announce the launch of its all-new ShiftSwap feature for Hotel Effectiveness. Designed to improve the ongoing challenge of shift coverage, ShiftSwap allows hotel team members to view each other’s published schedules and offer to swap shifts with another employee.

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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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Hotel Owner

AUGUST 1, 2023

Lime Tree Hotel has recently appointed Mathilde Bouvier as head chef and Elvi Ramadani as sous chef of the hotel’s rustic-chic cafe-style restaurant, The Buttery. With over nine years of experience in the industry, Bouvier joins from Brother Marcus in Borough Market, where she opened the new location and held the position of head chef for two years.

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 1, 2023

Data released today by Airbnb shows a significant increase in interest in the Paris Region ahead of Paris 2024 from both international and French guests, with listings available throughout the Games in the Paris region being viewed over 100 times more1 than the same time last year – that’s an astonishing 10,000% increase.

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Finance & Development : Lodging Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2023

NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta announced that it added 13 hotels to the company’s global portfolio during the first six months of 2023. The new hotels, with a total of more than 1,000 rooms, include (in order of opening): “Sonesta’s progress in the first half of 2023 illustrates our success growing multiple brands across our platform and was driven by strong owner relationships and our ability to meet consumer needs,” said Keith Pierce, Sonesta’s EVP and the president […] The post Sonesta S

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Hotel Owner

AUGUST 1, 2023

Amid the worsening housing crisis, the government has turned its attention to short-term lets as a solution to the vast difference between supply and demand. However, as the short-term rental industry experiences a similar supply and demand challenge, this focus risks disrupting a sector that is now essential to British tourism and obscures the real problem with housing in many UK communities.

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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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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 1, 2023

Every had an amazing stay experience either for business or for pleasure, everything went right from the check-in to the room and everything in between, and now you are going home or on to your next destination, but before you go, how about a spot of breakfast before hitting the road?

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Hotel Owner

AUGUST 1, 2023

Singaporean-based hospitality investor, the Fragrance Group, has acquired the Grand Atlantic Hotel in Weston-super-Mare from Coast and Country Hotels for an undisclosed sum. RBH Hospitality Management, the hospitality management company and current operators for 10 other Fragrance-owned hotels, has been appointed to operate the hotel. The Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset, hotel is located on the beachfront and offers 72 bedrooms with panoramic views, a restaurant and bar area, as well as funct

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 1, 2023

STR’s global "bubble chart" update (as of 15 July 2023) shows an exceptional 90% of markets with growth in revenue per available room (RevPAR) compared to 2019. This marks the highest proportion of markets in that category since the update began in May 2022.

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Hotel Owner

AUGUST 1, 2023

Dunkeld House Hotel has unveiled its brand new renovated suites following an £800,000 investment. Flagship suites The Atholl and The Duchess have been upgraded as a result and three new rooms have been added, bringing the hotel’s offering up to 100 rooms. The hotel has collaborated with Edinburgh-based interior designer Burns Design to “refresh and modernise” the property’s amenities.

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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.