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5 Strategies to Fill Hotel Guestrooms

Revenue Hub

As a hotelier, it may be easy to lose sleep at night wondering if your business strategy is doing enough to generate revenue long-term. NB: This is an article from Amadeus Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date After all, the accommodation industry is more competitive and complex than ever and juggling multiple distribution channels to reach your ideal audience can feel tricky.

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Real Time Price Optimization: A Revenue Manager’s Success Tool

Revenue Hub

The role of a Revenue Manager has changed over the years. It no longer means manually trawling through reports and historical data to forecast future demand. NB: This is an article from Mews Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Instead, the fast-paced industry means opportunities have passed by the time data has been analyzed. And hotels still relying on manual methods are probably unaware just how much money theyre leaving on the table.

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Women in Hospitality launches inaugural progress survey

Hospitality Magazine

Women in Hospitality (WOHO) has launched its inaugural survey to understand the current state of the industry and identify areas that require improvement. The group hopes that the survey will be the most powerful hospitality survey yet. It will be used to track how safe, supportive, and equitable the industry is, and whether its improving. The survey touches on sometimes sensitive topics of equality, leadership, discrimination, and safety.

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Hotel Website Optimization Tips for Enhanced Mobile Bookings

Revenue Hub

In an era when smartphones have become the travelers constant companion, mobile is no longer a nice to have its a necessity. NB: This is an article from Travelboom Marketing Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date In fact, over 70% of last-minute hotel bookings are made on mobile devices, and travelers increasingly rely on their phones to research, compare, and book accommodations.

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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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Elevating Hospitality: How Costa Coffee Enhances the Guest Experience and Hotel Operations 

Lodging Magazine

In todays hospitality landscape, every detail shapes the guest experiencefrom the softness of the linens to the quality of the coffee. While hotels often focus on design and in-room comforts, one essential touchpoint is frequently overlooked: the morning cup of coffee for which guests instinctively reach to start their day. This simple ritual can set the tone for their entire stay.

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AI is here to stay: A roadmap for hospitality leaders

eHotelier

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept in the hospitality industry. Its a powerful force shaping how hotels attract, engage, and retain guests today.

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Understanding Gen Z Eating Habits: Authenticity and Tech-Savvy Preferences

Modern Restaurant Management

Gen Z isn’t just eating out; they’re building relationships with brands that reflect who they are. Trend-driven yet deeply value-conscious, they want personalized nutrition, ethical sourcing, and innovative packaging. Gen Z is redefining dining, seeing your restaurant as an extension of their identity. Michael Parlapiano, Managing Director of The Culinary Edge, shares with Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine how restaurants and food brands can adapt to these generations’

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Hotel inventory management | What you need to know

MEWS

What is inventory management in the hotel industry ? Hotel inventory management involves the systematic process of ordering, tracking, storing, distributing and controlling a hotel’s existing assets and resources. This could be anything from things guests consume like food and beverages, operational suplies like linens , toiletries , cleaning products, and also room availability.

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Tourism Reimagined: Thailand’s path to greener, smarter recovery

eHotelier

A downturn in international arrivals is challenging us to pause, reassess, and reimagine what tourism in Thailand couldand shouldlook like.

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Avia announces next guest chefs in sustainability-driven dining series

Hospitality Magazine

Darlinghurst newcomer Avia is running Re:Purpose, a monthly sustainability-driven dining series and theyve just announced the next star group of guest chefs. Industry veterans Stefano Marano and Jack Reid (ex-Apollo) co-founded the restaurant in late November 2024. Theyve since dedicated the space to playing an active role in shaping Sydneys dining culture.

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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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Serve Your Employees with Holistic Well-Being Benefits

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurants, hotels,and otherhospitalityindustry businesses continue to battle a tight labor market. Toattractnot only enough employees butalsoengaged and productive ones, itsimportantto offer benefits thatmeet them where they are. While itmayoften be overwhelming to figure out where to start, there are severaltenets of an impactful benefits program thatcanshow employees thatyou, their employer,supportthemas individualsboth at work and at home.

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The Guest and The Agent: How Artificial Intelligence Will Reshape Hospitality Behaviors

Hospitality Net

Your next guest will arrive at your hotel without ever having chosen you.

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Gastronomy and Sustainability

eHotelier

The definition of Gastronomy in most cases is the art of selecting, preparing, serving, and enjoying fine food.

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O’Connell’s announces new head chef Aaron Brodie

Hospitality Magazine

Iconic South Melbourne establishment OConnells has appointed Aaron Brodie (ex-Oakridge, Yarra Valley) as its new head chef. Morris Hospitality group which is behind The Railway Hotel, Portsea Hotel, and a string of other successful establishments in Victoria and beyond took over the 140-year-old restaurant, pub, and bar in 2022. Now, the venue will focus on a produce-led culinary offering, with a Josper charcoal grill at the heart of the operation.

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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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Check, Please… or Just Check Out? How Grocery and Convenience Stores Are Eating Into Restaurant Market Share

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant industry's competitive landscape for mealtime dollars is changing fast, and it's no longer brand against brand. Increasingly, grocery and convenience stores are stealing share by offering quick, affordable, and increasingly high-quality meal options. In Revenue Management Solutions' (RMS) recent consumer report, Check, Please or Check Out , 24 percent of surveyed diners say they buy meals from grocery stores more frequently than a year ago.

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How Much Should an Oyster Cost?

EATER

The raw bar is getting pricier. | Brooke Olsen One dollar oysters are disappearing. Heres why. Whether served raw on the half-shell, chargrilled, or Rockefeller style, theres no denying the briny appeal of a perfect fresh oyster. Over the past few decades, more and more diners have heard the gospel of great oysters and, as a result, demand for the bivalves has skyrocketed in recent years.

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Redesign, Reposition, Revenue: How strategic shifts boosted bookings and ADR

eHotelier

Challenge: Changing Target Market to Align with Added Inventory

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World Whisky Day celebrated this Saturday 17th May

Hospitality Magazine

The third Saturday in May each year marks World Whisky Day (although it could easily be world whiskey day, since all whiskies are celebrated). Launched in 2012, its now a global phenomenon with various events taking place across Australia. Among it all this year will be the Australian Whisky Embassy launching their first gathering, a new social club dedicated to celebrating and exploring Australian whisky, with direct access to the master distillers behind it.

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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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Boosting Guest Satisfaction Through Faster Staff Responses

Modern Restaurant Management

In today’s fast-paced dining world, guest satisfaction goes beyond just great food—it’s about delivering a seamless experience. When guest expectations are sky-high and every table turn counts, how quickly a team responds – both to guests and to each other – can significantly shape the dining experience. Internal communication, especially between front- and back-of-house staff, is one of the most overlooked drivers of operational efficiency and l asting loyalty.

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Michelin Adds Six New Bay Area Restaurants to the California Guide

EATER

Restaurants hailing from San Francisco, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, and Sacramento all received a nod of approval from the guide

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Why review management is essential for hotel growth

eHotelier

A hotels online reputation isnt just a reflection of guest satisfactionit directly influences bookings, revenue, and brand trust.

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$400k in grants available for small restaurants in Sydney and Melbourne

Hospitality Magazine

Small restaurant and caf owners in the Greater Sydney and Greater Melbourne can now apply for grants of $23,000 through the American Express Backing International Small Restaurants program. This year, the program is offering 15 grants to eligible business owners. Sue and Dale Messina of Melbournes Bojak Brewing were among Australias 13 grant recipients in 2024.

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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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Gen Z: The Kids Are All Right (Mostly)

Modern Restaurant Management

Someone sent me a sticker the other day over text, and I somehow saved it to my phone. I didn’t want this sticker popping up in my emoji menu every time I scrolled through, but no matter what I tried, I couldn’t get rid of it. So, I texted a friend who’s about 20 years younger than me: "Please help your Gen X friend get rid of this sticker." She immediately sent me a screen recording of her phone and replied: "Zero offense to you at all, but I do this for my mom som

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Why Unfiltered Influencers Are Taking Over

Revenue Hub

Remember when our social feeds looked like a tabloid magazine cover on steroids? The perfect smile, the perfect sunset. NB: This is an article from WIWT Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date It was all so fake. And, youve probably guessed it: people are all over it. The result? A new wave of influencers, one that prioritizes authenticity, vulnerability, and a return to the simple realities of everyday life.

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Strategic Leadership Starts with Relationships: Why Hotel Managers Must Lead with Connection

eHotelier

In hospitality, we often talk about service, standards, and systems. But behind every five-star review, every seamless check-in, and every successful event is something far more fundamental: relationships. As hotel leaders, our ability to build and sustain strong business relationships is not just a soft skillits a strategic imperative. Relationships Are Revenue Strong supplier relationships.

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Collingwood’s Pincho Disco targets diners feeling the pinch with new menus

Hospitality Magazine

Collingwoods Pincho Disco has added new tasting menus to its a la carte offering, hoping to lure in premium diners with affordable prices as the industry counters customers feeling the pinch. The venues Colombian-born Head Chef Diego Cardenas (ex two-Michelin-starred Casa Marcial, Spain) and Culinary Director Jake Furst (2023 AHA Victorian Chef of the Year) have reimagined their menus with affordability and flexibility in mind, while maintaining the venues vibrant flavours and Latin soul.

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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.

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A Day in the Life of a Florida Chef Overseeing Three High-End Restaurants

EATER

Eater Video Culinary director Nick Ocando zooms through this sunny Florida town on his golf cart, juggling three different kitchens I feel like St. Petersburg wasnt really paid attention to much in the past. A lot of the restaurants didnt really have to try too hard to be busy because of the location, explains chef Nick Ocando, the culinary director of three distinct restaurants in the tourist destination.

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U.S. “Drip Pricing” Law: What it means for the Hotel Industry

Revenue Hub

About one year ago, the state of California passed two bills that introduced significant changes for the states hotel industry. NB: This is an article from Cendyn Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date By mid-May of 2025, the United States will implement a similar, comprehensive law that will affect hoteliers around the globe. What does this mean for your hotel?

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Flemings Mayfair unveils redesigned suite inspired by Oscar Wilde

eHotelier

Flemings Mayfair, whose landmark property occupies one of Londons most elite postcodes, has undertaken a complete renovation and redesign of its three-bedroom townhouse

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To Be Frank set to launch in East Brunswick Village

Hospitality Magazine

The To Be Frank team is launching its next location in the heart of East Brunswick Village on Friday, 16 May. Co-founders Franco Villalva and Lauren Parsons established a name for the bakery’s original Collingwood location with artisanal breads, slow fermentation, and a strong community focus. Now, they’re bringing their beloved focaccias and baguettes to the new location, alongside a new offering of pastries. “East Brunswick Village already feels like home.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.