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Cryptocurrency adoption in the hotel industry

eHotelier

Adopting cryptocurrency should align with your overall business goals and strategies. It’s not a one-size-fits-all solution, but with the right approach, it can be a significant addition to your hotel’s payment options.

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How To Promote Resorts in 2023

Soft Inn

There is fierce competition among resort owners, and each resort strives to increase revenue. To make people aware of your resort, you must make sure you promote your resort accordingly. By promoting your resort, you can attract more guests.

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Clayton Wells is Public’s new group creative culinary director

Hospitality Magazine

Acclaimed culinary figure Clayton Wells has officially joined Public as the hospitality group continues to recruit some of the industry’s most talented chefs. Wells was the force behind Sydney fine diner Automata until its closure last year , with the chef saying he was “looking forward to challenging myself the way I have co-owning and operating Automata” after seven years.

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IHIF 2023: Chris Norton and Shafi Syed, Equinox Hotels

Boutique Hotel News

BHN speaks to Equinox Hotels ’ CEO Chris Norton, and Shafi Syed, global head of development and acquisitions, to learn more about how guest needs are influencing brand value, identity, and offerings, the intersection of technology and luxury hospitality, and how Equinox is navigating development challenges. Filmed at the International Hospitality Investment Forum ( IHIF ) at the InterContinental Berlin.

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Business Automation in Hospitality: A New World

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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Fake hotel reviews – what’s being done to fight review fraud

eHotelier

Top review sites continually make massive efforts to reduce the number of fake or malicious reviews and hoteliers and guests can also play a role in attempting to curb this ongoing problem.

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Danny Corbett shares his recipe for the perfect vongole

Hospitality Magazine

We always make sure our pastas are made fresh at The Dolphin Hotel. You can use dried pasta, but the difference between fresh and dried is night and day. The fresh pasta soaks up more of the flavour, thickens the sauce easier, and has a much better mouthfeel. We use confit garlic in 90 per cent of our pasta dishes as it takes away the issue of burning and making the dish acrid.

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Digital Dining: What Restaurants Need to Know Now

Modern Restaurant Management

In February 2023, our Revenue Management Solutions (RMS) data analytics team advised on the benefits of attracting and keeping frequent diners. According to our Q1 2023 survey , frequent users were not just visiting QSRs; they planned to keep visiting. These raring-to-dine customers were twice as likely as other respondents to increase their future visits.

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Hotel CEOs: it’s time to shift focus from top-line to contribution

eHotelier

By shifting the focus to the contribution, which is the revenue minus the cost of customer acquisition cost (CAC), hotel executives can achieve a higher level of profitability and efficiency.

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Dalata acquires Apex Hotel London Wall for over £53 million

Boutique Hotel News

UK: Irish hotel operator Dalata Hotel Group has acquired the long leasehold interest of the Apex Hotel London Wall from Apex Hotels Limited for £53.4 million. 107 years remain on the lease and the transaction is expected to complete in early July 2023. Apex Hotel London Wall offers 89 bedrooms and suites, a gym, ground floor lobby and a restaurant and bar.

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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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How the Caribbean Has Earned a Reputation as a Foodie Destination

Travel Pulse Destinations

The Caribbean has always been home to great food, and the recent efforts to highlight local flavors at resorts means that Caribbean cuisine is now gaining more recognition and attracting foodies, festivals, and fans of great food.

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Three Strategies to Set Your Restaurant Team Up for Summer Success 

Modern Restaurant Management

Summer hiring is in full swing, and many restaurants are struggling to navigate one of their busiest seasons of the year while dealing with ongoing labor shortages and a volatile economy. Turbulent times call for creative solutions, so focusing on efficiencies and making investments in your staff are the best areas to tackle when it comes to running a restaurant this summer.

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Book Me Bob releases next generation ChatGPT integrated hospitality digital assistant

eHotelier

Introducing the next generation of BOOK ME BOB, a revolutionary hospitality-focused Artificial Intelligence Digital Assistant platform that integrates ChatGPT to empower operators. Integrating ChatGPT functionality with proven industry-focused digital solutions, customer-centric AI experiences and decades of expertise, and you get the newest solution in the growing Myma.

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Goldman Sachs AM acquires FTC Hotels

Boutique Hotel News

EU: The real estate business within Goldman Sachs Asset Management has acquired the lifestyle hotel franchise collection company FTC Hotels for an undisclosed sum. FTC Hotels owns two brands: Casa Cook and Cook’s Club. The portfolio comprises 16 properties located in the Mediterranean and the Red Sea. Casa Cook first launched in 2016 with Casa Cook Rhodes.

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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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Lionhearth reveals pipeline of new openings in 2023

Hotel Owner

Cotswold pub group Lionhearth, the new group behind The Chequers in Churchill and The Swan in Ascott-under-Wychwood, has announced a pipeline of new openings for 2023. The ambitious plans see the group double its capacity for dining and rooms over the next 12 months with the launch of a handful of rooms, two new pubs, and self-catering cottages in the region.

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Time to Celebrate Dad and Boost Revenue – Restaurant Marketing Ideas for Father’s Day

Modern Restaurant Management

Now that temperatures have officially warmed up, consumers are more eager than ever to dine outside and on-premise. Although restaurant operators are no strangers to this shift in behavior, what they may be overlooking is the chance to leverage one of summer’s biggest revenue driving celebrations – Father’s Day. According to the National Retail Federation , consumers spent approximately $20 billion in 2022 on this annual day dedicated to Dad and it was celebrated by nearly 76 p

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UNWTO and Les Roches global accelerate tourism innovation and entrepreneurship

eHotelier

UNWTO has partnered with Les Roches Global Hospitality Management School to support tourism startups in embracing innovation and accelerating their shift to greater sustainability.

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Procaccianti Companies Expands Upscale Boutique Hotel Collection

Hospitality Net

Procaccianti Companies, one of the nation’s premier real estate investment and services firms, today announced the acquisition of the Presidents’ Quarters and development of the Sabal House Savannah. The project is a joint venture with Kim King Associates and Ross Hotel Partners.

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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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Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars officially opens

Hotel Owner

Hyatt Hotels has announced the opening of Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars, which is the brand’s ninth opening in the city and 14th overall in the UK. The news of the opening comes as, in the last five years, Hyatt has increased its brand presence in the country from five to 13 properties, with six of those based in London. The 204-room hotel, which is housed in a Grade II-listed building on the former grounds of King Henry VIII’s Bridewell Palace, claims a prime spot in London’s business and

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Number of Cooks and Chefs Employed in the U.S. Reaches All-Time High

Modern Restaurant Management

The number of cooks and chefs employed in the U.S. has reaches an all-time high, according to a Chef's Pencil's report based on the latest Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics at the end of April 2023. Key takeaways include: Employment in the Food Preparation and Serving category is down seven percent compared to pre-pandemic levels, and recovery is very uneven within the professional groups.

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Your hotel dynamic pricing guide: an overview of all price tags

eHotelier

Ready to boost your hotel’s profits? It starts with dynamic pricing. You can adjust for other factors with the correct bottom and starting prices.

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Small hotels are leading the German market in price adaptability: SiteMinder

SiteMinder

Berlin, Germany – A new analysis by SiteMinder, the world’s leading open hotel commerce platform, highlights the degree to which small German accommodation providers have increased their room rates over the past four years. While prices for all German accommodation providers rose by seven per cent between 2019 to 2022, prices among those with 20 rooms or less grew 22 per cent in the same period. “In an environment of rising inflationary pressures and continued pent-up demand, the cost of a

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No-Code Technology: The Key to Unlock the Future of Your Business

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 Indigo Exeter commemorates its history with tribute to Sylvia Plath

Hotel Owner

Hotel Indigo Exeter has paid tribute to Sylvia Plath by displaying a commemorative plaque in the hotel within Colson’s restaurant. Plath was an American poet who lived in Exeter in 1961/1962. During this time, she wrote the Ariel poems for which she is best known. The building which houses Hotel Indigo Exeter dates back to 1792 and was once Colson’s department store.

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Time to Celebrate Dad and Boost Revenue – Restaurant Marketing Ideas for Father’ Day

Modern Restaurant Management

Now that temperatures have officially warmed up, consumers are more eager than ever to dine outside and on-premise. Although restaurant operators are no strangers to this shift in behavior, what they may be overlooking is the chance to leverage one of summer’s biggest revenue driving celebrations – Father’s Day. According to the National Retail Federation , consumers spent approximately $20 billion in 2022 on this annual day dedicated to Dad and it was celebrated by nearly 76 p

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How hotels can foster a sense of community and improve guest experience

eHotelier

Beyond providing a cozy bed, hotels should now prioritize mental health and community, an increaslingly important part of the modern hospitality industry.

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Aiden Hotels: Craft Your Next Story

Lodging Magazine

Transforming unsuspecting locations into bold personalities—that’s the goal for Best Western® Hotels & Resorts’ fast-growing boutique brand, Aiden®. With more than 60 spectacular locations open and under development globally—including properties in Berkeley, California; Austin, Texas; Scottsdale, Arizona; Seoul, South Korea; and Sydney, Australia—Aiden hotels deliver unique character and tons of local flavor.

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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.