Category: News

July 26, 2024

Why a rate shopper is an invaluable tool for hoteliers Hotel revenue management has never been more challenging. The markets are unpredictable, margins are thin, and competition is fierce from both traditional hotels and short-term rentals. Guests are also savvier […]

July 24, 2024

Siloed and fragmented procurement software often complicates the procure-to-pay process. Outdated solutions are typically expensive, inflexible, and inefficient, yet many organisations persist in using these antiquated systems. This reliance on old-fashioned procurement management systems hinders operational efficiency. A 2023 Procurement […]

July 22, 2024

CASA NEOS, founded and operated by Riviera Dining Group (RDG), has made its debut in Miami. Nestled along the Miami River, the sprawling 30,000-square-foot property opens with four distinct offerings: a signature restaurant, boutique hotel, rooftop lounge, and a members-only beach […]

July 17, 2024

People are always surprised to hear that more illnesses occur during the summer months. Winter is traditionally associated with coughs and colds and feeling under the weather – so let me explain. Even though everything that we do outdoors makes […]

July 5, 2024

With slightly over three weeks until the start of Paris 2024, SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, has analysed hotel arrivals during the Olympics period (26 July to August 11), and […]

June 26, 2024

With one month until the start of the Summer Olympic Games, Paris hotel booking levels are nearing 80%, according to CoStar’s latest Forward STAR data. A growth trajectory in occupancy on the books has accelerated in recent months, as levels […]

June 19, 2024

Google has previously worked to capture as much of the travel market as possible through SERP features, including the Hotels and Flights search and booking features. AI Overviews (formerly SGE) have also been focused on the travel sector, with Google […]

June 18, 2024

The hospitality industry is constantly evolving to meet guest expectations, which are becoming more and more demanding. In 2024, travelers want speedy service, expanded amenities and immersive, memorable experiences. In practice, this means that hotels must personalize their offerings to […]

May 30, 2024

With the summer months fast approaching, sports fans are looking at the 2024 UEFA European Football Championship, which kicks off on Friday, 14 June. Set to take place across multiple locations in Germany, the football tournament is expected to affect […]

May 23, 2024

Hotelschool The Hague (HTH) and the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) have announced a partnership to ignite sustainable practices and innovation across the global tourism landscape. This collaboration expands the Sustainable Hospitality Challenge (SHC) into the Caribbean region, broadening the platform’s […]

May 14, 2024

There were 107,000 vacancies in hospitality in the quarter to April 2024, according to the Office for National Statistics. This is 15% higher than pre-pandemic levels of 93,000. Wages paid in the sector increased by 9.5% in March 2024, driven […]

May 13, 2024

The European Commission has today designated Booking Holdings, the parent company of Booking.com, as a gatekeeper platform under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Booking.com now has six months to comply with all the do’s and don’ts as a gatekeeper. HOTREC […]

April 22, 2024

The leading players of Travel & Tourism globally have published a landmark joint report setting out their joint plan to help halt and reverse biodiversity loss. Launched on Earth Day 2024, “Nature Positive Travel & Tourism in Action” is the […]

April 9, 2024

Association representatives from the European travel and tourism sector (business and leisure) met in Rhodes, Greece, to sign a landmark declaration promising decisive action towards more sustainable travel and tourism. The joint declaration will serve as a roadmap to foster […]

April 5, 2024

Chef José Andrés calls for action following strike that killed aid workers, HDAC announces its 2024 Awards of Excellence honoree, and a technology museum is planned in Xi’an. All that and more in this week’s Five on Friday. Italian architect […]

March 8, 2024

To celebrate International Women’s Day, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) underscores the pivotal role of women in the global Travel & Tourism sector. According to WTTC data, women in tourism comprise a significant portion of the sector’s workforce, […]

February 28, 2024

Luxury Lifestyle Awards, the renowned global authority dedicated to recognizing and celebrating excellence in the luxury industry, is thrilled to announce the prestigious list of the Top 100 Hotel General Managers of the World for the year 2023. This exclusive […]

February 27, 2024

South Florida offers luxury, wellness and experiences Touring through South Florida was almost an international experience as I explored all the different influences Marriott International has interwoven into their hospitality, culinary and wellness offerings. A true melting pot of culture, […]

February 26, 2024

Milliken’s Lee Blair retires, Eaton Fine Art and Armadillo welcome new team members, and more. Here is this month’s manufacturer news to know: Industry veteran Lee Blair retires Lee Blair—the current vice president and business manager for Milliken & Company’s […]

February 20, 2024

Vizergy Digital Marketing, a global leader in driving direct online revenue through data insights, proven digital marketing programs, reservation solutions and Vizergy’s digital sales and marketing software platform, is pleased to announce the award, recognizing Valencia Hotel Collection and its […]