Tag: hotel

August 10, 2020

WASHINGTON – U.S. Travel Association Executive Vice President of Public Affairs and Policy Tori Emerson Barnes issued the following statement on reports that congressional and administration leaders are suspending negotiations on the next phase of pandemic-related legislative relief: “It is […]

August 10, 2020

Among the many delicious scenes from the movie “Goodfellas” is one where the characters of Ray Liotta and Joe Pesci burn down a restaurant because its credit has run out, putting an end to their graft. “And then finally, when […]

August 7, 2020

If great technology can act as a catalyst to the success of a business, it should come as no surprise that mediocre technology can have a detrimental impact on your overall technology strategy. This critical balance is aptly realized across […]

August 5, 2020

As hotel chatbots continue to improve, people will grow to expect them as a customer service option—and may even prefer them over human service. In fact, a Global Web Index survey last year found that nearly 4 out of 10 […]

August 5, 2020

The benefits of art Whether we are looking at the enormous industry built around interior design or start-ups helping companies create a hospitable environment for clients and employees alike, the aesthetic context matters. The importance of physical environments, particularly in […]

August 3, 2020

Delivering affordable luxury with a high tech component, citizenM has always taken a fresh approach to hospitality. The global budget luxury brand, launched in 2008, has always put tech at the center of its offering, both from a customer standpoint […]

August 3, 2020

(CNN) – Forget checking into a hotel for a long weekend or a week. In the wake of COVID-19, travelers around the world are booking stays that last a month or even longer. According to hoteliers globally, it’s a pattern […]

July 31, 2020

A-1 Hospitality Group, a family owned and operated hotel management and development company based in Kennewick, Washington announced today that it has acquired the management contract for the Homewood Suites by Hilton New Braunfels, a 90-suite property. This is the […]

July 30, 2020

The responsible restart of tourism is underway around the world as growing numbers of destinations ease COVID-19 related travel restrictions and adapt to the new reality. According to the latest analysis from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), 40% of all […]

July 28, 2020

During the current public health crisis, we have grown perhaps a little too familiar with our own four walls. COVID-19 and the widespread lockdown has forced upon us a period of reflection, removing the possibility of travel altogether in the […]