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Fair Work hits Sydney’s Inner West with surprise inspections

Hospitality Magazine

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) is conducting a series of surprise inspections in Sydneys Inner West this week. The blitz will target twenty restaurants, cafes, and fast food outlets in Newtown and Enmore to ensure staff are receiving the correct pay and entitlements. Inspectors are on the ground in one of Sydneys hospitality hubs this week speaking with employees and holding employers to account if they are not following workplace laws, including due to any unpaid work, said Fair Work Ombudsman A

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‘Marketing Doesn’t Stop at Getting Customers in the Door’

Modern Restaurant Management

Omnichannel communications and value-oriented customer expectations are two elements challenging restaurant owners and operators, according to a survey from Klaviyo. “Every guest touchpoint–whether it’s a dine-in experience, an online order, or even a response to a review – can influence future business,” Mike Eng, Senior Director of Vertical Expansion at Klaviyo, told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. “Restaurants need to think beyond just serving

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Bangkok’s Gaggan is Asia’s Best Restaurant for 2025

Hospitality Magazine

A restaurant that’s been crowned the Best in Asia a record four times has been named as the top culinary destination for 2025. The live awards ceremony for Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants was held in Seoul earlier this week, which saw culinary representatives from 16 cities including Tokyo, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Mumbai, Manila, and more come together to find out which restaurant had snagged the top position.

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I Love My Kitchen Tweezers So Much I Broke Up With Tongs

EATER

Precise, versatile, and elegant, kitchen tweezers are ready for their close-up I, perhaps like you, used to be a real tong freak. The phrase I love tongs came up in my life with surprising frequency. I had favorites (mine are, I regret to report, an unbranded pair I got over a decade ago). I felt tempted by the mini tongs every time I saw them at Home Goods.

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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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How Hoteliers Can Optimise Their Top Website Landing Page

Revenue Hub

Your hotels website is no longer just a brochure. It is your digital front desk, your direct booking engine and a vital expression of your brand. NB: This is an article from Aro Digital Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date We understand that one of the most impactful areas of your website is your top-performing landing pages- the key entry points where potential guests first engage with your property online and which should seamlessly lead them to the relevant next step, like l

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Hilton Announces Brand Debut of Signia by Hilton in Africa at Cairo’s Dynamic SKYWALK Development

Hospitality Net

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of Signia by Hilton Cairo Skywalk and Signia by Hilton Residences Cairo Skywalk in partnership with Skywalk Developments, bringing the Signia brand to Egypt and Africa for the first time. The two latest additions to Hiltons luxury portfolio in Egypt will offer modern stays with cosmopolitan amenities, personalised service, and extensive meetings and events facilities for guests and residents alike.

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Book Dinner and a Room at Paris’s Best Hotel Restaurants

EATER

The Travel buds Grand hotels are home to some of the French capitals most exciting and elegant meals, according to Eaters local dining expert and guidebook author Hotel restaurants tend to have a special energy. In a cosmopolitan culinary capital like Paris , they tend to attract a dynamic mix of locals from around the corner and visitors from around the world.

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Hotel Website Audits are Important … Even for Revenue Managers

Revenue Hub

Hotel websites and OTA listings are like online dating profiles – if theyre outdated, misleading, or just plain wrong, guests will swipe left faster than you can say best available rate. NB: This is an article from TCRM Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date A website audit isnt just a maintenance chore; its a strategic necessity that directly impacts revenue.

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STAAH Product Updates You Can’t Miss – March 2025

STAAH

Our March product update is here, think of it as a full system upgrade, fine-tuning every gear in your hospitality engine! From Channel Manager to Booking Engine, ReviewMinder, and beyond, were optimizing to keep your operations running at peak performance. Read on to discover whats new! Channel Manager Updates Max – Extranet – Module: Dashboard Max – Extranet – Module: Reports (V2) – Channel Insights Max – Extranet – Module: Bookings (V1 & V2) ̵

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Good Marketing Starts with Google Ads …. Said No One Ever

Revenue Hub

Good marketing does not start with Google Ads, a good website, or even trying to go viral (I cant even explain how frustrated this last bit gets me). NB: This is an article from RMS Cloud Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Like most things in business, good marketing for hotels, serviced apartments, or parks starts with insights, also known as the data.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Marriott enters strategic agreement with PathSpot

Hotel Business

Marriott International Inc. has entered into a strategic agreement with technology company PathSpot Technologies Inc., the creator of a real-time hygiene management and digital kitchen system that protects against the threat and spread of illness with a handwashing validation system and equipment monitoring technology. As the worlds leading global hospitality company with more than 10,000 food and beverage operations, $7 billion in sales and 53 Michelin stars across more than 30 leading brands g

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Hotel entertainment: Ways to elevate guest experience

SiteMinder

What is hotel entertainment? Hotel entertainment refers to the activities, systems, and services that enhance a guests stay by offering enjoyment, relaxation, or engagement, either in-room or on the property. Its a broad category that covers everything from in-room entertainment systems, such as smart TVs, streaming services, and interactive displays, to live shows, recreational activities, and themed events hosted on-site.

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Hilton signs first Waldorf Astoria in Texas

Hotel Business

Hilton has signed a branding and management agreement with Wine Country Hospitality Partners LLCa partnership between Mark Harmon, Robert Radovan and Tim Sparapanifor the new-build Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country and Waldorf Astoria Residences Texas Hill Country in Fredericksburg, TX, marking the brand’s debut in the Lone Star State. Expected to open in 2027, the luxury resort, to be managed by Hilton, will feature 60 hotel guestrooms and suites, 37 branded multi-bedroom resort villas e

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Hilton Signs Agreement to Bring Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts to Texas

Lodging Magazine

FREDERICKSBURG, Texas, and MCLEAN, VirginiaHilton announced the signing of a branding and management agreement with Wine Country Hospitality Partners LLCa partnership between Mark Harmon, Robert Radovan, and Tim Sparapanifor the new build Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country and Waldorf Astoria Residences Texas Hill Country, marking the debut of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts in Texas.

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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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How hotel developers can thrive in a challenging market

Hotel Business

By Ryan Bosch Ask any hotel developer today, and youll hear the same thing: the market is tough. Capital is scarce, construction costs are high, labor is tight and interest rates remain stubbornly elevated. With yields compressed and underwriting more difficult, its no wonder most developers have hit pause and are waiting for better conditions. But there are signs of movement.

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A Greener Ramadan: How Atlanta-Area Mosques Are Cutting Food Waste During the Muslim Holy Month

EATER

Mohammed Ata Ur Rasheed shows other gardeners how to reuse pizza boxes left over from iftars to create easy garden plots and reduce time spent pulling weeds. | Tasnim Shamma via 285 and Grist At some places of worship, hundreds of people attend the evening breaking of the fast, which means a lot of discarded food and plastic water bottles. This year, more than a dozen sites of worship are planning zero-waste iftars to tackle the problem.

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Chancellor resists calls for business relief in Spring Statement

Hotel Owner

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has resisted calls from businesses for relief ahead of the upcoming tax changes this April, as part of her Spring Statement today (26 March). UK businesses had been hopeful the chancellor would raise the relief rate for retail, hospitality, and leisure after cutting it to 40% in the October budget, where increases in the national living wage and employer NI contributions were also announced.

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Why ‘Hyperlocal’ is the Future of Restaurant Marketing

Restaurant Engine

Concentrate on hyperlocal marketing strategies to reach your target customer. How can your restaurant stand out in the middle of so much digital noise? Not only are you competing with chain restaurants and their massive advertising budgets, but youre also competing against local restaurants on social media platforms and with their own pay-per-click budgets.

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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.

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Escapade Silverstone officially launches

Hotel Owner

Escapade Silverstone, the hotel situated trackside at Silverstone circuit, has announced that it is now officially open. The hotel comprises 60 private residences with 184 ensuite bedrooms blending the exclusivity of a private members club with the convenience of a high-end hotel. Beyond the residences, guests can enjoy a variety of premium amenities, including a restaurant and bar with trackside views, a rooftop terrace, a wellness centre with performance-led treatments, a 24/7 high-spec gym, a

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Columbia Hospitality adds The Allison Inn & Spa

Hotel Business

Columbia Hospitality , a North American hospitality management and consulting company, has added The Allison Inn & Spa, located in Willamette Valley Wine Country in Newberg, OR. The luxury property, surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills, features 85 guestrooms and suites, a wellness spa and JORY Restaurant. The Allison measures success by the indelible moments and memories that regular guests, locals and winemakers have made here in this special corner of Willamette Valley Wine Country,

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European hotel transactions surge by 62% in 2024, HVS finds

Hotel Owner

The European hotel investment market saw its transaction volume surge by 62% year-on-year the highest level recorded since 2019 according to the latest HVS European Hotel Transaction Report. The firm attributed the buying and selling activity to easing interest rates and abundant funding from private equity investors, most notably for large portfolio deals.

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Celebrating women in hospitality

Hotel Business

Women have long played a vital role in the hospitality industry, contributing to its growth, innovation and success. From front-line guest services to executive leadership, women bring creativity, empathy and a strong work ethic that enhance the overall guest experience. (Id call them our superpowers!) Their ability to create welcoming and inclusive environments makes them invaluable in an industry that thrives on customer satisfaction and personal connection.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts signs first Garner Hotels in Scotland

eHotelier

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the worlds leading hotel companies, announces the signing of the 195-room Garner Hotel Haymarket Edinburgh

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Looking Forward: Integrating Hospitality Into Hospitals and Health Providers - The Transforming Touch Role of Technology

Hospitality Net

It has been recognized and written about the need to integrate skills, knowledge, and hospitality processes into the very complex area of delivering health services to patients/customers over the last couple of years. This has only become even more exasperated with the onset of COVID-19 and the many variants. As we sit here today, according to a variety of statistics including life longevity, we are in an even less desirable situation concerning the overall health of our population.

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Extended Stay America welcomes 50th Premier Suites

eHotelier

Extended Stay America announced today the opening of the 50thExtended Stay America Premier Suites hotel in Schertz, Texas; marking a significant

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To Pursue, or NOT to Pursue Bringing an F&B Concept To life: A Restaurant Feasibility Case Study

Hospitality Net

We recently participated in a bid for a restaurant space in one of Paris heritage train stations. After conducting a thorough feasibility study, which included researching the station, competitive set, and customer traffic flowing through the train station (we had identified 4 customer target segments: commuters, tourists, neighborhood locals, and business travelers), we knew that if we won the bid and managed to execute our vision of the space, we would add significant value to the train statio

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Marco Montagnani appointed Area General Manager of R Collection

eHotelier

On the heels of its recent expansion in the Lake Como region,R Collection Hotels- thefamily-owned luxury hotel portfolio that seamlessly blends

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PolyU study recommends creating integrated tourism cluster brand for the Greater Bay Area

Hospitality Net

Tourism is considered a key industry in the Greater Bay Area (GBA), which sets its sights on becoming a world-leading destination. The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) today released its policy study findings on the strategies and potential for creating an integrated brand tourism cluster by leveraging the strengths of the cities within GBA.

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Rosy Merlino appointed Director of Sales and Marketing of The Ritz-Carlton New York

eHotelier

The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMadis pleased to announce the appointment of Rosy Merlino as Director of Sales and Marketing.

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Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts to Debut in Texas with Signing of Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country

Hospitality Net

Today, global hospitality leader Hilton (NYSE: HLT), announced the signing of a branding and management agreement with Wine Country Hospitality Partners LLCa visionary partnership between Mark Harmon, Robert Radovan, and Tim Sparapanifor the new build Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country and Waldorf Astoria Residences Texas Hill Country, marking the debut of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts in the Lone Star State.

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Optimize Restaurant Operations With the Right Payroll & HCM Services

Running a restaurant involves juggling numerous tasks, but payroll and HR shouldn’t add to the stress. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," is tailored for the restaurant industry to help you choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, crucial for maintaining staff morale. Compliance support helps navigate labor laws and avoid costly fines.