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Navigating new horizons: strategies for hotel sales teams to thrive in evolving markets

eHotelier

By understanding the needs of their target market, providing them with tailored services, and creating unique experiences for them, hotels can take advantage of these emerging trends and turn their property into an essential destination in the remote work movement.

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The Star Brisbane announces Italian eatery Cucina Regina

Hospitality Magazine

Cucina Regina will open next year alongside an expected 50 new venues on The Star Brisbane’s riverfront terrace at Queen’s Wharf. It’s the third venue from The Star’s Cucina restaurant group which also hosts Sydney’s Cucina Porto and the Gold Coast’s Cucina Vivo. Cucina Regina will serve an authentic Italian offering with antipasto, wood-fire pizzas, and house-made pasta.

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General Assembly concludes with clear vision for UNWTO and Tourism

eHotelier

Global tourism leaders have further advanced plans for a more ethical, diverse sector led by a growing UNWTO.

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Khanh Nguyen fronts Bentley Group’s new restaurant

Hospitality Magazine

The chef who spearheaded Sunda and Aru in Melbourne will officially move to Sydney to front The Bentley Group’s latest restaurant. Khanh Nguyen announced he had exited The Windsor Group back in July, and said he was “eager to script the unwritten pages that lie ahead” Now, his next move has been confirmed, with the culinary talent appointed executive chef of King Clarence, which is slated to open its doors in the CBD on 1 December.

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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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The Best Pre-Launch Marketing Strategy for Your Fine Dining Restaurant

Modern Restaurant Management

Launching a fine dining restaurant is an undoubtedly exciting venture, but it's not without its challenges. With the fierce competition in the food industry, a well-thought-out pre-launch marketing strategy is crucial to ensure your restaurant gets the attention it deserves. With 60 percent of new high-end restaurants failing within the first year, it’s clear that far too many budding restauranteurs are not pursuing the optimum marketing strategies.

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China’s Australian wine import duties to be reviewed

Hospitality Magazine

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced that China will review its current 220 per cent import duties on Australian bottled wine. The announcement comes after months of discussions between China and Australian wine bodies NSW Wine, Australian Grape & Wine, and Wine Australia in conjunction with the Labor Government. NSW Wine Industry Association President Mr Mark Bourne has supported the announcement, in hope that it will relieve the oversupply of product the industry is facing after n

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How to Use Creme de Cacao in Cocktails

EATER

How to use crème de cacao, a chocolate liqueur, in cocktail recipes, from a mezcal Negroni to a Daiquiri riff to a Grasshopper.

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Blue Whale Restaurant & Lounge expands hours for all-day dining

eHotelier

Blue Whale Restaurant & Lounge, San Francisco’s newest must-visit culinary destination, located at 2033 Union Street in the city’s vibrant Marina neighborhood, is now open for lunch starting at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Michelin-starred chef Ho Chee Boon oversees the cuisine and the concept. Guests can enjoy an elevated take on relaxed dining with multiple dining areas, a private dining lounge, and a spacious backyard retreat.

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Encouraging a culture of experimentation in a scale-up company

MEWS

Does your team have a safe space to fail? Here’s how and why experimentation can bring big benefits to your business.

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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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The Omni Homestead, America’s first resort, completes $150+ million property-wide renovation

eHotelier

The Omni Homestead Resort is proud to celebrate its official Grand Reopening upon completion of the highly-anticipated $150+ million dollar property-wide renovation project. Nestled within the breathtaking Allegheny Mountains of southwestern Virginia and spanning more than 2,300 acres, America’s first resort is instantly recognizable by the lovingly restored tower that hovers above the treetops, just beyond the perfectly manicured golf courses, beckoning guests to experience the next chapter at

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The Northern Irish Dessert I Can’t Stop Thinking About

EATER

Stock up on coconut-dusted Fifteens (top right) at St. George’s Market before continuing your travels. | Amy McCarthy/Eater Nothing tops eating Fifteens, coconut-dusted cookies, in a garden. This post originally appeared in the October 21, 2023 edition of Eater’s Travel newsletter , a place for Eater’s editors and writers to share their tips for navigating the world’s most delicious destinations.

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Anam Group names three Senior Recruits amid post-pandemic surge

eHotelier

The Anam Group has appointed a resort manager and culinary director at its Cam Ranh resort and an executive assistant manager at its new Mui Ne property on the back of its “surprisingly strong” business performance post-COVID.

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Marriott’s Capuano Weighs in on Newest Brand, Industry Issues

Lodging Magazine

Marriott International continues to grow its brand portfolio and expand its reach through new initiatives, such as the recent launch of a new extended-stay flag and a newly forged licensing deal with MGM Resorts. Marriott President/CEO Anthony Capuano recently sat down with LODGING to discuss some of those developments, as well as key issues impacting the lodging industry as a whole.

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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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Damon Page joins SH Hotels & Resorts as Area Managing Director for Asia-Pacific Region

eHotelier

SH Hotels & Resorts, the sustainable hotel brand management company that operates 1 Hotels, Baccarat Hotels, and Treehouse Hotels, today announced the appointment of Damon Page as Area Managing Director for its Asia-Pacific region, an area that is a focus of exponential growth for the company. Damon will oversee each brand’s development throughout the region starting with the 2024 opening of 1 Hotels & Homes Melbourne (277 guest rooms & 114 hotel-branded residences), which he will

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The Future of Online Ordering

Fast Casual

A lot has changed since that first pizza was ordered, and those changes are likely to continue. With that in mind, what does the future hold for online ordering?

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WTTC partners with GSTC to strengthen global hospitality standards

eHotelier

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) have today announced a major new partnership, aligning to establish a structured framework for hotel sustainability, leading to GSTC Certification.

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Looming Recession, Rising Occupancy, and Other Hospitality Trends

Lodging Magazine

The key to keeping your business at the top of your game is knowing your customers and the larger trends shaping the industry you’re in. In the case of hospitality, that means understanding what event planners and travelers are looking for from their venues, but it also means understanding how venues are being selected, how and where rooms are being booked, current rates, and more.

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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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Hotel Benchmarking: Tips to Maximize RGI, ARI, and MPI

Revenue Hub

The distinction between a good hotel and a great one often hinges on the nuances of guest experience. NB: This is an article from Demand Calendar While KPIs like RGI, ARI, and MPI might seem like the jargon of a revenue manager, they are, in fact, the pulse-checkers, revealing whether a hotel truly offers an exceptional guest experience. The harmonious blend of strategic data and a passion for hospitality truly sets a hotel apart.

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Travelodge officially opens its sixth Spanish hotel in Madrid

Hospitality Net

Travelodge has signed a lease and invested €1 million refurbishing the new Madrid Coslada Aeropuerto Travelodge.

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The Modern Revenue Manager: 7 Keys to Success

Revenue Hub

The role of the revenue manager has become increasingly important in the competitive hospitality marketplace and more complex than ever. NB: This is an article from Amadeus Revenue managers are tasked with maximizing revenue and profitability, balancing occupancy and pricing, developing effective competitive demand strategies, understanding evolving guest needs, and more.

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What SiteMinder’s Changing Traveller Report reveals about those planning to stay with a hotel group or chain

SiteMinder

SiteMinder’s Changing Traveller Report 2023 shines a spotlight on the most critical challenges the accommodation industry is facing when it comes to satisfying guest expectations. The product of 10,000 traveller interviews across 12 markets globally, it’s the largest consumer research on accommodation conducted anywhere in the world. But what does the report specifically tell us about those planning to stay with a hotel group or chain on their next trip?

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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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What is RevPAM? Definition and Formula for Hotels

Revenue Hub

RevPAM is a key performance indicator hotels use within their revenue management. RevPAM means revenue per available metre. NB: This is an article from SiteMinder , one of our Expert Partners RevPAM is a metric that takes the entire space of the property into the equation, as opposed to simply looking at RevPAR or TrevPAR. This means hoteliers can get even more granular with their revenue management strategies.

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Interview with Co-founder Daan De Bruijn of Bookboost

Revfine

In this article, we interview Bookboost co-founder Daan De Bruijn. Bookboost helps accommodation brands manage customer data in efficient and innovative ways. This includes boosting overall understanding of the information, workflow automation, and possibilities for personalization. Bookboost empowers a better understanding of data and how to use it to connect with guests.

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5 Reasons Why Data is Critical for Hotel Marketers

Revenue Hub

There’s been a lot of buzz over the past few years about the explosion of big data. NB: This is an article from Revinate And that explosion has created a new world of data-driven hospitality, where the convergence of hotel marketer data, analytics , and guest expectations for personalized communications and service are redefining the way hotels connect with their guests.

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Sofitel, MGallery & Emblems: Promising a Modern Luxury Hospitality Experience

Hospitality Net

The iconic Sofitel, MGallery & Emblems brands within Accor’s brand-led Luxury & Lifestyle division are part of the same entity, yet remain distinctly unique. The 240+ hotels in over than 60 countries strive to spark emotion through tailored, unforgettable guest experiences.

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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.