Thu.Sep 12, 2024

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Domestic tourism is on the rise – here’s how hoteliers can capitalise

eHotelier

Domestic tourists now want trips that are sustainable, relaxed, socially responsible, and immersive in the local area. As the sector grows anew, hoteliers should adapt their services and facilities in order to benefit fully.

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Ultimate Guide to Restaurant Marketing

Modern Restaurant Management

In this comprehensive video guide, Adam Guild of Owner.com offers best practices for restaurant marketing. In total, you will learn 18 different marketing strategies across Instagram, Facebook, email, SMS, and direct mail.

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Dynamic pricing: maximizing revenue in the hotel industry

eHotelier

Dynamic pricing is more than just a pricing strategy for hoteliers. It is a tool for long-term growth that allows you to maximize profitability and influence demand.

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What is a Hotel PMS? All about Hotel Property Management System

Hotelogix

What is Hotel PMS? A Hotel Property Management System (Hotel PMS) is software that helps hotels efficiently organize, schedule, and manage their daily operations. It enables hotels—whether small, independent, or part of a group—to handle front office workflow, including booking, guest check-ins and checkouts, assigning rooms, managing housekeeping tasks, and billing.

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

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, 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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IHG Hotels & Resorts debuts the Holiday Inn brand in Pushkar

eHotelier

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Satyadeo Hotels Pvt Ltd to develop Holiday Inn Resort Pushkar, Rajasthan.

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JW Marriott debuts in Ho Chi Minh City with the opening of JW Marriott Hotel & Suites Saigon

eHotelier

JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, unveils its first property in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, with the opening of JW Marriott Hotel & Suites Saigon.

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In ‘You Gotta Eat,’ You Don’t Gotta Cook

EATER

Lille Allen/Eater Margaret Eby’s new cookbook is as much about granting permission as it is showing you how to assemble a meal Most days, my partner and I have something we call egg lunch. At its most basic, it is an egg and rice. Sometimes there’s soy sauce and American cheese, or chile crisp, or the last of a wilting scallion and some other condiment, but sometimes it’s just egg and rice.

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Mr. Debdyuti “DEV” Dasgupta named General Manager at Khao Lak Marriott

eHotelier

Marriott International, Inc. has appointed Mr. Debdyuti “Dev” Dasgupta as General Manager of Khao Lak Marriott Beach Resort & Spa, the beautiful new seafront retreat which is set to open its doors in the fourth quarter of 2024, marking the debut of the flagship Marriott Hotels brand in Khao Lak.

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Best Practices for Finding the Right Plumber

Modern Restaurant Management

Day-to-day restaurant operations are stressful enough, and the last thing you want to do is worry about the plumber you hired. Plumbing issues are never a fun thing to deal with at your restaurant, but they are a common enough occurrence that finding the right plumber can make plumbing maintenance less of a headache if they are good at their job. It can also cause an even bigger headache if you find one that is not qualified.

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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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Chris Cheney named Senior Vice President of Commercial Services at Stonebridge Companies

eHotelier

Stonebridge Companies, LLC ("Stonebridge"), a Denver-based innovative, privately-owned hotel management company boasting a diverse range of full-service, select-service, and extended-stay properties, announced today the promotion of Chris Cheney to Senior Vice President of Commercial Services.

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Why Data Is the Secret Ingredient for Successful Loyalty Programs

Modern Restaurant Management

Every restaurant’s mission is to get customers in the door and then keep them coming back for more. While there’s no single recipe for recruitment and retention success, many restaurateurs are leveraging a proven approach: loyalty programs. The recurring business these programs drive ultimately helps increase revenue while fostering customer loyalty.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts and Sankari to launch the world’s first upper luxury standalone regent residences in Dubai

eHotelier

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the launch of the first Regent Residences in the Middle East through an agreement with Sankari, a premier luxury real estate developer in Dubai.

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Hotel development surge: Thousands of new projects poised to break ground

Hotel Business

Lodging Econometrics’ (LE) Q2 2024 U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report paints a picture of robust growth and strategic focus. With a significant concentration of projects scheduled to start in the next 12 months and early planning stages, particularly in the upscale and upper-midscale segments, the industry appears poised for substantial new supply growth.

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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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Dusit Thani Bangkok launches exclusive docuseries on iconic hotel’s reimagining

eHotelier

Making its highly anticipated comeback on 27 September 2024, the iconic Dusit Thani Bangkok hotel is set to reaffirm its status as one of the city’s most beloved and recognised landmarks and a beacon of gracious Thai hospitality.

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HVMG adds Minneapolis-area Embassy Suites to portfolio

Hotel Business

Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG) has assumed management of the 232-suite Embassy Suites by Hilton Bloomington/Minneapolis in Bloomington, MN. The company also will oversee a $9-million renovation project to upgrade guestrooms, public space, restaurant and back-of-house items. “Between our long standing history and familiarity operating this and other Hilton-branded projects and our expertise overseeing major hotel refurbishments, the Embassy Suites by Hilton Bloomington/Minneapolis i

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IDeaS and Virgin Voyages announce partnership

eHotelier

IDeaS Revenue Solutions, global provider of advanced revenue management software (RMS) and services, announced that it is expanding its industry-leading suite of revenue management solutions to the cruise industry through a partnership

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Knowland: New York Ranks in Top Markets for First Time Since April

Lodging Magazine

ARLINGTON, Virginia—Knowland reported that New York ranked second among the top 25 markets, with over 30 percent year-over-year (YOY) meeting volume growth driven primarily by sports tourism for August. Las Vegas ranked first with 36 percent YOY growth. This data is sourced from Knowland’s sales intelligence platform designed to help hoteliers protect and grow their revenue base.

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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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Userguest Secures €2.2M in Seed Funding to Revolutionize Hotel Technology

Hospitality Net

Userguest, the pioneering force in hotel technology dedicated to maximising direct revenue, is thrilled to announce the successful closure of a €2.2M seed funding round. Led by Al Mada Ventures and bolstered by CDG Invest, Saviu Ventures, UM6P Ventures, Kalys VC, Plug & Play and esteemed business angels Philippe Limes and Thane Kuhlman, this investment marks a transformative moment for the hotel tech start-up as it prepares for rapid expansion and groundbreaking product innovation.

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Unlock New Revenue Streams: 8 Strategies to Future Proof Your Hotel

Revenue Hub

Explore eight proven strategies to diversify your hotel’s revenue streams and ensure long-term financial stability and growth. NB: This is an article from Smartpricing Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date In the rapidly evolving hospitality industry, hotel and lodging businesses must continuously adapt to stay competitive. One of the most effective ways to safeguard your business against market fluctuations and enhance profitability is by diversifying your revenue streams.

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The Best Drying Rack for Everything Is This Baby Bottle Holder

EATER

Illustration by Jordan Moss The not-just-for-kids bottle rack has become my solution for drying all those water cups, mugs, wine glasses, and the infinite array of water bottles Up until recently, I was a lifelong city apartment dweller. Every kitchen I had was tiny and, over the years, I had learned every trick in the book to make the most of the little countertop and storage space that was available.

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Travelers Invited to ’Graduate with Honors’ as Graduate by Hilton Joins the Hilton Honors Program

Hospitality Net

As the leaves begin to turn and the excitement of a fresh school year sets in, Hilton ushers in a new season as Graduate Hotels officially joins Hilton’s 24 world-class brands. Whether planning a gameday getaway, a nostalgic return to campus, or a family visit, guests of the 34 Graduate by Hilton hotels can now earn and redeem Hilton Honors Points while experiencing the unique charm of university towns across the U.S. and U.K.

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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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Cooking Together Means Complaining Together

EATER

Lille Allen/Eater Or what I learned when I made my fiance cook with me from ‘A Couple Cooks’ I like to cook in the same way I like to dance: alone. Regardless of whether I’m in a relationship, cohabiting or not, this has always been my preference, my natural state of things. Part of this is due to real estate: With few exceptions, the kitchens in the 13 apartments I’ve lived in throughout my adult life have been of the dollhouse variety — too small to hold more than one person without the threat

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Marriott Bonvoy Launches 2024 “Taste of Wonders” With Themed Menus In Over 300 Chinese Restaurants Across Greater China

Hospitality Net

Marriott Bonvoy recently officially launched its 2024 “Taste of Wonders” F&B marketing campaign in Greater China with the debut of a food documentary titled “Taste of Wonders, Flavors of North and South.” Developed in collaboration with renowned Chinese documentary director Chen Xiaoqing, the film explores the vibrant people and culture behind Chinese cuisine, and centers around the Chinese word “Xian,” which means both “fresh ingredients” and “delicate flavor.

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Hotel CPOR: What Is It And How To Manage It Effectively

Revenue Hub

CPOR is a crucial metric in the hotel industry that helps measure the efficiency and profitability of a hotel’s operations. It stands for cost per occupied room, which means the expenses that are being incurred by rooms that have guests staying in them. NB: This is an article from SiteMinder , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date CPOR can be influenced by a number of factors and can often be a representation of how effective your revenue management an

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Maximizing Profits: Tips for Selecting the Right Channel Management System for Your Independent Property

Hospitality Net

No hotelier needs to be convinced of the importance of listing their properties on multiple online platforms. In fact, the average independent hotel is listed on 5 to 7 different channels. Today’s guests demand instant availability and pricing, whether on Google, Online Travel Agents (OTAs) like Expedia, or your independent hotel’s own website. Yet, manually updating these details across the web can eat up hours per day.

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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.