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The psychology of colour in hotel spaces

eHotelier

The psychology of colour significantly impacts how guests perceive the world of hotel design. Each colour, when skillfully blended, can evoke strong feelings, create moods, and leave an enduring impression.

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Beckett’s Glebe announces new head chef

Hospitality Magazine

City fringe restaurant Beckett’s has confirmed it the appointment of a new head chef and restaurant manager. The Sydney eatery opened its doors back in 2021, serving classic Euro cuisine in Glebe. And now Julien Ombredane will usher the restaurant into its next chapter as head chef after time at QT Sydney and the InterContinental in Marseille, France.

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Norfolk castle opens doors to guests for first time

eHotelier

Middleton Castle, a magnificent 600-year-old fortress complete with a water-filled moat and embattled parapets, is the latest jaw-dropping estate to join Europe’s largest property management company ALTIDO.

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Five Ways to Increase Employee Retention with the Next Generation of Chefs

Modern Restaurant Management

Finding employees willing to take on the demanding hard work of a kitchen and retaining those employees has always been a struggle, and it’s time restaurants begin looking at solutions to the problem for the next generation of chefs. This generation, Gen Z, has grown up relentlessly surrounded by technology — whether it's at-school laptops, online gaming, or digital communication, it's here to stay.

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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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In the Dominican Republic, Mamajuana Is a Drink, a Medicine and a Rite of Passage

EATER

Mamajuana, a drink made from rum, wine, honey and macerated botanicals has been a staple in the Dominican Republic for more than a century.

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Casual Dining Chains Are Back, Baby

EATER

Why not just go to Olive Garden? | John Greim/LightRocket via Getty Images Once shunned by millennials, “uncool” chains are gearing up for a comeback For years, millennials were blamed for the death of the casual chain restaurant. You know the kinds of places I’m talking about — an Applebee’s, a Longhorn Steakhouse, a Chili’s. The pundits insisted that millennials wanted trendier eats, not a basket of chicken wings and a bottomless Long Island Iced Tea, and you know what?

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Benefits of centralised control over hotel group operations and role of a multi-property management system

Hotelogix

In today's world, the hospitality industry is fiercely competitive and constantly changing. To maintain a competitive edge, as a hotel group owner, you must continually seek innovative ways to enhance performance and operations. One crucial aspect determining your success is your ability to efficiently manage daily operations across multiple properties in different areas from a central office.

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2 Aussie venues make The World’s 50 Best Bars list

Hospitality Magazine

The annual The World’s 50 Best Bars list has been announced this week at a live awards ceremony in Singapore. Sydney’s Maybe Sammy made the list for the fifth time, coming in at number 15 and also awarded the title of The Best Bar in Australasia. “Vince and I continue to be humbled by the support, respect and love the industry and our guests have for Maybe Sammy,” says co-founder Stefano Catino. “We are so honoured The World’s 50 Best Bars continue to recognise the hard e

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How Hotel POS (Point of Sale) System Can Transform Your Guest Experience

Hotelogix

Staying ahead in the rapidly evolving hospitality industry requires embracing technological advancements that enhance guest experiences and streamline operations. One such innovation is the Hotel POS (Point of Sale) system, a robust solution that has revolutionized how you manage your services, transactions, and overall guest satisfaction.  In this blog, we will delve into the intricacies of hotel POS systems, exploring their benefits, features, types, selection criteria, implementation str

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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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Sydney’s Tetsuya’s to remain at current site

Hospitality Magazine

Acclaimed Sydney fine diner Tetsuya’s has extended its stay at its current location on Kent Street until July 2024. The restaurant’s site was sold back in 2018, with Tetsuya’s confirming it would close in August after 22 years. However, the move was pushed with reservations released “beyond August 2023”, via Instagram in a post that confirmed “the reopening of the restaurant at our new location has been delayed” Now, it’s official – Tetstuya&

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Wyboston Lakes and Bedford Prison join forces in groundbreaking initiative to unlock opportunities for prison leavers

eHotelier

Wyboston Lakes Resort is proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Bedford Prison, aiming to reintegrate prison leavers into the workplace and society at large. This transformative initiative is being conducted in collaboration with New Futures Network, HMPPS’ employment specialists that partner businesses and prisons to fill skills gaps and increase the number of prison leavers securing employment on release.

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Public House Management Group to open Humphrey’s Hotel

Hospitality Magazine

The group behind Paddington’s The Royal Hotel and Glebe’s The Toxeth is opening Humphrey’s Hotel in Sydney’s Hurstville this November. The 350-person venue will feature modern-Australian eatery Hatch, led by Group Executive Chef Scott Greve. Greve comes from roles at Sydney’s 6Head and the Jamie Oliver Group, with Hatch’s culinary direction set to be elevated-meets-approachable with a focus on provenance. “We’ve assembled a strong team and will be using

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Camelback Resort appoints VP of Operations

eHotelier

Camelback Resort, a year-round recreational destination nestled in the Pocono Mountains, has named Terry Bechtold its new vice president of operations. In his new position, Bechtold will oversee and direct all resort departments, including its lodge, housekeeping, front desk, retail, Camelbeach and all recreational activities, including skiing, snowtubing, mountain coaster, summer tubing, ziplines and more.

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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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The Pastry Chefs Defining Restaurant Dessert Right Now

EATER

Kelly Nam finishes a mugwort maple tiramisu with mugwort tea at New York City’s Joomak Banjum. | Lanna Apisukh These five chefs are pushing pastry forward, making it an especially thrilling time to order dessert Pastry chefs are back. During the pandemic, they were often the first to be cut as restaurants slimmed down operations. This meant that many of the country’s most skilled dessert makers could be found running their own pop-ups and micro-bakeries from home.

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Mayfair House Hotel & Garden announces new General Manager, Rhys O’Connell

eHotelier

Bringing more than 20 years of luxury hospitality experience to idyllic South Florida, the Grand Dame of Miami, Mayfair House Hotel & Garden, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rhys O’Connell as General Manager of the newly renovated hotel. O’Connell brings an extensive resume spanning more than two decades with some of the world’s most recognized hotel brands.

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Tampa, Las Vegas, San Diego leading Q3 U.S. group revenue recovery

Hotel Business

The third quarter of this year shows the top 25 U.S. markets have recovered 99.1% for group business compared to the same time in 2019, according to the Hospitality Group and Business Performance Index from Knowland and Amadeus. Group bookings are calculated using occupancy and average daily rate (ADR.) The index combines event data from Knowland with hotel booking data from Amadeus to give both individual and aggregate views of the key drivers of hotel performance and is updated on a quarterly

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Omni Hotels & Resorts has officially broken ground on the Omni Pontoque Resort at Punta de Mita

eHotelier

Set to open in Summer 2026, Omni Hotels & Resorts has officially broken ground on Omni Pontoque Resort at Punta de Mita, the brand’s first luxury resort in Mexico. This beachfront resort will feature 244 guest rooms and suites as well as two 4-bedroom villas with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. The resort will pay homage to the local culture rooted in the location’s natural surroundings.

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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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How restaurant owners can ease the pressure of inflation

Fast Casual

Restaurant owners are facing dramatic increases in operating costs. Fortunately, there are ways they can fight back.

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InterContinental Lisbon makes a difference during IHG’s “Giving For Good” Month

eHotelier

Making a difference for the community is what drives the entire InterContinental Lisbon team, who came together to help those in need by preparing 1,000 meals in favour of ReFood and raising funds to support children from SOS Children’s Village and the Portuguese Association for Autism (APPDA). “Giving For Good” is the motto of several inspiring and supportive actions that took place at the five-star property for IHG’s philanthropic month.

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INTELITY Named Best Guest Experience & Staff Management Platform in the U.S. from LUXlife Hospitality Awards 2023

Hospitality Net

Los Angeles, CA (October 19, 2023) - INTELITY®, provider of hospitality’s leading guest experience and staff management platform, announced it has been recognized as the Best Guest Experience & Staff Management Platform in the U.S. by the 2023 LUXlife Hospitality Awards. This is the second year in a row that INTELITY has earned high recognition from the LUXlife Hospitality Awards program.

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Travel Outlook’s Omnichannel Telephony enhances guest service and reduces hotel labor expense

eHotelier

In a world where seamless communication is paramount for business success, Travel Outlook is now offering an omnichannel telephony system for its hotel clients. This new system will revolutionize the way hotels connect with their guests, offering a unified and consistent communication experience across all channels.

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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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Maximize Direct Bookings with Local Event Magic

Revenue Hub

Whether they revolve around sports, fashion, music or art, public events possess a unique power to bring together diverse crowds from across the globe. NB: This is an article from The Hotels Network , one of our Expert Partners Amidst the excitement and anticipation that surrounds these gatherings, one critical aspect is certain: the attendees will be in search of a place to stay.

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Crexendo and Nomadix sign strategic distribution agreement

eHotelier

Crexendo, Inc., an award-winning premier provider of cloud communication platform and services, video collaboration, and managed IT services, and ​​Nomadix® Inc​., bringing connected experiences to life, today announced the signing of a strategic distribution agreement.

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How To Avoid Overbooking In the Hotel Industry

Revenue Hub

Overbooking is a common problem in the hospitality industry, causing major issues for both – hoteliers and guests. NB: This is an article from innQuest Striking the perfect balance between fully booked rooms and avoiding overbooking can be a challenging task. As is known, overbooking can be a delicate issue for hotels, as it causes disgruntled guests who are unable to check into their rooms.

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NewcrestImage Acquires Three Courtyard Hotels

Finance & Development : Lodging Magazine

NewcrestImage acquired three Courtyard by Marriott hotels from W.P. Carey. Two properties—Albuquerque International Sunport and Indianapolis International Airport—have already closed, while Chicago O’Hare International Airport is expected to close in early November. “These hotels, with their strategic airport locations in high-traffic markets, offer significant opportunities for growth,” said Mehul Patel, managing partner and CEO of NewcrestImage.

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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.