EATER

APRIL 19, 2024

As attendance declines at the industry’s giant, one-size-fits-all festivals, a growing roster of more niche events have sprung up in their place.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 19, 2024

Chefs and restaurateurs are constantly seeking innovative methods to elevate dining experiences. One of the latest trends to captivate the gastronomic world is the infusion of Delta 8 THC, a cannabinoid known for its unique psychoactive properties. Here, we’ll explore the science and art behind incorporating Delta 8 into culinary creations, ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and flavorful journey for patrons.

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EATER

APRIL 19, 2024

On the streets of Santiago. | Shutterstock Fresh ceviche from the lengthy Chilean coastline, lamb grilled Patagonian style in a fine dining tasting menu, avocado-loaded completos at the Chilean hot dog’s birthplace, and more of Santiago’s best meals Chile’s transition to democracy in 1990 opened the door for tourism into the country and unleashed a surge of wine exports out of it.

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Lodging Magazine

APRIL 19, 2024

Over the past four years, utility costs at U.S. hotels have increased at a pace greater than total operating revenue. As a result, utility department expenses increased from 2.9 percent of total revenue in 2019 to an estimated 3.3 percent in 2023. As hotels have struggled to recover from the pandemic, any rise in cost ratios is an area of concern for owners and operators.

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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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EATER

APRIL 19, 2024

Dina Ávila We took Via Carota’s 21-layer cacio e pepe lasagna and simplified the living hell out of it There are those dining moments where the stars align: You get a table at the hot new restaurant and while you’re trying to decide what to eat, a dish comes sailing through the dining room and onto the table next to you, making everyone look up from their menus and gush, “Ooh, I’ll have what they’re having!

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Hotel Business

APRIL 19, 2024

The Courtyard Johnson City has completed its extensive renovation. “This renovation showcases LBA’s commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences, adapting to the dynamic preferences of our guests, and bolstering the local economy,” said Farrah Adams, COO, LBA Hospitality. “The significant investment by Flynn Properties Inc. in revitalizing the hotel is more than an upgrade—it’s a catalyst for fostering community connections and supporting growth in

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Revenue Hub

APRIL 19, 2024

As a revenue manager, you know that assessing your hotel’s performance is crucial to staying competitive in your market. But how do you know if you’re truly keeping up with the competition? This is where benchmarking comes in. NB: This is an article from Lighthouse Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Benchmarking provides the necessary context (answering the compared-to-what question from your GM) but also allows you to identify aspects of your revenue management s

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 19, 2024

New reports from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Microsoft highlights the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its role in shaping the future of Travel & Tourism.

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Revenue Hub

APRIL 19, 2024

A hotel Customer Relationship Management (CRM) is intended to seemlessly manage and improve guest relationships and how your hotel provides stellar customer experiences ultimately to improve profitability. NB: This is an article from Tripleseat Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date This technology’s primary goal is to centralize and streamline all customer data.

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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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Hospitality Net

APRIL 19, 2024

UAE-headquartered Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, celebrated its 20th anniversary this week in Berlin at the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF), where the then start-up was first announced in 2004.

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Revenue Hub

APRIL 19, 2024

In the realm of boosting direct bookings, numerous hotels find themselves constrained by a finite set of strategies. While hotel marketing tools such as organic content, social media posts, and email campaigns contribute to generating interest in a property, they fall short in pinpointing the precise moment when a potential guest is prepared to make a reservation.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 19, 2024

2023 was the most dispersed year of travel with guests on Airbnb traveling to more than 100,000 cities and towns across more than 200 countries and regions. As guests continue to explore new destinations, more people than ever before have the opportunity to reap the economic benefits of home sharing. In the US alone, Hosts earned more than $24 billion in supplemental income in 2023, helping them make ends meet, save for retirement, and pay their mortgage.

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Revenue Hub

APRIL 19, 2024

Email remains a powerful tool for hotel prospecting, offering a direct line to potential clients. In fact, email marketing has a 2x higher return than cold calling. However, it’s not enough to simply email prospects, the key lies in strategic and thoughtful communication to stand out amidst the barrage of emails recipients receive daily. NB: This is an article from Upmail Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Here are some tips to elevate your hotel prospecting game through emai

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Hotel Business

APRIL 19, 2024

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation has opened the Signature Inn Winnemucca located in Winnemucca, NV. The 40-room, upper-economy hotel is located close to Winnemucca Golf Course and Humboldt Museum. “The conversion of the Signature Inn Winnemucca, the latest of several Signature Inn properties expected to open this year, is part of the rapid growth of Sonesta’s portfolio,” said Keith Pierce, EVP/president, franchise & development, Sonesta.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 19, 2024

Twenty-one years after the opening of the legendary Nammos Restaurant, Nammos Hotels & Resorts is launching its inaugural property, Nammos Hotel Mykonos, ready to welcome guests from 27th April. Nammos Hotels & Resorts, the new hospitality brand from ADMO Lifestyle Holding (ADMO) - a joint venture between Alpha Dhabi and Monterock International, is excited to bring to life the hospitality brand’s first property on Psarou Bay’s golden sands, the same beach where Nammos Restaurant resides.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 19, 2024

Jamie Marozzi is an original founder of LocOhana Tropical Grill, formerly known as Biggy's, a Caribbean-inspired hotspot on Long Beach Island, New Jersey. In this discussion with Franchise Growth Solutions , he discusses the transition from Biggy's to LocOhana, which translates to "crazy family," and the decision to franchise the brand.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 19, 2024

Tucked away within the heart of the iconic Mykonos Town, celebrated for its charming architecture, vibrant energy, and unique views, Anandes Hotel emerges as the latest independent luxury boutique hotel, set to open in June 2024. Gracing a high point of Mykonos’ enchanting Old Town (Chora), overlooking its glaring white houses, windmills and the breathtaking view of the Aegean Sea, Anandes Hotel is re-defining the new Cycladic chic style.

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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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Lodging Magazine

APRIL 19, 2024

WASHINGTON—Helped by the total solar eclipse, U.S. hotel performance increased from the previous week, according to CoStar’s latest data through April 13, 2024. U.S. Hotel Performance April 7-13, 2024 Percentage change from comparable week in 2023:Occupancy: 65.8 percent (up 2.8 percent)ADR: $160.20 (up 2.9 percent)RevPAR: $105.48 (up 5.8 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, Philadelphia reported the largest year-over-year increase in occupancy (up 23.2 percent to 77.0 percent) and RevPAR (u

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 19, 2024

Mercure, a midscale brand from global hospitality leader Accor, announces the opening of Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre. Featuring 989 thoughtfully designed rooms, this newly built hotel is the largest Mercure hotel in the world.

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Nation's Restaurant News

APRIL 19, 2024

Plus, hear from Chris Eichfeld, director of supply chain for District Taco

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 19, 2024

The 262-room hotel serves as a launchpad for savvy travelers to explore the authenticity of Shanghai.

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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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Hotel Owner

APRIL 19, 2024

The average lead time for accommodation bookings has increased 13% year-on-year to 83 days for the coming London Marathon weekend, according to data from SiteMinder. The lead time for the upcoming weekend is also 46% longer than the weekend immediately prior. According to SiteMinder’s vice president of ecosystem and strategic partnerships, James Bishop, the rise in lead time reflects “growing confidence and increasingly-proactive planning by ever-savvier travellers, which offers strategic opport

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 19, 2024

Somewhere there is a world where destinies collide. A world where one can spread their wings and wander, exactly as one wishes. In April, Sofitel takes us to this very special place with its new campaign starring Gillian Anderson and Dali Benssalah, the brand’s two ambassadors. A short film immortalized in the Sofitel Mexico City Reforma, an iconic hotel that unites past and present at the heart of a city with a rich culture.

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Hotel Owner

APRIL 19, 2024

As some of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines anticipate record passenger numbers this summer, it’s clear that the ongoing cost-of-living crisis is not as strong a deterrent for holiday makers as first feared. In fact, according to data firm OAG, European airlines have set aside more than 800 million seats between April and October, and further data indicates that 84% of consumers are prioritising travel within their own personal budgets this year.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 19, 2024

Fairfield by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary brands, recently announced the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Chengdu High-Tech Zone, which marks the brand’s 50th hotel opening milestone in Greater China. Located close to Guilong Park in Shuangliu District, the 145-room hotel is set to bring an inviting and seamless stay experience for travelers in the new area of Chengdu, the capital city of Sichuan province.

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