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Lotte New York Palace case study of how a robo-massage expands wellness revenues

eHotelier

In the wild world of welltech that we’re now entering, robo technologies are not here to supplant traditional spa teams or services, but to help hotels maximize the use of their spaces and find new customers.

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Chef behind celebrated Bartiga opens second Double Bay venue

Hospitality Magazine

When Bartiga opened in Double Bay early this year, it found its way into myriad articles celebrating the revival of the suburb. Now, the co-owner and chef behind much of Bartiga’s success is opening Ruma, his second Double Bay venture. Chef Faheem Noor boasts a hefty 25 years in the industry. Starting out in London, he honed his skills at establishments including Maze by Gordon Ramsay before moving to Australia in 2010 and quickly making his mark on the local dining scene.

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Dusit Hotels and Resorts to make Malaysia debut with Dusit Princess Melaka opening

eHotelier

Dusit Hotels and Resorts under Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, is delighted to announce the soft opening of its first hotel in Malaysia, Dusit Princess Melaka, on 7 December 2024.

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Culinary-approved Christmas gift guide

Hospitality Magazine

Hospitality’s Christmas gift guide has you covered when it comes to buying that something special for the culinary-obsessed person in your life. Here’s our round-up spanning a ready-to-drink martini from one of Australia’s best restaurants, a Puglia-crafted butter dish, and an egg cup unlike any other. Christmas pudding Michael Wholley Sydney’s Continental Deli is renowned for its canned range, and now you can get a tinned Christmas pudding that’s ready to crack open at your convenience.

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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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Chuck Moses appointed Vice President of Sales at First Hospitality

eHotelier

First Hospitality, a national hotel operating, management, and development company, announces the appointment of Chuck Moses as vice president of sales. Moses brings more than 20 years of experience in hospitality sales to this position.

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Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas champions wildlife conservation with funds raised for project Rewild Desaru

eHotelier

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, in collaboration with JungleWalla Adventures and Wildlife Tours, has proudly announced the successful results of its Dollar for Deeds initiative

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Holiday Diners Seek Out Unique Experiences

Modern Restaurant Management

This holiday season, 67 percent of diners are seeking more than standard reservations, with themed holiday meals (44 percent) and multi-course feasts (39 percent) being the most popular options, according to a survey from Tock. Survey results indicate diners are seeking distinctive dining experiences, planning ahead with early reservations, and seeking out earlier evening bookings The holiday season is bringing a wave of excitement among diners, with 68 percent of respondents planning to celebra

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Gayla Guyse appointed General Manager of Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel

eHotelier

Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Gayla Guyse as General Manager of the highly anticipated Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel

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The Platinum Rule: Lead by Understanding Others

Modern Restaurant Management

Several years ago, I ran environmental health for a food and beverage company with a team of three people, plus me. We were responsible for safety and compliance for more than 150,000 square feet of stores in five different cities, and despite being a successful department, our work styles couldn’t have been more different. Person A preferred detailed, novel-length emails and excel sheets.

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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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Phetchaburi shines as a culinary gem following the PATA destination marketing forum 2024

eHotelier

PATA Destination Marketing Forum 2024 (PDMF 2024), held from November 12-14 at the Dusit Thani Hua Hin in Phetchaburi Province, Thailand.

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The Revolutionary AI Strategy for Hotels Based on the Blue Ocean Strategy

Hospitality Net

This strategy positions hotels as pioneers in creating new market spaces where AI and human synergy redefine hospitality, surpassing competition, and focusing on value innovation. It addresses challenges with a systematic and people-first digital transformation process that encompasses AI readiness, AI implementation, and AI in day-to-day operations.

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Radisson Hotel Group bolsters its Indian Ocean presence with the opening of Crystals Beach Resort Belle Mare

eHotelier

Radisson Hotel Group proudly announces the opening of Crystals Beach Resort Belle Mare, a member of Radisson Individuals.

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These Are the 2024 Eater Award Winners

EATER

Carnitas Ramirez in Alphabet City received an award from Eater NY for Best Counter-Service Spot. | Jutharat Pinyodoonyachet/Eater NY Raise a glass to the year’s best bars, restaurants, pop-ups, and roving trucks across 20 Eater cities What does 2024 taste like? Just ask Eater’s local city editors who’ve been tirelessly scouring their regions — from sampling Boston’s premier bakery for ube brownies to test-driving San Diego’s stellar yakitori experiences — in search of the best dining experiences

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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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10 hotel trends for 2025 that you should care about

STAAH

Keeping up with the latest trends is essential. Serving as a guiding North Star, they can help you refine your approach and assess your hotel’s standing in the market. The Covid era behind us, there is definitely no going back to business as usual for the hospitality sector. From technology demands to purchasing behaviours, guests have evolved considerably.

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Tasty Gifts That Give Back

EATER

Lesley Suter/Jordan Moss Even out your commerce karma this Giving Tuesday with charitable gifts that pull double duty for your kitchen and the world Sometimes there’s no getting over the feeling that, no matter how thoughtful you are, the drive to give gifts is only contributing to the amount of Stuff in the world. Stuff that will eventually get thrown in a landfill or whose sale will ultimately end up bettering the lives of the corporate executives whose company produced it.

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Peachtree acquires sixth DST-structured hotel

Hotel Business

Peachtree Group has acquired its sixth hotel property structured as a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) with the 90-key Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Augustine I-95 in the greater Jacksonville, FL, area. This latest DST offering is the third to close this year following the completion of the Residence Inn Tampa Wesley Chapel DST in November. Peachtree’s DST hospitality acquisitions continue to present compelling opportunities for 1031 exchange investors seeking to reinvest proceeds from the sale of ap

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‘Top Chef’ Host Kristen Kish Is Leading Her First NY Kitchen

EATER

Plus, updates on the Waldorf Astoria restaurant from Michael Anthony

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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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Island Hospitality named operator of Syracuse Embassy Suites

Hotel Business

Island Hospitality Management has been named the operator of the 209-room Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse Destiny USA in Syracuse, NY. As reported by Hotel Business , the property was recently acquired by private equity firm Excel Group. “We’re thrilled to manage this premier hotel in a vibrant new market for Island Hospitality here in Syracuse,” said Gregg Forde, president/COO, Island Hospitality Management. “Our teams are well-prepared for this new addition and excite

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Meliá Hotels International expands in the Dominican Republic with INNSiDE by Meliá

Hospitality Net

Meliá Hotels International has announced the expansion of its INNSiDE by Meliá brand in the Dominican Republic, which is deemed a strategic destination for the company. The plan includes the opening of two new establishments in Punta Cana. Notably, these will be Meliá’s first franchised hotels in the Caribbean, marking a significant milestone in the group’s regional expansion.

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For Many Puerto Ricans, It’s Not Christmas Without Pasteles

EATER

Making Pasteles in the kitchen at the Freakin Rican in Astoria, Queens. How the beloved, labor-intensive dish — folded with malanga, yuca, plantains, and pork — became an essential part of Puerto Rican cuisine For many Puerto Ricans, Christmastime is pasteles season. Come November, many of us are already thinking about how we’re going to score our pasteles, a complicated, labor-intensive holiday dish.

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Driving Revenue Growth: What is Hotel Dynamic Pricing

Revenue Hub

Imagine if your hotel room rates could shift as smoothly as gas prices, responding to demand, seasonality or even events in town. NB: This is an article from Canary Technologies Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Even better, what if these rooms could add ancillary revenue when you have a full house? That’s the power of dynamic pricing in the hotel industry.

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Business Automation in Hospitality: A New World

Dive into the transformative potential of business automation within the hospitality sector. This comprehensive overview showcases how innovative technologies can streamline operations, reduce costs, and elevate guest satisfaction. Discover the advantages of integrating systems like automated check-ins, CRM, and energy management to not only save on expenses but also to provide a seamless and personalized guest experience.

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Your Tree Requires a Tiny Pyrex Ornament

EATER

On day two of the Eater Advent Calendar, unwrap a moment of squee for any Pyrex collector or fan Over the past several years, I’ve amassed a pretty respectable collection of vintage Pyrex dishes , and I’m only one of many collectors obsessed with the classic brand’s cheery, colorful prints. As such, I’ll definitely be hanging this adorable Christmas ornament from Etsy on the most prominent branch of my tree.

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Discount Hotel Rates: Strategies for Revenue Management

Revenue Hub

The strategic implementation of discount hotel rates can significantly impact occupancy and revenue generation when executed properly. NB: This is an article from Chekin Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date A well-planned discount strategy helps maintain competitive advantage while ensuring profitability. Effective Discount Hotel Rates Strategies Length of Stay Incentives Extended stay discounts represent a powerful tool for increasing average booking duration.

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On Christmas, the Chinese Restaurant Lazy Susan Satisfies All

EATER

Patrons at San Francisco’s R&G Lounge on Christmas Day, 2023. I’d only known having Chinese food on Christmas as a Jewish tradition. Spending Christmas night at R&G Lounge in San Francisco reminded me that everyone shares a seat at these tables. There were a lot of people dining at San Francisco’s R&G Lounge last Christmas, but not as many — it’s okay, as a Jew I can say this — Jewish people as I expected.

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Key Methods to Optimize Your Price: Your Lead Domino

Revenue Hub

Price optimization and sensitivity analysis are essential tools for refining your pricing strategy to maximize revenue. NB: This is an article from Compass Hotel Consulting Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date By understanding how price adjustments influence customer demand, you can pinpoint the ideal price that strikes the right balance between sales volume and profitability.

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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