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Underpayment to be treated as criminal offence under new laws

Hospitality Magazine

Intentional underpayment of wages or entitlements can now be prosecuted as a criminal offence according to new laws implemented on 1 January 2025. The Fair Work Ombudsman will investigate suspected underpayment offences and refer suitable matters for criminal prosecution. Individuals who are found guilty could face a maximum of 10 years in prison. The court may impose fines, prison time, or both on convicted parties.

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How to Use Google Ads for Better Hotel Visibility

Hotelogix

Google Ads help the hotels to enhance their online presence, increase direct bookings , and boost visibility on search engines. It lets you show ads on Google Search, YouTube, and other websites. According to Google, businesses make an average of $2 in revenue for every $1 they spend on Google Ads. This guide explains how Google Ads can help you get more bookings and stand out from other hotels.

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STAAH’s 2024 Channel Insights: Direct Bookings Surge in India

STAAH

STAAH, a leading technology company helping hoteliers unlock their full revenue potential, has unveiled its list of distribution channels that brought the highest booking revenue to hotels across India over the past year. GoMMT retains its top spot from last year as the most preferred online booking channel by Indian travellers followed by Agoda and Booking.com.

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Roomzzz on track to reach its full potential with help from SiteMinder’s platform

SiteMinder

Roomzzz was an early player in the UK aparthotel sector, launching its first property in Leeds as a family-run venture. Today, the brand operates 866 units across cities from London to Edinburgh, each with a distinct identity. Combining the comforts of a serviced apartment with the luxuries of a hotel, Victoria Curley , Head of Commercial , highlights one such thoughtful touch that is unique to the aparthotel sector: We provide a complimentary pastry each morning.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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STAAH reveals direct hotel bookings surge for Oceania in 2024

STAAH

STAAH, a leading technology company helping hoteliers unlock their full revenue potential, has unveiled its list of distribution channels that brought the highest booking revenue to hotels across the Oceania region, including New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific Islands. STAAH s list of top distribution channels is based on hotel reservations that have passed through its channel manager network of 500+ integrations across the world.

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Unlock Hidden Revenue in Your Hotel: The AI Gold Rush Playbook to Skyrocket Guest Experiences & Avoid Costly Mistakes

Are Morch

The siren song of artificial intelligence (AI) is echoing through the halls of the hospitality industry, promising a future of effortless efficiency and hyper-personalized guest experiences. But, like any gold rush, there are perils along the path to riches. Hotels eager to adopt AI must tread carefully, or they risk finding themselves lost in a […] The post Unlock Hidden Revenue in Your Hotel: The AI Gold Rush Playbook to Skyrocket Guest Experiences & Avoid Costly Mistakes appeared f

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Transforming Restaurant Operations: How a POS System with Inventory Revolutionizes Food Cost Management

Adora POS

Learn how a POS with an inventory system can reduce restaurant food waste, driving greater efficiency and profitability.

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Emerging Restaurant and Hospitality Technology Trends for 2025

Fast Casual

Explore key innovations reshaping the industry, from AI-driven personalization and blockchain transparency to AR menus and autonomous delivery. Discover how cutting-edge tech enhances guest experiences, boosts efficiency, and drives sustainability, ensuring businesses stay competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape.

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HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY REPORT: Unlocking guest loyalty and bridging the rebooking gap

Hospitality Net

The cost of living has sky-rocketed in the UK, with 92% of households reporting a rise in their living costs.

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CRUISE – 20

Mary Gostelow

It’s time to talk of other things. No, not rulers and kings, but other forms of lifestyle away from the hotel world. GirlAhead sets off from Boca Raton, and she’s merrily reading The New York Times in the Mercedes, taking her the hour-long journey to Miami Airport. The flight is not for another six hours, but she has lots of work to do. Suddenly, a message flashes up on her little phone screen.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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From Keywords to Conversations: The Ultimate Guide to Generative Search for Hotels

Hospitality Net

Over the past year, the internet has quietly entered what I call a "post-search era." For more than two decades, search engines have been the cornerstone of our online experience, organizing webpages through algorithms designed to match user-typed keywords with ranked lists of hyperlinks. Today, that model is undergoing a profound transformation. Generative AI models, capable of producing context-rich, conversational answers, are replacing static results pages, ushering in a new paradigm for dis

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