Wed.Nov 20, 2024

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Staying agile in hotel development

eHotelier

Deciding to make a significant change in the direction of a project requires a careful, balanced approach to maintain stakeholder alignment and ensure project success. Here’s a quick synopsis of how to navigate such a scenario.

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Sydney’s newest Spanish-inspired bar lands in Pyrmont

Hospitality Magazine

The team behind Accor Hotels’ Handwritten Collection has opened Percy, a 50-seat Spanish-style tapas and wine bar in the heart of Pyrmont. The menu offers a trip across Spain, with dishes inspired by the Basque-style pintxos of San Sebastian and the small tapas plates of Barcelona. Set in Pyrmont’s historic Hotel Woolstore 1888, low lighting and heavy timber pylons lend a cosy ambience to the revamped venue.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts strengthens its leisure portfolio with the signing of Holiday Inn Resort Dharamshala

eHotelier

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Aaraki Hotels & Resorts to develop Holiday Inn Resort Dharamshala.

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2025 Sydney restaurant openings to keep an eye on

Hospitality Magazine

2025 is gearing up to be a big year for established Sydney hospitality businesses – here are two new venues to keep an eye on. Efendy Group Somer Sivrioglu has confirmed Efendy Group will open a seafood-centric restaurant inside the Sydney Fish Market, which is slated for completion later next year, according to the SMH. The unnamed restaurant marks the first time the chef will solely focus on seafood, with his current venues spanning Anason and Baharat in Barangaroo, Maydanoz in the CBD,

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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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Marriott International expands branded residences portfolio in Europe, Middle East & Africa region

eHotelier

Today at the Resort and Residential Forum, Marriott International announces its accelerated growth in its branded residential portfolio in the Europe, Middle East & Africa (“EMEA”) region

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John Luckett appointed President of Hospality Operations at Kessler

eHotelier

Kessler, a dynamic family-led hospitality brand transforming vibrant destinations with boutique hotels, restaurants and experiences across the Southeast has appointed seasoned hotelier, John Luckett as president of hospitality operations.

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Restaurant Workforce Research: Reflecting on 2024 and Optimizing for 2025

Modern Restaurant Management

Long after the restaurant industry felt the most significant impacts of the pandemic, echoes still reverberate in the form of workforce realities and operational challenges. After millions left the industry in 2020, restaurants responded by increasing wages and leaning into incentives to attract employees back. This adaptability allowed the industry to come back even stronger, but to this day, the struggle to attract and retain a stable workforce remains.

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Guests expectations in 2025: A complete guide on how to engage travellers

eHotelier

As time passes and technology keeps evolving, we enter into a new era of guest expectations. As we’ve said before, it's no longer enough to meet their needs simply, the challenge now lies in exceeding them.

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Luxury projects hit historic highs while limited-service hotel development booms in the United States

Hotel Business

The hotel development pipeline in the U.S. reveals developers increasingly splitting their attention between full-service projects and the rapidly expanding limited-service segment. According to recent data from Lodging Econometrics (LE) , while luxury hotels continue to target high-net-worth travelers with opulent new builds, the most dynamic growth continues to occur in the upper-midscale chain scale.

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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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Novotel and Universal Pictures reveal an enchanting partnership with Wicked

eHotelier

Novotel, where family stays become magical journeys, is proud to announce an enchanting collaboration with Universal Pictures for the much-anticipated release of Wicked.

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The Science of Food Safety: Understanding and Preventing Foodborne Illness Outbreaks

Modern Restaurant Management

Recent outbreaks have highlighted vulnerabilities in food safety systems. What are the early warning signs that restaurants should monitor to prevent widespread contamination? How do factors like suppliers, but also kitchen layout, equipment design, and workflow patterns impact contamination risk? How restaurants can leverage technology to avoid spreading foodborne illness and protect their team members and customers?

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Tiffany Cooper appointed Head of Development at Mandarin Oriental

eHotelier

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Tiffany Cooper as Head of Development, Americas.

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Waldorf Astoria New York to Open Lex Yard in Spring 2025

Lodging Magazine

NEW YORK CITY—Waldorf Astoria New York shared details on the property’s signature restaurant, Lex Yard, helmed by Chef Partner Michael Anthony. Expected to debut in spring 2025, the two-story American Brasserie-style restaurant will combine the energy of New York and contemporary dining, including a bar and dining room for locals, residents of Waldorf Astoria New York, and guests for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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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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Hyatt Regency Brand set to grow by 70% in The Balkans

eHotelier

Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced plans for scaled growth of the Hyatt Regency brand on the Balkan Peninsula.

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Avion Hospitality takes charge of two Hyatt hotels in Charleston, South Carolina

Hotel Management Network

Avion Hospitality has assumed management of two Hyatt hotels in Charleston, SC, taking a strategic move in the hospitality sector. The post Avion Hospitality takes charge of two Hyatt hotels in Charleston, South Carolina appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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Baymahni Resort Selects Aptech’s PVNG Accounting Solution for Seamless Financial Management Ahead of Summer 2025 Opening

Hospitality Net

Aptech, a leading provider of enterprise accounting, business intelligence, financial planning and management solutions for the hospitality industry, today announces that Baymahni Resort in the Bahamas has selected its PVNG accounting solution to manage the resort’s finances through its renovation and construction phase, as well as for ongoing operations when the property opens for reservations in summer 2025.

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Amadeus: Delays, Cancellations, and Costs Cause Friction for U.S. Travelers

Lodging Magazine

NEW YORK—Despite the encouraging traveler volumes seen in many markets in 2024, travelers continue to be impacted by a range of frustrations while on a journey, according to Amadeus’ latest U.S. traveler survey, Friction Removed. The research finds that while delays, planning, cost, and the airport experience are among the top concerns, there is no single cause of distress, with each traveler experiencing friction differently.

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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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JOALI Debuts Island Homes in Maldives

Hospitality Net

JOALI launches Island Homes, a rare opportunity to own an exceptional private residence in the multi-award-winning first wellbeing island of its kind in the Maldives. The island is only a 40-minute scenic journey by seaplane from Velana International Airport or a 90-minute leisurely yacht cruise from Maafaru International Airport, the region’s closest private jet landing runway.

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‘Sift’ Is a Deep, Delicious Dive Into the How and Why of Baking

EATER

Lille Allen/Eater A mix of recipes and reference guide, Nicola Lamb’s debut cookbook wants to make you a better baker Most folks watch The Great British Bake Off for the drama and pretty bakes, with no intention of ever hauling out their mixer. Then there are those who watch the show’s contestants build jaw dropping showstopper desserts and say, “Ooo, I’m going to try that next weekend.

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Marriott Signs Agreement To Bring Second Edition Hotel To Shanghai

Hospitality Net

Marriott International Inc. recently announced that it has signed an agreement with New Development Group to bring the second EDITION Hotels to Shanghai, set to open in 2026. Striking the perfect balance between taste-making design, excellent service, and an authentic connection to the locale, The Shanghai EDITION, Changfeng Park, aims to redefine the concept of luxury in the vibrant Putuo District.

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I’ll Have a Martini on the Rocks, Please

EATER

The Martini on the rocks is back at top cocktail bars across the country. Here's why, and why the midcentury drink deserves a revival.

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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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Arlo Hotels Debuts Arlo Washington DC

Hospitality Net

Arlo Hotels, the independent lifestyle hotel brand with properties in New York, Chicago and Miami, is pleased to announce that the highly anticipated Arlo Washington DC will officially open on November 18, 2024. Located within the heart of downtown D.C., within walking distance of Penn Quarter, Judiciary Square and Capitol Hill, the hotel is surrounded by the city’s top attractions, including the National Mall, museums, the convention center, and top dining, shopping and entertainment venues.

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Room Categories: Descriptions, Photos, and Pricing That Sell

Revenue Hub

Do your hotel’s least expensive rooms often fill quickly, while premium rooms and suites sit empty or are given away as free upgrades? NB: This is an article from RoomPriceGenie , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Do guests and staff often get confused about the differences among room types? Managing room categories is one of the most challenging aspects of hotel revenue management.

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It’s time to embed human-centric principles in all organizations

Hospitality Net

For too long, the vast majority of humanity has been left out of the business equation, says the Dean of EHL Hospitality Business School, Dr Achim Schmitt. Now educators need to play their part in driving a new, more human-centric approach.

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Order Your Holiday Panettone Now

EATER

Don’t call it a fruit cake. These are the very best panettoni to buy this season This time of year brings some of the best of baking. There are Christmas cookies, gingerbread, buches de Noel, and then, of course, the ever-versatile panettone. The traditional Italian confection, an eggy, yeasty bread dotted with chunks of fruit and nuts, defies categorization — it can be breakfast, dessert, or a teatime treat.

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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