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What really matters to travel industry insiders when making 2024 travel plans?

eHotelier

Spending more, booking earlier, lost luggage fears and delayed revenge travel are some of the insights provided by Sabre’s global workforce in a recent survey about 2024 travel planning.

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How F&B Companies Can Mitigate Some of the Industry’s Biggest Risks

Modern Restaurant Management

Already one of the largest sectors of the global economy, the food and beverage industry shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, according to the Business Research Company’s 2023 Food and Beverages Global Market Report, the global industry’s market size grew over 7.3 percent from $6,729.54 billion in 2022 to $7,221.73 billion in 2023 in one year alone.

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How to Schedule Employees Effectively in 9 Steps

7 Shifts

A restaurant’s schedule is its framework for success. It’s the key to creating a consistent experience every day, week, and month of the year — the essential structure for the restaurant’s operations. Getting it right is critical for sustained success in the restaurant industry. But it isn’t simple. Effective employee scheduling means finding the right mix of shifts and shift types for your business.

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WTTC and Biosphere join to standardise International Hotel Sustainability

eHotelier

In a joint effort to promote sustainability in the Travel & Tourism sector, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Biosphere have inked a partnership to promote sustainability criteria in the hotel industry under the Hotel Sustainability Basics initiative.

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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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ALIS Panel Brings Diverse Segments of Travel Together to Discuss Challenges, Solutions

Lodging Magazine

LODGING is live from ALIS 2024, brought to you by Choice Hotels. Access more of our live coverage here. The keynote panel at ALIS brought together executives from a variety of different segments of the travel industry to address some of the current trends and potential challenges to further growth and a key focus of the discussion was leisure and international travel.

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Expert Insights on the RBI/Carrols Deal

Modern Restaurant Management

The new year has just begun and already there’s a big deal in the restaurant industry as Restaurant Brands International Inc., parent company of Burger Kings inked an estimated $1 billion deal to acquire Carrols Restaurant Group, the largest Burger King franchisee in the United States, operating 1,022 restaurants in 23 states. The transaction is part of Burger King's Reclaim the Flame plan to accelerate sales growth and drive franchisee profitability.

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The Hotels Network Is Redefining Direct Channel Traffic Acquisition With Predictive Audiences

eHotelier

The Hotels Network (THN), a direct growth platform for hotels, has launched Predictive Audiences to boost Return On Advertising Spend (ROAS) for hoteliers. Powered by AI and hospitality-specific algorithms, this innovative tool makes it possible to optimize retargeting campaigns, effectively bringing high-value users back to the hotel’s website. Predictive Audiences is redefining traffic acquisition by empowering hotels to fine-tune retargeting campaign bidding for guests that are more likely to

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I Am So Tired of Hearing About Everybody’s Gut Health

EATER

Shutterstock Brands are more willing to talk about our gas and bad poops than ever, and it’s getting a little uncomfortable Instagram is a minefield for many reasons, but the thing I find myself most frequently having to dodge at the moment is poop. I could chalk it up to the fact that the app’s algorithm knows I’m a 36-year-old woman whose digestive system is becoming increasingly fragile, but I’m not the only one who’s seeing this constant glut of ads, sponsored content, and memes all centered

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North America Hotels Leveraging Maestro PMS’s Revolutionary GuestXMS Features to Improve Communication and Boost Guest Engagement

eHotelier

Maestro PMS, continues to help elevate hotel operations through expanded communications provided by its Guest Experience Management solution, or GuestXMS. This complete, seamless engagement hub provides hotels with two-way SMS communication between staff and guests, along with expanded internal communication capabilities for hotel operators.

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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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Grab-and-Go Success: Five Questions for Hoteliers to Consider

Lodging Magazine

Food and beverage expenses are on the rise, and it’s prompting hoteliers to rethink their strategies. An STR analysis published in LODGING found that heightened labor costs along with other F&B expenses cut into hotel profit margins in 2023. This reality has prompted operators to scale back some services and invest in new solutions, according to an October 2023 CBRE analysis for LODGING.

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Radisson Hotel Group signs first Radisson RED hotel in Berlin

eHotelier

Radisson Hotel Group announces the signing of Radisson RED Berlin Kudamm, the Group’s first bold and cutting-edge upscale Radisson RED property in Germany’s capital, set to open in late spring 2024.

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HB on the Scene: Leaders discuss state of travel at ALIS

Hotel Business

While the uncharacteristic L.A. rain put a damper on the usually boisterous outdoor meeting area, the first day of the 2024 edition of the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS), held at the JW Marriott/Ritz-Carlton Los Angeles L.A. Live, featured several insights and a mostly cautiously optimistic crowd. During the “State of the Industry” session, moderated by Geoff Freeman , president/CEO, U.S.

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Megan Ferguson appointed Director of Sales and Marketing at The Ritz-Carlton Central Park, New York

eHotelier

The Ritz-Carlton Central Park, New York - the iconic property located in Midtown Manhattan - is delighted to announce the appointment of Megan Ferguson as their new Director of Sales and Marketing. Stepping into the role from 22 January 2024, Megan brings over two decades of experience in ultra-luxury hospitality to this position.

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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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Where to Buy Bonbons for Valentine’s Day

EATER

Cacao and Cardamom’s Baker’s Dozen Valentine’s Day gift box. | Cacao and Cardamom 13 chocolate shops where you can find the best Valentine’s Day gift there is I am an avowed supporter of Valentine’s Day — not because I have a particularly rosy-eyed view of love and friendships, although I’m also pro those things. But I’m really here for the chocolate, which on Valentine’s Day, deservedly takes pride of place, conversation hearts and flower arrangements notwithstanding.

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Justin Kam named Corporate Director of Insurance at Outrigger Hospitality Group

eHotelier

OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group announced Justin Kam corporate director of insurance with oversight of the insurance placement and enterprise risk management for its owned and managed properties, including global properties and affiliated entities within the company structure. Kam will be involved in OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group’s development efforts with insurance planning and placement during the due diligence.

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LE: Dallas leads U.S. hotel construction pipeline

Hotel Business

In the ever-changing landscape of the U.S. hospitality industry, the Q4 2023 U.S. Construction Pipeline Trend Report by Lodging Econometrics (LE) sheds light on dynamic trends across key markets. Dallas emerges as a powerhouse, leading the nation with a record-breaking 193 projects/22,291 rooms, signifying the city’s robust growth and confidence in the hospitality sector.

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International Tourism to reach pre-pandemic levels in 2024

eHotelier

According to the first UNWTO World Tourism Barometer of the year, international tourism ended 2023 at 88% of pre-pandemic levels, with an estimated 1.3 billion international arrivals. The unleashing of remaining pent-up demand, increased air connectivity, and a stronger recovery of Asian markets and destinations, are expected to underpin a full recovery by the end of 2024.

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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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RREAF, Innisfree to develop Margaritaville resort in Texas

Hotel Business

RREAF Holdings LLC has partnered with developer/operator Innisfree Hotels to develop Margaritaville Beach Resort Galveston in Galveston, TX. The deal totals just over $250 million and, once complete, the resort will occupy 300,000 sq. ft. The property will feature 334 rooms and include offerings such as a 2.5-acre water park overlooking the beach, a ballroom and direct beach access.

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Massachusetts Hotel unveils name change and rebranding

eHotelier

The Southbridge, Massachusetts-based Southbridge Hotel & Conference Center has completed a name change and rebranding to the historically rich Wellsworth Hotel.

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Welcome to ALIS 2024

Lodging Magazine

LODGING is live from ALIS 2024, brought to you by Choice Hotels. Access more of our live coverage here. Once again, LODGING is live at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS). For 2024, hundreds of attendees congregated for the first day of the show, which was filled with opportunities to network with colleagues and learn about industry updates through educational and general sessions.

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8 Best Hotel eCommerce Strategies

Revenue Hub

Hotel eCommerce refers to commercial transactions that are conducted electronically over the Internet. In the hotel industry, we typically talk about hotel booking engines rather than eCommerce, but if you sell your services online, it’s technically eCommerce. NB: This is an article from Mews Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Typical eCommerce includes online travel agents and agencies, booking engines, metasearch engines, and other third-party sites selling hotel ro

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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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Your N/A Cocktail’s Secret Weapon: Hop Water

EATER

These easy nonalcoholic cocktails—a Paloma, Michelada and Collins—come together simply thanks to a secret ingredient: hop water.

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The Importance of Top-Level KPIs vs Deep Dive Analysis

Revenue Hub

In the dynamic landscape of Hospitality Business Strategy, the significance of data-driven decision-making is paramount. On one side of the spectrum are top-level Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and on the other, deep-dive analytics. NB: This is an article from Juyo Analytics , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Though distinct in their approach, both play pivotal roles in steering business success.

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We Can’t Escape Health-Coded Buzzwords

EATER

Get ready to see the word “harvest” everywhere as a new wave of health terms takes over the snack aisle. | Pringles.com The brands are reinventing marketing terms again This post originally appeared in the January 21, 202 3 edition of Weekend Extra, a place for the freshest news from the food world. Subscribe now. Jargon alert! Every few years, marketing specialists come up with a new word to slap on processed snacks to try to make you forget whatever you’re eating did not come to you straight f

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Saudi’s Boutique Group to transform Jeddah’s Al Hamra Palace into ultra-luxury hotel

Hospitality Net

Boutique Group has partnered with the international architecture design firm, OBMI, and the renowned French interior designer Jacques Garcia for the transformation of historic and cultural palaces into ultra-luxury boutique hotels.

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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.