Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 30, 2024
The QSR industry is heading into 2025 at a crossroads of innovation and expectation. After a year defined by the rapid adoption of AI and other technologies, not every new tool has shown promise. At the same time, a rise in fast-food prices driven by inflation is reshaping consumer behavior, with many customers now treating fast food as a splurge rather than a convenience.
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 30, 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, were excited to look back at the stories that resonated most with our readers on Hospitality Net this year. From thought-provoking opinion pieces to key industry insights, these articles captured the attention of hospitality professionals worldwide. Weve compiled the most-read stories from the past 12 months for you to explore and reflect on as we prepare for another exciting year ahead.
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Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 30, 2024
The restaurant experience was once solely comprised of human-to-human, in-person experiences. Fast food and food delivery gradually began changing that equation. Then, in 2020, we saw the restaurant industry go through a major digital upheaval, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2022, with the introduction of ChatGPT, we saw restaurants – and just about everyother industry – look for ways to incorporate artificial intelligence within their customer operations. 2024 was a year of ex
Hotel Business
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Rocco Forte Hotels hasappointed Elena Black as SVP, marketing, joining the executive leadership team. With more than two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Black brings a wealth of expertise in brand development, marketing strategy and customer engagement, according to the company. Prior to joining Rocco Forte Hotels, she spent more than 13 years at Six Senses, where she played a pivotal role in shaping its distinctive and powerful brand.
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Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 30, 2024
In a recent report shared by TouchBistro on the State of the Restaurant Industry for 2025, data provides key insights into a year marked by both significant hurdles and notable resilience for the restaurant franchising industry and quick-service restaurant (QSR) operators. Despite contending with rising operational costs, especially in food and labor, franchisees and multi-unit operators experienced growth in guest traffic and profit margins.
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Hotel Business
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Atrium Hospitality recently revealed the graduation of the inaugural class of WomenRISE, the companys female hotel general manager development program. WomenRISE kicked off in February and wrapped up in October of this year. Work is underway to select the next group of future GMs for career development in 2025. The WomenRISE program supports women in successfully navigating the next steps of their career journeys by providing mentorship, resources and opportunities for growth, according to the c
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Ditch the cookie-cutter approach. Its time to stand out, sell smart, and win big in the year ahead. As someone who lives and breathes the hospitality industry, Ive seen firsthand how rapidly things are changing. From groundbreaking technologies to shifting customer expectations to cutthroat competition, success today requires more than staying the courseit demands innovation, creativity, and a little bravery.
Fast Casual
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Kacie Radochonski, Pop's Beef VP of Operations, explains how staying true to the brand, actively engaging with the community and adapting to changing customer preferences is imperative for any restaurant's success.
Hotel Business
DECEMBER 30, 2024
The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) recently announced that Michelle Woodley , president of Preferred Hotel Group, will receive the Albert E. Koehl Award for Hospitality Marketing. She will be honored at the HSMAI Adrian Awards on Feb. 18, 2025, at the New York Marriott Marquis. Also being honored at the Adrian Awards will be Victoria de Falco , who was chosen for the Winthrop W.
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Fast Casual
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Stories about Chipotle, Panera, Freddy's and Schlotzsky's landed on the top 10 list.
Hotel Management Network
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Rotana has partnered with the investment firm Riverside Holding to develop its first luxury hotel Mogadishu Rotana in Somalia. The post Rotana, Riverside Holding partner to develop Mogadishu luxury hotel in Somalia appeared first on Hotel Management Network.
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Sometime along the lifetime of any hospitality project development or property refurbishment the potential role and scope of some sort of health, wellness or spa component is discussed.
Hotel Management Network
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Starting in 2025, travellers to the European Union will face significant changes to border procedures, including the rollout of the Entry/Exit System (EES). The post Key travel changes impacting hotels in 2025 appeared first on Hotel Management Network.
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DECEMBER 30, 2024
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Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 30, 2024
On average for Europe compared with November 2023, the indicators are in the green. Total occupancy rate up by 1.4 points and average daily rates up by 1.6%.
Hotel Management Network
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Hotel chain Hyatt has finalised a long-term, asset-light strategic joint venture (JV) with Spanish tourism group Grupo Piero. The post Hyatt, Grupo Piero form JV to manage Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts appeared first on Hotel Management Network.
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DECEMBER 30, 2024
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Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Theres a big difference between profitable hotels and those that struggle. Surprisingly, the difference isnt related to location, quality, or service.
Mary Gostelow
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Nassaus cruise port was struggling with thousands from two mega floating apartment blocks, monstrosities of the seas both, as well the few numbers of much more refined passengers from Mariner. Girlahead found her driver. Just as the driver eased off, a man in a cream jacket jumped in and announced Im your host, John. It was, indeed, John Conway (above), GM of The Ocean Club on Paradise Island, Bahamas.
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 30, 2024
In the heart of Zululand, South Africa, lies Babanango Game Reserve, a once cattle-farmed landscape that now stands as a true testament to the power of environmental renewal. This reserve recently underwent one of South Africas most ambitious rewilding projects, reintroducing the Big 5 after nearly 150 years. The land, which is rich with history, culture, and natural beauty, has undergone an extraordinary transformation, and Luxury Frontiers had the honor of playing a key role in its incredible
Hospitality Net
DECEMBER 30, 2024
A quick jaunt up the coast for Angelenos or anyone else in Southern California (SoCal) is the picturesque haven of Santa Barbara with its never-ending white sand beaches surrounded by trendy restaurants and beachfront accommodations. But drive a few minutes up the citys hills, and you will reach the El Encanto, a secluded, 7.5-acre oasis of verdant gardens tucked into the upper reaches.
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