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2024 hotel technology predictions

eHotelier

2024 is shaping up to be a year of substantial and exciting change—and the best way for hoteliers to take advantage of that change is to start thinking now about what’s likely to come in the year ahead.

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Tips to increase bookings for hotels from OTAs

Hotelogix

Online Travel Agents for hotels or OTAs serve as important distribution channels for hotels. They play a pivotal role in marketing and selling rooms. OTAs are online platforms or websites that sell hotel rooms to customers. They are game-changers when it comes to reaching customers across regions. An excellent marketing strategy incorporates OTAs to boost sales and revenue.

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6 hotel digital transformation ideas | Mews

MEWS

If you haven't yet embraced hotel digital transformation, now's the time. The benefits range from enhancing the guest experience to making the operational processes smoother and more streamlined. The more you can incorporate digital tools into your business, the better for everyone involved.

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How Restaurant Operators Can Harness the Power of POS Data Analytics

Modern Restaurant Management

By investing in a data-driven POS platform, restaurant operators can address labor challenges, fine-tune their stock management, design promotions based on current trends, reduce human error and more. Recent findings reveal that researching a new POS for implementation after 2023 is a priority for 43 percent of restaurants , with 29 percent hoping to upgrade their POS for better omnichannel integrations.

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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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Succeeding in Extended Stay: Operational and Pricing Insights From a Specialist in the Sector

Lodging Magazine

LODGING brings you the first installment of our three-part Ownership Series, providing owner perspectives on various hot topics and industry trends. We speak with J&P Asset Management about best practices and trends in the extended-stay segment. Look for the second article next month, offering advice on the conversion process. The third installment will focus on development and guest service trends in the leisure market.

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Guests expectations on 2024: A complete guide on how to engage them

eHotelier

Picture this: Are you ready to take your hospitality game to the next level in 2024? 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 simply meet their needs, the challenge now lies in exceeding them.

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‘English Food’ Restored a Nation’s Culinary Reputation

EATER

Lille Allen/Eater In her 1974 cookbook, Jane Grigson crusaded on behalf of the ingredients and traditions of the British Isles The story of English food in the 20th century goes something like this: Once upon a time, all the food in England was terrible, except in children’s books. The beef was overcooked, the vegetables were overboiled, the custards were watery, and this once-proud country was the laughingstock of the culinary world, especially its neighbor France.

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Turquoise Hues and Ocean Views at Six Senses debut resort in the Caribbean

eHotelier

Enjoying a pride-of-place setting between the ocean and a protected cove on the southern part of Grenada, Six Senses La Sagesse invites guests to put their feet up and worries down and embark on a journey of discovery, rejuvenation, and celebration. From waterfall meditation to artisan rum and chocolate making, there is much to uncover in this Caribbean gem known for its spices and relaxed lifestyle.

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The Burden of Eating in ‘America’

EATER

Centuries of colonialist practices have severed the connection between Indigenous people and what we consume Listen to this article It’s difficult for me to celebrate food. When I think about my connection to food, many of my first thoughts are rooted in trauma. The constant societal pressure to be thin began a lifelong struggle with disordered eating at only 8 years old.

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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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The Gwen Hotel appoints Fantasy Greene as Director of Sales and Marketing

eHotelier

The Gwen, is pleased to announce the promotion of Fantasy Greene. In this new leadership role as Director of Sales and Marketing, Greene will work alongside General Manager Iris Junge and oversee all sales and marketing initiatives for The Gwen, one of Chicago’s premiere luxury hotels.

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W Hotels expands UK footprint with new Edinburgh site

Hotel Owner

W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, has unveiled its latest site W Edinburgh. W Edinburgh sits at the heart of the St. James Quarter, a newly revitalised neighbourhood in the city centre which combines retail, entertainment, and dining. Inspired by the best of Scottish culture and history, the hotel sits across three distinct buildings, namely the Ribbon Building, James Craig Walk, and the Quarter House, with a total of 199 rooms and 45 suites, man

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Lynne Lulfs has been appointed VP Sales & Marketing at Hawks Cay Resort

eHotelier

Hawks Cay Resort, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Lynne Lulfs as its Vice President of Sales & Marketing. Lulfs, a seasoned hospitality professional with a proven track record, joins the Hawks Cay team, bringing a wealth of experience and a deep passion for creating exceptional guest experiences.

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RevMarketing Certification: Sneak Peak into Modules 1 and 2

Revenue Hub

Welcome back to another discussion with Savina of Userguest , one of our Expert Partners , about their recently launched RevMarketing Certification course. In our last discussion Savina gave us an oversight of the course and today we have a short sneak peak into some of the early modules. Savina outlines how the course focuses on where direct bookings really happen, building highly converting websites and understanding booking behaviour to develop a personalized experience.

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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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S Hotels & Resorts thrives in 2023 with business accolades and sustainability success

eHotelier

S Hotels and Resorts PCL, is reflecting on a highly successful year that saw the group achieve a series of important and prestigious accolades, while also advancing its commitment to sustainable development, community integration and environmental protection everywhere it operates.

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Accor unveils new Luxury and Lifestyle division appointments

Hotel Owner

Accor has announced the appointments of Gilda Perez-Alvarado, Maxime d’Angeac, and Omer Acar within its luxury and lifestyle division effective from 1 January 2024. Perez-Alvarado and d’Angeac have been appointed chief executive officer and artistic director of orient express respectively. Perez-Alvarado will also remain chief strategy officer of the Accor Group.

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Guests expectations on 2024: A complete guide on how to engage them

eHotelier

Picture this: Are you ready to take your hospitality game to the next level in 2024? 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 simply meet their needs, the challenge now lies in exceeding them.

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Today’s news in brief – 30/11/23

Hotel Owner

W Hotels, a part of Marriott Bonvoy’s extensive hotel brand portfolio, has revealed its latest addition, W Edinburgh, located in the St. James Quarter at the city centre. Inspired by Scottish culture, the hotel spans three buildings, offering 199 rooms and 45 suites, featuring outdoor terraces. Notably, it houses the UK’s first W Hotels Sound Suite recording studio.

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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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W Hotels debuts W Edinburgh, marking expansion in the United Kingdom

eHotelier

W Hotels, today announces the reveal of W Edinburgh with unrivalled happenings, bold, unexpected design, and signature Whatever/Whenever™ service.

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Andronis Hotels Expands To Paros With Addition Of Minois Hotel

Hospitality Net

Andronis Hotels, a family-owned collection of luxury five-star hotels and villas in Athens and Santorini, today announced its expansion into Paros with the acquisition of Minois Hotel Paros. This strategic expansion aligns with the ongoing plan to extend Andronis presence to Milos, with a potential upscale establishment slated to debut, tentatively in 2025.

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VisitEngland launches new accessibility toolkit for tourism businesses

eHotelier

VisitEngland has today 30 November launched its new 'Accessible and Inclusive Toolkit for Tourism Businesses' in England.

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Hoar Cross Hall strengthens sustainability offering

Hotel Owner

Barons Eden has strengthened its sustainability offering by introducing beehives at a number of its properties to produce home-grown honey. The company has introduced 20 beehives across its properties, overseen by resident beekeepers. The honey is used in many of the dishes served on its menus, including at breakfast with American pancakes and in the spiced belly of pork at lunch.

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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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How to Drive Bookings along the Path to Purchase

Revenue Hub

Expedia Group’s latest study of how consumers plan and book travel online surveyed travelers in Australia, Canada, Japan, Mexico, the U.K., and the U.S.A. to reveal preferences and behavior along the path to purchase. The study, aptly named The Path To Purchase , discovered the average path to purchase length—from when a traveler starts thinking about taking a trip to the moment of booking—is 71 days (more than two months!).

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The Runnymede on Thames Hotel and Spa to open autumn 2024

Hotel Owner

Warner Hotels has announced that its newest hotel on the banks of the River Thames, The Runnymede on Thames Hotel, will be officially opening in autumn 2024. Located in Egham, Surrey, the hotel is currently undergoing a complete renovation after being purchased by Warner Hotels in March 2022 – making it the 16th hotel in its portfolio. The Runnymede on Thames will be the first Warner Hotels property located in Greater London, and the first set on a river.

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Charleston, SC: Making & Preserving History

Hospitality Net

Europeans first settled in the city that would become Charleston over 350 years ago. Charleston’s rich history is one of the drivers of its thriving tourism sector, which tallied 7.68 million visitors in 2022. In the hospitality industry, Charleston continues to make history, while local initiatives are also making strides to preserve it.

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Hotel Bookings: Transform Digital Marketing Failure Into Success

Revenue Hub

In this case study, we dive into the journey of a Hotel Management company located in the US that faced initial setbacks with their Facebook Ads efforts and how a strategic and complex approach led to remarkable success in driving bookings for their Branded Hotel. NB: This is an article from Cogwheel Marketing , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Confronting the Challenges Before partnering with our digital marketing team, the hotel had experimented

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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.