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Leveraging AI for strategic growth and innovation

eHotelier

By integrating AI thoughtfully with a focus on enhancing human interaction and improving efficiency, hotels can not only address today’s challenges but also pave the way for future innovations.

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How Nestlé is shaking things up after 59 years of awards

Hospitality Magazine

Hospitality talks to Nestlé Professional Communications & Sustainability Manager Karlie Durrant about the future of the Nestlé Golden Chef’s Hat Awards. Why is next year special? Next year holds special significance as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Nestlé Golden Chefs Hat Competition. This milestone marks six decades of nurturing and showcasing young culinary talent, underscoring our enduring commitment to the future of the foodservice industry by supporting the career devel

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Dusit Hotels and Resorts expands Devarana – Dusit Retreats portfolio in India

eHotelier

Dusit Hotels and Resorts, under Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has entered into a strategic hotel management agreement with Shravanthi Hotels and Resorts Private Limited, a prominent developer of luxury hotels and resorts in India, to operate Devarana Sakleshpur, Karnataka – A Dusit Retreat.

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The Glendronach and Gildas unite for pintxos and whiskey

Hospitality Magazine

Basque country meets the Scottish Highlands in a unique – and limited run – whiskey and pintxos event at Sydney’s Gildas. The unlikely combination was inspired by the Pedro Ximenez and Oloroso sherry casks in which the highland spirit is slowly matured. The casks, which are sourced from Andalucia, Spain, impart a unique richness and “flair” on The Glendronach’s whiskeys.

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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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Danube Home elevates outdoor living spaces with its modern, stylish furniture and customisation services

eHotelier

Danube Home, the region’s largest provider of indoor and outdoor furnishing solutions, has unveiled its expansive collection of garden products that will upgrade outdoor living spaces at homes, ushering in new lifestyles.

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Anurak Lodge in Thailand wins TAT Responsible Tourism Award

eHotelier

Anurak Community Lodge in southern Thailand has won the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) 2024 Responsible Tourism Award in the “Responsible Tourism Accommodation” category.

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Archer Houghton’s winning menu

Hospitality Magazine

When Archer Houghton walked onto the stage at Nestlé’s Golden Chef Awards, his expression read somewhere between giddiness and disbelief. The 21-year-old Victorian had just found out he was the winner of the 2024 competition, which saw him emerge victorious against 10 other chefs. It marked the end of months of preparation, which culminated in a trip to Melbourne where the finalists took part in culinary challenges and experiences.

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Dusit launches make time for travel offer

eHotelier

Dusit Hotels and Resorts under Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has launched the ‘Make Time for Travel’ offer

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The winners, top recipes, and what comes next

Hospitality Magazine

Everything you need to know about the 2024 Nestlé Golden Chef’s Hat Awards. Archer Houghton’s winning menu Backstage: An insight behind the scenes at the Golden Chef’s Hat Awards night Shaking things up as the awards approach a milestone 60 years The post The winners, top recipes, and what comes next appeared first on hospitality | Magazine.

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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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Peter Nilsson appointed Managing Director for the Maldives at COMO Hotels and Resorts

eHotelier

COMO Hotels and Resorts has appointed Peter Nilsson as Managing Director for the Maldives, where he will oversee COMO Cocoa Island and COMO Maalifushi.

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The Hotel General Manager of the Future

Hospitality Net

The role of a Hotel General Manager is evolving rapidly. As the industry navigates a complex landscape of economic challenges, technological advancements, and changing guest expectations, the qualities of a successful leader are undergoing a transformation. To gain insights into the key characteristics required for hotel GMs in the future, we sought perspectives from industry experts: Matthew Engel, James Flynn, Frank Otero, and Dakeya Christmas.

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Naleem Ariff appointed General Manager at Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Tower

eHotelier

Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers is delighted to announce the appointment of Naleem Ariff as the new General Manager.

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STR Weekly Insights: 26 October - 2 November 2024

Hospitality Net

U.S. hotels produced healthy growth in revenue per available room (RevPAR) for a fourth week in a row. The metric was up 3.1% (all comparisons are year-over-year unless otherwise noted) on equal gains in occupancy and average daily rate (ADR). Performance was lifted by the shift of Halloween from Tuesday last year to Thursday this year as well as corporate travel squeezed in ahead of the U.S. election.

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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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Beating the OTAs: A Case Study in Direct Booking Strategy

eHotelier

Hotels face a constant challenge with the dominance of Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) taking share in every market.

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The Progressive Luxury Hotel Evolution in Focus with EAST Hotels

Hospitality Net

The 21st century has already seen immense changes in how people travel and their demands for hotel services and amenities. In focus here is the growth, evolution and diversification of the luxury segment, wherein we recently sat down with the team behind the rebranding of EAST Hotels, a hotel brand that’s emblematic of this modern dynamic and the aspirational nature of travel for the 2020s and beyond.

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STAAH tech enables SwaRa Group of Hotels to grow online bookings by 50% YOY; stabilise ARR growth to 20%

STAAH

STAAH has transformed the business operations and online reach of The Malhar Machi Mountain Resort and Jalsrushti Island Resort run by the SwaRa Group of Hotels in the outskirts of Pune. STAAH’s stack of hospi-tech solutions like STAAH MAX Pro Channel Manager , Booking Engine , PMS Integration, Payment Gateway and WatchMyRate have enabled both these premium properties to grow their online bookings by 50% YOY and stabilise their ARR growth to 20%. “ STAAH has helped us in managing our inventory s

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Investing in Business Intelligence: Transforming Hospitality Through Data

Hospitality Net

In the ever-evolving hospitality industry, the use of business intelligence is becoming increasingly important. Hoteliers are recognizing the immense value that data brings to their business, from understanding drivers of demand to developing effective revenue management strategies. But the big question is – how willing are they to invest in new technology?

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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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8 Steps to Consider When Setting Up an Online Food Ordering System

Fast Casual

Restaurants need online ordering to stay competitive. Our 8-step guide covers audience research, platform selection, menu creation, and third-party app pros and cons. Tips include marketing, staff training, and using insights for improvement. Partner with EZ-Chow to enhance customer satisfaction and boost profits.

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Europe’s Competitive Core: Empowering Small and Large Businesses Alike

Hospitality Net

The word competitiveness is emerging as a theme for the new European Commission, a guiding principle for economic development, and an alarm bell to spur political leaders across Europe’s capitals to action. It is right, and the report by Mario Draghi couldn’t be more timely: Europe must take bold steps to sharpen its competitive edge in an increasingly fierce global environment.

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APEC hotel openings and pipelines hit new highs in 2024

Hotel Management Network

As the region continues its upward trajectory, India, Vietnam, and Indonesia lead the way, setting the stage for further growth in the coming years. The post APEC hotel openings and pipelines hit new highs in 2024 appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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The difference decision intelligence makes

Hospitality Net

In this week’s episode of the Hotel Moment podcast, Bryson Koehler, Revinate CEO, guest hosts to interview Jeff Jonas, Founder, CEO, and Chief Scientist of Senzing. Jeff paints two pictures — one in which hoteliers practice responsible data management and another in which hoteliers fail to make intelligent decisions because of disorganized and inaccurate data.

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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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SCOTLAND – 6

Mary Gostelow

There’s lots to do at Gleneagles Perthshire, 50 lots, in fact. That’s the number of experiences on offer. Off-road EV driving, archery and more – and nearly all available for kids, too (guess road-driving and shooting are excluded under-age, of course). The operational boss of the Gleneagles group, Conor O’Leary, above, does have even more things up his sleeve.

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Transform Your Restaurant with Kitchen Display Systems (KDS): A Comprehensive Guide

Adora POS

A KDS kitchen can run more efficiently, improve operations, and keep your guests coming back for more. Here’s everything you need to know about the transformative power of a kitchen display system.

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Navigating AI in Hospitality: Addressing Common Concerns and Ethical Challenges to Elevate the Guest Experience

Are Morch

This article is part of the Hotel Digital Transformer newsletter on LinkedIn. Subscribe to my LinkedIn newsletter where I’ll share tips, ideas, and strategies to help your hotel open its digital gateway. __ In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, the hospitality sector stands at the forefront of a profound transformation.

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Dalata Hotel Group Announces Sixth Hotel in London

Hospitality Net

Dalata Hotel Group plc (‘Dalata’ or the ‘Group’), the largest hotel operator in Ireland, with a growing presence in the United Kingdom and Continental Europe, is pleased to announce that it has exchanged an agreement for lease for a new 4-star Clayton hotel to be developed on the Tower 42 Estate in the City of London.

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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.