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8 key takeaways from 2023 for hospitality professionals

eHotelier

While obstacles still remain and will continue to rise, we can look back on 2023 and forward in 2024 with optimism and recognize the potential for growth and innovation.

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Succession Strategies for Restaurant Owners: Safeguarding Your Legacy 

Modern Restaurant Management

Earlier this year a successful Popeyes franchisee with nineteen units unexpectedly passed away. The operator was relatively young and had no clear line of succession. Within weeks, his corporation declared bankruptcy, leaving 500 employees wondering if they would keep a job and putting $30 million dollars of sale volume at risk for the brand. Within a matter of months, ten of the nineteen units were permanently closed.

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Ayodhya's hotel industry is booming: How technology will help

Hotelogix

Ayodhya, the city of Lord Ram, has been a popular destination for tourists worldwide. With the construction of the Ram Mandir and the post-consecration ceremony on 22 January, Ayodhya is set to witness a transformation that will reshape the city's infrastructure, economy, and tourism industry. From a small town to a popular tourist destination, Ayodhya has come a long way.

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How to avoid overbooking in your hotel | 6 best strategies

MEWS

Overbooking is a hotelier's nightmare. It causes unnecessary stress for your staff and guests, and it can put a dent in your reputation. So, how can you avoid overbooking in hotels ? Let's consider strategies that minimize the risk of overbooking.

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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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The Astonishing Success of ‘The Bear’

EATER

Valerie Macon/AFP via Getty Images Against all odds, a show focused on the tedious intricacies of opening a new restaurant thoroughly captured the popular imagination and took home ten Emmys Even setting aside Jeremy Allen White’s earth-shaking Calvin Klein ad earlier this month, it’s been a very good January for The Bear. On the heels of its second season, the FX drama that centers around White’s character Carmy, a Chicago chef trying to revive his brother’s restaurant, has proven both a fan fa

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Visualizing the future of public health through data modeling

SAS

The cold of winter and holiday gatherings push people indoors, causing a surge in influenza hospitalizations. Years of above-normal temperatures in southern states bring a species of mosquito that carries malaria to the US. Declining childhood immunization rates threaten to allow previously eradicated diseases like measles to become endemic again. [.

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Julie Shorrock is new Chair of beam

eHotelier

Julie Shorrock, Managing Director of Hotel and Travel Solutions (HTS) has become Chair of beam, the UK trade association for the Business Events, Accommodation and Meetings industry, for 2024.

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Island Hospitality Management Launches IHM Outdoors

Lodging Magazine

WEST PALM BEACH, Florida—Island Hospitality Management announced the launch of IHM Outdoors, marking the inception of a division focused on outdoor and resort hospitality. This encompasses Recreational Vehicle (RV) resorts, vacation rentals, glamping, and other outdoor hospitality options. The formal unveiling of IHM Outdoors follows the transition of five RV Resorts to IHM Outdoors management.

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Global Times: Harbin tourism boom spurs ethnic unity

eHotelier

China's "ice city" Harbin in Northeast Heilongjiang Province has definitely become a tourism sensation this winter, attracting millions of domestic and international travelers. Beyond the lure of ice and snow tourism, the lesser-known diversity and rich cultures of local ethnic minority groups have also been brought under the spotlight during the city's staggering tourism boom.

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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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WorldVue Announces Partnership With OpenWiFi

Lodging Magazine

HOUSTON—WorldVue announced a partnership with OpenWiFi to enable global deployment of Telecom Infra Project (TIP) OpenWiFi solutions. Through this partnership, WorldVue will integrate OpenWiFi’s open-source technology into its WiFi solutions, allowing for flexibility and the ability to streamline network operations. This is done using TIP OpenWiFi-certified software and hardware, as well as additional hardware from other manufacturers.

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Enhancing Your Hotel’s Digital Compendium for the Lunar New Year

eHotelier

As the Lunar New Year (Chinese New Year) approaches, hotels have a wonderful opportunity to enhance their guests' experience by incorporating festive elements into their digital compendiums. By providing relevant information and tips, hotels can ensure that their guests have a memorable and culturally immersive stay during this joyous holiday period.

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Island Hospitality Management introduces IHM Outdoors

Hotel Business

Island Hospitality Management has launched IHM Outdoors , marking the inception of a dedicated division focused exclusively on outdoor and resort hospitality. This encompasses RV resorts, vacation rentals, glamping and other outdoor hospitality options. The formal unveiling of the division follows the transition of five RV resorts to IHM Outdoors management.

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Hotel’s journey to mastering paid campaigns with Google Ads

eHotelier

This case study focuses on a hotel company aiming to boost bookings for their branded hotel in the United States. Prior to engaging with our services, the company had experimented with Google Ads but had not achieved the desired outcomes.

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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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Uplift Partners With Club Med for Pay-Over-Time Offering

Lodging Magazine

SAN FRANCISCO—Uplift announced a partnership with Club Med to provide their guests with the ability at checkout on all reservations to spread the cost of their booking over time. This new payment offering provides customers the ability to reserve an all-inclusive vacation by spreading the cost of their purchase across monthly installments. “Club Med allows guests to craft and plan their ultimate dream vacation, and through this exciting partnership, we are enhancing that experience with [&

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Comprehensive guide on correcting hotel locations for traveler

eHotelier

Maps have become an indispensable tool for travelers. Whether it’s a quick getaway or a business trip, accurate navigation is crucial to ensuring a smooth journey. However, even with the advancements in mapping technology, errors can still occur, leading to misplaced locations on various mapping platforms.

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Stoli Blueberry Ascendant

EATER

Stole Blueberry vodka is the latest bartender's handshake, beloved by modern cocktail circles embracing a “drink what you want” approach.

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Coast Hotels announces taste of Japan coast rewards sweepstakes

eHotelier

Coast Hotels Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of APA Hotel Canada, Inc. and one of North America’s fastest-growing and one of Canada’s largest hotel brands, is launching new Coast Rewards Member Sweepstakes I, an exciting collaboration with APA Hotels & Resorts, Japan.

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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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Hitting the Ground Running: 2024 AHLA Board Chair Kevin Jacobs on the Industry’s Current Challenges and Opportunities

Lodging Magazine

On Jan. 1, 2024, Kevin Jacobs, chief financial officer and president, global development for Hilton, began his tenure as 2024 AHLA board chair, succeeding Leslie Hale in the position. Jacobs has been involved with AHLA since 2019, when he helped restructure the organization’s revenue model, and he became a member of AHLA’s Executive Committee in 2020.

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Cross Hotels & Resorts expands in Indonesia, Paasha Atelier Bali Kuta

eHotelier

Asia-Pacific's foremost hospitality management group, Cross Hotels & Resorts, renowned for its array of stylish properties spanning boutique retreats to opulent resorts, proudly announces the signing of a momentous double agreement with PT Sunset Studio One, a subsidiary of PT Bhuwanatala Indah Permai Tbk (BIP Group), to launch the chic Cross Vibe brand in Indonesia.

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Hospitality Gems: Spotlight on the Standout Hotel Blogs of 2023

eZee Absolute

From navigating changing travel trends to embracing technological advancements, 2023 was a year of resilience, innovation, and reimagination. In this dynamic environment, staying informed and inspired is crucial for hoteliers to thrive. For which, blogs have become invaluable resources to rely on. But with countless articles out there, it can be overwhelming to know where to start.

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Mandarin Oriental, Singapore Welcomes Jill Goh as General Manager

eHotelier

Mandarin Oriental, Singapore is delighted to announce the appointment of Jill Goh, the property's first female General Manager.

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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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Island Hospitality Management Successfully Launches IHM Outdoors

Hospitality Net

Island Hospitality Management is pleased to announce the successful launch of IHM Outdoors, marking the inception of a dedicated division focused exclusively on outdoor and resort hospitality. This encompasses Recreational Vehicle (“RV”) resorts, vacation rentals, glamping and other distinctive outdoor hospitality options. The formal unveiling of IHM Outdoors follows the successful transition of five RV Resorts to IHM Outdoors management.

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Why Some Very Online Food Brands Are Going Offline

EATER

Acid League Direct-to-consumer brands Acid League and Soom are shutting down their online stores in favor of. actual stores If 2020 and 2021 were the years that food and beverage direct-to-consumer products boomed thanks to the pandemic, 2023 was the year that trend was upended, with DTC brands focusing on retail expansion instead. It seems that’ll be continuing in 2024, with some brands closing their e-commerce platforms entirely.

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Will the Last Person to Check Out of the Hotel Turn Off the Lights and Close the Doors?

Hospitality Net

Once, hotels stood as beacons of hospitality, where every guest was treated like royalty. The lobby buzzed with the energy of travelers from far and wide, greeted by a concierge who knew the city like the back of his hand. Room service was a call away, and the meticulous housekeeping was a silent ballet that kept everything pristine. But those days are fading into memory.

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10 powerful strategies to maximise your hotel revenue in 2024

STAAH

A few small but powerful tweaks to your overall pricing strategy can make a dent to your revenue. In this blog, we share some simple tactics and ideas that can boost your hotel’s revenue. There is no set formula to increase a hotel’s revenue, it can be achieved by creating a good promotion plan, tapping into sources of ancillary revenue , upselling and other marketing strategies.

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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.