Fri.Dec 22, 2023

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How NASA Gets a Turkey to Space for Holiday Meals

EATER

Lille Allen | Eater It’s not just the challenge of creating food that will survive the journey, but all sorts of logistical issues unique to dining in a state of near weightlessness Planning holiday meals is tricky enough on Earth. In space, it requires Noma-levels of preparation from teams of scientists determined to give astronauts something special.

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AAA Predicts Second-Highest Domestic Holiday Travel Forecast Since 2000

Lodging Magazine

WASHINGTON, D.C.—AAA projects 115.2 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the 10-day year-end holiday travel period. This year’s total number of domestic travelers is a 2.2 percent increase over last year and the second highest year-end travel forecast since 2000 when AAA began tracking holiday travel. 2019 remains the busiest Christmas and New Year’s travel period on record with 119 million travelers.

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The Best Potato Recipes for Holiday Season and Beyond, According to Eater Staff

EATER

Shutterstock Of course all our favorite cozy foods are potato-based, from surprisingly easy fondant potatoes to mashed potatoes that are slightly leveled up It’s root vegetable season. As much as we love beets and turnips and parsnips, it’s the potato that wins our hearts. When we crave a comfy blanket of carbs, nothing does the trick like good mashed potatoes, gussied up with lots of butter.

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Community Sparks Detroit Brick-and-Mortar Breakthrough

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurateur Ameneh Marhaba has fire in her belly — and it’s not just her “Hot Keyeh Sauce.” Fueled by the legacy of a courageous father and guidance of a resilient mother, Marhaba has transformed a lifetime of cooking for survival into a career slated to hit a major milestone in 2024 with the opening of her first permanent Little Liberia location.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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 Year Everyone Put a Bow on It

EATER

Shutterstock In 2023, the dinner table went coquette It was undeniably the year of the bow. Heavily influenced by designer Sandy Liang, bows hung off braided hair, clothes, and bags, in an impossible-to-miss mainstreaming of the “coquette” aesthetic. And given how much the worlds of food and fashion have enmeshed recently, it was inevitable that this bow fixation would extend onto the dinner table, both in terms of tablescapes and the food on them.

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FEG acquires Sonoma’s MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa

Hotel Business

Foley Entertainment Group (FEG) , established by businessman and Sonoma Valley vintner, Bill Foley, has acquired Sonoma’s MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa from Lat33 Capital. FEG will be taking over the day-to-day management of MacArthur Place. The upscale 69-room boutique hotel, located in California Wine Country, has just completed its multiyear transformation, recently unveiling its final stage of the four-year, property-wide evolution that includes a renewed spa and fitness center, revamped out

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Aloft Hotels by Marriott International Opens Aloft Santo Domingo Piantini in Dominican Republic

Hospitality Net

Aloft Santo Domingo Piantini with pool on the terrace and 360-degree views in Santo Domingo, capital of the Dominican Republic.

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Government u-turns on family visa income threshold hike

Hotel Owner

The Government has announced that it is reversing plans to increase the salary required to bring foreign family members to the UK. It was set to increase the required salary from £18,600 to £38,700 next year as part of a package of measures to limit migration. The decision was confirmed by Home Office minister Lord Sharpe of Epsom in response to a parliamentary question.

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Mexican Group Hamak Hotels Opens Architecturally Striking Volga Hotel

Hospitality Net

Volga Hotel, by Mexico’s uber-chic hospitality collectionHamak Hotels, brings a unique blend of striking minimalist design and immersive maximalist experiences to Mexico City’s burgeoning Cuauhtemoc neighborhood. Centrally located within walking distance to both the Roma and Condesa neighborhoods - and just a block away from Paseo de la Reforma Avenue, the most iconic boulevard in Latin America - Volga offers a sophisticated enclave for trendsetters, culture enthusiasts, gastronomy and mixology

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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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Murrayshall Country Estate to go ahead with £30m masterplan

Hotel Owner

Murrayshall Country Estate has been given the green light by Perth and Kinross Council for a £30m masterplan. The approved proposals will include an extension to the hotel, a new spa and leisure facility, an outdoor pursuits area, glamping units, lodges and the potential for residential development and fractional ownership. The hotel is now expected to go through a detailed planning process before work can begin in 2024.

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2026 Opening for SLS Residences on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah

Hospitality Net

Roya Lifestyle Developments collaborated with two distinguished design firms to create a series of ultra-luxurious residences located on Palm Jumeirah. This partnership has infused a surge of creativity into the project, according to the operators.

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Today’s news in brief – 22/12/23

Hotel Owner

Perth and Kinross Council has granted approval for a £30m masterplan at Murrayshall Country Estate. The plan includes expanding the hotel, constructing a spa, outdoor activities area, glamping units, lodges, and potential residential development. Gary Silcock, the general manager, expressed gratitude for the decision, marking a new chapter for the estate.

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Memento Mori: When Men Merge with AI

Hospitality Net

Belial, Behemoth, Beelzebub, Asmodeus, Satanas, Lucifer

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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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Kew Green Hotels acquires Hotel Brooklyn Manchester and Hotel Brooklyn Leicester

Hotel Owner

Kew Green Hotels has acquired Hotel Brooklyn Manchester and Hotel Brooklyn Leicest er. Eac h hotel is now set to undergo a transformation to the voco hotels brand, which will “showcase each hotel’s individual char m”, and will be supported by IHG Hotels and Resorts. Kew Green Hotels has signe d a franchise agreement with IHG and is expected to deliver this transformation of both properties to voco hotels by mid-2024.

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It’s time to change the way you think about your guest feedback strategy. Why wait until your guest has left to ask them for their opinion?

Hospitality Net

In the ever-evolving world of hospitality, the importance of one thing remains the same - guest feedback and online ratings are crucial to continuous improvement and staying ahead of the competition. To keep your resort at the top of its game, it’s essential to understand what your guests love, what makes their stay unforgettable and more importantly what they’d like improved and where the shortcomings were in the service received.

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Larry Spelts, The Indigo Road part ways

Hotel Business

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group and Larry Spelts , president of the company’s Lodging & Lifestyle Adventures division, will mutually part ways after expanding the hospitality company into the hotel industry officially nearly four years ago at the America’s Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) in Los Angeles in 2020. Gabriel Perez Effective immediately, Gabriel Perez has been elevated to COO of Lodging & Lifestyle Adventures, ensuring a seamless transition in leadership for the compan

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The Indigo Road Hospitality Group Announces Changes to Lodging Leadership

Hospitality Net

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group and Larry Spelts, president of the company’s Lodging & Lifestyle Adventures division, will mutually part ways after successfully expanding the hospitality company into the hotel industry officially nearly four years ago at the America’s Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) in Los Angeles in 2020.

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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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Moxy Phoenix Downtown opens

Hotel Business

Moxy Phoenix Downtown has made its debut in the historic Luhrs Building. PEG Companies (PEG), a vertically integrated commercial real estate investment company, and Dallas-based A.G. Hill Partners purchased the Luhrs Building at the end of 2019. Since that time, the team worked to renovate and convert the building’s interior while preserving the exterior facade.

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U.S. hotel results for week ending 16 December

Hospitality Net

U.S. hotel performance was expectedly lower from the previous week, but year-over-year comparisons were positive, according to CoStar’s latest data through 16 December. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.

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2023 in Review: A Look Back at AHLA’s Advocacy Achievements

Lodging Magazine

At the American Hotel & Lodging Association, advocacy on behalf of our 30,000-plus members is at the heart of everything we do. Thanks to the support of members like you and the hard work of our incredible team, AHLA racked up a host of impressive advocacy victories in 2023. Here are the highlights: Advocacy Wins Across All Branches of the Federal Government State and Local Advocacy Victories Around the Country Thank you for your steadfast […] The post 2023 in Review: A Look Back at AH

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Hilton Arlington National Landing Completes Renovation

Guides: Lodging Magazine

ARLINGTON, Virginia—Hilton Arlington National Landing has completed a multi-million dollar renovation to its 393-room hotel and meeting space. The nine-month project includes updates to the lobby, guestrooms, meeting rooms, ballrooms, restaurant, and bar, as well as the fitness center. “Hilton Arlington National Landing takes pride in delivering to our guests a memorable travel experience backed by the latest innovations and amenities in hospitality.

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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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Red Roof opens four hotels

Hotel Business

Red Roof recently opened four new hotels—two Red Roof Inns, a Red Roof Inn & Suites and a HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof property. The 37-room Red Roof Inn Copiague, NY, is located off of Sunrise Highway and offers free WiFi, free coffee in the lobby, a snack center and free parking. As part of its conversion to a Red Roof property, renovations included updating the guest bathrooms and the breakfast area, adding new bedding and updating landscaping.

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NRN editors discuss Chick-fil-A being open on Sundays, Chuck E. Cheese’s possible sale, and Olive Garden’s appeal

Nation's Restaurant News

Plus, hear from Sawyer Hemsley, cofounder and chief brand officer of Crumbl

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Oetker Collection to make U.S. debut next fall

Hotel Business

Oetker Collection is taking its European hospitality to the U.S. for the first time to open The Vineta Hotel in Palm Beach, FL, next fall. Owned by Reuben Brothers , which partners with Oetker Collection on Hotel La Palma in Capri this summer, the new hotel will be located two blocks off Worth Avenue and blocks away from the beach. Oetker Collection is bringing back the Vineta name that it held for more than 50 years for the hotel housed in a nearly 100-year-old building.

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Tour guiding – turning passion into profession

Les Roches

Are you someone who loves to explore new places and connect with people from different backgrounds? Are you passionate about sharing your knowledge of fascinating de­stinations? If so, becoming a tour guide might be the ideal career choice for you. Tourism is bigger business than ever and data from 2022 reveals there were more than 960 million international tourist expeditions , creating many opportunities for tour guides.

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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.