Wed.Aug 14, 2024

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The Mille Club: historical rate card reveals luxury rate explosion

eHotelier

Luxury’s exclusivity and timelessness allow it to stand the test of time and maintain steady growth through practically any market conditions.

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World class chefs announced in arkhé collaboration

Hospitality Magazine

Adelaide’s open-flame restaurant arkhé has announced the next four events in its year-long series of collaborations with world class chefs. The series , featuring 12 chefs over 12 months, was launched in April 2024 in partnership with scotch whiskey distillery Laphroaig. The latest announcement follows a stellar lineup of previous events from Elvis Abrahanowicz, Ben Milgate, Jemma Whiteman, Mat Lindsay, Jordy Navarra and Rosheen Kaul.

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Restaurant Delivery: The Old Way vs The New Way

Modern Restaurant Management

Here’s the scene of a restaurant using third-party delivery… Dine-in customers walk into the smell of delicious food, but the atmosphere feels more like a busy train station than a place to eat. Drivers are clustered around the hostess stand asking questions, sifting through bags of food looking for a specific name, or waiting for their assigned pickup to be ready.

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Starhotels expands its global presence by opening new Global Sales Office in the UK

eHotelier

Starhotels has today announced the opening of its new global sales office in the United Kingdom, marking a significant milestone in the company's international expansion strategy.

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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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Hospitality businesses most at risk of failure

Hospitality Magazine

The CreditorWatch July Business Risk Index reveals that 87.2 per cent of Australian regions will see business failure rates rise in the next year. Food and beverage services are most at risk, with failure rates at 8.3 per cent. Arts and recreation services failure rates follow at 5.8 per cent, making the food and beverage industry higher risk by a considerable margin.

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Sydney welcomes art gallery wine bar, The Art Syndicate

Hospitality Magazine

The Art Syndicate has officially opened its doors and is bringing a new concept to Sydney as it blends an art gallery with a wine bar. It is a concept that is already receiving acclaim after being nominated as finalist for Wine List of the Year in the NSW Sommelier’s Wine List Awards. The bar, located in the inner-Sydney suburb of Surry Hills , has capacity for 25 guests, seating them among artworks and vintage posters from the vibrant streets of 19th-century Paris and the social movements of th

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Julia Austin appointed Director of Sales at Signia by Hilton Atlanta

eHotelier

Signia by Hilton Atlanta, downtown's largest ground-up hotel development in 40 years and the newest crown jewel in Atlanta's skyline is proud to announce the appointment of Julia Austin as its new Director of Sales.

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How hoteliers can ride the revival of domestic tourism

Hotel Owner

The tourism and hospitality sector are growing precipitously – but what has often gotten lost amidst the din is the extraordinary revival of domestic tourism. According to McKinsey’s recent report on the state of the sector, in 2023 75% of trips worldwide were taken domestically. Even in Western Europe this figure sits at 58%. Domestic travel is set to grow further still, reaching 19 billion lodging nights per year by 2030.

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S Hotels & Resorts partners with Ascott to drive UK growth under ‘The Unlimited Collection’

eHotelier

S Hotels and Resorts PCL, the hospitality arm of leading international development company Singha Estate PCL has partnered with The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the wholly owned lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment, to reposition SHR properties in Edinburgh and Leicester under The Unlimited Collection brand.

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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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Tripadvisor Ranking: Factors to Improve Your Hotel

Revenue Hub

A Tripadvisor ranking is essentially your hotel’s report card in the eyes of your guests. It’s where you stand compared to other properties in your area, based on the reviews and ratings that your guests leave. The higher your ranking, the more likely it is that potential guests will notice and choose your property. NB: This is an article from SiteMinder , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Your Tripadvisor ranking is influenced by how many reviews

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A ryokan tradition for the modern traveler at Azumi Setoda, Hiroshima

eHotelier

Japan has no shortage of charming ryokans, or traditional inns but people pay extra attention when Adrian Zecha, the founder of Aman Resorts, puts his name behind one.

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Will SocialBites Food Hub reimagine fast casual?

Fast Casual

Featuring multiple restaurant brands, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, interactive decor, weekly entertainment programming, a full bar, and private event capabilities, SocialBites offers elevated but affordable dining.

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Why travelers prefer single guest itineraries

eHotelier

Technology was supposed to make everything so easy. Instead, travelers are more overwhelmed than ever by their devices, each vying for attention every second of every day.

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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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Booking’s Algorithm is Changing: How Should Hoteliers Adapt?

Revenue Hub

Recently Booking.com was designated as the only OTA who is also a “gatekeeper” in the eyes of the EU’s Digital Markets Act. This means the hospitality giant will have to comply with quite a few new obligations to continue operating in the EU. NB: This is an article from Triptease , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Booking are smart, and they’re not going to let a designation CEO Glenn Fogel calls “dumb” keep them from maintaining their dominant

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Sabre reveals Olympic travel trends

eHotelier

Millions of travelers flocked to France for the Olympics, as expected. However, the sporting event of the summer boosted outbound travel too, with travelers leaving host cities ahead of the Games, according to Sabre’s booking analysis.

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Building Blocks of a First-Party Data Strategy for Hotel Revenue

Revenue Hub

Imagine a beautifully crafted mosaic, where each tile – unique in shape, color, and texture – comes together to form a breathtaking masterpiece. Building a first-party strategy for your hotel revenue is a lot like creating this mosaic. NB: This is an article from Revinate Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Each piece of information, whether it’s guest data from booking platforms, insights gathered from your CRM, or feedback from surveys, contributes to a rich and

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Exclusive: Aligned Hospitality Rebrands The Tuxon Into a voco by IHG Hotel

Lodging Magazine

PHOENIX, Arizona—Aligned Hospitality Management has completed a rebrand of The Tuxon in Tuscon, Arizona, formerly a Design Hotels property, into a voco by IHG. Now known as voco The Tuxon, this hotel is the first voco in Aligned’s portfolio. The brand transition took 90 days. The voco flag was chosen to grow the hotel’s performance by attracting business travelers as the Tucson market has a solid corporate contribution.

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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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How to Really Make Money with a Hotel: Maximizing Hotel Performance

Hospitality Net

Alright then, let’s cut to the chase. You’ve got a hotel, right? And you’re probably wondering how to get it full with happily paying guests. Well, buckle up, because I’m about to spill the beans on how to squeeze every last penny out of your hotel venture.

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City Lodge Hotels makes giving back Easy

Luxury Hospitality Magazine

In City Lodge Hotels’ corporate social responsibility calendar, Mandela Day on 18 July marked a highlight of charitable efforts across its 59 hotels. Hotel teams engaged in various initiatives benefiting national and regional charities, alongside innovative recycling and upcycling projects. Highlights of the day included: Hotels in the East Rand airport area supported the Johannesburg Children’s Home once again, deep cleaning and painting the cottages, and donating food.

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Graduate by Hilton Opens in Princeton, New Jersey

Lodging Magazine

Graduate by Hilton announced the opening of Graduate Princeton. Located on Nassau Street in downtown directly opposite campus, Graduate Princeton has 180 guestrooms and a signature restaurant, Ye Tavern. Paying homage to the town’s history, architecture, and design, the opening marks the first new hotel to open in Princeton in nearly 90 years—and only the second hotel in its downtown, nearly doubling the number of available hotel rooms in town.

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DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Salt Lake City Downtown Completes Renovation

Guides: Lodging Magazine

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah—DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Salt Lake City Downtown announced the completion of a renovation including a redesign of the central atrium, lobby, guestrooms, food and beverage concepts, fitness center, and indoor pool. The hotel is managed by HRI Hospitality, and the renovation design was led by Studio 11. “We are thrilled to unveil a reimagined property to our guests that showcases the vibrant beauty of the city,” said Joe Snarr, area vice […] The post DoubleTree Suites

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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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Cicis Pizza leads buffet-style pizza concept with customer-focused tech

Fast Casual

Pizza Marketplace Editor Mandy Detwiler talks to Jeff Hetsel, president of Cicis Pizza, about what makes the company tick, the technology its leveraging for success and changes Hetsel has seen over the years.

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Graduate by Hilton debuts in Princeton, NJ

Hotel Business

Graduate by Hilton , the company’s university-anchored hotel brand, has opened the Graduate Princeton in Princeton, NJ. Located directly opposite campus, the hotel has 180 guestrooms and a signature restaurant, Ye Tavern. Paying homage to the town’s rich history, architecture and design, the opening marks the first new hotel to open in Princeton in nearly 90 years—and only the second hotel in its historic downtown, nearly doubling the number of available hotel rooms in town.

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Sincere Hospitality adds presence in Key Austin and Houston Metro Areas

Hospitality Net

Sincere Hospitality, a partnership between Door Capital and Athos Property Group, has assumed management of two hotels effective immediately. The new additions include the Best Western Plus Pflugerville Inn & Suites in Pflugerville, Texa; and the Hampton Inn & Suites Houston North IAH in Houston, Texas. These properties expand Sincere Hospitality’s rapidly growing portfolio to a total of seven hotels.

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Reduce OTA Dependency and Take Control of Your Booking Channels

Revenue Hub

In the world of hospitality, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) have become a double-edged sword for hotels. While they offer a convenient platform to reach a vast audience, they often come at a significant cost. The hefty commissions and the lack of control over guest interactions can eat into profits and diminish your brand’s direct relationship with your customers.

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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.