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Quality in the Luxury Hospitality Industry Today

Hospitality Net

As we enter 2025, hospitality continues to follow the mantra that we live in a world governed by rules, or as we refer to them in the industry, standards. While these act as guidelines for hotel employees and provide them with an element of downside protection, they also end up shaping the experience of hotel guests and encouraging conformity.

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2025 F&B Trends: Newstalgia, Stealth Health, and Botanical Beverages

Modern Restaurant Management

What can you expect to see on menus in 2025? Read on for predictions from industry insiders that include chili crunch, black limes, newstaglia, stealth health, and elevated snacking. Culinary and Cocktail Trend Forecasts Kimpton is returning with its annual Culinary + Cocktail Trend Forecast highlighting predictions from its global team of restaurant and beverage talent.

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The Estate Hotels and Residences Heralds a New Era for Longevity Tourism

Larry Mogelonsky

Ever since the story of Gilgamesh was written down in ancient Mesopotamia, humankind has sought the means by which to restore health and extend life. Today, our knowledge of medicine and physiology has progressed to the point where we can quantify how aging occurs at the cellular level as well as offer people a host of therapies to attenuate the onset of aging and the diseases that aging contributes to, therein extending the good years of wellbeing and vitality that one has on this planet healt

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Atypical Approach: CEO Murray Sets Up Sonesta for Growth With Unique Franchising Formula

Lodging Magazine

For Sonesta International Hotels Corporation, 2024 has been a year of significant progress, ranging from robust distribution growth throughout its multi-brand portfolio to the debut of a unified loyalty program to encompass all its brands. The driving force behind the aforementioned areas of progress, as well as its overall atypical approach to franchising, has been John Murray, Sonestas president and CEO.

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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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Hyatt finalizes deal to add Bahia Principe brand

Hotel Business

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has completed an agreement for affiliates of Hyatt and Grupo Piero to enter a long-term, asset-light strategic joint venture that will manage Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts -branded properties and own the Bahia Principe brand. The joint-venture agreement was first announced in October 2024. The agreement brings 22 resorts totaling approximately 12,000 rooms to Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection, including 21 resorts under the Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts bran

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The Year in Review - 2024 Most Read Stories on Hospitality Net

Hospitality Net

As 2024 comes to a close, were excited to look back at the stories that resonated most with our readers on Hospitality Net this year. From thought-provoking opinion pieces to key industry insights, these articles captured the attention of hospitality professionals worldwide. Weve compiled the most-read stories from the past 12 months for you to explore and reflect on as we prepare for another exciting year ahead.

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Reining in Utility Expenses: Sustainability Practices Help Hoteliers Protect Their Bottom Line

Lodging Magazine

Ambitious climate and decarbonization efforts have heightened the demand for electrified and energy-efficient buildings. Regulatory frameworks are evolving from simple incentives to stringent compliance measures. Recently, states and cities have enacted building performance standards (BPS) that mandate energy performance and emissions reductions, as well as implementing benchmarking and transparency policies.

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5 ways restaurants can crack the code on rising egg prices

Fast Casual

Mike Stasko, the president of Sunny Street Cafe discusses how the restaurant franchise is navigating the challenges of rising egg prices while maintaining its commitment to quality and customer value.

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Top Restaurant Marketing Tips for 2025

Modern Restaurant Management

Is your 2025 resolution to maximize your restaurant marketing efforts? Watch this video from Adam Guild of Owner.com to learn some best practices on usingAI as an effective marketing tool to increase sales and engage with loyal customers.

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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 Future of Hospitality: Hotel Technology Trends in 2025

Hotelogix

In today's world digital breakthroughs are changing industries faster than ever before, and hotels are at the center of this tech shake-up. As we look to 2025 and beyond, hotels are using cutting-edge tech to make guests happier, work smarter, and stay ahead in a market that keeps changing. This article looks at the biggest hotel tech trends that will change the game.

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Grupo Mirgor and Meliá Hotels International to develop a luxury hotel in Ushuaia

Hospitality Net

Grupo Mirgor and Spanish hotel company Meli Hotels International have announced their alliance to develop a five-star hotel project in the city of Ushuaia, which will operate under the Gran Meli luxury brand. The initiative is part of the diversification strategy of the Argentinean company Mirgor and its commitment to the expansion of the productive matrix of Tierra del Fuego, and furthermore, it is aligned with the strategic commitment of Meli Hotels International to promote the most qualitativ

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Playa Hotels & Resorts agrees to sell Jewel Paradise Cove for $28.5m

Hotel Management Network

Playa Hotels & Resorts has entered into a binding agreement for selling the Jewel Paradise Cove resort for $28.5m cash consideration. The post Playa Hotels & Resorts agrees to sell Jewel Paradise Cove for $28.5m appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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Customer Experience in the Restaurant Industry: Reflections and Predictions through an AI Lens

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant experience was once solely comprised of human-to-human, in-person experiences. Fast food and food delivery gradually began changing that equation. Then, in 2020, we saw the restaurant industry go through a major digital upheaval, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2022, with the introduction of ChatGPT, we saw restaurants – and just about everyother industry – look for ways to incorporate artificial intelligence within their customer operations. 2024 was a year of ex

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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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Elena Black named Rocco Forte SVP, marketing

Hotel Business

Rocco Forte Hotels hasappointed Elena Black as SVP, marketing, joining the executive leadership team. With more than two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Black brings a wealth of expertise in brand development, marketing strategy and customer engagement, according to the company. Prior to joining Rocco Forte Hotels, she spent more than 13 years at Six Senses, where she played a pivotal role in shaping its distinctive and powerful brand.

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Restaurant Profit Margins: Understanding Profits In The Restaurant Business

LimeTray

The restaurant industry is growing at an exponential pace with the concept of cloud kitchens & multi-outlet quick-service restaurants opening up rapidly in metro cities. Were being introduced to mainstream Pan-Asian cuisine, quirky concept cafes & exquisite new forms of desserts. All of this indicates that the restaurant industry is booming with new players entering the market and disrupting the industry and at the same time customers willing to give a chance to new offerings in the mark

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Guestara secures pre-seed funding for AI-driven hotel solutions

Hotel Management Network

Guestara, a startup specialising in AI-driven hotel solutions, has secured $500,000 in pre-seed funding, led by Sanjay Ghare. The post Guestara secures pre-seed funding for AI-driven hotel solutions appeared first on Hotel Management Network.

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In 2025, Small Changes Will Have a Big Impact on Pizza Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

Pizza restaurants are poised to continue their evolution this year and incremental changes, especially in the areas of artificial intelligence, operational efficiency and customer preferences, will create both challenges and opportunities for pizzeria owners. From smarter ordering systems to food that travels better, here’s what pizzeria owners can expect in the year ahead.

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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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The 15 Essential Restaurants in Fort Worth

EATER

Of course theres barbecue, but also French fare, all-day cafes, and a vegan tasting menu

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Neil Taylor: Embracing innovation and collaboration at YOTEL Glasgow

Hotel Owner

Neil Taylor, General Manager of YOTEL Glasgow, brings an unconventional but refreshingly dynamic perspective to the hotel industry. With a career that began in geophysics and included leadership roles in the burgeoning craft beer scene, Taylors journey to hospitality might seem circuitous, but it reflects the adaptability and innovation that define his management style.

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What Should Food Cost be in a Restaurant?

Sculpture Hospitality

Your restaurant is bustling, customers are raving about your dishes, and the atmosphere is alive with energy. Everything seems perfect - until you glance at the profit margins and realize somethings not adding up.

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‘A Smaller Footprint Isn’t a Limitation – It’s an Invitation to Get Creative’

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant industry challenges are pushing operators to be more creative and efficient with many opting for more multifunctional spaces – especially in a fast-casual setting. To learn how these layouts can help maxmize efficiency while still providing optimal guest experience, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine received insights from Aleksandra Kaplan, partner at Swan Dive Design Studio.

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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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The 8 Best Meals I Ate This Year

EATER

Photo illustration by Lille Allen; see below for full credits From clam toast in Texas to rabbit stew in France, heres what Eater senior editor Kayla Stewart enjoyed eating most in 2024 Its been an interesting year for restaurants, as they navigated diners shifting tastes amid an uncertain economy. And while some consider COVID-19 a thing of the past, restaurants are still adjusting to changes that emerged during the early months of the pandemic.

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Nobu Hotel Caesars New Orleans debuts

Hotel Business

Nobu Hotel Caesars New Orleans, the third property in partnership with Caesars Entertainment , has made its debut in the Crescent City. Located within the newly reimagined Caesars Tower, the hotel occupies two floors and features 54 guestrooms and suites. Created by Rockwell Group , the hotel seamlessly blends contemporary luxury with understated Japanese elegance, offering a serene retreat amidst the energy of the city, according to the developers.

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CoStar: December U.S. Hotel Industry Reports Positive Year-Over-Year Comparisons

Lodging Magazine

WASHINGTONThe U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year performance comparisons, according to CoStars latest data through Dec. 21, 2024. Growth was elevated due to the Hannukah calendar shift and the compressed business travel period between Thanksgiving and Christmas. As expected, actual levels were significantly lower than the prior week because of the seasonal slowdown.

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Shaping the Future of QSR

Modern Restaurant Management

In a recent report shared by TouchBistro on the State of the Restaurant Industry for 2025, data provides key insights into a year marked by both significant hurdles and notable resilience for the restaurant franchising industry and quick-service restaurant (QSR) operators. Despite contending with rising operational costs, especially in food and labor, franchisees and multi-unit operators experienced growth in guest traffic and profit margins.

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Business Automation in Hospitality: A New World

Dive into the transformative potential of business automation within the hospitality sector. This comprehensive overview showcases how innovative technologies can streamline operations, reduce costs, and elevate guest satisfaction. Discover the advantages of integrating systems like automated check-ins, CRM, and energy management to not only save on expenses but also to provide a seamless and personalized guest experience.