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Top 4 Benefits of Seasonal Pricing for Hotels

InnQuest

Pricing plays a crucial role in determining the success of any business. When it comes to hotel businesses, one must continuously strive to achieve a balance between the customer experience and pricing. Hotels follow different pricing strategies to get there and seasonal pricing remains one of the most important. In this blog, we have curated the top 4 benefits of seasonal pricing for hotels.

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Are existing structures holding talent back?

eHotelier

Are existing structures holding talent back? - Insights - Insights There is a growing call for better support in the development of young talent. We just need new frameworks to provide the way forward.

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Gimlet’s Apollo Inn releases whiskey with The Gospel

Hospitality Magazine

Trader House’s Apollo Inn is celebrating its opening with an exclusive rye whiskey crafted with Melbourne distillers The Gospel. The Gospel Projects High Wheat is the work of Apollo Inn Bar Manager Cameron Parish and The Gospel Co-Founder Ben Bowles. The duo teamed up to select a single cask for the tipple, which was then double-barrelled for three years before release. “When we were approached by Cam and the team to celebrate the opening of their new venue Apollo Inn, we wanted to h

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Hotel Distribution Channels: Mastering the Strategies for Success

Hotelogix

Maximize your hotel's bookings with this complete guide to hotel distribution channels. Understand different channels, strategies, and best practices for success.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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QSR Brands Can Leverage Technology to Genuinely Resonate with and Add Value to Guests’ Lives

Modern Restaurant Management

In the wake of the pandemic, businesses across various sectors rapidly embraced digital experiences to adapt to the changing landscape. Among these industries, the quick service restaurant (QSR) sector stood at the forefront of this seismic shift. Forced to navigate restaurant closures and a surge in food delivery, QSRs swiftly implemented changes to their online ordering, delivery systems, and in-house experiences.

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The power of transformative culinary experiences at hotels

eHotelier

Hotels must shift their F&B programming in stride with dietary cultural changes and there are specific ways within this food-as-medicine trend to activate new revenue streams and greatly enhance loyalty.

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8 tips for improving the revenue of your serviced apartment

MEWS

Improving serviced apartment revenue is the deciding factor in your property's success. As more and more travelers search for a home away from home, owners of serviced apartments can unlock a lot of potential revenue. The right marketing tools, amenities and technology can dramatically improve your bottom line.

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Creating Vibrant Visual Palettes for Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

Multidisciplinary designer Marissa Zajack is deeply passionate about food and the art of dining. “I seize every opportunity to intertwine my design expertise with the restaurant industry,” she said. “My fascination lies in crafting exceptional experiences for diners, be it through captivating branding concepts or innovative interior design.” One recent effort is Funke, the newly opened Beverly Hills restaurant from Chef Evan Funke.

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How to create a trusted hospitality employer brand

eHotelier

In this industry where competition for skilled employees is fierce, it’s becoming more important for employers to demonstrate to candidates that they are a place where people want to work.

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The Star Brisbane announces restaurant line up

Hospitality Magazine

The Star Brisbane is in the midst of a $3.6 billion renovation set to be completed in April 2024, and the luxury destination has now confirmed part of its culinary line up. The Queens’ Wharf development will rol lout 50 new venues in staged openings including Luke Nguyen’s Fat Noodle, cocktail bar Cherry, and Sports Bar. It’s a return to roots moment for Fat Noodle, which first opened in the Treasury Brisbane more than 10 years ago.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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4 ways to generate revenue using your hotel lobby | Mews

MEWS

Hoteliers are always looking for ways to effectively use their spaces, either by making them multi-functional or taking advantage of all the inventory. Today, we'll introduce four revenue-generating hotel lobby ideas so that you can make the most out of one of the prime areas of your hotel.

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The #1 Recruiting Strategy

Modern Restaurant Management

Below is an excerpt of " How to Hire: The Essential Guide to Recruit & Retain the Right People " by Clint Smith, Founder and CEO of CareerPlug. He wrote the book to give owners and operators a playbook to achieve hiring success. How to Hire covers everything you need to hire the right people, including: Clarifying mission/vision/values Understanding who you need Attracting high-quality candidates Running an effective hiring process Building a winning culture Recruiting is hard.

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Learning from challenges: How to reinvigorate your hotel culture

eHotelier

By focusing on clear priorities, intense alignment, high-performance employees, and innovation, we can build a culture that is committed to excellence.

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Cocktail bar Cardea opens in Sydney’s Barangaroo

Hospitality Magazine

Master mixologist George Bekarian and executive chef Pier Davide Maiuri have teamed up to launch the luxe speakeasy. Maiuri comes from time working across Rome, Tokyo, Chicago, and Bangkok to serve up a menu taking influence from various world cuisines and flavours. Some of the highlights across the offering include a Moroccan-style swordfish, Peruvian-inspired kingfish ceviche, eggplant bao, and Thai green lamb curry.

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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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Common HR Mistakes for Restaurant Owners to Avoid

Horizon Hospitality

There are two things that most small restaurant owners have in common. The first is that they are passionate about the restaurant industry. The second is that they are incredibly busy. Sometimes, these two traits make it easy for some essential, but less exciting, business functions to fall through the cracks. For example setting up thorough HR processes needed in restaurants tends to fall behind menus, decor, and marketing on the priority list.

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Unlocking the Benefits of Commercial Refrigeration and Walk-In Coolers

Modern Restaurant Management

In the world of food service and hospitality, proper refrigeration is crucial for maintaining the quality and safety of perishable goods. From restaurants and grocery stores to hotels and hospitals, commercial refrigeration plays a vital role in preserving the freshness of food and beverages. One essential component of commercial refrigeration systems is the walk-in cooler.

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Why preparing for a cookieless future can increase direct bookings now

eHotelier

While hoteliers face a number of challenges, combining the power of first-party data and always-on campaigns can empowern you to deliver personalised experiences that inspire booking any time of year.

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US chain Wendy’s to open 200 stores in Australia

Hospitality Magazine

After rumblings of Wendy’s arriving down under in February this year, it’s now official. The US fast-food group has signed a deal with Flynn Restaurant Group, which acquired all Pizza Hut locations in Australia in June, to open 200 Wendy’s stores in Australia. “It is (Wendy’s) a tremendous brand with significant untapped potential outside of the US,” said Flynn Restaurant Group CEO Ron Bellamy in a piece published by News.com.au “We think it is an especially great fit for Austr

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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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How to hire the best staff for your restaurant

OpenTable

Finding staff for a restaurant can be a big challenge in the hospitality industry. Knowing how to hire employees can make or break your restaurant. A reliable, dedicated staff is your biggest asset, but high-quality employees are hard to find—especially when the industry is still feeling the effects of a labor shortage. Whether you’re staffing a new restaurant, looking for seasonal employees , or streamlining your interview process, you always want to know the best way to hire restaurant employe

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Best Smart Technology Upgrades for Your Restaurant

Modern Restaurant Management

Creating a great ambiance in your sports bar or restaurant is a good way to attract new customers. People who regularly go to sports bars and restaurants want the best technology available to watch the big game. This includes televisions, audio systems, lighting, and even security. Upgrading your establishment with the latest tech can help bring in customers and keep your regulars coming back.

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Global business travel and events costs expected to remain elevated through 2024, reflecting ‘true new cost of travel’

eHotelier

Global business travel and events costs are set to climb higher through the remainder of 2023 and into 2024, albeit at a much more moderate pace than the exceptionally steep increases seen in 2022. This is according to the 2024 Global Business Travel Forecast, published today by CWT, the business travel and meetings specialist, and the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the world's largest business travel trade organization.

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A deep dive into red wine cocktails

Hospitality Magazine

When you think of cocktails made with red wine, drinks such as sangria and kalimotxo may come to mind. But red wine is a more versatile cocktail addition than most would think. It lends itself to spritz-style creations along with richer, higher-ABV options. Hospitality speaks to Yoshi Onishi from Banchō Bar, Darcy Travers from Strange Company, Nat Yao from Bar Margaux, and Brock Upton-Steele from Death & Taxes to find out how bars across Australia are using red wine in their cocktails.

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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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BITAC Independent Keynote: Adam Mogelonsky on ‘The Mille Club’

Larry Mogelonsky

At this year's BITAC Independent in Fort Myers, FL, August 6th to 8th, 2023, Adam delivered a keynote speech on "The Mille Club" where he described the psychology behind what's required to achieve a four-digit ADR as supplemented by a plethora of examples from around the world. Some takeaways: With great rate comes great expectations Keeping the relative rate increase constant, the nominal price increases substantially to buffer opex Luxury travelers think differently about how they book their t

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An Indigenous-Led Team Is Transforming a Minneapolis Superfund Site Into an Urban Farm

EATER

Cassandra Holmes. | Drew Arrieta A new deal with the city of East Phillips, Minneapolis could rehabilitate a former superfund site — and reinvigorate the members of the Little Earth of United Tribes who live there This story was originally published on Civil Eats. Cassandra Holmes got involved in environmental justice organizing after her 16-year-old son , Trinidad Flores, died in 2013 upon suddenly developing dilated cardiomyopathy, a heart condition that scientists have found to be associated

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The Royal Park Canvas – Fukuoka Nakasu, opens its doors on 4th August 2023

eHotelier

On Friday, 4th August 2023 Royal Park Hotels and Resorts Company, Ltd. opens its second hotel in Fukuoka (Kyushu).

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The story behind Sydney’s Longshore restaurant

Hospitality Magazine

Jarrod Walsh and Dot Lee are no strangers to taking over a familiar space. The pair guided Hartsyard into its second chapter, running the Newtown eatery in Sydney for four years until an opportunity to become the custodians of the former Automata location presented itself. It was a fortuitous moment — especially for Walsh, who once worked in the kitchen of the fine diner.

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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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Marriott Reveals StudioRes As New Name For Extended-Stay Brand

Industry Insights Lodging Magazine

A couple of months after launching its new lower-midscale extended-stay brand concept, Marriott International has revealed that it will be known as StudioRes. Previously referred to as Project MidX Studios, the company debuted the new concept to media during the NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference. StudioRes is geared for customers who want smart, functional design at an affordable price, and for hotel owners seeking an efficient cost to build and low-cost operating mode

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Marriott Introduces StudioRes as Its New Extended-Stay Brand

Hospitality Net

Marriott International has officially introduced StudioRes, its new affordable extended-stay brand for the midscale market.

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Romantik Hotels chooses Mews as PMS partner for their collection of 200+ hotels

eHotelier

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has been selected by Romantik Hotels as an official PMS partner for their portfolio of 200+ unique hotels across Europe.

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Behind the scenes of catering and events business Aplenty

Hospitality Magazine

When the pandemic hit London, Michaela Johansson jumped on her bike and began delivering picnic boxes to Hackney locals. She headed back home to Sydney in 2021 and launched the picnic boxes, which turned into what is now known as Aplenty, an events and catering concept. “I always wanted to run my own business and it felt like the right time,” says Johansson.

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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.