UAE-headquartered Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, celebrated its 20th anniversary this week in Berlin at the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF), where the then...
Cybersecurity in the hospitality industry is the software and processes that safeguard the vast array of sensitive data that hotels and resorts collect from their guests.
Rector of HES-SO and president of swissuniversities, Dr Luciana Vaccaro, presented her priorities in the evolving higher education landscape and looked at ways of strengthening the collaboration with EHL at this important moment in time....
Somewhere there is a world where destinies collide. A world where one can spread their wings and wander, exactly as one wishes. In April, Sofitel takes us to this very special place with its new campaign starring Gillian Anderson and...
The all-suite retreat located at the gateway of the Hamptons is now available via Hyatt.com and is expected to join the JdV by Hyatt brand in mid-2024 following renovation completion.
Imagine a room full of college seniors all passionate about the same field and each recognized for academic excellence. One would think such individuals, specifically chosen for their demonstrated commitment to their future careers,...
California’s Coastal Playground Elevates Guest Experience with Extensive Upgrades Across Culinary, Meetings & Events Spaces, Plus Revitalized River Ranch; Unveils New Family-Friendly Offerings.
2023 was the most dispersed year of travel with guests on Airbnb traveling to more than 100,000 cities and towns across more than 200 countries and regions. As guests continue to explore new destinations, more people than ever before...
Organized by the President of the General Assembly in collaboration with UN Tourism, the event was held at the UN Headquarters within the framework of Sustainability Week. The presence of Member States, Observers, civil society...
New reports from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Microsoft highlights the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its role in shaping the future of Travel & Tourism.
Helped by the total solar eclipse, U.S. hotel performance increased from the previous week, according to CoStar’s latest data through 13 April. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in...
Michelin, a name synonymous with culinary excellence and a beacon for food enthusiasts around the globe, has recently ventured into a new domain with the launch of its hotel rating system, the Michelin Key. This move marks a significant...
In recent years, the realms of sales marketing, distribution, and loyalty have undergone significant transformation in response to the challenges and opportunities brought about by remote work. Discussions held during HSMAI leadership...
The prospect of higher inflation in coming months will likely cause volatility in financial markets. However, CBRE expects inflation will ease toward the Fed’s 2% target as the year progresses. While it’s too early for the Fed to declare...
CRM for hotels has become essential not only for connecting with guests but also for driving growth in hotel sales and catering. Many hotels currently operate with fragmented systems for managing customer information, including property...
Tripleseat for Hotels, the leading cloud-based group sales and catering management platform for hotels announces its exciting new collaboration with PURS Fine Hotels & Restaurants, an acclaimed German-based hospitality group with luxury...
Currently direct online bookings and their distribution costs: ongoing website hosting and technology upgrades, website content optimization, SEO, website visitors referrals fees (metasearch and paid search CPCs, online media and...
Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud that was recently named Best PMS at HotelTechAwards 2024, has been selected by Emeraude Hotels to power their portfolio across France.
Today, global hospitality leader IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) launches AirPlay in the first phase of hotel rooms, giving guests the ability to stream content privately and securely from their iPhone or iPad to the TV in their guest rooms....
Otelier, the hospitality performance optimization platform that puts data and efficiency at the heart of hotel operations, is once again preparing to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes of hospitality with the celebration of the...
‘Sense of place’ has long been a buzz phrase. Linked to a range of disciplines from urban planning to sociology, nowadays it is increasingly being used in the hospitality industry. It captures the physical aspects, culture and history of...
Manhattan hotels have seen an increase in occupancy, average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room. But the growth rate has started to decline as the market stabilizes. Cheaper hotels gained from market fatigue, with midscale...
Dimitri Manikis is the President of Wyndham Hotels and Resorts for Europe, Middle East, Eurasia and Africa. Wyndham is the world’s biggest franchise with 25 brands across 9,200 hotels in 95 countries. Dimitri’s region includes around 650...
In my role as Senior Vice President at Shiji Group, I lead our efforts across the vibrant markets of Asia Pacific & Middle East, drawing extensively on my previous experiences at Oracle and Micros Fidelio. This position, enriched by over...
The author and his partner spent six months with their toddler exploring the state’s wildest places in an old motorhome As one of the most photographed, filmed and crooned about places in the world, California often feels like an idea as...
The Edgewood tries to go further in developing guest experiences, making sure that the majority are complimentary and that there is something unique every day.
In a move that is part of its strategy to be more competitive with budget airlines, United is adding flights and flying bigger planes to Florida destinations.
SeaWorld reported third-quarter attendance was down 2.8% due in part to "unusual and significantly adverse weather in our peak operating season across most of our markets," said CEO Marc Swanson.
"Particle Ink: House of Shattered Prisms," which previously entertained guests in downtown Las Vegas' Arts District, features acrobats, dancers and original music.
Officials recently released renderings and descriptions of the hotel's highest-end suite collection, spa and fitness amenities, and some of its food and beverage concepts.
The new bar Bourbon Parade brings the music, second lines and "laissez le bons temps rouler" of New Orleans to the Grand Bazaar Shops in front of the Horseshoe Las Vegas.
MyTicketPro, which is debuting on Nov. 6, will offer live inventory of tickets to major North American sporting events sourced directly from the teams.
There's a lot to do at this annual fall spectacular, a Disney favorite. Travel Weekly's Jamie Biesiada walked in with a plan to make the most of her experience.
Former TSA administrator John Pistole says current security measures are critical to keeping Americans safe and must be applied to all carriers, including scheduled charter operations like JSX and others.
Live music, "Sip & Shop" experiences and room and race packages are just some of the things that are planned to help celebrate the first Las Vegas Grand Prix in November.
Rio Rewards has four tiers and will reward guests with accommodations, show tickets, early check-in/late checkout, monthly dining credits and daily drink vouchers.