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Novotel & ibis Styles Melbourne Airport officially takes off

Melbourne Airport CEO Lorie Argus, Accor Pacific COO Adrian Williams and Visit Victoria CEO Brendan McClements were joined by over 120 key industry and media stakeholders today for the official ribbon cutting and launch of Novotel and ibis…

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Mews sponsors Hotelschool The Hague’s Sustainable Hospitality Challenge for greener travel

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, is an official sponsor for Hotelschool The Hague’s Sustainable Hospitality Challenge, an initiative that aims to champion the evolution of eco-friendly hospitality.

What is sustainable travel: 10 best practices

As academics specializing in the travel, tourism and hospitality (TTH) industry, we have trained and advised dozens of companies in their journey towards sustainable businesses. There is so much more to sustainable travel & tourism than…

Empowering Hotel Revenue Strategies Through AI and Causal ML

The hotel industry, long dependent on traditional methods, is now facing transformative change. As digital channels reshape hospitality, it’s important to grasp the role of artificial intelligence (AI). AI can improve guest experiences,…

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Songtsam Resorts Unveils Newest Property

Songtsam Hotels Resorts & Tours, an award-winning luxury boutique hotel collection located in the Tibet and Yunnan Provinces of China, announces the opening of its newest property, Songtsam Lodge Bingzhongluo, marking the brand’s 17th…

The Grange Dundee Hills Debuts in Willamette Valley, OR

Perched atop a picturesque hillside and neighboring the beloved Black Walnut Inn & Vineyard, The Grange Dundee Hills opens its doors today, offering elegant comfort with rustic charm.

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Understanding California’s Landmark Junk Fee Law Revisions to the Consumer Legal Remedies Act (CLRA)

First, the nomenclature of the forbidden practices, then the names for the law, a summary of the latest events, and details of the final California Junk Fee Law. In this article, we will focus on the changes to the California Civil Code …

California’s new Junk Fee Law now has world-wide effect. Here’s what you need to know to avoid costly litigation.

On July 1, 2024, California’s new Junk Fee Law took effect. It could have worldwide impact if prices for goods or services are publicly advertised and reach California residents. How can you avoid that with online ads and other public…

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Phist Strikes Again! Southeast Asia’s Biggest Sustainable Tourism Event Reveals Top-Level Speakers for 2024

PHIST (Phuket Hotels for Islands Sustaining Tourism), Southeast Asia’s biggest sustainability event for the travel and hospitality sectors, will return to spark conversation and drive the green agenda this September, with an impressive…

IRIS F&B Mobile Ordering Now Available on Oracle Cloud Marketplace

IRIS, a leading provider of digital F&B and guest experience platforms for the hospitality sector and a member of Oracle Partner Network (OPN), today announced F&B Mobile Ordering is available on Oracle Cloud Marketplace and can be…

The Top 10 Accounts Receivable Controls

“AR” as we commonly refer to the sub department of the accounting function is a mainstay in any larger group-based hotel. In these juggernauts the importance of efficiently collecting your money is mission critical. Not only do we take the…

7 design trends to convert travelers on your website

Visiting your hotel’s website has become an almost mandatory part of a traveler’s booking process. It can be the deciding factor.

Recognizing Technology Advancements in The Lodging Industry

I am privileged to have built a career in hospitality technology at an opportune time, as technology emerged as a powerhouse in the industry. I became passionate about hospitality technology as an undergraduate student in the early 2000s.

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France’s Newest Suites Open at Coquillade Provence

Nestled in the heart of Luberon, Coquillade Provence, originating from an 11th-century hamlet established by Cistercian monks and opened by Swiss visionary Andy Rihs in 2008, stands as a paragon of sustainability and luxury. The property…

A Restorative Lakeside Retreat, Rosewood Schloss Fuschl Reimagines Rich Traditions of Austrian Countryside to Offer Unparalelled Luxury Experiences

Discover the restored 15th-centry castle where charming Alpine heritage meets enriched and elevated luxury at Rosewood Schloss Fuschl.

Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin - Week Ending 28 June 2024

Blackstone acquires Village Hotels from KSL

Minor Hotels Announces First NH Collection Property in Thailand

Minor Hotels, a leading hospitality group, has announced the upcoming rebranding of Peace Resort Samui into NH Collection Samui, marking the arrival of NH Collection - an upscale brand synonymous with European refinement - to Thailand.…

HBX Group and PerfectStay join forces to offer roll-out B2B2C travel packages globally

HBX Group, a leading player in the B2B TravelTech ecosystem, announces today a strategic partnership with PerfectStay, a leading B2B company specialising in tailored holiday packaging. This collaboration aims to create a new global leader…

Cygnett Hotels & Resorts launches a comprehensive leadership program to train hospitality leaders

In a major initiative to train current and emerging hospitality industry leaders, Cygnett Hotels & Resorts has recently introduced its Comprehensive Cygnett Leadership Development Program (CLDP).

APAC: Economic Boom or Financial Gloom?

2024 has been very intense. Throughout my career as a hotelier, I’ve gone through 9/11, a few wars, a world financial crisis, pandemics, and a tsunami to name but a few significant milestones. And yet, 2024 has been the most intense year…

Sports and Conventions Support Hotel Industry in Cincinnati, OH

The Cincinnati lodging market is gearing up for an influx in demand fueled by the renovation of the Duke Energy Convention Center. Moreover, recent success and changes in the city’s diverse sports scene are drawing visitors from near and…

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IHG Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with the V&A Waterfront bring InterContinental brand to Cape Town

Set to open in 2025 after refurbishment, InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town will build on the legacy of the property and write a new era of luxury hospitality in the country.

Tripadvisor Unveils Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best Things To Do

Tripadvisor®, the world’s largest travel guidance platform, announced the winners of its annual 2024 Travelers’ Choice® Awards Best of the Best Things to Do, highlighting the highest rated experiences and attractions around the world and…

TrustYou Announces Launch of AI-powered Customer Data Platform (CDP)

Munich, July 2, 2024 - TrustYou, a global leader in guest feedback and reputation management solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking Customer Data Platform (CDP). This new AI-powered platform is designed to…

Look what she made them do: The Swiftie influence on European travel

This summer is anything but cruel for Swifties as Taylor’s highly-anticipated tour continues to captivate audiences across Europe. New insights reveal that searches for stays on Airbnb by Americans during European dates of the tour have…

Travel & Tourism set to inject TND 23BN into Tunisia’s economy this year

The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) has today revealed that Tunisia’s Travel & Tourism sector is set to inject a record-breaking TND 23BN into the national economy this year.

South Korea’s Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Reach New Heights in 2024

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) predicts a remarkable year for Travel & Tourism in South Korea, with significant growth in its economic contribution, employment, and visitor spending.

STR Weekly Insights: 16-22 June 2024

U.S. revenue per available room (RevPAR) decreased 2.4% year over year (YoY), which was entirely the result of an occupancy decline of 1.8 percentage points (ppts). Average daily rate (ADR) was basically flat at +0.1% YoY.

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Since When Have EV Chargers Become a Necessity for Hotels?

I rented a pure electronic vehicle (PEV) or battery electric vehicle (BEV) for a road trip to Palm Springs in January. That was the first time I took a trip with an EV, and I discovered that a PEV was only good for short or daily commutes.…