In Florida, there's détente in the battle between Disney and Gov. Ron DeSantis
The Walt Disney Company and a board appointed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis say they've reached a settlement that resolves a yearlong legal dispute.
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Court challenge brought against hotel development planned near historic Dublin building
A High Court challenge has been brought against An Bord Pleanála's decision to grant permission for a hotel and office development close to the historic Royal Hospital Kilmainham building.
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Global Hotel Alliance sees major shakeup in loyalty programmes; eyes Indian partners
Hotel loyalty programmes to consolidate over the next decade; AI to play big role in mining customer preferences, says GHA's chief executive officer Christopher Hartley.
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Why you won’t ever see a six-star hotel in Europe – and why you should avoid them elsewhere
AN expert has revealed why customers won't ever see a six-star hotel in Europe and why they should avoid them elsewhere. Tourists often rely on the star ranking system when choosing a hotel for a holiday…
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UK Hotel Industry Shows Resilience with Projected Growth Despite Pandemic Challenges
The UK hotel sector has demonstrated notable resilience in the face of substantial economic challenges over the past few years. Following the Brexit vote, the depreciation of the pound sterling rendered the UK a more accessible destination for…
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A death thrust Marriott’s CEO into the top role. It wasn’t without merit.
Tony Capuano knew he had huge shoes to fill when he was named president and CEO of Marriott International. It was almost unfair: He was following in the footsteps of a legend in the hotel industry, Arne Sorenson, who passed away at the age of 62 in…
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Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta Talks Hotel Pipeline, Loyalty, and More
In a recent interview, Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta discussed the hotel giant's record-breaking year for hotel development, the drivers behind its loyalty program's growth, and how it's trying to tame its carbon emissions…
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Big hotel chains and unbranded-hotel owners find they need each other
Independent hotel operators and giant global chains are increasingly linking up in franchise agreements as high-interest rates have slammed the hospitality industry, slowing down new hotel construction…
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Radisson to scale up Morocco portfolio, aims for 25 hotels by 2030
Radisson is looking to accelerate its presence in Morocco and aiming to scale up its portfolio to 25 properties across the country by 2030. The company currently has 11 hotels in operation and under development…
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What technology is used in smart hotels?
Smart hotel technology has evolved to the point where integrating it into every stage of the guest journey is as standard as offering an online check-in. As guest expectations continue to evolve, your hotel must rise to the challenge of surpassing…
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Hospitality Technology PR Specialist Abode Worldwide Makes Three Key Hires
Abode Worldwide, a specialist public relations agency in the hospitality and living sectors, has announced three key hires as it seeks to execute its ambitious growth plan.
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Tech-centric hotel operators look to upend the traditional management model
In fall 2021, the Ace Hotel in Pittsburgh’s East Liberty neighborhood reopened after being forced to close during the COVID-19 pandemic. Only thing was, it no longer was the Ace Hotel. Now called The Maverick by Kasa, the hotel’s owner decided to…
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Security Flaw Can Open Over 3 Million Door Locks, Mainly at Hotels
According to security researchers, the flaw can let a hacker unlock door systems from Dormakaba's Saflok brand, which is used across numerous hotel properties.
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Iceland to unveil Árböðin Lagoon: A new geothermal oasis in the Golden Circle
In a significant boost to Iceland’s already thriving tourism and hospitality industry, construction has kicked off for a remarkable new destination for relaxation and rejuvenation, Árböðin Lagoon.
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Radisson appoints Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Nikhil Sharma as managing director and ASVP, South Asia
In his new role, Nikhil Sharma will lead Radisson Hotel Group’s operations in the dynamic South Asia region, which boasts over 165 hotels in operation and development.
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Hourly workers are in demand—here’s how to win them back in a tight jobs market
As the needs of the workforce evolve, here are three practical things employers should be doing to attract the right people and hit their staffing goals.
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Serbia’s government has taken to subsidising the construction of new hotels
Three companies frequently favoured by the state have received most of the money allocated by the government as subsidies for the construction of new hotels to meet growing tourism demand.
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Legacy PMS is Negatively Impacting Guest Intelligence and a Barrier to Innovation
As the former COO of Shiji ReviewPro, my team and I have worked with many clients over the years across the globe to optimise the process of the collection of quality of the guest data that they are collecting from their guests during the…
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