Mews Survey Finds 89% of Hotel Guests Prefer AI in Background, Not at Front Desk
A global survey of 3,250 travelers found that while most hotel guests are open to artificial intelligence (AI) in hospitality, 89% prefer AI to operate behind the scenes or alongside human service, rather than replacing staff in guest-facing roles…
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Bumbling Cybercab Gets Trapped in Hotel Parking Lot, Drops off Passenger Right Where He Started
In Austin, a man’s attempt to be chauffeured out of his hotel in style was foiled when his confused ride couldn’t even pull out of the building.
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Proceed with caution: navigating AI in the hotel industry
Integrated Resort Advisors Principal and HFTP International Hospitality Technology Hall of Fame inductee, Scot Campbell, is recognised as a pivotal figure in the hospitality technology landscape.
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Travelodge wants to roll out ‘contactless’ self-serve hotels
Travelodge is considering opening more hotels where guest don't have to talk to staff at all during their stay
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Wayne Lappage loves virtual cards – in principle. “The benefits are huge,” says the global commodity manager for travel and expense at mobility IT systems company Yunex Traffic. “You get enriched data; you’ve got better control in terms of spend…
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Counting the Cost of Contactless
Today’s hotels are embracing the contact-free revolution, seeking to meet the expectations of health-conscious travellers by minimising physical contact and enhancing hygiene protocols…
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7 Things to Consider When Implementing Contactless Check-In to Your Hotel
The hospitality industry is undergoing a significant digital transformation, and one of the most promising developments is the rise of contactless check-in. After COVID, contactless check-in is a necessity…
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