Greek hotels could be forced to make big change to their pools this summer
Hotels on Greek islands may be forced to change their swimming pool water as climate change strikes…
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Greek hotels could be forced to make big change to their pools this summer
Hotels on Greek islands may be forced to change their swimming pool water as climate change strikes…
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Site 4: The world’s weirdest hotel
The economic rise of dark tourism is set to reach $43.5 billion by 2031. From day trips to nuclear disaster zones to the haunted abodes of old serial killers, millions around the world are shunning a week of sun and relaxation in Spain in favour of…
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New hotel management company plans to "disrupt the luxury hotel market"
New hotel management company, Luminous Living, Founder, Chris Dickinson has big plans to disrupt the market saying, “we’ve lost touch with the customer”.
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Adapting to Google’s New Algorithm: What Hotels Need to Know About the Future of Media Coverage
Last month, Search Engine Journal reported that “Google Site Reputation Abuse Penalties Hit Major Publishers.” What about its impact on hotels?
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How Machine Learning Can Help Hotels Via Segmentation Recommendations
Into 2025, this is going to be the ‘year of data’ wherein hotels now have the tools to develop real-time data flows and structured data warehouses to conduct proper AI-driven analyses. Lucrative and alluring in theory; the reality here still far…
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This Parisian Hotel Delivers An Unapologetically Cool Girl Vibe
When it comes to a neighbourhood as full of contradictions as Pigalle, capturing its essence is no easy feat. Its streets might now be filled with raunchy sex shops, nightclubs and questionable souvenir stores, but this richly historic corner of…
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Holoconnects to Debut AI-Powered Holographic Avatars, Hospitality Features and More at CES 2025
Holoconnects, a leading technology provider of 3D holographic solutions, today announced it will showcase the latest features of Holobox and Holobox Mini – plug-and-play holographic devices that project lifelike 3D images and videos – at CES 2025…
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Why guest retention is the #1 priority for hoteliers in 2025?
To begin with, revenge travel is over. STR and Tourism Economics final 2025 forecast reflects a downgrade in growth rates because of concerns over rising costs of living. It’s simple math: higher cost of living means less disposable income which…
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Why New York’s historic hotels are the hot picks for 2025
Three of Manhattan’s grandes dames are unveiling splashy reopenings that lean into the city’s 1920s heritage. Here’s where to stay this year
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Hotel technology predictions for 2025
In the face of low or flat rate growth, hotels will turn to ecommerce, actionable data insights, and generative AI to maintain profitability.
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The Hotel Media Review of 2024 – Hospitality Industry’s Zeitgeist
As with every year (almost every year) since 2011, I analyze the top headlines in hotel media to see what are the trends that get the most mentions and interest. I find analyzing the most clicked headlines to be a good way to see what interests the…
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Outlook 2025: Long-term view to trump geopolitical noise
Despite the complex geopolitical outlook affecting markets at the dawn of 2025, savvy hospitality investors would do well to keep their eye on the long-term prize, experts suggest.
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Dis-loyalty: Hotel Perks And Discounts With “No” Loyalty Or Points
Everyone wants you to join their loyalty program these days. From the local coffee shop to the supermarket and what’s clinking in your wallet, loyalty is all the rage.
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So what is a hotel brand really? The hotel brand pyramid
I recently came across this brand pyramid chart. While incomplete, I find it is pretty useful to compare the various hotels of multiple groups in their categories.
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Actor turned Old Course Hotel doorman turns to modelling after decade of St Andrews selfies
Gordon Dryburgh appeared in films including Police Academy 4 before posing for thousands of photos in his kilt at the world-famous hotel.
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4 Trends to Watch in 2025: The Future of Technology and AI
With a new year around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about what tech trends are coming in the months ahead, 2025 will be interesting.
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Luxury hotels enter kimchi business to diversify revenue sources
More Koreans buy premium kimchi instead of making it
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Hyatt, Hilton, Marriott, and IHG Are Redefining the Shape of Global Hospitality Industry
The global hospitality industry is witnessing a transformative era, with major hotel brands such as Hyatt, Hilton, Marriott, and IHG Hotels & Resorts at the forefront of innovation. These leading brands are redefining the travel experience by…
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