‘Not worth compromising’: Why some Sydney restaurants are saying no to delivery
The demand for food delivery and takeaway might be on the rise, but for venues like RaRa Ramen, Porteno and LuMi, it just “doesn’t make sense”.
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‘Not worth compromising’: Why some Sydney restaurants are saying no to delivery
The demand for food delivery and takeaway might be on the rise, but for venues like RaRa Ramen, Porteno and LuMi, it just “doesn’t make sense”.
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When the System Starts Thinking for You
The hotel’s revenue manager arrives at 8:47 on a Tuesday morning, her screen is already populated with recommendations, pickup has been analyzed and competitor rates have been scanned.
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What Quantum Physics and Revenue Management Have in Common
At first glance, quantum physics and revenue management should never meet…
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New York City bans hidden hotel fees and surprise charges
The rule requires hotels operating in, or marketing to, New York City to show the full price upfront, including mandatory fees and credit card authorisations.
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Why New Year’s Eve hotels cost 300% more for late bookers
If you’re keen on staying in a hotel for New Year’s Eve, now is the best time to book — but not for this year. Rather, to see in 2027.
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This is how much Kevin McCallister’s infamous 1992 Plaza Hotel stay would cost today
At these prices, it would be better to stay home alone for the holidays.
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Worth it for Instagram or just a rip-off? Hotel pool access fees in Korea spark controversy
Why do Korean hotels charge extra for guests to use their pools and place limits on the number of times guests can use them?
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Don’t Leave the Golden Window Open Too Long
Exclusive Feature: Imagine walking into a shop to ask about a product that has caught your attention, and you are most likely to buy it.
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In the early 2000s, the online travel landscape looked very different from today. Expedia, Orbitz, Hotels.com, Travelocity and CheapTickets all operated as independent companies, competing aggressively for consumer attention…
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The Five Stages of Rate Parity Acceptance
Rate parity is an evergreen topic. I wrote an article on rate parity for hotels in 2023, and all the way back in 2015. It’s an issue that seems to stir up a lot of concern at the asset management and property levels…
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Is my hotel room pricing logical?
Setting the right price for a hotel room can be a straightforward task for some, yet complex for others. Regardless, the key question remains: Is the price point logical?
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Get a flavour of the Hotel, Restaurant and Catering show
The Hotel, Restaurant and Catering event will feature a bounty of food and beverage producers. Clare Nicholls rounds up what's on offer…
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A Smarter Way to Save - 8 Ways That Hoteliers Can Increase Compliance and Reduce Annual Spend
Sourcing goods and services effectively is at the epicenter of day-to-day functions in hospitality firms and accommodations…
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Accor, Hilton, IHG, Marriott & Radisson Form Procurement Alliance
Accor, Hilton, IHG, Marriott, and Radisson have formed with two procurement organizations, Avendra and Entegra, a Hospitality Alliance for Responsible Procurement (HARP)…
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Luxury hotels hit by import challenges
In fiscal 2021-22, the Parjatan Corporation imported liquor and beer worth $700,000, compared to $1.1 million in the previous year…
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How hoteliers are balancing procurement challenges
Hotel procurement continues to face challenges due to a confluence of factors that have reshaped the landscape of the hospitality industry…
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