There is a lot capital on the sidelines waiting to be deployed, but European investors said that's likely where it will stay, at least for the foreseeable future…
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There is a lot capital on the sidelines waiting to be deployed, but European investors said that's likely where it will stay, at least for the foreseeable future…
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Olympics-Soaring hotel prices, crackdown on illegal renting to hit Paris 2024 experience
PARIS, Nov 20 (Reuters) - Visitors heading to Paris for next year's Olympics face major accommodation problems amid soaring hotel prices and a crackdown on rentals of tourist apartments…
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Wyndham board deems Choice Hotels' new offer "a step backwards"
U.S. hotel operator Wyndham Hotels and Resorts (WH.N) said on Tuesday a new letter from Choice Hotels (CHH.N) "represents a step backwards" and the terms outlined are not in the best interests of Wyndham or its shareholders…
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Takeaways on fine water, a growing trend for the privileged in a world that's increasingly thirsty
Fine water is a growing category worldwide, even in water-stressed countries like India, where one company imports natural spring water that's bottled in sleek glass bottles in Bhutan…
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Ignace Bauwens named chief executive of Hand Picked Hotels
The former chief operating officer of Corinthia Hotels has been appointed chief executive of Hand Picked Hotels. Ignace Bauwens will be taking over from current CEO Julia Hands on 1 December…
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From Silos to Synergy: Getting Hotel Teams on the Same Page - By Lynn Zwibak
Now that the hotel industry has moved away from siloed departments, you expect your commercial teams to work together. But that’s impossible when each department is still operating independently…
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Today in history: The Vegas MGM Grand fire killed 87 - Let's remember them
Today in history, in 1980, fire in the 26-floor MGM Grand hotel casino in Las Vegas killed 87 people and injured over 700. Improper ventilation and several safety code violations were blamed for the disaster…
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Discover The United Arab Emirates' Eco-Friendly Hotel Industry
With Cop28 fast approaching, hotels and resorts around the nation are making sustainability a top priority. As the countdown to Cop28 nears its end, all eyes will be on the United Arab Emirates and its dazzling array of five-star hotels…
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In a tight labor market, employers sweeten the holiday perks for hospitality employees
Cape Cod’s Wequassett Resort and Golf Club will be open this Christmas for the first time in its nearly 100 years in business, and it’s channeling a lot of pent-up holiday spirit. There will be visits from Santa, a pajama brunch with Mrs…
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Digital Nomad Startup Raises $325 Million For 150 Boutique Hotels
Traditional short-term rentals often don't work well for the digital nomad who also wants to socialize. Outsite is trying to fill that gap…
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Hotels and resorts across South Korea are taking matters into their own hands to control and prevent the spread of bedbugs amid growing reports of infestations nationwide…
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How Hotels Can Protect Power Devices from Looming Cyber Threats in an Interconnected IT Environment
As IT strategies have evolved amid the digital transformation, an era of generative AI is emerging that is changing the way hotels serve guests…
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Stein Eriksen wins best in the U.S. honors
Voters in the 2023 World Ski Awards crowned the Forbes Five-Star Stein Eriksen Lodge the “United States’ Best Ski Hotel” and Stein Eriksen Residences the “United States’ Best Ski Boutique Hotel” in the 11th annual World Ski Awards, upholding their…
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The Dark Side of Revenue Management: Avoiding Ethical Pitfalls
The Temptation of Hidden Fees Rate Manipulation - Let’s face it; we’ve all been tempted to play with rates to boost revenue. It’s the oldest trick in the revenue management book, you might even say that’s exactly what revenue management is…
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Finland will close 4 border crossings with Russia, accusing Moscow of organizing a flow of migrants
HELSINKI (AP) — Finland will close four crossing points on its long border with Russia to stop the flow of Middle Eastern and African migrants that it accuses Moscow of ushering to the border in recent months, the government said Thursday…
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Everyone Loves a Boutique Hotel. But What Exactly Is One?
We asked the experts to break it down by size, vibe, and appeal—and to share their favorite boutique hotels…
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Hotel chain infuse Full English flavours into breakfast waffles
This is someone’s dream - The dilemma over what to have for breakfast has been solved – with a Full English waffle…
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World Young Chef Young Waiter & Young Mixologist 2023 competition final to take place in Monaco
The 2023 world finals competition of both World Young Chef Young Waiter and Young Mixologist will take place at the Lycée Rainer lll Monaco on the 23rd-24th November…
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