Management

Chef Tom Kerridge has said he hopes Jeremy Clarkson will shine a light on the challenges of running a pub when he opens his own.
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An Aussie pub that boasted the record for the most stabbings in one night and was once dubbed the 'toughest in the world' has closed…
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As the hospitality industry continues to evolve in response to shifting consumer preferences and technological advancements, hotels are redefining their approach to revenue generation. Recognizing the need to adapt and diversify, forward-thinking…
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THE IRISH HOTELS Federation has criticised proposals that could see a hotel tax introduced in Dublin…
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Hyatt has bought the “me and all hotels” brand from Germany’s Lindner Hotels, a minor expansion of its European portfolio. The deal for the lifestyle hotel brand, which closed Friday, adds a 29th brand to Hyatt’s collection of hotel, resort, and…
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When implemented effectively, partnering with the right asset management firm can help maximize investor returns and real estate property values. Asset management is particularly important in this post-pandemic environment where macroeconomic…
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The serviced apartment sector has lost traction among corporate travel programmes as hotels stake their claim in the extended-stay market, according to the Global Serviced Apartment Industry Report (GSAIR) 2024, released today by Ariosi Group, part…
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When industry people get together to talk about hospitality there is never any shortage of enthusiasm. Topics of discussion often include new methods, advancements, current concerns, and directional advice, but how do you know what to accept as…
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 Barcelona, a top Spanish holiday destination, announced on Friday that it will bar apartment rentals to tourists by 2028, an unexpectedly drastic move as it seeks to rein in soaring housing costs and make the city liveable for residents…
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As hoteliers and consultants, we respond to the question of profitability spontaneously. In Asia, most large format hotels have a much more equal distribution of rooms and F&B revenue. In some cases, F&B can be 50% of the total revenue. The question…
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Anders Johannesson, GM of Hilton Dubai Creek Hotel & Residences, discusses his hospitality journey and explains how a collaborative philosophy is the driving force behind the success of the property.
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A long time ago, a popular singer made a hit with his song: “Even if it rains, the summer will be hot, hot, hot, from the Côte d'Azur to Saint-Malo”…
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In 2005, the film director Eli Roth made a movie that gave hostels a really bad name. Putting the ludicrous plot and gory violence aside, “Hostel,” a film about two college students and their bad travel choices, cast hostels in a very seedy light…
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Kim Fournais, Saxo Bank’s Founder and CEO, has acquired the hotel property, Son Valenti, which spans more than 200 hectares, from Virgin Hotels Collection under the Virgin Group. 
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New research from Accor in Europe examines the growing importance of guest reviews and ratings when booking a hotel stay.
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Effective pricing strategies are the cornerstone of spa revenue management. While price controls are still largely a manual endeavor in the spa industry compared to the more sophisticated automated programs employed for hotel rooms and airline…
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IHG Hotels & Resorts and private hotel operator NOVUM Hospitality have jointly opened their first hotel in Germany following a recent partnership.
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Hilton, with a brand value of $11.6 billion, has retained its title as the world’s most valuable hotel brand for the ninth consecutive year, according to new data from Brand Finance, the brand valuation consultancy. Hyatt, with a brand value of $6…
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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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“When you think of revenue management, which is the first department that comes to mind?”
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Hotel company CEOs are some of the most pollyannaish folk in business. The biggest cheerleaders of travel and hospitality have a duty to tell it like they think it is—even if it’s not. Leave the honesty to the hotel developers and lenders…
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Climate change is one of the most significant challenges society is facing, but we are currently trapped in what feels like a phony war. We know we should act, but there is limited international guidance as to how and little immediate legislation to…
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Small, family-owned hotels are still numerous throughout the European hospitality market, but recent investment data suggests the existing status quo is unlikely to last.
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Sometimes, it’s better to rent or lease than to straight out buy. In homes and cars, yes—what about in the hotel business?
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