Hotel Management Companies Drive Significantly Better Guest Experiences, J.D. Power Finds
TROY, Mich. - The secret to a great branded hotel stay may be in an aspect that guests do not often realize: the third-party management company operating the hotel, which…
Trump Hotels Deploys ReactorNet – BirchStreet’s Integrated P2P Solution
LAS VEGAS – September 4, 2024 - BirchStreet Systems, a leading provider of procure-to-pay automation solutions developed specifically for the hospitality sector, today announced the rollout of the ReactorNet solution…
Be More Interesting by Showing More Interest
Be More Interesting by Showing More Interest — Photo by Shepard Presentations, LLC. When I was a teenager, Johnny Carson hosted The Tonight Show. I found him to be more…
Navigating Today’s Labor Shortages | By Moneesh Arora
Labor shortages in the hospitality industry have evolved from a temporary challenge to the new normal. Strikes, absenteeism, and staffing gaps are pushing hotel operations to their limits, and the…
Out of Office: Understanding American vacation trends
Americans are notorious for leaving vacation days on the table. Despite the numerous benefits of taking time off from work, over half (53%) of Americans don’t plan to use all…
STR Weekly Insights: 18-24 August 2024
Countries/markets mentioned United States: Chicago, Houston, Milwaukee, New Orleans Global: China, Mexico, United Kingdom (London) Highlights U.S. RevPAR up for sixth consecutive week All chain scales posted RevPAR gains for…
Digitalization of Travel | By Adel Eldin and Fred DeMicco
Introduction By offering mobile applications (apps) to meet ever-increasing consumer demands. in various services including travel as the mobile apps enable new innovative ways of delivering travel services right from…
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth unveils first glimpse into $60 million transformation of iconic hotel
As Australia's first luxury hotel, it has hosted an array of international dignitaries and celebrities since its opening in 1966. 436 newly appointed guest rooms and suites spanning 15 storeys…
Handwritten Collection continues to grow in Europe with first hotels in Albania, Cyprus, Germany, Romania & Benelux
Handwritten Collection, a standout collection brand of Accor, continues its growth trajectory in Europe with a series of upcoming openings that will mark the brand’s debut in Albania (Tirana), Cyprus…
Accor unveils the winners of the 2024 Accor Design Awards x Sofitel at the Maison&Objet Fair
A creative melting pot Accor has chosen the Maison&Objet Fair in Paris – a meeting place for business and creative interaction between global players in the world of decor, design…