Never has it been more important to capitalise on improving your website’s conversion. Every visitor is a potential booking and an opportunity to help improve your occupancy levels in these challenging times.
Study reveals importance of OTA travelers in economic recovery
New research shows that OTA travelers spend more and stay for longer, leading to economic stimulus for destinations and communities.
From gift shop to the post-pandemic gift experience
The modern gift shop is not an independent sales vertical for tchotchkes and touristy trinkets; it exists as part of an ecosystem of revenue generators, all of them working in harmony to amplify the onsite journey.
How your hotel can reduce IT costs
Reducing your costs is probably at the forefront of your mind right now following COVID-19. Here are detailed, practical ways to get your technology costs under control.
10 new creative room types to boost revenue
Take advantage of these creative ideas for alternative room types that can enhance your marketability without resorting to discounts. By providing value-added experiences, rather than rate cuts, you’ll bolster the bottom line without damaging brand perception.
Canary Islands joins observatory network
The Canary Islands has been confirmed as the latest member of INSTO, overseeing the responsible development of tourism worldwide.
APAC markets show continued signs of recovery
APAC hotel industry has reported continued performance improvement from COVID-19 low points thanks to strong domestic demand and holidays.
75 years of the United Nations
The United Nations. was established to promote peace among nations and allow us to work together to build a better future for all.
The true cost of an LMS
Too many businesses only consider the up-front, monetary cost of potential offerings when deciding to change their LMS.
Atomize’s new Multi-Property BETA Program
Atomize now catering to multi-property hotel groups and chanins by launching a Multi-Property BETA Program.
Hop launches new branded hotel app to help hoteliers respond to a contactless market
The app has already helped many hotels with keeping guests updated with key information relating to Covid-19 procedures and the measures in place for guests.
Sabre and Google develop industry-first AI technology for travel
Travel AI capabilities will be infused across Sabre’s technology platform to power the future of personalized travel.
Herman Kemp named GM at Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh
A Dutch national with extensive experience in Southeast Asia, Kemp will oversee the pre-opening of the first Hyatt Regency hotel in Cambodia.
John Burns named Senior Advisor at PROVision Partners
Burns, one of the top ten hospitality experts changing the travel industry, brings over 28 years of consulting expertise to the firm.
Mandarin Oriental announces new GM appointments in Turkey
Mandarin Oriental announced the appointment of Harun Dursun and Ersev Demiröz as General Manager in Turkey.
Record-breaking participation at ITB Asia 2020 Virtual
The success of the first virtual show signals returning confidence amongst travel industry professionals.
Virtual PATA Travel Mart 2020 welcomes over 1,000 delegates
The delegate numbers embraced 208 sellers from 199 organisations and 40 destinations, along with 152 buyers from 147 organisations and 39 source markets.
BLLA concludes first Digital Summit, 10th Annual StayBoutique Awards
The summit gathered boutique professionals from across the globe for two days of commerce, culture and art, concluding with the announcement of the winners of BLLA’s 10th annual StayBoutique Awards.
Introducing Vietnam’s coast with the most
Ba Ria-Vung Tau has been underated, but the province is now picking up strong momentum thanks to an array of luxury offerings.
Hyatt announces plans for first Cape Town hotel
Hyatt Regency Cape Town is set to open in December 2020, marking a significant milestone in Hyatt’s growth in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Radisson launches new brand
Radisson Hotel Group launches new brand: Radisson Individuals and achieves 10 new hotel signings across EMEA.
2nd Excellence Award for ETB Hospitality Education and Training Centre
Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board announced its Hospitality Education and Training Centre has become the first centre in the Republic of Irelandto be awarded with a consecutive European Framework for Quality Management Centre of Excellence Award.
ICHM named Australia’s top hotel school
Adelaide-based International College of Hotel Management (ICHM) has been named the best hotel and hospitality school in Australia for the second consecutive year.
FIU and South Beach Wine & Food Festival give back
FIU’s Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management is helping to put money into the hands of cooks, servers, dishwashers and all team members at restaurants and bars through a new partnership with the South Beach Wine & Food Festival.
