Improved air connectivity and seat capacity are helping to make travel easier, both regionally and internationally, as airlines respond to traveller demand. Plus, interest in Asia-Pacific destinations is continuing to accelerate from its popularity surge last year.
The 16-bedroom estate is the latest property to join the collection, bringing the number of homes in the Côte d'Azur to a total of six, solidifying the region's reputation as a renowned destination for luxury homes.
HOTREC and its members are concerned by the imbalance between ambitious environmental goals and the practical needs of the hospitality sector. Clear and consistent limitations on single-use plastic packaging in hotels and restaurants are needed.
A strong line-up of hotel openings and brand launches expected from the Group in the first part of 2024
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced plans to expand its presence in Italy, with the signing of three hotels under its Tapestry Collection by Hilton brand.
The opening dates were shared at this year's DUCO Travel Summit in Milan, Italy - complete with the unveiling of the mock-up cabin of the long-awaited train and introducing Samy Ghachem, the newly appointed General Manager of La Dolce Vita Orient Express.
Adopted by the European Parliament on 13 March, the legislation strives to hold organizations more accountable for their use of AI. It categorizes use cases by risk, stipulates greater oversight of riskier AI use cases, bans certain use cases outright, and requires increased transparency over the use the technology, in addition to many other requirements.
Today’s guest is a sophisticated consumer who has experienced the full spectrum of brand interactions online. To meet, or exceed guest expectations, hotels must deliver a personalized approach on par with the best eCommerce brands to stand out from the crowd. In this guide, we've consolidated the top eCommerce trends your hotel can take advantage of that will not only impress, but drive more demand.
The rise in e-commerce platforms on the digital marketplace has lead to many successful peer-to-peer businesses operating on an apparent trust basis between provider and user. However, as the platforms expand and become distanced from their initial incarnation, the process of maintaining transparency has in many cases been disrupted. In this article, we examine the crucial role of transparency and effective conflict management in sustaining the success of two-sided markets such as Airbnb. As these platforms continue to evolve, addressing these challenges becomes paramount for their continued growth and viability.
In this digital age, having a hotel-specific booking engine is crucial for driving direct bookings on your website, which in turn impacts profitability while saving vast amounts of money in OTA commissions. One of the booking engine’s most important components is ADA compliance, which refers to the legal requirements set forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The Government will fully fund apprenticeships in small businesses from 1st April by paying the full cost of training for anyone up to the age of 21 and it will invest an additional £60 million of new government funding for next year.
Sofitel has taken its commitment to slumber a step further by conducting a scientific study to analyze its guests' sleep. The aim was to better understand how travelers sleep in order to help them sleep better and longer. The study was designed to minimize the notorious 'first night effect,' which occurs when people sleep far away from home.
Radisson Meetings Unbound allows meeting and event planners to unleash their creativity and tap into the world of AI-technology to generate new ideas beyond conventional meetings and events boundaries, share event inspiration, and bring their imagination to life through future-thinking creations of dream event spaces.
Hacienda del Conde Meliá Collection, an exclusive colonial-style adults-only hotel in Tenerife, has been included in the collection of Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH), which gathers the finest luxury hotels with independent spirit worldwide.
BCD Travel releases 2023 Cities & Trends Report
a&o will primarily look to convert existing office and commercial properties into hostel accommodation across Europe
Drawing from a data set of 3000+ properties across 95+ countries, and representing everything from small hostels to hostel groups, Cloudbeds' State of Hostels report is packed with data. Stay ahead and discover why 2024 is the year of chasing demand.
A summary of European hotel transactions provided by HVS
Tourism professionals are better equipped to meet their customers' needs thanks to intelligent 'Guest Cards' - From the transaction to a conversation.
Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement in collaboration with Vasilakis SA to bring the JW Marriott brand to Greece.
Minor Hotels is introducing Avani Hotels & Resorts to the Netherlands in Q2 of this year. The rebranded 163-key Avani Museum Quarter Amsterdam will provide a contemporary canal-side experience, blending Dutch art and history for business and leisure travellers.
Wellbeing in a hotel requires more than just a bigger spa - this was made plain by the participants in the Wellbeing Panel at ITB Berlin. The motto: think more holistically.
Will all tourism services soon be contained in a single app? - Users in Asia emphasise the benefits for customers.
Hotel values across Europe remained steady in 2023 buoyed by the consolidation of the post-pandemic recovery and a steady desire to travel keeping average room rates strong, according to the annual European Hotel Valuation Index (HVI) published this week by global hotel consultancy HVS.
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