Hospitality Net

APRIL 30, 2024

Scaling demand for location-based services and personalized guest messaging is forcing hotel owners and operators to rethink the strength and reliability of their wireless networks. To compete effectively and support guests’ mobile devices and a property’s IoT devices, hoteliers must upgrade their network infrastructure.

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SiteMinder

OCTOBER 7, 2024

A hotel tech stack is a combination of software tools used by hoteliers to manage and streamline operations, to enhance the guest experience, and to generate and optimise revenue. In this guide, we’ll take a closer look at hotel tech stacks, and find out how to build and scale yours. What is a hotel tech stack? Interconnectivity.

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Skift Blog

AUGUST 9, 2024

Skift Take: Due to increased airport costs and decreased corporate travel, both Low-Cost Carriers and Full-Service Carriers have scaled back operations in Germany, leading to a 10-year low in capacity levels in 2023. Ashab Rizvi Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Hospitality Net

JULY 3, 2024

AccorHotels operates over 5,000 hotels across more than 110 countries. The leading French brand portfolio scales from Mid & Economy brands like Ibis, Mercure, Novotel and Adagio to Luxury & Premium such as brands Sofitel, Pullman, Raffles and MGallery.

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Hotel Business

JULY 29, 2024

Lighthouse (formerly OTA Insight) has appointed Laura McDonough as SVP, business operations. Most recently, she was VP, cloud business operations at NetApp. “As we scale to serve over 70,000 hotels worldwide, we’re excited to have Laura join our team,” said Sean Fitzpatrick, CEO, Lighthouse.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The beachside hotel is operated by franchisees, Chris and Olivia Taylor, who also operate First Light Mooloolaba on the Sunshine Coast, and previously managed Hervey Bay’s Oceans Resort and Spa, both positioned within the Ascend brand. Choice makes that happen on a global scale,” Chris added.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 18, 2023

Tapping into group buying power can make a significant difference for hotel operators when sourcing day-to-day products and investing in capital equipment. Group buying power: franchisees benefit from national and global contracts and economies of scale. Consistent quality: ensures franchisees get the best quality products.

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Social Hospitality

JULY 5, 2023

Enterprise software is a significant investment, but many larger businesses still get it due to how much smoother it makes business operations. Here are different ways it streamlines business operations. These insights help identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement in business operations.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 26, 2023

Someone who can launch one of London’s most desirable private members’ clubs, and scale a value-proposition hostelry that looks great and only costs you €120 a night? Is that person a wunderkind?

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Hotel Business

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Alex Quilici, CEO, YouMail, added, “In working with Marriott, we were able to help identify certain entities originating fraudulent robocalls and provide evidence of the scale and effect of these robocall campaigns. The post Marriott secures legal victory against fraudulent robocall operators appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.

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Skift Blog

MAY 23, 2023

operators of non-luxury hotels are earnest. But even the idea that Choice Hotels is interested in a merger speaks volumes about how the sector is becoming a scale game. Skift Take: It's unclear if talks between the two largest U.S. Sean O'Neill Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Lodging

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Commonly referred to by many as the ‘darling’ of the hotel industry in recent years, the extended-stay segment has risen to new heights on the strength of widespread growth and stellar performance outpacing all other chain scales.

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Graduate Hotels has appointed Andrea Melotti as EVP, operations for the brand. He will drive strategic support and operational success across the collection’s more than 30 hotels across the U.S. His wealth of knowledge and outstanding track record of success at scale will prove to be invaluable to our teams and growing portfolio.

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STAAH

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The right software is a game-changer for hotel success, shaping everything from operational efficiency to guest satisfaction. Property Management System (PMS) A Property Management System (PMS) is the heart of hotel operations, handling everything from reservations and check-ins to billing and room assignments.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 4, 2024

These partnerships not only help scale their operations but also amplify their social impact through innovative business models.

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SiteMinder

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In September, the group took management of Marlborough Sounds’ 42-room Portage Resort and will be operating the anticipated Soho Hotel Auckland from December. The first of three traits we identified is SiteMinder’s flexibility.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

Hotelogix, a globally leading cloud-based hospitality technology provider, said Saudi Arabia’s IRIS Hotels has been able to scale its business while expanding its portfolio on the back of a robust technology platform provided by its multi-property management system.

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Lodging

JANUARY 23, 2024

This reality has prompted operators to scale back some services and invest in new solutions, according to an October 2023 CBRE analysis for LODGING. An STR analysis published in LODGING found that heightened labor costs along with other F&B expenses cut into hotel profit margins in 2023.

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Lodging

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In recent years, hoteliers have found creative ways to streamline their operations and control costs, particularly in their food and beverage departments.

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 25, 2023

Today, hotels operate full-scale culinary experiences ranging from grab-and-go markets to five-star dining, and even immersive events that truly put them on the map as a destination for epicureans. Over are the days of hotel restaurants existing as a last-minute option for travelers.

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Hotel Business

OCTOBER 12, 2023

By Warren Dehan Independent hoteliers rely on technology to operate today in a way that has never been necessary. Without support from a brand, these operators need access to reliable, centralized tools capable of simplifying operations and improving revenue amid an indefatigable labor crisis.

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Hospitality Tech

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Learn what hotels can do to rapidly scale their total guest engagement so that management can make more informed decisions as to which projects will have the most ROI.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

The strategic arrangement aims to leverage the strength and resources of 1834 Hotels to maintain operational efficiencies and maximise the value of assets during this time. “We Our team looks forward to supporting the operational needs of these hotels and aligning with Elanor’s strategic goals during this transition.

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Hospitality Net

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

To change with the least disruption, it’s important to have a point of sales (POS) solution that moves at lighting speed to enhance operations and meet consumer demands. Not only does a modern POS fulfill today’s guests’ expectations, but it also helps employees succeed in their work to ultimately promote overall growth.

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Hospitality Net

JANUARY 7, 2024

In 2024, hotel owners and operators should leverage modern and flexible technology to expand revenue opportunities, personalize guest experiences, and scale their businesses. In this article, we explore the key technologies that hotels should adopt to elevate services and enhance their performance in the coming year.

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Lodging

APRIL 12, 2023

JACKSONVILLE, Florida—Key International, a real estate investment and development company, and Shaner Hotels, an international hotel owner, operator and developer, today announced the grand opening of the 156-suite SpringHill Suites by Marriott Jacksonville Beach Oceanfront in Florida.

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Hotelier Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2023

and Canada will allow owners to capitalize on today’s increased consumer demand for longer-stay options at an affordable price, while taking advantage of a turnkey prototype and Marriott International’s powerful operational engines. The post Marriott enters the affordable mid-scale segment in Canada & the U.S.

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 18, 2023

Hotels in the United States saw general pressure on profit margins in the first half of 2023, with Gross Operating Profit (GOP) margin falling by 1 percentage point compared to the same period in 2022.

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Hotel Business

JULY 24, 2023

AJS Hotels has appointed Michael Swasey as SVP, operations. In his new role, he works in tandem with various teams to manage multi-site operations and streamline guest experiences. The post Swasey named SVP, operation at AJS Hotels appeared first on hotelbusiness.com. now Xenia REIT). He has also worked with B.F.

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SiteMinder

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Operating hotels in one of the most saturated tourism markets in the Southeast means that we must always continue evolving and investing in our growth both as a brand and with our offerings to guests,” she explained. All of the hotels have stunning views of nature and are located in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee.

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Boutique Hotel News

JANUARY 11, 2023

Portugal: Hotel management, investment, technology and development company Highgate has launched HG Portugal, expanding the group’s operational presence in the region. Effective March 1, 2023, Highgate will begin operating the Dorsett City London Hotel under a relaunched concept as part of a larger repositioning.

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Boutique Hotel News

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

US/UK: Andrea Melotti has been appointed executive vice president of operations at Graduate Hotels, overseeing the group’s portfolio of more than 30 properties. Melotti most recently served as vice president of hotel and casino operations at Hard Rock International, where he spent 18 years.

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Inn Quest

APRIL 4, 2023

In the hospitality industry, reducing operating costs in hotels using cloud PMS should always be a top priority. A cloud-based PMS is a software solution enabling hotels to manage their daily operations, all from a centralized system that can be accessed anywhere and anytime.

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Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

One of the great benefits of starting our own business has been the opportunity to introduce independent operators to trusted suppliers they may not have had access to before. We assess how a property operates and what an optimal solution looks like, working back from a guest perspective. It’s not one size fits all.

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Lodging

APRIL 18, 2024

In this role, Heckmann will lead Cvent’s global client services organization and spearhead initiatives that enhance Cvent’s customer experience and scale. Concord Hospitality welcomed Marsha Ray as executive vice president of operations. Ray brings over three decades of hospitality experience to the role.

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AskSuite

OCTOBER 8, 2024

In their ongoing commitment to excellence, Galgorm has integrated Asksuite’s AI-powered reservation agent, revolutionizing their operations and driving significant increases in direct booking revenue. Follow in Galgorm’s footsteps and discover how Asksuite can help your hotel elevate its operations and maximize revenue.

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Lodging

JANUARY 25, 2024

“TPG has been widely recognized and celebrated for its success managing branded properties at all levels on the chain scale. However, what is not as well known is the firm’s expansive footprint and management experience in the independent space,” states Ben Perelmuter, president and chief operations officer, TPG Hotels and Resorts. “We

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