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The adoption of ever-sophisticated integrated revenue management software and technology, particularly with regard to forecasting demand and pricing, is crucial and initial to enabling future demand by using hotel data analysis, which can provide a unique competitive advantage for hotels where they need a kind of technology that involves a daily cycle of diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to maximize profit. READ MORE
When it comes to meetings and events visionaries, beware of vested interests overstating the role of technology. Of course, it is important, of course it has a role. But humanity will always outweigh technology. Whatever innovation arrives, nothing but nothing will ever beat the primal need to meet. This article explains why, and the clear balance you need to strike READ MORE
Vice President of Sales for the Westgate Resorts collection, Michael Luther, speaks to the world-class facilities, experiences, and amenities combined with an ideal location right off the Las Vegas Strip that make Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino the top choice for any event or meeting and provides guests with a true taste of all that Nevada has to offer. READ MORE
After an attempt of virtual events and hybrid meetings, the enthusiastic return of in-person conferences, conventions, and incentives has felt like a homecoming for many in hospitality. While virtual engagement has benefits, there is nothing that can truly replace the power of in-person events for collaboration, relationship building, and fostering a sense of community. Events are returning and better than before. READ MORE
In our post-pandemic hospitality landscape, conference and meeting hosts have high expectations. How can hotels provide experiences that keep guests talking long after they've returned to their everyday lives? In this article, Taryn Fontenette, director of catering and conference services at The Hotel at the University of Maryland, shares several strategies to elevate your next event through personalization and creativity. READ MORE
Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley redefines hospitality with an "anti-tech" ethos rooted in agrarian history and adaptive reuse. Designed by 10 Design, the property preserves a former business hotel while transforming it into a lush retreat of edible gardens, trellised courtyards, and playful amenities. Blending wellness, whimsy, and sustainability, it offers a slower, more human-scaled alternative in the heart of Silicon Valley's fast-paced landscape.
READ MOREAI is proving to be a game-changing technology for hotel procurement. From inventory management to coordinating supplier relationships and invoicing, AI is capable of eliminating manual inefficiencies and enabling smarter purchasing decisions that reduce costs, and enhance guest satisfaction. From real-time data analysis to touchless transactions, AI-powered procurement is delivering the competitive edge hoteliers need to maximize profitability and drive long-term growth.
READ MOREIn the world of the hospitality industry, creating a memorable stay for guests is top of mind and often delivered through incredible culinary experiences, coupled with the service provided by dedicated team members. At Hilton Anaheim, guests are provided with a culinary journey at MIX Restaurant that focuses on the right ambiance, operational efficiency and by understanding the audience.
READ MOREOn April 23, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor issued a final rule raising the salary threshold for exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act. This change, rolled out in two stages, affects millions by altering exempt status and increasing overtime eligibility. Employers must adjust salaries or face new obligations, with legal challenges expected. Compliance preparation is crucial.
READ MOREF&B is an essential part of the hospitality experience for hotel guests and, when done right, can be embraced by the local community. There are several different models that a hotel owner can implement in order to position its F&B outlets for success. This article gives a high-level overview of four options and describes the basic legal structure and highlights key terms for each that a hotel owner should consider.
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