The past year has been a year of challenges and successes throughout the world’s tourism industry. Despite the reactivation of tourism after the COVID-19 pandemic many people in the tourism industry will not be sad to say adieu to the year that has just ended. We might call 2024 a...
Room to Grow: Attracting and Developing Leaders in the Hospitality Industry
The hospitality industry is rebounding from the effects of a tight labor market, but challenges remain across our industry. A 2024 survey by the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) found that more than two-thirds of hoteliers were still experiencing staffing shortages. Such shortages place immense pressure on hotel owners...
AI’s Next Frontier: What to Expect in 2025
Remember when Alexa and Siri were the epitome of innovation? And, even though I’m currently enamored with them, I suspect my new Meta Smart Glasses (a recent holiday gift) will be outdated before long. Looking back at this past year, it’s clear that AI’s evolution has been nothing short of...
Hotelogix introduces hourly booking feature to help hotels maximize revenue opportunity
Singapore, 07/January/2025: Hotelogix, a globally leading cloud-based hospitality technology provider, has introduced hourly booking module to help hotels maximize revenue opportunities while empowering them to offer flexible check-in and check-out times to accommodate their guests’ evolving itineraries. With this newly added capability, hotels worldwide can now offer their guests the...
Registration and Hotel Reservations are Now Open for HITEC 2025
Registration and hotel reservations are now available for the 2025 Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC®), the largest and longest-running, nonprofit event of its kind. Produced by Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®), HITEC 2025 will be held on June 16–19 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Ind....
Sustainability Practices Help Control Hotel Utility Costs
Ambitious climate and decarbonization efforts have heightened the demand for electrified and energy-efficient buildings. Regulatory frameworks are evolving from simple incentives to stringent compliance measures. Recently, states and cities have enacted building performance standards (BPS) that mandate energy performance and emissions reductions, as well as implementing benchmarking and transparency policies....
Navigating Hotel Transactions and Valuations in the GCC
The Gulf Cooperation Council region in the Middle East presents a unique and complex landscape for hotel investment.
Hilton’s Curio Collection Debuts in San Francisco with Opening of Timbri Hotel
Last week, Timbri Hotel San Francisco opened its doors as the latest addition to Curio Collection by Hilton, offering a retreat in the heart of the city’s Mid-Market neighborhood. This 12-story, 236-room property seamlessly blends modern design with nature to create a fresh, invigorating environment where culture, creativity and comfort...
MGallery Collection Celebrates the Opening of Ming Hotel Nanjing – MGallery Collection
Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection captures the essence of Nanjing’s most unique and enduring features - its walls, river, and sycamore trees. The hotel is on Changjiang Road, an important cultural destination that has evolved into Xinjiekou, one of the most prestigious districts for luxury shopping, trendy dining, and...
Dangkou Ancient Town Hotel Wuxi – MGallery Collection is now welcoming travelers
Dangkou Ancient Town Hotel Wuxi - MGallery Collection resides in the historic Taishi Mansion of Dangkou Ancient Town, inviting guests to explore a rich tapestry of culture, where every architectural detail reflects the harmonious blend of ancient charm and modern elegance. Honored guests will discover a journey through time with...