Hotels, often an oasis of comfort and reliable service in any market, are currently under pressure to meet guest expectations even as labor shortages persist. For independent operators, the best way to stay competitive is to invest in the right technology and ensure teams are trained to use it effectively....
Clermont Hotel Group Partners with IDeaS to Drive Revenue Performance, Operational Efficiency Across Portfolio
LONDON, 29 April 2025 - Clermont Hotel Group, one of the UK’s largest independent hotel groups, has partnered with IDeaS, a SAS company and the world’s leading provider of hospitality revenue management software and services, to implement G3 Revenue Management System (RMS) including Optix, an advanced data analysis and revenue...
Controlling Hotel Expenses – A Three Pronged Approach
In the dynamic and often unpredictable world of hotel management, maintaining a firm grip on departmental expenses is not just a matter of financial prudence;it’s the cornerstone of sustained profitability and long-term financial health.
Reimagining Guest Experience: How Courtesy Rides Can Add Strategic Value for Hotels
The hotel industry has not only bounced back from the challenges of the pandemic — it’s thriving. In 2024, the global hospitality market expanded to an estimated $4.9 trillion, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. This growth has been fuelled by rising international tourism, increased “bleisure” travel,...
From Fine Dining to Fine Living: Can F&B Brands Boost Real Estate Value?
Branded residences have become the flavour of the year in the UAE and the wider Middle East. Developers have embraced the idea that attaching a brand – any brand – can boost both price tags and investor appeal.
Navigating the Inevitable Reset
The hospitality industry, particularly in the United States, is at an inflection point. Economic indicators are flashing caution, sentiment is softening, and the easy growth of the past few years is giving way to a more sobering reality. At Horwath HTL, we believe this environment is not one to fear...
Celebrating Labor Day – Honoring our hospitality heroes
As we approach Labor Day in many countries on 01 May, it's the perfect time to pause and celebrate the hard work and dedication of hospitality
2025 Summer Travel Trends Revealed
Guests from the US, Brazil, Spain, and Greece are seeking domestic escapes this summer, while those in the Netherlands and Belgium are seeking adventures abroad1. From off the beaten path culinary enclaves, to star-chasing events and last-minute staycations, these are the trends shaping summer travel.
The New, More Sophisticated RIU Palace La Mola Opens; Now A Four-Star Superior Hotel
The Hotel Riu La Mola, located on the island of Formentera, opens its doors after undergoing a complete transformation to become part of the Riu Palace line, the hotel chain’s top-of-the-line option, perfectly embodying the exclusive charm of the Mediterranean island. In addition, the hotel, which boasts an exceptional location...
Sabre enters into definitive agreement to sell its Hospitality Solutions business unit to TPG for $1.1 billion
Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading technology provider to the global travel industry, and TPG, (NASDAQ: TPG), a global alternative asset management firm, today announced the signing of a definitive agreement under which TPG has agreed to acquire Sabre’s Hospitality Solutions business ("Hospitality Solutions") for $1.1 billion in cash. TPG...