Registration and hotel reservations are now available for the 2026 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 2026 will be held on June 15–18 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in...
The Landmark London partners with IRIS to elevate room service efficiency and boost order volumes
IRIS, the leading provider of digital F&B and guest experience platforms has been selected by The Landmark London, one of the capital’s most iconic luxury hotels, to enhance its in-room dining operations, improve service efficiency, and deliver a more seamless ordering experience for guests.
Colicchio Consulting Releases 2026 Food Hall Report Highlighting Rapid Expansion, as the Segment Grows Nearly 25% Over Two Years
New York – Jan. 8, 2026 – Colicchio Consulting, a national leader in identifying, strategically planning and securing unique food, beverage and entertainment experiences for developers and hospitality groups, has released its latest report, “The State of Food Halls 2026,” which confirms that the segment experienced an overall growth rate...
London. Oslo. Paris. And Your City – Start 2026 Together with HSMAI Europe
As we step into 2026, we would like to wish you, your teams, and your organisations a strong and successful year ahead. A new year brings new opportunities — to sharpen our thinking, strengthen our leadership, and continue building a hospitality industry that is commercially strong, future-ready, and people-driven. As...
The agentic infrastructure overhaul: 3 non-negotiable pillars for 2026
2025 was the year many organisations discovered that “smart” AI agents still fail when they are forced to run on yesterday’s enterprise plumbing, and 2026 will belong to the leaders who rebuild the nervous system, not just the brain, by redesigning workflows for an agentic-first world, shifting from rigid request-response...
a&o Hostels expands into Manchester with hotels acquisition
a&o Hostels, Europe’s largest and fastest growing hostel chain with 30,000 beds under management, announces the freehold purchase of two hotel assets, located on Portland and Dickinson Streets in central Manchester, from Ares Real Estate funds and EQ Group.
Introducing The Milo, Hotel by the Sea: Multi-Million-Dollar Renovation and Rebrand Complete for Cherished Santa Barbara Coastal Retreat
A new chapter has officially begun for one of Santa Barbara’s most beloved coastal landmarks. The Milo, Hotel by the Sea (The Milo), formerly Hotel Milo, has unveiled the results of a multi-million-dollar renovation and rebrand significantly elevating the guest experience. The comprehensive transformation includes a full reimagination of all...
When will humanoid robots start cleaning my hotel room?
In recent years, massive leaps have been made in the development of humanoid robots. The idea of making mechanical humans that can do our chores for us is as old as Talos, the fictional bronze man that was thought up by the ancient Greeks in 300 B.C. However, recent developments...
RateGain Announces Exclusive Partnership with Aztech Digital to Accelerate UNO VIVA’s Expansion Across Greece and Cyprus
RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (NSE: RATEGAIN), a global leader of AI-powered SaaS solutions for the travel and hospitality industry, today announced an exclusive reseller partnership with Aztech Digital, an adtech solution provider and trusted advisor to hotels across Greece and Cyprus. This partnership will expand the reach of UNO VIVA,...
Wandering Buffalo Opens in Downtown Bozeman
A new basecamp for modern travelers has arrived in downtown Bozeman. Wandering Buffalo Hotel and Lodge is now open on historic East Main Street, offering a refined blend of Montana character, contemporary design, and effortless access to downtown Bozeman and outdoor adventure.