Valpas technology prevents bedbugs in real-time and provides verified cleanliness data that ChatGPT can now access for hotel recommendations.
New Report: Phoenix Hotels Fuel $7 Billion in Economic Activity
Oxford Economics study finds Phoenix hotels support 42,000+ jobs and generate $1.1 billion in tax revenue annually.
World Cup Readiness Starts in the Back of House. Why Mobility Is Reshaping Hotel F&B
American Liberty Hospitality achieved 10-15% F&B revenue growth across five properties by deploying mobile POS systems that eliminate staff trips to fixed terminals.
The Invisible Cost of Comfort
Hotels face mounting pressure to either absorb volatile energy costs invisibly or introduce transparent pricing that reflects infrastructure realities.
Your Hotel’s New Front Door: What the New MCP Means for Hospitality
MCP could enable hotels to integrate AI assistants directly with their booking systems, potentially reducing dependence on OTAs for guest acquisition.
Booked in Seconds, Inside ChatGPT: A Conversation with Apaleo at ITB Berlin
Apaleo's founder demonstrates live hotel booking through ChatGPT, with 15-20 hotel groups already deploying AI agents in production.
If You Value Hotels Using a DCF With an Overall Discount Rate- You Are Probably Not Getting the Correct Value- Here Are the Reasons Why
The article argues traditional single discount rate DCF models undervalue hotels and proposes using mortgage-equity valuation that reflects actual 55-75% debt financing structures.
Climate Resilience for U.S. Hotels: 5 Ways Leaders Can Turn Weather Disruptions into Revenue Opportunities
The article presents five actionable strategies for U.S. hotels to convert weather disruptions into revenue opportunities, including dynamic pricing, flexible packages, and proactive guest communication.
Welcoming Every Guest, Including the Ones with Paws: GCSTIMES Pet-Themed Wooden Key Cards and Paper Card Holders for Hotels & Resorts
GCSTIMES offers wooden key cards with detachable pet tags for hotels, targeting the growing pet travel market.
Why baselining your leaders’ skill set is critical for business success
In the hospitality industry, a hotel's success often hinges on the strength of its leadership team. This team's ability to effectively manage areas like human resources, finance, revenue management, marketing, and operations can make the difference between a thriving business and one that merely exists. Gauging the efficiency through baselining...