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Explore the dynamic future of the hospitality industry as it adapts to new consumer demands, integrates cutting-edge technologies, and emphasizes sustainable practices. This informative article highlights key trends like digital evolution and experiential travel, providing a roadmap for resilience and growth. It offers valuable insights for professionals navigating these transformative changes in an evolving landscape. READ MORE

Guests hold high expectations for their stay. Negative experiences result in the erosion of guest loyalty, negative reviews, and unfavorable social posts, that damage business. The goal is to deliver zero disappointment experiences that delight guests. With the help of technology, staff can enhance guest experiences at six critical stages of the customer journey to ensure they're turning potential critics into champions of the hotel. READ MORE

What is leadership? Leadership is a term used frequently and applied to multiple scenarios, but would we know leadership if we saw it? This article reviews the definitions of leadership and types of leadership, servant leadership for example, plus leadership traits, and skills. This article will also discuss leadership education and self-assessment, highlighting leadership metrics. READ MORE

My dad always told me that, with these three tools in your toolbox, you could build about anything: a screwdriver, a medium weigh claw hammer, and a tape measure. It is the same for your hotel's marketing toolbox. You need three tools to envision and build a profitable marketing strategy - a box, a prism, and a tape measure. Read how. READ MORE

F&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. READ MORE

Discover the challenges hoteliers face in optimizing tour operations and find solutions to boost efficiency and enhance guest experiences. Understand how tour operators drive occupancy rates and revenue, especially in popular tourist destinations, and how technology, as revenue management systems, can help hoteliers in managing the complex requirements of tour operation distribution in different markets. READ MORE

The hospitality industry is famous for its ability to create special experiences through exceptional customer service. From the ability to guess a guest's favorite drink order to anticipating their need for extra towels, personalization has been the foundation of creating lasting memories since forever. However, as technology continues to advance, today's consumers are looking for a deeper level of customization in their hospitality experiences. READ MORE

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