Less than half of hospitality workers paid for overtime, survey reveals
Nearly two thirds of hospitality staff are not paid extra for working additional hours, according to a new survey.
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Less than half of hospitality workers paid for overtime, survey reveals
Nearly two thirds of hospitality staff are not paid extra for working additional hours, according to a new survey.
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French chef Damien Selme assumes executive role at Park Hyatt Seoul
Park Hyatt Seoul in Gangnam District, southern Seoul, has appointed Damien Selme as its new executive chef, the hotel announced Monday.
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Egypt and the Big 5 Dominate Hotel Development in Africa
When it comes to hotel development across Africa in 2024, just five words tell the story, “Egypt and the Big 5”. In this context, “the Big 5” does not refer to Africa’s major wildlife attractions, (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant and buffalo)…
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Court challenge brought against hotel development planned near historic Dublin building
A High Court challenge has been brought against An Bord Pleanála's decision to grant permission for a hotel and office development close to the historic Royal Hospital Kilmainham building.
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Nigeria: Hotels hike rates amid high operation cost …measure last resort to stay afloat
As hotels struggle to remain solvent in the face of From an average room rate of between N100, 000-N150, 000, this time last year, guests are now paying almost N300,000 for the same room category and some suites go from half a million per night…
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Global Hotel Alliance sees major shakeup in loyalty programmes; eyes Indian partners
Hotel loyalty programmes to consolidate over the next decade; AI to play big role in mining customer preferences, says GHA's chief executive officer Christopher Hartley.
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Why you won’t ever see a six-star hotel in Europe – and why you should avoid them elsewhere
AN expert has revealed why customers won't ever see a six-star hotel in Europe and why they should avoid them elsewhere. Tourists often rely on the star ranking system when choosing a hotel for a holiday…
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Croatian Hoteliers Plan Moderate Price Increases, Reflecting Economic Trends
This year, Croatian hoteliers are raising prices for rooms, food, and drinks, but the increases will be smaller than last year, according to a survey conducted by the Croatian Tourism Association (HUT) and the Association of Employers in Croatian…
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UK Hotel Industry Shows Resilience with Projected Growth Despite Pandemic Challenges
The UK hotel sector has demonstrated notable resilience in the face of substantial economic challenges over the past few years. Following the Brexit vote, the depreciation of the pound sterling rendered the UK a more accessible destination for…
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A death thrust Marriott’s CEO into the top role. It wasn’t without merit.
Tony Capuano knew he had huge shoes to fill when he was named president and CEO of Marriott International. It was almost unfair: He was following in the footsteps of a legend in the hotel industry, Arne Sorenson, who passed away at the age of 62 in…
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Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta Talks Hotel Pipeline, Loyalty, and More
In a recent interview, Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta discussed the hotel giant's record-breaking year for hotel development, the drivers behind its loyalty program's growth, and how it's trying to tame its carbon emissions…
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Big hotel chains and unbranded-hotel owners find they need each other
Independent hotel operators and giant global chains are increasingly linking up in franchise agreements as high-interest rates have slammed the hospitality industry, slowing down new hotel construction…
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Radisson to scale up Morocco portfolio, aims for 25 hotels by 2030
Radisson is looking to accelerate its presence in Morocco and aiming to scale up its portfolio to 25 properties across the country by 2030. The company currently has 11 hotels in operation and under development…
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IHG intros new suites prototypes for three brands
IHG Hotels & Resorts has revealed new prototype options for its three suites brands: Staybridge Suites, Candlewood Suites and Atwell Suites.
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What technology is used in smart hotels?
Smart hotel technology has evolved to the point where integrating it into every stage of the guest journey is as standard as offering an online check-in. As guest expectations continue to evolve, your hotel must rise to the challenge of surpassing…
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Hospitality Technology PR Specialist Abode Worldwide Makes Three Key Hires
Abode Worldwide, a specialist public relations agency in the hospitality and living sectors, has announced three key hires as it seeks to execute its ambitious growth plan.
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Time out with Roman Ulyanov, founder and MP of Greeneration
Roman Ulyanov is a serial entrepreneur and visionary of the future. In addition to spearheading Greeneration, a leading food hub in Dubai, he serves as an investment director for a major international company. In this exclusive interview, we learn…
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AI-powered tablets can enable housekeepers to fill service requests, update room status, pinpoint their location in an emergency and more via voice command in multiple languages.
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