Don’t Call Us Oyo: Online Travel Veterans Launch Hotel Distribution Network With Distinct Model
Bob Diener and David Litman, the sexagenarian duo who co-founded Hotels.com and Getaroom, are back with the launch of a unique hotel distribution network in the U.S. that offers mostly 3-star hotels a minimum revenue guarantee…
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The Hospitality Employee Conundrum and How to Adapt
As we come out of the pandemic, the conundrum of finding and retaining hotel employees has reached new levels…
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Cancellations top 50% for UK hotels as travellers take a chance on trips abroad
Hotels around the UK are seeing cancellation rates of over 50% as holidaymakers plan trips abroad following changes to the traffic light system.
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Porsche Design and Steigenberger to Establish Joint Hotel Brand
Functional design and a unique brand experience are about to merge at the very highest level. Dr…
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How latte art in South Africa led to a job from hell in Oman
A young South African barista thought he had found the job of a lifetime in Oman, but ended up being held captive and made to work without pay - forcing family and friends to raise money to free him.
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HYATT ACQUIRES APPLE LEISURE GROUP FOR $2.7B
Hotel giant Hyatt will spend $2.7 billion in cash on acquiring Apple Leisure Group from its private equity ownership.
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Q&A: HOTELS RISING STAR, AIMBRIDGE’S JACK BUTLER
Jack Butler, regional vice president of Operations, Aimbridge Hospitality, was named one of HOTELS Top 10 Rising Star award winners for his proven performance, leadership and problem-solving skills, as well as his intangible skills of optimism…
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Replacing Hospitality Software – How to Get Out of a Sticky Situation
Stability is important. Hotels, casinos, and resorts have guests they need to serve right now, today…
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