Luxury resorts do not suffer from a lack of marketing sophistication. Many operate with advanced technology stacks, experienced teams, and more data than at any point in their history.Luxury resorts do not suffer from a lack of marketing sophistication. Many operate with advanced technology stacks, experienced teams, and more data than at any point in their history.
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today released its 2026 State of the Industry report, providing a data-driven look at hotel performance, operating conditions, and the sector’s outlook for the year ahead. AHLA projects improved opportunity in 2026 as major global events such as the FIFA World Cup and America250 help lift travel demand and the industry continues to invest in hiring and operations.The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today released its 2026 State of the Industry report, providing a data-driven look at hotel performance, operating conditions, and the sector’s outlook for the year ahead. AHLA projects improved...
Bleisure, the blending of business and leisure travel, has become a growing trend in the world of business travel. More and more guests are seeking a seamless experience that allows them to remain productive during the day, while also embracing meaningful time to connect with their destination. GCSTIMES believes this shift in travel preferences presents a unique opportunity: to encourage longer, more intentional stays without increasing travel volume or carbon footprint.Bleisure, the blending of business and leisure travel, has become a growing trend in the world of business travel. More and more guests are seeking a seamless experience that allows...
Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) and Hospitality Upgrade are pleased to announce that program planning for the upcoming CIO Summit EMEA has begun and the opportunity for senior hospitality technology leaders from across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa to register their interest is now available. This exclusive event, at the W Amsterdam, will offer programming that prompts attendees to exchange ideas, explore strategic technology topics, and form lasting relationships in a collaborative, vendor-neutral setting.Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) and Hospitality Upgrade are pleased to announce that program planning for the upcoming CIO Summit EMEA has begun and...
Modern hotels are stepping up their game on social media, tapping into the power of ‘Insta Crews’ to craft eye-catching content. By collaborating with influencers, they’re not just increasing their visibility but also revolutionizing guest experiences. This trend highlights how vital an engaging online presence has become in the competitive hospitality landscape.Modern hotels are stepping up their game on social media, tapping into the power of ‘Insta Crews’ to craft eye-catching content. By collaborating with influencers, they’re not just increasing their visibility but also revolutionizing guest experiences. This trend highlights how vital an engaging online presence has become in the...
The fee, capped at 50 paise, 75 paise, and Re 1, depending on the business models of the platform, is expected to raise Rs 250-300 crore annually. It will benefit about five lakh gig workers across Karnataka, including 2.75 lakh in Bengaluru, working in ride-hailing, ecommerce, and food delivery.The fee, capped at 50 paise, 75 paise, and Re 1, depending on the business models of the platform, is expected to raise Rs 250-300 crore annually. It will benefit about five lakh gig workers across Karnataka, including 2.75 lakh in Bengaluru, working in ride-hailing, ecommerce, and food delivery.
Turneo, the leading hospitality technology platform, today announced the launch of Neo (neo.turneo.com), an AI agent platform built specifically for hotels. With AI transforming a number of industries, hospitality is still seen as being left behind. Current solutions can’t handle the real-world complexity of hotels, leading to guest frustration and operational issues.Turneo, the leading hospitality technology platform, today announced the launch of Neo (neo.turneo.com), an AI agent platform built specifically for hotels. With AI transforming a number of industries, hospitality is still seen as being left behind. Current solutions can’t handle the real-world complexity of hotels, leading to guest frustration...
Inn-Flow, the leading all-in-one back-office platform built for hotels, today announced the addition of two seasoned technology leaders to its executive leadership team. As part of a strategic growth initiative, Lee Bridges has been appointed Chief Product Officer, and Daniel Scagnelli joins the company as Senior Vice President of Customer Experience. These key leadership appointments reflect the company’s continued commitment to investment in product innovation, customer value and scalable growth, as it accelerates momentum across the hospitality industry in 2026.Inn-Flow, the leading all-in-one back-office platform built for hotels, today announced the addition of two seasoned technology leaders to its executive...
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, celebrates the U.S. market debut of its Ruby Hotels brand with a property in the heart of downtown Chicago. Ruby Group will develop and operate the hotel under a 30-year franchise agreement with IHG, overseeing the comprehensive renovation and repositioning of the historic Inn of Chicago building into a vibrant Ruby Hotels property that blends soulful design with its storied past.IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, celebrates the U.S. market debut of its Ruby Hotels brand with a property in the heart...