At the 2nd edition of ET FoodXP 2026, food creators Kuljyoti Dhingra and Priyanka Kapoor, co-founder of Dillifoodies, discussed how authenticity, creative freedom and relatable storytelling are reshaping food marketing. The conversation highlighted the growing influence of recipe content on consumer habits, the importance of sustained brand collaborations and why human-led content can create stronger connections than conventional advertising.At the 2nd edition of ET FoodXP 2026, food creators Kuljyoti Dhingra and Priyanka Kapoor, co-founder of Dillifoodies, discussed how authenticity, creative freedom and relatable storytelling are reshaping food marketing. The conversation highlighted the growing influence of recipe content on consumer habits,...
SuitePad launches the Phone Dock, combining its in-room tablet, charging dock, and a physical phone handset into one unit, available in analog and IP versions to fit existing hotel infrastructure.SuitePad launches the Phone Dock, combining its in-room tablet, charging dock, and a physical phone handset into one unit, available in analog and IP versions to fit existing hotel infrastructure.
Accor has selected IDeaS’ Optix BI solution as a referenced tool for its 5,800+ hotels globally, extending the existing partnership where IDeaS already serves as Accor’s revenue management system of record.Accor has selected IDeaS’ Optix BI solution as a referenced tool for its 5,800+ hotels globally, extending the existing partnership where IDeaS already serves as Accor’s revenue management system of record.
The 2026 WINiT Summit drew 200+ professionals to Fort Worth, TX, highlighting 1,300+ members across five chapters and a new CTM-partnered study on women’s safety in business travel.The 2026 WINiT Summit drew 200+ professionals to Fort Worth, TX, highlighting 1,300+ members across five chapters and a new CTM-partnered study on women’s safety in business travel.
BLLA’s 2026 Boutique Hotel Owners Conference drew international owners and operators to Westlake Village, covering guest experience, F&B sourcing, retail strategy, and AI visibility for independent hotels.BLLA’s 2026 Boutique Hotel Owners Conference drew international owners and operators to Westlake Village, covering guest experience, F&B sourcing, retail strategy, and AI visibility for independent hotels.
IHCL and Adani Airport Holdings sign an operating agreement for 8 hotels across Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Lucknow and Guwahati, bringing IHCL to 25 airport hotels in India.IHCL and Adani Airport Holdings sign an operating agreement for 8 hotels across Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Lucknow and Guwahati, bringing IHCL to 25 airport hotels in India.
Phocuswright survey of 1,554 European leisure travelers finds passport storage more accepted than browsing history use, with fewer than 1 in 4 trusting AI-generated travel results.Phocuswright survey of 1,554 European leisure travelers finds passport storage more accepted than browsing history use, with fewer than 1 in 4 trusting AI-generated travel results.
Lighthouse data shows COP31 will push Antalya hotel rates to annual highs, with five-star properties pricing 108% above their yearly average while short-term rentals see minimal uplift.Lighthouse data shows COP31 will push Antalya hotel rates to annual highs, with five-star properties pricing 108% above their yearly average while short-term rentals see minimal uplift.
Over the course of her career, Alva has seen wellness evolve from being an amenity within hospitality to becoming a more considered and personalised part of the guest experience. Her approach is centred on creating meaningful wellness journeys that draw from the principles of traditional healing while being responsive to the needs and expectations of the modern guest, said a release.Over the course of her career, Alva has seen wellness evolve from being an amenity within hospitality to becoming a more considered and personalised part of the guest experience. Her approach is centred on creating meaningful wellness journeys that draw...
During her tenure as marketing & communications manager at Hyatt Centric Sector-17 Chandigarh, Vaishali has played an instrumental role in strengthening the hotel’s brand positioning, expanding its digital footprint, and building its presence in Chandigarh’s lifestyle and hospitality landscape.During her tenure as marketing & communications manager at Hyatt Centric Sector-17 Chandigarh, Vaishali has played an instrumental role in strengthening the hotel’s brand positioning, expanding its digital footprint, and building its presence in Chandigarh’s lifestyle and hospitality landscape.