I ask you, the corporate executives, General Managers, and department heads, when was the last time you discussed the concept of hospitality and guest service excellence with your frontline associates? How often have these recently been topics for staff meetings? How much formal training have you put your staff through on these subjects?
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Commission brings medical, toys rules in line with AI Act
To prepare the ground for the incoming AI Act, the AI Board has started meetings while the AI Office continues its recruitment process. The European Commission is preparing the revision of technical aspects of the Medical Device and the In Vitro Regulation to bring them in line with the AI Act, according to a meeting document seen by Euronews.Further certification rules under the Radio … [Read More...]
Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa opens
Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa has opened in the Disney Springs Resort Area in Lake Buena Vista, FL, following a $25-million renovation and rebranding from the B Resort & Spa. The property is managed by Davidson Hospitality Group. The full-service resort features 394 guestrooms; more than 25,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor meeting space; a zero-entry pool and hot tub; and signature … [Read More...]
Woodstock Welcomes a New Cultural Destination: The Feathers Reimagined
This October, The Feathers, in the heart of historic Woodstock, reopens following a multi-million pound renovation. Interiors have been reimagined, providing a contemporary twist on the Grade II listed building while maintaining the building's captivating charm. The reopening brings with it The Nest; a distinguished new brasserie and The Aviary Bar; poised to become a local hotspot with an … [Read More...]
Global charity calls for end to EU incentives for crop-based biofuels
Oxfam argues that despite caps introduced in recent years the EU continues to drive demand for food crops and land to be diverted into fuel production, but the biofuel industry continues to insist it is part of the solution to climate change. Governments’ continued reliance on crop-based biofuels to meet European targets for greenhouse gas reduction is exacerbating global food insecurity and … [Read More...]
Smith Hill, Bain JV originates $57M financing for Nashville Embassy Suites
The joint venture between Smith Hill Capital, the commercial real estate debt investment management business of the Procaccianti Companies, and Bain Capital’s Special Situations team originated a first mortgage financing for the Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport. The first mortgage has a total available balance of $57 million. The 305-key property is close to Nashville International … [Read More...]
U.S. hotel results for week ending Sept. 7
The U.S. hotel industry reported lower performance results than the previous week, according to CoStar’s latest data through Sept. 7. September 1-7 (percentage change from comparable week in 2023): Occupancy: 57.8% (-4.2%) ADR: $149.67 (-1.0%) RevPAR: $86.48 (-5.2%) Among the top 25 markets, Houston saw the highest year-over-year increases in occupancy (+8.0% to 57.1%) and RevPAR (+18.5% to … [Read More...]
Rebrand for Radisson’s Prizeotel
Radisson Hotel Group has renamed its Prizeotel brand as Prize by Radisson, underlining the affordable high design brand more closely with its parent. The move comes as the group reaffirms its commitment to grow the midscale brand, with the signing of two new sites, in Poland and Germany. The additions take the opened and confirmed pipeline properties to a total of 21, as Prize by Radisson grows … [Read More...]
Erasmus, research funding slashed in EU’s 2025 budget plans
MEPs and pressure groups have decried a €295mn planned cut to the Erasmus student-exchange programme, formalised by EU member states today. EU member states officially agreed on their position for the bloc’s 2025 budget today (13 September), including a controversial €295 million reduction to the Erasmus student exchange programme. The EU’s Council, which represents national governments, … [Read More...]
Omni Hotels & Resorts to Develop a 135&Room Convention Hotel in Midland, TX
Omni Hotels & Resorts has signed a development agreement with Midland Downtown Renaissance, LP, a collaborative effort by leading Midland&based companies, foundations and investors, to develop and manage a highly anticipated 135&room luxury hotel in the heart of downtown Midland, Texas. Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read More...]
Protect NYC Tourism Coalition Rallies Against City Council’s Catastrophic Hotel Bill
Int. 991 will damage hotel and tourism industry, force thousands to lose their jobs and harm New York’s economy Source: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read More...]