Is Hospitality a Zero-Sum Game?
The hospitality market is in the midst of a massive transformation in technology, operations, and guest engagement. But will ‘high-tech’ advancements always conflict with ‘high-touch’ hospitality?
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Is Hospitality a Zero-Sum Game?
The hospitality market is in the midst of a massive transformation in technology, operations, and guest engagement. But will ‘high-tech’ advancements always conflict with ‘high-touch’ hospitality?
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Travel & Tourism could grow to $8.6 trillion in 2022, says WTTC
Contribution to global GDP could return to pre-pandemic levels this year - Millions of jobs to be recovered if governments continue to remove restrictions to travel
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UNWTO: "Blanket travel restrictions don't work"
The World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has echoed the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) call to lift or ease travel restrictions amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Tourist thrown out of Venice for sunbathing topless on war memorial
A female tourist was thrown out of Venice after she was caught posing for photos topless on a war memorial.
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'We're pirates!': Cruise ship changes course to dodge seizure
Passengers aboard a cruise ship were surprised by a tack change this weekend when their luxury liner docked in The Bahamas to avoid seizure in the US.
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TRAVELERS WILLING TO PAY MORE, USE LOYALTY POINTS FOR TRIPS IN 2022
If the COVID-19 pandemic has taught society anything, it’s that time is precious. Over the past two years, many people have been cut off from family and friends or missed out on planned travel and events…
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HVS India - Chandigarh - the Emerging Hospitality Hotspot in India
Chandigarh’s hotel sector has recovered quicker than many other Indian hotel markets, thanks to its strategic location as the gateway for travelers heading to various leisure destinations in the Himalayan region, as well as demand from the wedding…
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Covid: Travel misery for tens of thousands as flights are cancelled
Tens of thousands of airline passengers have been hit by the grounding of thousands of flights as a surge in Covid cases causes staff shortages.
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10 Ways Hotels Are Celebrating the Holidays
As the holiday season draws near, hotels are coming out with special programming, packages, and amenities to help their guests get in the holiday spirit and prepare for the New Year. From ice skating to horse-drawn sleigh rides, here are 10 ways…
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Oliver’s Travels Names the Most Luxurious Ski Resorts in Europe
Luxury travel specialist Oliver’s Travels has just released a brand-new study that ranks the best ski resorts in Europe…
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2022 predictions for business events
2022 will be a year of rebuilding and recovery for the business events, accommodation, and meetings industry, according to the HBAA, soon to be known as beam.
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Inside the brand new royal suite at Sweden's ice hotel
It's undoubtedly one of the coolest hotels in the world, and Sweden's ICEHOTEL has just launched its 32nd incarnation with a touch of royal magic.
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Top digital marketing trends and predictions for 2022
It’s that time again when we all collectively look at the digital trends and opportunities for the new year. Naturally, Google leaders from across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) are looking ahead too…
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Business Travelers Say No to These Hotel Shortcomings
Face-to-face trade shows, client meetings and team gatherings are getting back on the schedule. As more business travelers hit the road, what can hotels do to welcome back these high-value guests and improve their experiences…
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EU proposes booster jab requirement for travel
The European Commission has proposed a nine-month time limit on vaccination certificates for travel to and within the European Union.
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HVS Monday Musings: Indian Hotel Sector – Regaining Ground Faster Than Expected
With the surge in travel demand, the Indian hotel sector has been regaining ground faster than expected, with occupancy climbing significantly in recent months, strengthening the sector's hope for a stronger rebound…
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Airbus A340 plane lands on Antarctica for first time
For the first time in history, an Airbus A340 plane has landed on Antarctica.
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Pre-pandemic levels of European travel won’t be achieved until 2024
Although European travel demand is poised for a major recovery due to the high vaccination rates in Europe, volumes are still far from the pre-pandemic days which are not expected to be surpassed until 2024…
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