TURF (an acronym for Total Unduplicated Reach and Frequency) is a notable statistical research instrument developed in the 1950s as a tool for ad agencies evaluating different media options…
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TURF (an acronym for Total Unduplicated Reach and Frequency) is a notable statistical research instrument developed in the 1950s as a tool for ad agencies evaluating different media options…
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Saudi wealth fund to buy 49% of luxury hotel chain Rocco Forte
Saudi Arabia's PIF sovereign wealth fund will buy a 49% stake in luxury hotel group Rocco Forte Hotels and help to support its expansion, the owner of Britain's Balmoral hotel said on Monday…
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‘NO HIDDEN FEES ACT’ AIMS TO CURB MISLEADING ADVERTISING BY HOTELS
The recently introduced 'Hotel Fees Transparency Act' also seeks to enhance consumer transparency - THE U.S…
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Hemingways Collection Unveils Ambitious Expansion Plans During 10-Year Celebrations
In a grand celebration marking its decade-long journey, Hemingways Collection, the distinguished luxury boutique hotel brand, has officially announced its extensive expansion plans and continued investments in existing properties…
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ROI: How to balance the dynamics of hotel brand standards
Industry leaders explore the intricate balancing act of maintaining brand consistency while allowing room for the individuality and uniqueness that hotels need to flourish in an ever-evolving market.
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HOTEL FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE INFLUENCED BY CHANGES IN F&B OFFERINGS
Beverage venue revenues, public-room rental and A/V revenue saw greatest POR revenue change - THE 2020 COVID-influenced lodging industry recession resulted in some noticeable changes to the way hotels provide F&B service…
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Hospitality company Peerless Hotels eyes doubling of rooms over five years
Peerless would also look for partners so that the properties can be reached to different feeder markets - Peerless Hotels, part of the Peerless General Finance & Investment Company, is planning to double the number of rooms in the next five years as…
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Shatterproof to honor Hyatt's Mark Hoplamazian
Shatterproof, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to reversing the addiction crisis in the U.S., will host its seventh annual Hospitality Heroes Reception at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit on Jan. 23, from at the J.W…
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Trump's legal woes sow uncertainty for hotel brand
With former President Donald Trump and his namesake company embroiled in a high-profile civil trial in New York, the future of some of Trump's real estate and hospitality empire, including the Trump International Hotel & Tower New York, remains…
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A comprehensive guide to hotel housekeeping
The past year has been economically challenging for many hotels. As a cost-intensive department, housekeeping is often the first target of strategic optimization and cost reduction…
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How a Thai luxury hotel brand is conquering Italy
At last count, Anantara and its sister brands have more than 60 hotels operating under multiple brands, including Tivoli, NH Collection, NHOW, Avani Hotels and NH Hotels in Italy…
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The Ivorian resort where the ocean washes away livelihoods
Every week Habib Hassan Nassar has to defend his beachfront hotel in Ivory Coast against an attacker that threatens to destroy his livelihood. His assailant is the rising sea that is eroding this coastal resort…
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Choice to nominate directors for Wyndham Board
During the company's third-quarter earnings call in early November, Choice Hotels International’s new CFO Scott Oaksmith said that Choice had become a “nominal shareholder” of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts as part of its efforts to acquire Wyndham’s…
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Gulf Hotels Group in big Saudi foray with new Riyadh office
As part of its growth strategy, Gulf Hotels Group has identified its expansion into Saudi Arabia as a priority market - Gulf Hotels Group, a leading hospitality management company with over 50 years of industry experience, is set to open a…
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Kyoto Hotels Facing Serious Labor Shortages After Post-COVID Tourism Rebound
As Kyoto enters autumn tourism season, its hotels and accommodation facilities are facing serious labor shortages…
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ADB sees growing potential of alternative accommodations
MANILA, Philippines — Southeast Asian countries need to legally define alternative accommodations and simplify online registration systems and licensing requirements to strengthen the regulation of the growing sector and maximize its benefits to the…
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17 IMPORTANT BUSINESS TRAVEL STATISTICS IN 2023 (U.S. & WORLD)
You may have thought the global pandemic ended the need for business travel. It’s certainly true that a great deal of meetings were conducted virtually…
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70+ Stunning Online Travel Booking Statistics (2023 Figures)
Traveling provides unique experiences and memories. With numerous travel choices in today’s world, online trip booking has become an overload. And that’s what makes these intriguing online travel booking statistics…
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Towering former Portsmouth star's unexpected retirement side hustle in homeland of Iceland
However, it has also emerged that the former player has also made the unusual move into the hospitality industry in Iceland, with his own hotel around a one-hour drive from his team's ground…
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Over 30 ‘outstanding’ Polish hotels preselected for new Michelin award
Over 30 hotels in Poland have been out forward for a new award from gastronomic bible the Michelin Guide…
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Wyndham board deems Choice Hotels' new offer "a step backwards"
U.S. hotel operator Wyndham Hotels and Resorts (WH.N) said on Tuesday a new letter from Choice Hotels (CHH.N) "represents a step backwards" and the terms outlined are not in the best interests of Wyndham or its shareholders…
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Today in history: The Vegas MGM Grand fire killed 87 - Let's remember them
Today in history, in 1980, fire in the 26-floor MGM Grand hotel casino in Las Vegas killed 87 people and injured over 700. Improper ventilation and several safety code violations were blamed for the disaster…
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Discover The United Arab Emirates' Eco-Friendly Hotel Industry
With Cop28 fast approaching, hotels and resorts around the nation are making sustainability a top priority. As the countdown to Cop28 nears its end, all eyes will be on the United Arab Emirates and its dazzling array of five-star hotels…
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Hotels and resorts across South Korea are taking matters into their own hands to control and prevent the spread of bedbugs amid growing reports of infestations nationwide…
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