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Hoteliers should be aware of the top 8 features in IRIS Mobile Ordering.
Images by IRIS Mobile devices are now the main way we bank, browse and interact. It’s not surprising that guests expect this. are evolving fast – and technology is evolving even faster. Hoteliers need solutions that do more than just keep up – they need solutions that stay ahead. Over the past 12 months, IRIS has introduced a suite of powerful new features designed to empower F&B leaders, free up staff time, and enhance the digital guest journey. These innovations aren’t just upgrades – they’re tools that deliver measurable improvements in guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and ancillary revenue. Here are…
GCSTIMES is aware that even though it’s still summer, luxury hotels and resorts have already begun to open. The magic of Christmas is woven into every detail. You’ve crafted exquisite menus, scheduled enchanting events, designed a festive ambience, and yet one moment often goes unnoticed: check‑in. The GCSTIMES doll key card is the perfect little ambassador to show your holiday spirit. Its plush fur, and its cheerful expression are ready to open a door for you and bring a smile. It is a delight that spreads to others as the children embrace their furry friends, and parents take pictures of…
Visit these 5 wine regions even if you don’t drink.
Last autumn at Sterrekopje Healing FarmA regenerative farm in the countryside of South AfricaIn the Cape Winelands I crossed damp fields, walked through tranquil gardens and passed a floating Yoga Pavilion tethered by a dam before I reached a Mongolian yurt. I was here for a breathwork session. This is one of many wellness options available, including reflexology, Reiki and hypnotherapy. In this part of the globe, you can expect to find wine. But there’s also a tea and tincture apothecary, which uses lemon verbena from the garden, along with sage and wild mint. “People enjoy the alternatives to alcohol…
Indian travelers upgrade to premium despite fewer trips
According to data provided by the travel brand Trevolution Group, premium travel from and to India is on the rise. The company stated that despite lower outbound bookings to India in the first six months of 2025 its gross bookings totaled $68.36million. This is an increase of 6 percent from last year. This growth was due to higher expenditures and a larger share of premium class purchases, the company stated. The demand for bookings in business class increased by 27,12% while that of economy class saw a modest rise of 0.78%. This reinforces the trend toward premium, value-added travel options,…
Reset Hotel opens near California’s Joshua Tree National Park
Reset Hotel was opened on 21st July and has 180 acres in the town of Twentynine Palms. The north entrance to Joshua Tree National Park is only a 5-minute drive away.The hotel has 65 guest rooms. Each room features a patio, a firepit and outdoor seating.The hotel has a restaurant and a saltwater swimming pool on-site. It also offers a Club House with a coworking area, a boutique and a communal fire pit. Reset Hotel, a minimalist desert escape just outside Joshua Tree National ParkThe north entrance opened on 21 July as the first new hotel built in the area…
How to build a mega cruise ship
Chantiers de l’Atlantique’s work is not limited to megaships. Two smaller vessels were under construction during my visit: The Ritz-Carlton yacht collection’s 452-passenger vessel Luminara Celebrity Cruises 3,248-passenger Celebrity Xcel. The shipyard played a major role in several recent cruise innovations that used green technology. It will finish the construction of Orient Express, the world’s biggest sailing yacht by the end next year. Corinthian, The vehicle will feature a wind-powered propeller system, a world first.Whatever your cruise preference, megaships represent a remarkable feat of human invention. “Any function you can imagine a land-based city should have—from electricity to water treatment…
Experience dining: a new art form in hospitality that creates connections through food
Over the last five years, experiential dining has changed dramatically. It used to be a term for a themed restaurant, or a chef’s table that had a little flair. But now it means much more. It is now about the emotional journey of the evening, a sense of place and the careful layering of sensory detail that transform a meal into an experience. They are looking for more than just a good meal. They want to feel something—they want to walk away with a story they can share. This expectation has changed the way hotels approach their food and beverage…
Preferred Hotels & Resorts Adds 18 New Members to its Global Portfolio
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – Preferred Hotels & ResortsThe world’s leading independent hotel brand is proud to announce that it will add 18 new member hotels to its portfolio globally between April 1, 2019 and June 30, 2019. To celebrate the occasion, I Prefer For a limited period, Hotel Rewards members will earn 2,500 bonus point on stays at participating locations. Ranging from a brand-new and distinguished Texas Inn to a historic castle-turned-luxury-retreat in the Austrian Alps, each of these unique and independent properties offers immersive, authentic experiences that spark curiosity and encourage travelers to discover even more extraordinary destinations across…
Aleksandra Zee is a Palm Springs-based woodwork artist who shares with us her favorite places in the High Desert.
MÁS O MENOS Zee says that the best place to get coffee and wine made from natural ingredients is in Joshua Tree. She says, “It is a beautiful place that reflects desert soul.” I’m here three times a weeks for the best pop-ups and live music. She loves to catch the collaboration pop ups between Friendo Burger You can also find out more about the following: I Fall to Pizzas Golden hour is when the sun is at its best.Another favorite is Kitchen in the Desert She describes 29 Palms as “soulful, lush and always in the mood” The Brussels…
Enjoy 7 Freebies from Economy
Key Takeaways Airline and route can determine whether passengers receive alcoholic beverages, amenity kits, or Wi-Fi in economy. After the main service is over, flight attendants will grant more requests, especially if passengers are polite. Even if you are flying economy, you can still enjoy some special benefits. If you ask, these extras can be had even if they aren’t advertised. Dollar Flight Club CEO and founder Jesse Neugarten Many travelers are unaware that a simple request in an economy class can result in a few extras. However, Quinn EnglishFounder of FreeQuinnt FlyerHe explains that economy freebies are not available…