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Building a multigenerational team for the hotel
Reading Time < 1 Then, you can get in touch with us. Eloise Hanson, BHN Editor, will host the event. Sponsored by Duetto Time: 14:00 – 15:00 GMT Online | Free to attend A multigenerational team is one solution to the staffing crisis that hotels continue to experience. A diverse workforce – from Gen Z to Boomer, and everything in between – leverages broad skillsets, experiences, and perspectives, while also presenting challenges around communication styles, work expectations, and values. What you will learn Tailoring recruitment strategies for different generations Addressing stereotyping and bias to promote a fair, inclusive workplace Understanding the differences…
These are the 20 most beautiful places to visit in Europe
Centuries-old villages, dramatic mountain ranges, world-class architecture, and beaches famous for their white sand and turquoise waters span Europe—from the northernmost end of Scotland down to the Mediterranean. To determine the 20 most beautiful places in Europe I spoke to two travel experts. Jim StrongA member of Travel + Leisure’s Travel Advisory Board as well as the president of Strong Travel ServicesEmma Major Schroeder owns and is a luxury travel advisor for Major Traveler. See their choices, along with a few of mine. Lake Como in Italy A statue gives a nice view of Lake Como. Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure…
Images by IHG Hotels & Resorts InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, today announced a new property in Guayaquil, marking its first destination in Ecuador. InterContinental Guayaquil was developed in partnership by BPO Consulting. It will provide guests with inspiring interiors, elevated facilities, and culturally-rich experiences. The hotel is scheduled to open in the year 2027. InterContinental Guayaquil, located in Guayaquil’s exclusive Samborondón district, will serve as a serene haven for both business and leisure travelers. SEMAICA’s, ODD Architecture and Adriana Hoyos Design Studio will create the hotel with an aesthetic that draws…
Franchise Agreement Negotiation: Key Points
Know your rights as a hotel owner: Negotiate the key points in franchise agreements – Image credit Unsplash+ Hotel Franchise Agreements – Key Negotiation Points For Owners In the highly competitive hotel industry franchise agreements define the relationship between brand companies and hotel owners. Franchisees are able to negotiate better terms than franchisors, even though they typically have the upper-hand in these negotiations. Geographical restrictions Geographic restrictions are a common topic of discussion in franchise agreements. Franchisees will often include clauses to prevent their franchisors from allowing competitors to operate within a specified radius of the property. These clauses vary…
Toyama, Japan’s Craft Scene Attracts Visitors to the Rural Coast of Japan for High Design
On a bigger scale, the homeware brand Nousaku Chiharu Nousaku, the fifth-generation CEO of the company, was responsible for this innovation. Its contemporary foundry—which also continues to cast bronze artifacts for Buddhist rituals—is open for public tours and hands-on casting workshops. There is also a café and shop beside a striking lobby installation that doubles as a library of in-use casting molds.In the town of Inami, Nanto is home to some of Japan’s best wood carving. Japan’s mingei movement—which emerged in the 1920s, championing the folk crafts of anonymous artisans—is also deeply connected with the area, in particular Zentokuji. This…
The 12 Best Amazon Summer Travel Wardrobe Essentials
Looking stylish on all your summer trips—without overpacking—starts with well-chosen essentials. It’s not necessary to have dozens or even hundreds of items in your summer capsule wardrobe. Instead, you can choose a few pieces that are versatile and easy to wear. basic tank tops The following are some examples of how to get started: flowy maxi skirts. Dressing for vacations (or at home) is easy when you use lightweight layers and staples that can be worn anywhere. Your suitcase will stay light and your wardrobe on point with the right basics. There are 12 Amazon essentials that you can mix…
In 2024, the sector achieved its best result since 2019, with a contribution of almost €249 billion to GDP The growth of international tourism expenditures is nearly 11 percent per year Madrid – The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) forecasts that by 2025 the travel and tourism sector in Spain could reach a new all-time high, with an estimated contribution of €260.5 billion to GDP, equivalent to almost 16% of the national economy. The latest Economic Impact Research, prepared by WTTC and Oxford Economics in collaboration, confirms that tourism is one of the main economic drivers of the country,…
T+L’s hotel review of Casona Roma Norte Mexico City
Casona Roma Norte The hotel’s Belle Époque building has retained many of its historic features, while the modern interiors showcase a neutral palette and contemporary artwork by Mexican artists.Casona Roman Norte, despite its small size, offers a variety of TK concepts ranging from elevated Mexican to a fusion Japanese and Sinaloan cuisine.Akamba takes guests on a tour of Mexico’s mezcal distillates.The hotel’s location is hard to beat—at the heart of Mexico City’s trendiest neighborhood, with everything from restaurants to hip galleries and cool coffee shops within walking distance. The architectural styles are eclectic and diverse. Mexico City’s Roma Norte neighborhood,…
Australia Is Even Better After Dark—From Torchlit Tours and Open-air Theater to Rooftop Climbs Under the Stars
Travel trends in 2025 are dominated by “noctourism.” ” Booking.com Named it No. 1 travel trend of the year. It’s exactly as it sounds: nocturnal travel, which ensures that people do not only see their favorite places in daylight. The focus of this trend is what happens after dark in these locations. Australia has some of the most spectacular spots after the sun sets. Sarah Clark shared that Tourism Tasmania’s chief executive, Sarah Clark, has seen an increase in the number of visitors to Tasmania. ABC. The aurora is a nighttime spectacle that attracts tourists. They come to see the…
Discovering Japan’s quieter corners: Beyond the Megacities
Kagoshima is a southern Japanese city that I visited earlier. Kyushu The experience was completely different. After a night at an onsen resort in the misty Kirishima mountains—just 15 minutes from the airport—I ventured into Kagoshima City. I enjoyed tenderloin at restaurant Sanei. kurobuta Sanei has been serving pork belly in shochu with miso since 1933. A friendly local gave me an informal education on Kagoshima shochu at a small izakaya. The proprietor, with her unfiltered commentary and raspy laugh, cracked jokes each time she filled my drink.In my travels beyond Japan’s metropolises, I have learned so much more about…