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Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) is pleased to announce that Hospitality Upgrade The official publication of the Boutique Hotel Owners Conference The next powered by BLLA will be September 29-30 2025 in Westlake Village, CA. The partnership will provide exclusive coverage and insight to the independent boutiques and luxury hospitality industries. Frank Wolfe CAE CEO of HFTP said, “We’re thrilled to partner with BLLA on their Owners Conference.” “Hospitality Upgrade’s mission is to provide valuable technology information and tools to industry professionals. And we look forward highlighting the innovative and creative spirit that defines the boutique hospitality and luxury…
Although the AI-powered Hotel.com chatbot is easy to use, it is not very useful at this stage due to its errors. This is what we found after testing updated Hotels.com. Expedia Group launched last week an AI chatbot in the Hotels.com application and a redesign integrating the new feature. The company has just launched the new Bellboy mascot, a brand refresh for Hotels.com. All of this is part a plan for Hotels.com to grow after Vrbo and it saw a decline in business due to the company’s migration. Expedia received criticism from Hotels.com users for scrapping its reward program and…
Xugana Island Lodge Freshly renovated accommodation is spacious, with a separate seating area, desk and a bathroom that has both an indoor and outdoor shower.Xugana, located right at the edge of the Okavango Delta offers unparalleled views and immerses guests into nature.Overwater firepits at the end of wooden docks that extend out into Delta are ideal for reading or drinking a cocktail after lunch.You can enjoy a memorable dinner by arranging a floating dinner in the water.The lodge provides a variety of included activities such as rides in a mokoro—a traditional dugout canoe propelled by a skilled poler—through the papyrus-lined…
Etihad Airways announced recently a new service that will connect the U.S. with Abu Dhabi. The new route is scheduled to begin on May 4, 2026. Visit Abu Dhabi soon from the United States. Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, announced a new route connecting Charlotte, North Carolina, to Abu Dhabi. This new route will debut on May 4, 2026, and will be the first time the cities are connected by a direct route, according to the airline. The 13-hour and 45-minute flight departs Charlotte’s Douglas Airport (CLT) at 6:40 p.m. and arrives at 12:25 p.m. the next day…
Ascott, Southeast Asian Hotel Group, is actively searching for resort acquisitions in order to expand its portfolio of long-stay travel accommodations. Wong Kara Ling, the chief strategy officer of the company, said at the Skift Asia Forum Last week. Wong, the leader Ascott’s acquisition of Oakwood in 2022The company said that loyalty points accrued by corporate travelers could be used to redeem discounts. Ascott’s rewards program Most people are looking for more options to redeem their vacations. We have a lot of people who are able to help you. [loyalty members]When they work in a corporate environment [setting]Want to burn…
Aruba1/10Aruba is known as “One Happy Island” for a good reason. Its beaches are stunning, its weather is spectacular, and the culture is vibrant. Aruba is located just off South America’s coast and is therefore out of hurricane’s path. U.S. State Department currently gives the island a Travel Advisory Level 1 (exercise usual precautions).
Six Senses’ first venture into the Caribbean is La Sagesse Grenada. John Athimaritis/Six Senses La Sagesse GrenadaSix Senses is a brand that has blazed a path for wellness resorts rooted with local rituals. They have now brought this ethos to the Caribbean for the first time. The volcanic island of Grenada is a perfect place for this concept. Its natural beauty, which has not been as heavily traveled as its neighbors, makes for a serene, secluded setting. The property has 56 pool suites, 15 villas spread over 38 acres of lush vegetation with panoramic views. Grenada’s Spice Island heritage is…
With the Autumn Budget 2024 changes now in effect, there are higher costs for everyone in hospitality…again. So surely the UK is becoming a tougher place to run a travel or hospitality business? Funnily enough, some hoteliers and industry experts are saying the opposite. There’s been something new putting a dent in hospitality’s earning potential for several years now. Brexit’s impact on hospitality continues to bite, with a 9% decrease in spending from visitors since 2019, when you take into account inflation. The requirement for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), costing visitors £16 each, is something experts in the sector…
It is expensive and difficult to visit some national parks, particularly by plane.Going has published a list that includes the most affordable parks for you to fly into, based off of average airport fares.The average round-trip cost of a flight to a national park near Lake Michigan is $138. Traveling to a national park this summer might feel like an out-of-budget impossibility—and that might be true if you’re trying to visit one of the most popular parks in the country, like Yellowstone The following are some examples of how to use Yosemite. Booking reservations well in advance can be tricky,…
Reading Time 2 The following are some of the most recent and relevant articles. UK: Independent Hotel Show London has opened entries for its 2025 awards, in partnership with Preferred Hotels & Resorts. On the first day (IHSThe awards will be presented on 6 October, at Olympia London. They are divided into three categories: Hotel Rising Stars, Hotel Design of the year, and Independent Hotel of the year. Hotel Rising Star – open to employees at any level and working in any role within a hotel, the award recognises individuals who show early leadership qualities, a passion for the industry,…