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“What I love about Revinate Reservation Sales is everything is right there — every call, every guest detail, every insight. It is perfect for tracking my team’s progress and providing me with the information I need to coach them.” Netta Avaraham-Katz, Reservation Manager, Mainsail Lodging & Development About Mainsail Lodging & Development Mainsail Lodging & Development Florida-based hospitality company that manages a variety of Marriott-branded and independent properties. Unlike many hotel groups, Mainsail runs its own in-house reservations team and internal booking system — meaning the expectations for service and sales performance are especially high. They aren’t simply answering the phone;…
Jeju Island in South Korea allows access to its hidden sites
This July, Korea’s Jeju Island will host its World Heritage Festival. The island is a tropical paradise full of natural beauty.The festival will allow access to rare natural sites such as UNESCO nature reserves, lava tubes, and lava tubes.The festival will take place from July 2 through 22 in 2025. Jeju Island It has been a popular destination for many years. Some call it “Hawaii in Korea”, while others are enchanted with its charms by the numerous K-pop dramas that have been set there. Jeju Island is known for its volcanic landscapes, unique cuisine (Jeju black pork anyone?) and quirky…
Booking.com Contract Battle with Hotels Takes a New Direction
Booking.com contract terms relating to pricing have been a source of complaint for hotels for over two decades. However, their long-running dispute is now centered on financial compensation. The hotels’ efforts to get damages are gaining momentum. Last week, many trade groups said that they supported legal claims against Booking.com over its “rate parity clauses”. These clauses prevented hotels offering lower prices on their own website or other platforms than those charged by Booking.com. The Amsterdam-based online travel company has long defended these clauses, saying they are necessary for its business model. However, it removed them in Europe last year.…
Dreamy Beach Escapes at the Best Algarve Hotels
Ah, I see. Algarve… the long expanses of burnt butter sands, blue waters washing against golden limestone cliffs; the smell of sizzling fresh fish, drizzled with local olive oil, and the clack-clacking of storks sitting atop the squat olive trees that border the winding roads. This region is full of hidden magic. beaches where fishermen still mend their nets, small white-washed Portuguese villages where the only sound is that of the sonorous church bell, and vineyards where you can stay to taste the wine from the vines around you, immersing yourself in the terroir. The Algarve is a lively region, with a…
Philippines to host first AI Island in the World
Reading Time 2 The following are some of the most recent and relevant articles. Dan Thomson, founder of Sensay and CEO of the artificial intelligence (AI), startup that specialises digital replicas of humans, will open the Philippine event. world’s first AI island Philippines Sensay Island’s AI-powered government will be based on renowned historical leaders and experts. The Cabinet will consist of 17 AI members such as Winston Churchill Nelson Mandela, and Eleanor Roosevelt. Each AI replica is designed to reflect the personality and values of the historical figure after which it was modeled. These replicas have been trained by using…
Booking Holdings Hedges Disruption from Google, Wants To ‘Be Near’ AI Hyperscalers
Important Points Booking Holdings actively partners with major AI companies so that it can stay on top of the latest developments in travel search, marketing, and advertising. After achieving significant savings, the company will reallocate its investments to AI, advertising and Asia expansion. It also plans to invest in OpenTable. Booking Holdings says its alternative accommodation segment is growing faster that Airbnb’s – though the definitions of this offering differ. The following is a summary of the information that you will find on this website: Booking Holdings has partnered with AI leaders and is preparing to move away from Google…
Nonius Mobile available as PWA
✅ Instant Access – Guests install directly from the browser. No friction, no barriers. ✅ Branded icon – Your hotel’s name and logo on their phone—visibility that builds trust. ✅ Smart Prompting – A built-in mechanism to gently prompt guests to add the PWA to their device’s home screen.Advertisements ✅ Full-Screen Experience – Delivers the feel of a native app without the install hassle. ✅ Faster Adoption – Ideal for quick engagement and reducing guest hesitation. ✅ Smart Flexibility – Perfect for properties not investing in a native app (yet). ✅ Need more power? – Advanced features like BLE Mobile Key or Softphone are still available through our Native App. Pick the Experience That…
Here’s why more married women are traveling solo
Key Points According to multiple studies, married women are more likely than ever to choose to travel alone.Younger women are also becoming interested in solo travel. The best of all? Many couples say it has been beneficial to their marriage. The world of travel is witnessing a shift: More married women than ever are booking solo vacations. According to 2024 research by online travel agency Booking.comOver 54 percent of women who responded to the survey said that they would like to travel alone. According to past studies, like one conducted by a Boston-based travel operator in 2023 Road ScholarIn a…
U.S. Hotel results for the week ending May 31
ARLINGTON, Va. — The U.S. hotel industry reported negative year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStarLatest data for the month of May. CoStar, a leader in online real estate marketplaces and information for the property market, provides analytics as well as data. 25-31 May 2020 (change in percentage from the comparable week of 2024) Occupancy: 61.0% (-1.6%) Average daily rate: US$151.48 Revenue per available room (RevPAR): US$92.45 (-1.9%) Top 25 markets in the world St. Louis This was the year that saw the highest occupancy (+11,1% to 64.5%). New York City (+5.7%, to US$290.35). Los Angeles The highest ADR increase was (+5.7%, to…
Bed & bath: 1 bedroom, 1 bathTop-notch amenities Patio, luggage drop off, sound systemThis stylish loft apartment is located on the second level of a listed early 20th century building in Harborside Floriana, just seven minutes from Valletta. No elevator so be aware of that. Once inside, however, you will find beautiful high ceilings with a Maltese wood balcony perfect for lazy morning coffees. There is also a large living and dining area. The entire remodel was done by a London artist has seen the introduction of concrete floors, white walls, and a thoroughly modern treatment throughout, evoking a cool…