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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…
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…
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,…
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,…
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…
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…
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 Attendance is Free| Free to attend High-end travel landscape is constantly changing, as evolving traveller’s expectations and technological advances reshape how bespoke journeys and bookings are done. It is important for hoteliers that they understand the importance of luxury travel agents, advisors, and their role in reaching and catering to this segment. What you will learn What role luxury travel advisors play in an increasingly tech-enabled society What high-net worth travellers will expect in…
The Ambassador Hotel The Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki, Tapestry Collection by Hilton on the island of O’ahu, has officially joined Hilton as the first Tapestry Collection property in Hawai‘i. The beloved Waikiki hotel blends local charm and Hilton’s world-renowned hospitality with a wealth of benefits. The Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki is operated by Highgate, who continues to bring its expertise as a premier real estate and hospitality management company to the islands of Hawai‘i. This collaboration is a new chapter in which the Tapestry Collection introduces guests to its distinctive story-driven spirit while honoring the hotel’s roots within the community. …
La Maison 1888, a French fine-dining restaurant at the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, was the first restaurant in Central Vietnam to receive a Michelin star in 2024.The resort recently opened a second fine-dining restaurant on the property, called Tingara, which will showcase modern Japanese fare by renowned chef Junichi Yoshida.Designed by famed American designer Bill Bensley and set on protected land in the country’s last remaining coastal rain forest, InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort first opened in 2012. Vietnam’s coastal city of Da Nang is known for buzzy street-food vendors, rich coffee culture, and the country’s freshest seafood. Now…