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Reading Time < 1 Then, you can get in touch with us. Eloise Hanson, BHN Editor, hosts the show. Partnership with Agilysys. Time:: 14:00 – 15:00 BST Online | Free to attend In today’s experience economy, successful hotel brands shift their focus away from selling rooms and towards curating the entire guest journey. This evolution offers new ways to personalise touchpoints, enhance guest engagement, unlock revenue, and go beyond the traditional hotel stay. What you will learn How hotels are adapting and what is blocking full integration. How to transform ancillary services from revenue generators into guest experiences How technology…
[Kefalonia] We know where we are going and we just know. No need to acclimatize. We are familiar with the restaurants and the areas of the beach we enjoy. Last year, we spent two weeks in Asia, touring Korea and Japan. This was an activity-based holiday. As a genuine tourist, we visited temples and other sites. When we can, we also like to do this. Kefalonia suits those holidays where we want to relax and just sit. The island is quite cultural, it’s got a lot of history—there are amazing caves there. Myrtos is a very famous beach. They shot…
Montreal’s best restaurants are having a big moment. It is no surprise that Montreal, a city of such cosmopolitan proportions, has a thriving restaurant scene. French The following are some examples of how to get started: European The city has been a hub for decades of immigrants from other former French colonies, including Vietnam It makes sense that the culinary scene in Haiti would expand to include a broader range of cuisines. Add to that its trademark Québécois warmth and friendliness, and world-class visual arts scene, and you get a city that’s resplendent in creativity that never veers too far…
Images by Being Thailand Thailand’s leadership in the wellness industry is becoming increasingly recognized, as the global landscape of wellness continues to change along with consumer demand and travel behavior. At the Being Thailand 2025 industry strategic touchpoint in Phuket, the role of Thailand in shaping wellness-oriented tourism, hospitality and healthcare markets, as well as consumer markets was evaluated. Thailand has built a resilient and diverse wellness ecosystem over the past 30 years. The market, which began with spas and holistic therapies has evolved into a dynamic mix of resorts that focus on longevity, integrative medicine and health-conscious products. Phuket…
Pacific Coast Highway between Santa Monica & Malibu is now open for traffic. The recent Palisades Fire had closed the section of highway. A popular stretch of California highway is reopening to commuters early.The legendary Pacific Coast HighwayState Route 1 has been closed as of Jan. 7, 2025 due to the Palisades Fire The surrounding community was devastated. The highway runs from West Channel Road near the Will Rogers Beach State Park in Santa Monica, all the way to the Malibu Pier, officially reopened to public traffic on May 23 at 8:00am PT. Since months, tourists and locals alike have not…
The process of comparing prices, amenities, and online reviews can be confusing, and people want certainty and objectivity. One of the most important factors in the decision-making process for this is the star rating of the hotel. The star ratings provide a quick snapshot of what travelers can expect, from the most basic accommodations to luxurious experiences. This guide will help you understand the star ratings system, how they affect bookings and what actions to take to improve your hotel reviews and ratings. What is the Hotel Star Rating System? The hotel rating system uses a standard method to classify…
Trainline, the online rail ticket retailer has warned about “headwinds”, such as the expansion of London’s contactless zone and economic uncertainties that are affecting travel abroad.The shares of the London-listed firm fell by up to 8% on Tuesday, before recovering to a slight fall of 4%. This was despite the company reporting a record profit for the year ending 28 February.Trainline has 18 million customers, and makes most of its money by earning commissions on the sale of rail and coach tickets. The company has also benefited from a growing preference among travellers for digital tickets as opposed to their…
The United States Department of State has recently issued a Travel Advisory Level 1 for Switzerland. It is recommended that travelers take the usual precautions in the country. A major European nation has issued a travel alert.The United States Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs issued a Travel Advisory Level 1 for the country of Switzerland. The agency didn’t give any immediate reason for the publication of this travel advisory on May 20. However, it does advise to “take all normal precautions when in Switzerland.”French media reported that there have been protests at the recent Eurovision Song Contest. France…
It’s not easy to break into the Indian hospitality technology market. The Indian hospitality tech market is vast, fragmented and fiercely competitive. For those who can understand the landscape and its challenges, rewards are significant. It takes more than good products to sell tech solutions in India. It takes patience, local knowledge – and above all – presence. India has approximately 2.5 million rooms available across a wide range of hospitality, from budget hotels to luxury resorts. In spite of this, many hotels still rely on outdated on-premises systems. Cloud-based providers have a great opportunity to not only grow with…
Reading Time 2 Minutes Saudi Arabia: Boutique hospitality brand Earth Hotels is opening its first two properties to Saudi Arabia in 2026. The total number of hotel rooms and serviced apartment will be 375. Earth Riyadh is the brand’s first market entry into the Kingdom. It will be located in Al Maathar near the Diplomatic Quarter. It’s due to open during Q3 of 2026. It will include 86 rooms including lofts and suites. There will also be a bar, lounge, coworking space for members, music room and wellbeing area. Earth Jeddah will open in Q4 of 2027 as part of a…