Crescent Hotels & Resorts has been selected to manage the NH Collection New York Madison Avenue. Known for its elevated hospitality and distinctive style, the hotel is a hidden gem that captures the energy and elegance of New York City’s most iconic avenue.
ActivumSG, one of Europe’s largest independent real estate investment managers, today announces the acquisition of the Fairmont La Hacienda, a five-star luxury hospitality asset located in the exclusive San Roque waterfront enclave along Spain’s Costa del Sol.
Indulge your guests in sustainable elegance with GCSTIMES Eco Slippers, proudly IS0 14068 Product Carbon Neutrality certified by SGS. Crafted for discerning properties, each slipper features an upper of exquisite biodegradable pearl-cotton, offering a sumptuous touch while ensuring minimal environmental impact. The sugarcane-derived soles provide a sturdy yet lightweight base, complete with a refined waved pattern to guarantee superior anti-slip performance on polished marble or oiled oak floors.
The hotel key card, a simple item, or an untapped canvas for creating unforgettable guest moments?
The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC), in collaboration with the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) World, is now accepting nominations for the inaugural 2025 Leadership Award, to be presented on the main stage at FHS World, taking place 27–29 October 2025 at the Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai.
Since we unveiled our pearlescent leather key cards, you’ve come to know us as the artisans who transform premium hides into unforgettable guest experiences. You’ve seen our behind‑the‑scenes videos, watched as supple leather is cut, molded, and finished to catch the light—and you may have been wondering, “What’s next?”
Zeus International Hotels & Resorts proudly announces the acquisition of the Eretria Hotel & Spa Resort, located in Evia, Greece. The property now falls under the full ownership and management of the Group. This acquisition further reinforces Zeus International’s growing presence in the Greek tourism market.
Rebel Hotel Company, the independent hospitality operator reshaping the standard for managing full-service hotel brands, is proud to announce its continued national growth with the recent transition of Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill. This milestone expands Rebel’s growing Hilton portfolio and the company’s entrance into one of the nation’s most influential markets.
It begins with a feeling, the subtle weight of something precious in your guest’s hand, the soft whisper of premium, cruelty‑free leather, the promise of a story waiting to unfold. This is your guest's moment of arrival, before they even reach their room.
Inside experiences shaped with intention. The polished marble, the scent of fresh florals, the warm, personal greeting. But the key card, the very object that grants access to a private world, is often designed to be forgotten, an object of pure utility with no story to tell. It's a disconnect in an otherwise seamless narrative of luxury.
Raines, a leading hospitality management, development, and investment organization, announced the debut of two new DoubleTree by Hilton properties in South Carolina. Located in Summerville and Greenville, the properties have undergone renovations — including extensive upgrades to guestrooms, public areas, and food and beverage facilities — to meet DoubleTree brand standards. Both hotels opened in July 2025.
Every story starts with an invitation—to imagine, to engage, to belong. When Henn na Hotel Osaka Namba and Shinsaibashi approached us to celebrate Expo 2025’s mascot Myaku‑Myaku , GCSTIMES knew this was an opportunity to craft a tactile narrative. We captured Myaku‑Myaku’s playful spirit through the first guest touchpoint: wooden cards and matching paper holders, crafted with care.
With the recent change in the makeup of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), many employers are asking whether there are any labor relations issues they should be preparing for to best position their businesses to operate with maximum flexibility and achieve organizational goals. Even with an NLRB that, by all appearances, will be more employer friendly than its predecessor, the answer is yes. This is because unions may likely turn to certain tactics to add unrepresented employees to existing bargaining units in the workplace.
Previously, we discussed preparing for Christmas magic. But why wait for winter to deliver an unforgettable "wow" moment? With family travel at its peak, the time to elevate your guest experience is now.
While midsummer still warms the air, GCSTIMES knows that luxury hotels and resorts are already weaving the magic of Christmas into every detail. You’ve crafted exquisite menus, scheduled enchanting events, designed a festive ambience, and yet one moment often goes unnoticed: check‑in.
The Penn State Hotel and Restaurant Society (PSHRS)and Penn State School of Hospitality Management will honor 14 alumni during the 2025 Alumni Awards Reception, held in conjunction with the school’s 20th annual "Alumni in the Classroom" event, on Oct. 15.
Let’s carve your story into something guests can’t bear to toss. See What We Have Done Here? A fantastic fridge magnet key card, boasting a stunning two layers creating a 3D design. Check in, kick back, and let your guests flaunt a little souvenir right on their fridge!
The real magic begins at check‑in, when a child is handed a key card, a new friend—choosing their very own dolphin companion in playful pink or cool blue. With its cheerful silhouette, it’s a little piece of summer they can wear, evoking sunny days and happy splashes the moment they clip it on.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBB”) was signed into law on July 4th, 2025, ushering in sweeping changes to the U.S. federal tax landscape. The OBBB permanently extends and expands many provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”), and introduces significant updates that will impact both individuals and businesses. The following are among the more notable provisions in the OBBB.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), a global leader in hospitality, is delighted to announce that its upper luxury brand Regent has been recognized as the 3rd most loved hotel brand in Travel + Leisure’s prestigious 2025 World’s Best Awards. This esteemed accolade underscores Regent's commitment to delivering exceptional experiences and unparalleled service to its guests.