Academic argues that strong math skills correlate with 18% higher wages and improved problem-solving abilities essential for hospitality careers.
Hilton Anaheim's multimillion-dollar renovation integrated LED lighting, smart controls, and bulk amenities, achieving emissions reductions equivalent to removing 1,700 cars from the road.
Early adopters include Barceló, H10, Palladium, and Vincci, with the SaaS solution enabling corporate app launches without large development teams.
Mews announces improved PMS onboarding with one-week go-lives, sub-3-minute support response times, and AI-powered assistance to reduce implementation risks.
GCSTIMES outlines its environmental strategy focusing on technology adoption, system optimization, and employee engagement to reduce energy consumption.
Maestro's tech roadmap emphasizes AI automation, mobile payment integration, and enhanced ancillary revenue tools through 2026.
Accor's study of 4,300 travelers across nine countries reveals eight emotion-driven travel trends for 2026, with 25% wanting searches to start with mood rather than destination.
The article details how hackers exploit hotel staff's helpful nature through phishing, vishing, and impersonation tactics, with AI deepfakes making attacks more sophisticated.
The Sustainable Travel Finland programme has certified 431 companies since 2020, with 214 labels awarded specifically to hotels and accommodations.
The expansion adds 651 rooms across six properties in Québec, growing Ascend Collection's Canadian portfolio by 20% as part of Choice's accelerated growth following its consolidation of Choice Hotels Canada.
Industry reports predict AI will enable hotels to cut emissions by 24% and reduce food waste by up to 69% through smart sensors, predictive analytics, and automated optimization systems.
GCSTIMES proposes FSC-certified wooden key cards with custom engravings as a way for hotels to express local culture and enhance guest touchpoints.
The partnership connects MyMillennium's 145+ hotels with Taj InnerCircle, offering members reciprocal 10% discounts across both global portfolios.
GCSTIMES reports 82,735 kg CO₂e offset through bio-based packaging for key cards, equivalent to planting 3,760 trees.
AHLA becomes the 30th signatory to the voluntary pact aimed at reducing the 10% of food waste that comes from lodging, equivalent to $17 billion annually.
The milestone comes just over a year after introducing the midscale brand to North America, with six properties already open in 2025.
Multiple hotels earned Green Globe and EarthCheck certifications while new tools like BCD Travel's sustainability index make environmental performance measurable for corporate buyers.
U.S. Travel Association warns that CBP's proposed social media screening for visa-free travelers could reduce tourism and harm America's economy.
The piece outlines specific strategies for hotels to reduce environmental impact during Christmas 2025, from living tree rentals to root-to-shoot menus and digital gift alternatives.
U.S. Travel warns CBP's proposed social media requirements for visa waiver travelers could deter millions of visitors and billions in spending.