GCSTIMES Environmental Policy | Part 2 & 3: Water Resource Management & Air Pollution Control
GCSTIMES outlines water conservation strategies and air pollution control measures as part of broader hospitality sustainability initiatives.
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The Bench Restructures Leadership to Support Global Growth and Investor Engagement
Ali Shahid becomes CEO after nine years with the company, while founder Jonathan Worsley transitions to Chairman role.
GCSTIMES Environmental Policy | Part 1: Energy Conservation & Emissions Reduction
GCSTIMES outlines its environmental strategy focusing on technology adoption, system optimization, and employee engagement to reduce energy consumption.
ALL Accor unveils the 8 trends set to redefine experiential travel in 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 Acceleration of “Hard AI”: Why CES 2026 Changed the Operational Blueprint
CES 2026 showcased robots that learn tasks through AI instruction rather than manual programming, enabling human-like navigation and multi-role capabilities.
By Mark Fancourt, Co-Founder & Principal Consultant, TRAVHOTECH
Bookboost Wins 3rd Place in the 2026 HotelTechAwards for Guest Messaging Software
Bookboost ranked third globally among 200+ hotel tech products, with verification from actual hoteliers using the platform.
Navigating the opportunity in Africa’s hospitality sector in 2026: Beyond the numbers, toward true value creation
Valor Hospitality advocates for sustainable investment in Africa's $11.29 billion hotel market through community-focused operations and AI-enabled personalization.
By Tony Romer-Lee, Co-Founder and Managing Partner - AMEA, Valor Hospitality Partners, Valor Hospitality
Hilton’s South East Asia Playbook: Secondary Cities, Design-Led Stays, and Wellness by Intention
Hilton's Southeast Asia head discusses expansion into secondary cities, wellness integration throughout guest journeys, and deploying different brands based on market fit rather than one-size-fits-all approaches.
Henri Roelings in conversation with Alexandra Murray
Shiji expands F&B technology footprint in Singapore with Infrasys POS deployment at MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Restaurant Chen’s
Shiji deployed its Infrasys POS system at MICHELIN Bib Gourmand winner Chen's restaurant to handle high-volume operations with faster order processing.
More Than a Bed: How Hotels are Unlocking Social Impact
Hotels can repurpose unsold rooms for social causes like supporting unpaid carers, creating community value at minimal cost while strengthening ESG credentials.
By Charlotte Newman, CEO, Carefree
RobosizeME to Sponsor Oracle Hospitality Summit 2026, Brings Time-Saving Workflow Automations to OHIP Users
RobosizeME's OHIP-integrated solutions have saved Oracle customers over 24,000 staff hours annually through automated deposit processing and commission checking.
Hospitality Financial Leadership: The Luggage
A former hotel executive recalls lessons in leadership and respect during a 1989 corporate conference at The Empress Hotel following its major renovation.
By David Lund, The Hotel Financial Coach, David Lund
Doug Kennedy’s Next Staff Training Webcast: Hospitality IS…
Kennedy Training Network launches 2026 webcast series with three sessions focusing on hospitality culture, luxury service delivery, and group sales techniques.
MICE Tourism and the Rising Importance of Sustainability
The global MICE market will reach $1,172 billion by 2025, with nearly half of buyers now prioritizing eco-friendly venues and carbon tracking tools.
HVS ANAROCK MONITOR, December 2025
India's hotel sector hit 72-74% occupancy in November 2025 with ARR growth of 15-17% month-over-month, driven by metro cities like Pune and Chennai.
Donna Rae Garff Marriott, Cherished Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Community Leader, Passes Away at Age 90
The wife of Marriott Chairman Emeritus Bill Marriott died at 90 after 70 years of marriage, having been central to the hotel family's legacy.
Design as a Silent Language: GCSTIMES Wooden Key Cards as Cultural Expression
GCSTIMES proposes FSC-certified wooden key cards with custom engravings as a way for hotels to express local culture and enhance guest touchpoints.
Elevating the All-Inclusive Model
The Villa Group executive outlines how all-inclusive resorts can compete in luxury markets through curated experiences, gourmet dining, and authentic cultural offerings while avoiding hidden charges.
By Arturo López Nieto, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, The Villa Group
Cheers to 25 Years of Gratitude and Growth
Agency founder DJ Vallauri reflects on 25 years of business growth, thanking long-term team members and hotel partners while highlighting $6,000+ in charitable donations.
The Soul of Service: A Timely Lesson in Luxury Hospitality Leadership
Horst Schulze's ILHA keynote distinguished between hotel products and true hospitality, advocating for human-centered service leadership over technology-driven solutions.
By Mark Fancourt, Co-Founder & Principal Consultant, TRAVHOTECH