BLAH expands its network across South East Asia
BLAH expands its network across South East Asia. BLAH has created a free marketplace for the hospitality industry
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7 restaurant technology trends to watch in 2023
The restaurant industry has traditionally been slow to adopt technology and innovative digital solutions. But in 2020 and 2021, the COVID-19 pandemic and economic instability that spilled into 2022 - and now the anticipated recession in 2023 - changed that and forced food and beverage outlets to look beyond the traditional. Many restaurants have turned to tech in the last couple of years, even if reluctantly, to adapt to a new reality. One which includes more contactless technology, and is realigned with new customer expectations and wants.
Generative AI Startups Attract Investment as Technology Gains Traction Across Industries, Says GlobalData
In recent years, generative artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changing technology with immense potential across various industries. Subsequently, generative AI startups are rapidly gaining traction, and venture capital investors are keen to capitalize on their potential, observes GlobalData, a leading data, and analytics company.
UNWTO Launch Women in Tech Startup Competition: Middle East
Announced at Biban 2023, Saudi Arabia's largest SME conference, the Women in Tech Startup Competition: Middle East, will further advance UNWTO's work to make tourism a pillar of women's empowerment. The initiative gives innovators the chance to compete for enhanced capacity building and visibility. Finalists in each category will join the UNWTO Innovation Network, giving them access to the UNWTO Member States network, mentorship programs and to UNWTO scholarship opportunities.
Yotel Partners With Lumie Globally To Support The Sleep, Waking And Overall Wellbeing Of Guests
In celebration of World Sleep Day (Friday 17th March), YOTEL has announced a global partnership with light therapy experts, Lumie, giving guests the opportunity to loan a wake-up light for free during stays around the world. With a shared passion for innovation and functional technology, the collaboration is empowering YOTEL’s on-the-go guests to reconnect with their natural rhythms and achieve best-ever sleep, mood and energy performance.
Blockchain, Metaverse, ChatGPT - How Is Technological Innovation Changing The Travel Sector?
A packed house at the ITB Berlin Convention: on Tuesday afternoon three experts presented their assessments of the potential offered by new technologies. Caroline Bremner from Euromonitor International reported on the potential for growth of the metaverse, while Leila Summer, CEO of PlayToChange, explained how ChatGPT can suggest a travel route in just seconds. Professor Dr. Alexander Knauer from the Blockchain Competence Center at the college Hochschule Mittweida, explained that, although blockchain technologies are currently in the hype-phase, it will be two to four years before they are in practical use in the travel sector, making it advisable to become acquainted with them now.
Jumeirah Group Pioneers Industry-First Mobile Check-In Solution in the UAE
Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, in partnership with Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), introduces Jumeirah Mobile Check-In, an industry-first biometric and digital technology solution. The avantgarde solution empowers guests to complete all check-in formalities prior to arrival through their mobile phone, delivering a seamless arrival experience and reducing the check-in process by up to 10 minutes.
ITB Innovation Radar gives voice to the industry’s trailblazers at the world’s leading travel trade show
ITB Innovation Radar premieres in 2023 as a platform for showcasing exhibitors’ innovations – 11 innovative solutions presented, from start-ups to industry majors, such as FREE NOW and Dorint – Participants receive additional promotional benefits in cooperation with ITB Berlin
Marriott International Joins the Internet Watch Foundation; Deploys Cisco Technology to Combat Online Child Sexual Abuse Material
Marriott International announced today it has joined forces with UK-based nonprofit Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) to combat online child exploitation by using technology solutions to restrict guest network access to websites with child sexual abuse materials (CSAM) in its hotels. The collaboration will be the first of its kind for the hotel industry and marks the next step in Marriott’s commitment to address a critical human rights issue for the industry. Marriott recently marked a significant milestone in its anti-trafficking efforts, training one million associates at Marriott hotels to recognize and respond to signs of human trafficking.
Invest in technology today to empower business travel tomorrow
Predicting the future is something that many have claimed the ability to do, but few have ever actually mastered the art. In days gone by, the stars, various omens, and even remnants of a cuppa have all been used to try and dispel the mist of what lies ahead.
Growth Advisors International Network - GAIN partners with Bond Agency to accelerate mutual growth in Europe, the Americas and Asia Pacific
Growth Advisors International Network – GAIN, the collective of global advisory leaders in the travel, hospitality and restaurant technology industry, has signed a strategic commercial alliance partnership with Lisbon-based Bond Agency to advise on and deliver to GAIN’s growing industry client base, specialized and efficient European commercial market entry and intelligent growth-related services in the region.
New Cornell Research: Creating Crossover Products Could Lead to Future Growth
New Cornell research shows how the rise of consumers’ influence changed the tune of contemporary country music and led to the creation of more songs that span multiple genres.
Les Roches to incubate UNWTO Winning Start-Ups for “Awake Tourism Challenge”
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has announced the winners of the “Awake Tourism Challenge”, celebrating the start-ups that are reshaping the sector in every global region. The winning start-ups will be offered an incubation period of three months at SPARK Crans-Montana, the Innovation Hub of Les Roches Global Hospitality Education who partnered with the competition.
Taking ‘try before you buy’ to a whole new level - MBA students explore the potential of immersive virtual reality in hospitality
Imagine walking into a travel agent and being virtually transported to your dream destination. You’re fully immersed, by the pool, watching the sunset and completely sold. You book the trip, leave the store and start counting the days. This isn’t science fiction, it’s the power of VR right now, and the only glasses involved are the ones containing freshly made Mojitos.
Walk in: The Adlon is just a "touch" away - Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin launches augmented reality app
"Far Away, So Close!" - this is the title of an iconic film by Werner Herzog about Berlin. However, it could also be used today as a headline for the latest innovation at Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin. Because thanks to augmented reality - AR for short - a visit to the hotel legend is suddenly very close, no matter how far away someone is.
“Animación at Ciclo - A Digital Dining Experience” to launch at the Four Seasons Hotel Austin
Four Seasons Hotel Austin is taking "dinner and a show" one step further as dinner is the show with a new activation set to launch this February. This winter, the Hotel announced the Texas debut of the state-of-the-art animated dining experience by award-winning TableMation Studios.
Accor One Living launches with innovative hospitality solutions and support for mixed-use developments
Accor, a world leading hospitality group, today announced the creation of Accor One Living – an industry-first platform dedicated to the integration of innovative hospitality solutions into mixed-used developments. Accor One Living will support the development and operation of branded residences – anchored by managed and franchised Accor hotels and resorts – and other unique products that add value to mixed-use projects, such as coworking offerings, extended stay hotels, private clubs and more. Creating synergy between these complimentary hospitality products can significantly enhance the financial performance of a mixed-use project, while providing signature brand experiences for homeowners, guests, and community members.
Today's guests expect a frictionless, tailor-made experience. How does technology help?
Today we are looking back at the second episode for HN Summit Series - Property Management Stack 2.0. The sponsor of this episode was Cloudbeds. Jonathan Rojas, Guest Experience Growth Manager at Cloudbeds, and Kathryn Murphy, Owner, The Murphy Gallery & Hotel Dublin joined moderator Simone Puorto, Founder | CEO | Futurist to discuss, share thoughts and perspectives on to automate, or not to automate? The Hospitality Industry's soliloquy.
What should a Property Management System do? Understanding the role of PMS.
Yesterday we closed our throwback at the Revenuemanager - Summit Series. Besides this series we also produced a series around the topic Property Management Stack. The first episode of this series took place on April 28th and was sponsored by Agilysys, Inc. Frank Pitsikalis, Vice President, Strategy at Agilysys, Mark Fancourt, Co-Founder at TRAVHOTECH, Beth Zahner, Director Of Operations at Big Cedar Lodge, and Michael Blake, Chief Technology Officer at American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) joined moderator Simone Puorto, Founder | CEO | Futurist to discuss, share thoughts and perspectives on Sales, Marketing or what a property management system should do? Understanding the role of PMS.
Hong Kong Poly Releases Research on How Contactless Technology Transforms Hospitality
Contactless technology is transforming hospitality in China and beyond. Research by Dr Fei Hao and Professor Kaye Chon of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University shows that travellers have varying levels of readiness for contactless hotels. Hospitality firms are advised to be mindful of this variation when designing strategies to boost customer equity. For guests who are still sceptical about contactless technology, services that evoke delight may be the best way to retain their custom. Those with concerns around COVID-19 may be particularly reassured by positive experiences in a contactless hotel.
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