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Length of Stay is the Best KPI for Proving the Value of Wellness Investments

The word ‘optimization’ implies the use of data and measurements for continuous business improvement, but it also implies making tradeoffs and devoting limited resources to certain tasks ahead of others. For today’s hospitality world, we are confronted by so many data points, so many partners or siloed interests and so many different activities vying for our attention or capital. To make informed, strategic decisions that will unify various operations towards a common objective, hoteliers and owners must carefully pick the key performance indicators (KPIs) that they will optimize and prioritize.

By Adam Mogelonsky, Partner, Hotel Mogel Consulting Limited

More Than a Fifth of Brits Fear Jet Lag Will Ruin Their Easter Getaway as Many Call in Sick to Help Cure Their Post-Travel Woes

With the Easter break just days away, travellers across the country are set to make last-minute travel plans to avoid the predicted bank holiday wash-out-weather. It comes as independent research released today by YOTEL, the global hospitality group for those on the go, has shown that a third of us (32%) are put off by long haul travel because of the fear of jet lag.

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First night effect: Sofitel commissioned a scientific research to perfect the Art of Sleep

Last week, Sofitel announces the results of a scientific study analyzing travelers sleep to guests’ sleep experience. Guided by this research, Sofitel will be deploying new experience rituals across all its hotels to help guests enjoy blissful nights.

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In Search of Sleep: Hilton Caters to Rising Number of Sleep Tourists with Debut of Hilton Sleep Retreats

Hilton’s 2024 Trends Report found the No. 1 reason people of all generations want to travel this year is to rest and recharge. In fact, some travelers are even building their entire trip around sleep, which is a trend now known as “sleep tourism.” Sleep tourism first picked up speed in 2023 and has accelerated this year – in its recent report, the Global Wellness Institute cites Wellness Tourism as one of the fastest-growing segments of travel, projected to reach $1.4 Trillion USD by 2027.

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Check In, Work Out: Hyatt Regency Debuts New Collaboration with Personal Training Platform, Future, to Enhance Guest Wellbeing

Building on Hyatt’s purpose of care and commitment to wellbeing, Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today an exclusive collaboration between the Hyatt Regency brand and Future, a personal training platform that connects users with an ongoing fitness coach to create customized virtual workouts, further complementing World of Hyatt members and guests’ wellbeing journeys.

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United States

Innovation in Wellness: Four Ways The Purist Embraces a Holistic Approach to Wellness

As a recognized leader in hospitality wellness, Accor understands the vital role that hospitality plays in enhancing physical and mental well-being. Today, as we embark on a journey of transformative wellness with our guests, we also acknowledge how profoundly wellness initiatives can positively impact business growth for our hotels and owners. Poised to revolutionize the wellbeing journey, our newest well-being concept, The Purist, invites guests to embrace a holistic approach to wellness and discover the profound joy of complete harmony.

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Holistic Well-Being: Trends in Health and Wellness Offerings at Boutique Hotels in 2024

The past few years have certainly affected our health and well-being. From somewhat constant concerns about being exposed to and catching COVID ourselves, or having it affect our family members, to long hours working from home offices and worry about childcare, the pandemic left many people feeling depleted and in desperate need of vacations that offer relaxation and recharge.

By Jennifer Barnwell, President, Curator Hotel & Resorts Collection, Curator Hotel & Resort Collection

Les Roches Commits to Specialized Education in Sports Management and Events

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Healing Spaces: Creating a Wellness Sanctuary with Diana Stobo

In our latest podcast episode, "Transformative Wellness in Costa Rica with Diana Stobo," listeners are treated to an insightful conversation with Diana Stobo, a pioneering figure in the world of wellness and healthy living. Diana shares her compelling journey from a raw food advocate to a visionary in wellness real estate, set against the vibrant backdrop of Costa Rica. This narrative is not just about the transformation of one individual, but also about the broader implications of integrating wellness into every aspect of our lives, including the spaces we inhabit.

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Condé Nast Traveller Announces 2024 Wellness & Spa Award Winners

This week Divia Thani, Global Editorial Director, Condé Nast Traveller and Simon Leadsford, Publishing Director, hosted Condé Nast Traveller’s Wellness & Spa Awards for 2024 in association with Healing Holidays. The event took place at Mandarin Oriental Park Lane, London and the full guide accompanies the March issue of Condé Nast Traveller.

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Auberge Resorts Collection and Sanctum Announces a Series of Exclusive Wellness Retreats in 2024

Auberge Resorts Collection, a portfolio of 26 one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts and residences, and Sanctum, the global mindful movement method that has taken the world by storm, today announce an exclusive partnership that will bring the transformative wellbeing experience from Europe to the United States for the first time ever with a year-long series of wellness retreats at four of Auberge Resorts’ award-winning properties. Set to redefine wellness travel, the collaboration combines the expertise of both brands to curate life-changing wellbeing experiences in Auberge’s breathtaking natural settings. Debuting in January 2024, the new program will take place at four Auberge destinations across the United States, including Napa Valley’s next-generation wellbeing destination, Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection, Austin’s legendary landmark mansion, Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts Collection, Connecticut’s beloved wellness sanctuary, Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Resorts Collection and Telluride’s mountainside adventure haven, Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection.

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Hyatt Invites Guests to “Be More Here” with New Global Brand Platform in 2024

Hyatt is unveiling “Be More Here,” a new brand platform that invites guests, members and customers to lean into the transformative powers of travel and be more present. In a fast-paced world of what’s next and how to get there, World of Hyatt’s people, places, spaces and experiences encourage guests to truly be in the moment. Setting Hyatt apart as a leader in care and wellbeing, the brand platform launch coincides with new World of Hyatt loyalty program updates enabling members to earn more, have more choice in rewards, and even gift rewards to those they love. Encouraging meaningful connections, guests will find a robust list of offerings curated to support their individual wellbeing journeys – each with a unique approach to help them not only feel well but live well.

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Arch Amenities Group Opens Newly Renovated 13,000-Square-Foot Privai Spa + Fitness Center at the Luxury Kimpton EPIC Hotel in Miami

Arch Amenities Group, a full-service, global provider of wellness, amenity management and meeting services for commercial and residential properties, hotels, private clubs and pools, today announced the opening of its first Privai Spa + Fitness Center in a hotel: the 411-room, luxury Kimpton EPIC Hotel in Miami.

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Miami, Florida, United States

New Developments in Culinary Wellness

2024 is on track to become the year of wellness tourism. A recent 2023 Hilton travel report paints a vivid picture, indicating that a whopping 50 percent of travelers are looking for travel to address either physical or mental wellness.

By Richard Garcia, Senior Vice President of Food and Beverage, Strategy & Execution, Remington

Enhancing Champneys guest experience with a state of the art wireless infrastructure

A wonderful blend of hotel, resort, and spa - Champneys prides itself on its commitment to revitalise the mind, body or soul for anyone who wants to get away from the city life. With 6 elegant countryside locations, Champneys Health Spa offers luxurious facilities and treatments of a spa with top-quality accommodation and dining.

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United Kingdom