“Cataclysmic.” That’s how Barry Diller described the current state of the world in an interview with CNBC Thursday. Diller sits in a unique position amid the COVID-19 crisis, leading one of the world’s largest travel companies as Expedia’s chairman …
‘Travel is the prominent part of your life’: Road warriors adjust to being grounded
When Jessica O’Callaghan unpacked her suitcase on March 12, she didn’t realize that was the last time she’d do so for the foreseeable future. “Normally that suitcase is packed, unpacked and repacked,” said O’Callaghan, regional managing director of …
Hospitality Tomorrow Virtual Conference returns with Episode 2 on 12 May
Why are we doing this? Because one thousand of you responded to our survey and said: ‘let’s do it again’ as we need to continue the conversation to assess the changes in our world and people – operationally, financially, and psychologically. Where, …
What is the Impact of COVID-19 on Global Economy?
The current coronavirus situation is profoundly impacting all types of businesses. With temporary cessation of some businesses and activities slowing down for many, the consequences of the pandemic are even worse for the global economy than the ones…
Travel and Tourism marketing should aim to understand how consumer behaviour will change post-pandemic, says GlobalData
Worldwide, this is a dark time for the travel industry. As global destinations remain closed and travel company operations continue to be wound down, the industry will increasingly look to its marketing functions to provide campaigns of hope or more…
Hospitality Net launches World Panel on Wellness, Lifestyle and Spas
Maastricht, the Netherlands – As the hotel industry contends with the immediate challenges posed by the Coronavirus crisis, for some hoteliers this also represents an opportunity to take a longer-term view of their businesses. Hospitality Net™, whic…
Hotel Closures Due to COVID-19: What to Consider
Hotel closures raise many issues and need to be implemented carefully to avoid creating additional adverse consequences. Akerman’s Hospitality Sector Team and Coronavirus Task Force are working with hotel owners to help them during this tumultuous t…
Minute on the clock: Gary Foakes, Delaware North
Gary Foakes is the executive head chef at the London Stadium, operated by Delaware North. He reveals his extensive hospitality experience and how the contract catering sector has changed
Like-for-like restaurant and pub sales fell 58% in March
Like-for-like sales in pubs, restaurants and bars fell 58% last month as trading slowed dramatically even before the official lockdown on 20 March.
Revelations: Sameer Taneja, executive chef, Benares, Mayfair, London
What was your best subject at school? Sanskrit

