Businesses are experiencing unprecedented disruption, but there are practical steps that operators can take to preserve financial viability
Hospital food ambassador Mike Duckett dies
Mike Duckett, a passionate campaigner for better hospital food and former head of catering at the Royal Brompton Hospital in London, has died.
Leon’s campaign to help thousands of NHS workers ‘find food confidently’ nears target
Leon’s campaign to raise £1m to fund thousands of hot meals a day for NHS staff is nearing its target.
HFTP to Host Series of Hangouts to Bring Hospitality Professionals Together Online
HFTP will go live on Zoom three times a week throughout April for a new series of virtual networking opportunities called “HFTP Hangouts.” All HFTP members, stakeholders and hospitality professionals are invited to attend. These collaborative, onlin…
Statement on Hyatt’s Updated Cancellation Policy and World of Hyatt Benefits
Our purpose at Hyatt – we care for people so they can be their best – is guiding our decisions as we support you and your future travel with us. Hyatt is taking additional actions to care for World of Hyatt members and guests during this difficult t…
Seven Spices to Transport Your Palate Around the World
While global travel is on pause during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, people are still longing for it. One way to safely satisfy a bit of the craving is through the kitchen spice rack – something Hilton culinary experts around the world have c…
A New Normal in Travel Post COVID-19
Mauricio Prieto, a.k.a. the Travel Tech Essentialist, published an interesting survey on the impact of COVID-19 in our industry, accessible here….
Marketers Confront What Travel Will Look Like Post-Crisis
Demystifying the future of travel appears to be the next big thing for marketers, and it should usher in a second round of campaigns that is more targeted than the first since the coronavirus crisis began. Initially, when it became clear that travel…
Marriott in strong position to tackle COVID-19, says GlobalData
As even the largest players are forced to contend with unprecedented levels of disruption thanks to COVID-19, Marriott has announced mitigation plans that outline a number of strong measures to minimize the impact of coronavirus. This swift, decisiv…
HRS Hospitality and Retail Systems has strengthened its TNG Product Development Team
TNG (https://www.hrsinternational.com/en/products/spa-products/tng-for-spa-wellness) is an easy to use HRS product that is globally available for the management of spa and wellness businesses. Now validated for integration with Oracle Hospitality sy…

