While the world has been on hold, daily life has been disrupted and people in every corner of the globe have experienced some level of stress and uncertainty. In fact, our recent research conducted across five countries shows that 43%* of travelers …
The pandemic’s Book of Genesis
Toward the end of June, I received an email inquiring whether I wanted a review copy of a book titled “Covid-19 & Travel: Impacts, Responses and Outcomes,” by Simon Hudson (2020, Goodfellow Publishers). This was just three-and-a-half months after Co…
How Royal Savoy Hotel & Spa Increased Direct Bookings and Revenue with PrivateDeal
The Royal Savoy Hotel & Spa, one of the most prestigious establishments in Lausanne (Switzerland), adopted the system in order to deliver a brand new booking experience to their guests while increasing online bookings. After more than one year of us…
Two-metre distancing rule to be reviewed ahead of hospitality reopening
Boris Johnson has set up a review into the two-metre distancing rule in what is being seen as a first step towards relaxing the requirement ahead of a return of hospitality businesses.
Adande Refrigeration restarts operations
Adande Refrigeration’s manufacturing facility is once again fully operational, following the Covid-19 lockdown.
Travelodge landlords demand clarity on CVA proposals
A group of Travelodge landlords has demanded further clarity on Travelodge’s company voluntary arrangement (CVA) or threatened to “join together in opposition to it”.
Electrolux Professional launches AR app for contact-free maintenance
Electrolux Professional has launched an augmented reality (AR) app to help customers complete service and maintenance tasks on its professional foodservice equipment.
Guide launched to help food businesses reopen sustainably
A new guide to help restaurants and food businesses reduce waste, carbon emissions and rebuild their businesses more sustainably has been launched today.
Calls for home secretary to quit if government loses quarantine case
Home secretary Priti Patel has been urged to resign if she loses a court case over the government’s “devastating” quarantine rules.
Treasury Select Committee says government must include tronc in furlough pay
A Treasury Select Committee report has said the government must amend the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) to include tronc payments made via PAYE.