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With demand for branded residences continuing to outpace supply in global capitals, Padilla marks a milestone debut: the first ever Banyan Tree branded residences in Europe – and a rare opportunity to buy early into wellness-led living in Madrid’s prestigious Salamanca district, one of Europe’s most supply-constrained luxury markets.

The hospitality industry has always been about people, connecting with guests, anticipating their needs, and delivering memorable experiences. But what happens when the hospitality sector embraces a new kind of partnership: one where Artificial Intelligence (AI) and humans collaborate to amplify these experiences? What if AI could empower hoteliers, streamline operations, and enhance guest interactions in a way that was never possible before?

Although the average daily rate (ADR) for a U.S. hotel room climbed to a record high of $158.671 in 2024, hotel guests in every segment from economy to luxury feel they are getting better value for their travel dollar. According to the J.D. Power 2025 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index (NAGSI) Study,SM released today, key drivers of that improved perception of value are higher satisfaction with guest rooms, including condition, cleanliness and room amenities such as in-room smart TVs.

Nestled in the heart of Florence, the new opening of James Suite Hotel Firenze 1564 is the latest addition to the city’s luxury hospitality scene. This intimate boutique hotel is the vision of designer James Cavagnari, who has transformed his childhood Renaissance palazzo into a refined retreat that seamlessly blends English heritage with Tuscan charm. The building’s unique character is the result of Cavagnari’s creative vision, realised in collaboration with master artisans and the finest local materials. The property comprises 14 distinctive suites, the elegant 1564 Lounge Bar, and The James Restaurant among its highlights.

The World’s First ISO14068 Carbon-neutral Amenity Kits have arrived — and they’re setting a new standard for luxury with purpose.

Fulham Football Club (FFC) has recruited Oracle Cloud as its official point of sale (POS) and payments provider. In time for the upcoming season, the club will outfit Craven Cottage stadium and restaurants at its new riverside London entertainment destination, Fulham Pier with Oracle Simphony Cloud POS and Payments Cloud Service.

In the fast-paced world of hospitality, a frictionless, scalable, and guest-centric mobile ordering system isn’t just a nice-to-have – it’s a revenue driver, a brand builder, and a guest loyalty enabler.

Picture a scenario where a hacker poses as an employee and tricks IT support into resetting credentials, bypassing multi-factor authentication and gaining access to core systems. That’s exactly what happened to one of the world’s leading casino brands in 2023, when a social engineering attack brought down everything from check-in kiosks to room keys and slot machines. Operations were disrupted for over a week, costing the company more than $100 million in lost revenue and leading to a $45 million class-action settlement.

BirchStreet Systems, a leading hospitality operations platform, has been recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide AI-Enabled Procure-to-Pay Application 2025 Vendor Assessment (doc # US53575025, June 2025).

Nomadix® Inc., bringing connected experiences to life, today announced a distribution agreement with TD SYNNEX, a leading global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem. Through this agreement, Nomadix’s portfolio of connectivity and digital engagement solutions will be available to TD SYNNEX’s vast network of resellers across North America, accelerating growth and expanding footprint in key industries including hospitality, multifamily housing, education and government.