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While verifying a guest’s ID might seem routine, it’s a crucial safeguard against fraud, security breaches, payment chargebacks and legal liabilities in general. To be compliant and contain liability, hotels must ensure that every guest is who they say they are. And this isn’t just a procedural requirement; it’s a fundamental responsibility to protect the integrity of the hospitality industry.

The Nature Positive Tourism Partnership (NPTP), made up of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), the World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism), and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance), is addressing world leaders at the UN Biodiversity Summit (COP16) in Cali, Colombia, as it continues its drive to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030.

The PKF hospitality group was a partner in finding a new brand owner for the Jadran Hotel in Rijeka, Croatia. Following agreement between Jadran hoteli Rijeka and Marriott International, the hotel will be rebranded as a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. The deal is anticipated to mark the debut of Tribute Portfolio in Croatia and will be located in Rijeka, situated on the Kvarner Bay in the northern Adriatic – a gateway to the Croatian islands.

Hotel payments have undergone a big shift in recent years. What used to be a simple transaction, managed by a concierge at the front desk, is now a key touchpoint and opportunity for hotels to empower guests with greater flexibility and control.

The LIV Hospitality Design Awards, a globally recognized platform celebrating excellence in hospitality architecture, interior design, and guest experiences, proudly welcomes a new panel of esteemed jury members who bring a wealth of expertise to the competition.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced plans for affiliates of Hyatt and Grupo Piñero to enter into a long-term asset-light strategic joint venture, headquartered in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, which will manage Bahia Principe-branded hotels and resorts and own the Bahia Principe brand. The 50/50 joint venture is expected to expand Hyatt’s all-inclusive room portfolio by approximately 30% and enhance Hyatt’s position as one of the leading providers of all-inclusive offerings across the world.

Stockholm –October 28, 2024 – Vingcard, an ASSA ABLOY company and provider of advanced technologies for the hospitality industry, is pleased to announce the launch of VConnect, a cutting-edge interface able to function as a communications bridge and centralized hub for a wide range of hotel systems and devices. With its tradeshow debut taking place during The Hospitality Show from October 28-30 at Vingcard booth #713, VConnect is set to gain the interest of attendees aiming to eliminate operational silos and instead adopt a fully integrated environment offering unmatched efficiency, security, and guest service quality.

In the week ending 19 October 2024, U.S. revenue per available room (RevPAR) advanced 4.2% on 2.5 growth in average daily rate (ADR) and a 1.1 percentage point (ppt) increase in occupancy. RevPAR growth in the Top 25 Markets trailed slightly versus the remaining markets, which saw ongoing demand and ADR gains from areas impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Additionally, Taylor Swift’s tour stop and the Adobe MAX conference helped Miami drive 0.4ppts of the national RevPAR gain. Additionally, for a second consecutive week, all chain scales posted weekly RevPAR growth.

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