Category: Recent News

In todays fast-paced business environment, choosing the right Point of Sale (POS) system is more important than ever. A POS system is not just about processing transactions; it is a crucial tool that can streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive profitability. From retail stores to restaurants, different POS systems are designed to meet the unique needs of various industries. Understanding the types of POS systems available can help businesses make the right choice to stay competitive and efficient. This article will explore the different types of POS systems and what every business should know to choose the right one.

Travel demand is expected to remain strong in the year ahead. To help companies maximize the opportunities available, our annual travel industry outlook explores four key trends travel companies will need to navigate throughout 2025—from emerging AI use cases to a new administration.

What makes a trip unforgettable? For Marriott Bonvoy, the most valuable souvenirs aren’t the tangible ones you bring back, but the experiences, connections, and memories that stay with you long after the journey ends. Today, Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning travel platform and home to 30+ extraordinary hotel brands, launched its newest global campaign that celebrates how travel shapes us. Beginning with a new hero film, “You Are The Greatest Souvenir,” the campaign is an ode to travel’s transformative power.

Imagine a guest planning their dream vacation. They start with a casual scroll through Instagram, saving reels of beautiful destinations. Then they search Google for “unique hotels in Paris” and compare options on multiple OTAs and hotel websites. Your hotel might catch their eye, but if an OTA offers a better rate or a smoother booking experience, they’ll likely book there. Not only have you lost a direct booking, but you’ve also forfeited valuable first-party data that could have fostered a lifelong customer relationship.

Safestay PLC (AIM: SSTY), one of Europe’s largest hostel groups, is pleased to announce that it has received planning approval to develop a new 170-bed hostel in the heart of Brighton. The planning approval follows the Group’s acquisition in June 2024 of the freehold property on Pavilion Parade for a total consideration of £2.275 million.

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of two new hotels in the Philippines, reflecting the global hospitality company’s continued ambition to expand its focused service presence in South East Asia. Hilton Garden Inn Manila Quezon City and Hilton Garden Inn Cebu Mactan also mark the debut of the award-winning Hilton Garden Inn brand in the Philippines, making it Hilton’s third brand in the country and expanding its portfolio from three to five properties.

We live in a world flooded with information, where the question of data has gone from being a useful resource to an unstoppable digital deluge. From smartphones to smart fridges, we’re constantly bombarded by digital input, leaving many of us feeling mentally overloaded. This article explores the growing phenomenon of data anxiety, its impact on our well-being and productivity, and what we can do to take back control.

The Boutique & Luxury Lodging Association (BLLA) proudly announces Segafredo Zanetti as the newest member of its esteemed Inner Circle Club (ICC), the highest tier of vendor partnership within the organization. This exclusive program is reserved for visionary brands that exemplify excellence and innovation in serving the boutique hospitality industry. With this milestone, Segafredo Zanetti is now recognized as the premier coffee partner for boutique, independent, and luxury hotels, bringing its globally celebrated expertise to the industry’s most distinguished properties.

Google officially ended commission-based bidding for hotel ads as of February 20, 2025. In short, the way hoteliers pay for Google ads that generate bookings changed. What does this mean for you? And how can platforms like Mews help you stay lucrative in the new reality? We had a chat with Jenna Decker, Solution Architect at Mews, to help answer those questions.

“I didn’t know you could own a hotel” is a common response to the idea of hotel ownership. For many, it seems like an unattainable goal, reserved for the lucky or well-connected. Yet, for those willing to navigate the industry or carve their own path, hotel ownership is not only possible but can also serve as a powerful means of generating wealth and uplifting communities.