As it celebrates its 50th year, the United Nations specialized agency is reaffirming its founding vision of tourism for peace and security whilst also looking ahead to a more resilient and inclusive sector underscored by investments and innovation. At Messe Berlin, a UN Tourism Affiliate Member, UN Tourism again served as the bridge between public and private leaders and for the first time hosted a high-level summit featuring Ministers of Tourism from 23 countries.
Sustainability Trends in Hospitality: Strategies and Examples
Climate change is driving the world’s agenda. Business leaders everywhere are wrestling with how to respond to rising public and political pressure and align their systems and operations with the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement, established to keep global warming below 2°C and ideally 1.5°C. None more so than for hotels, that means implementing sustainable hospitality strategies to reduce their emissions by 90 percent by 2050.
BCD Travel Cities & Trends U.S. ranking: Atlanta, Dallas-Fort Worth and Chicago remain top three most traveled to cities
BCD Travel’s Cities & Trends U.S. ranking highlights the top cities, states, routes, and booking habits of the year from BCD client’s U.S. business travelers. The findings based on BCD flight and car rental data from 2024 shows business hotspots and reveals growing markets and traveler behavior insights.
Green Practices in the Hospitality Sector
The hospitality industry has always been synonymous with luxury, comfort, and convenience. However, as the global community becomes increasingly aware of environmental challenges, the sector faces the pressing need to balance guest satisfaction with sustainability. Green practices in hospitality not only address environmental concerns but also appeal to the growing number of eco-conscious travelers who prioritize sustainable choices. Let’s delve into the significance of green initiatives in hospitality, the strategies being employed, and the long-term benefits for businesses, communities, and the planet.
Culture is the beginning and the end of your hotel
In this week’s episode of the Hotel Moment podcast, Agnelo Fernandes, CEO of Cote Hospitality, joins Revinate CMO Karen Stephens with a workplace philosophy that encourages hoteliers to identify which aspects of their business foster efficiency and which hold their business back.
The Great PMS Debate: Why a Best-in-Class PMS Beats an All-in-One Platform
The hotel tech landscape is changing, with more ’All-in-One’ platforms promising simplicity. However, these often trade depth for breadth, limiting flexibility and innovation. So, how should hotels decide between an All-in-One platform and Best-in-Class solutions?
HN Insiders: Sustainable Tech in Hospitality – A Conversation with Willy Legrand at ITB Berlin
Hospitality Net’s Simone Puorto caught up with Willy Legrand, Professor at IU International University of Applied Sciences, Germany, during our time at ITB Berlin, where sustainability was a hot topic. Willy is a well-known expert in the field and has played a big role in shaping the conversation around sustainable hospitality.
Reinventing Reputation Management: The AI Renaissance in Hospitality
In today’s hyper-connected world, the hospitality industry is undergoing a quiet revolution—one where artificial intelligence is not just a buzzword, but a strategic ally in crafting stellar reputations. Imagine a scenario where guest sentiments are decoded in real time, where predictive insights steer your next big marketing move, and where automated responses transform potential crises into opportunities for exceptional service. Welcome to the AI renaissance in hospitality!
The Inherent Power of Women’s Communities – Why Women Seek Connection More Than Ever
By: Frances Kiradjian, Founder & CEO – BLLA & TIEWNI contemplated this discussion around women’s gatherings as I started to plan the next TIEWN (Travel Industry Executive Women’s Network) conference. As I look back on my experiences, some of the wealthiest memories surround my time with women’s groups, including TIEWN, which I founded in 2008 due to another global organization closing its doors. It may be my calling, or it is simply my passion. From the early days of Girl Scout pancake breakfasts to an accelerated year-long certificate program at USC taught by female professors to Women in Travel of Los Angeles, it was a subject I felt compelled to support. On further personal reflection, I discovered that support for women goes way back to the early 1900s when the family on my father’s side continually raised recognition and funds for women’s organizations that existed at that time.
Mews Secures Major Investment to Cement Industry Leadership and Redefine Hospitality Management
Mews, the leading hospitality technology platform, today announced it has raised $75 million, led by Tiger Global, a renowned global investment firm, alongside existing investors, Kinnevik, Growth Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives and Battery Ventures.