As a Hotel HR Director and Human Resources Consultant, I’ve had countless conversations with operational leaders about compliance with employment law.
Ennismore Announces Second Mama Shelter To Arrive in Italy
Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, along with joint venture partners Zanklon Capital (“Zanklon”) and Extendam, are thrilled to announce the signing of Mama Shelter Lake Como. Nestled into the dramatic landscapes at the foot of the Italian Alps, Mama brings her sassy and flamboyant personality to the legendary resort city of Como in mid-2026.
BLLA Welcomes New Premier Vendor Partners, Elevating Boutique Hospitality Experiences
The Boutique Luxury Lodging Association (BLLA) is proud to announce its newest vendor partnerships, expanding its network of innovative, forward-thinking partners who are helping to shape the future of boutique hospitality. Since June 2024, BLLA has welcomed a diverse range of vendors offering exceptional services and products tailored to the unique needs of independent hoteliers worldwide.
M3 Honored with Silver Globee® Winner at the 17th Annual 2024 Globee® Awards for Achievement (Women in Business)
M3 is proud to announce it has been awarded the Silver Globee® Winner at the 17th Annual 2024 Globee® Awards for Achievement (Women in Business). This prestigious award highlights the company’s dedication to excellence and its commitment to advancing women in the business world.
Apaleo Secures €20 Million Growth Equity Investment Led by PSG to Accelerate Global Expansion
Apaleo, the API-first open property management platform, today announced it has raised €20 million in a growth equity investment round led by PSG Equity, a leading growth equity firm that specialises in partnering with software and technology-enabled services companies to help navigate and capitalise on transformational growth. Existing investors Redalpine, FOMCAP IV, and Rockaway Ventures also participated in the round.
Significant Surge in Travel & Tourism Businesses’ Commitment to Net Zero, Reveals WTTC Roadmap
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today launched the second edition of its groundbreaking Net Zero Roadmap for Travel & Tourism, revealing the number of global Travel & Tourism businesses setting climate targets has surged by 27% in the past three years, with more than half now actively committed to emissions reduction.
How Classik Hotel Collection built a brand-new direct booking strategy
The Classik Hotel Collection is a premier owner-managed hotel group with five characterful hotels in top German destinations. With a focus on providing a warm welcome and a memorable stay, they deliver an exceptional guest experience from check-in to check-out – but up until recently, their direct booking journey wasn’t quite so smooth.
Mixed Results for Wellness Hotels in Jan – June 2024, with Minor Wellness Leading Growth
The newest edition of RLA Global’s Wellness Real Estate Report is now available, comparing data from Jan-June 2024 with the same period in 2023. The report examines data from over 11.000 properties worldwide.
Taking the Job Personally
I’m always impressed when someone truly loves their job and does more than expected. And that’s exactly what happened on a recent cross-country American Airlines flight. Here’s what happened:
Institut Lyfe And Yannick Alleno Announce End-2025 Opening Of First Pavyllon Training Restaurant In Lyon, France
Institut Lyfe, a renowned French school recognised globally for excellence in the culinary arts, pastry, hospitality, and restaurant professions, has partnered with Yannick Alléno, a world-class chef who has earned multiple Michelin stars, including two awards of 3 stars. Together, they are proud to present Pavyllon, a training restaurant by Yannick Alléno and Institut Lyfe LYON. This new venture strengthens the longstanding partnership between Yannick Alléno and Institut Lyfe, based on a modern approach to cuisine and the transmission of knowledge to future generations – just as the collaborative establishment of the School of Sauces did in 2021.

