Category: Recent News

UrVenue and UrResort, leading providers of hospitality technology and members of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), today announced they are available on Oracle Cloud Marketplace and can be deployed on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and integrated with OPERA Cloud unified platform via the Oracle Hospitality Integration Platform (OHIP). Oracle Cloud Marketplace is a centralized repository of enterprise applications offered by Oracle and Oracle partners.

Hotel Internet Services (HIS), a full-service provider of connectivity and internet-enabled services and solutions for the hospitality industry, will return to this year’s Hospitality Show to demonstrate the latest enhancements to its industry-leading hotel WiFi, guestroom entertainment and video surveillance security solutions. Taking place October 28-30 in San Antonio, Texas, HIS will be exhibiting at booth #1913 to provide a snapshot into the most recent innovations that are helping hoteliers keep pace with guest demands for faster internet access and IoT-enabled environments, offering superior convenience and personalization.

Next week Silverware POS will showcase unique industry integration with Maestro PMS that unifies the guest booking experience and stay journey across all operations. At The Hospitality Show, to be held October 28 to 30 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, a sophisticated All-In-One solution that synchronizes both systems on a shared database will be on display in Booth #1559. The joint All-In-One solution provides a direct link between diners, hotel guests, and the front desk through CRM, gift card management, loyalty programs, VIPs, SGIs and more.

PAS (Professional Accounting Solutions, Inc.), well known as the preferred provider of back office and accounting solutions for the global hospitality industry and the leading provider of Infor SunSystems and Infor EPM services, announced it has a new owner and CEO – hospitality industry veteran, Gayle Edwards.

In a world where remote work is no longer a novelty, digital nomads represent an emerging market that hotels cannot afford to overlook. There are now over 35 million digital nomads worldwide, with 11 percent of the U.S. workforce identifying as part of this group. These individuals are young, affluent and tech-savvy, often seeking flexibility in both work and lifestyle. To tap into this lucrative segment, hotels need to leverage cloud Property Management Systems (PMS) and mobile technology in ways that enhance guest experience, streamline operations and offer a tailored stay. Here are four ways hotels can do just that.

The evidence is clear: the hospitality industry is a key driver of the United States’ economy. According to a report by the American Hotel & Lodging Association, the hospitality industry contributes nearly $600 billion to the U.S. Gross Domestic Product, accounts for 1 in 25 U.S. jobs, and is responsible for approximately $97 billion in annual wages and salary income.

Despite considerable investments in reporting and Business Intelligence (BI) platforms, 75% of employees steer clear of analytics tools in their daily workflows. The culprit? Most business users prefer direct insights over the tedious process of mastering new analytics tools. Traditional BI tools, while potent, demand a steep learning curve and significant time to yield actionable insights. Additionally, the data preparation process is an intricate task that necessitates specialized skills.

As COP29 approaches this November, HNtv INSIDERS sat down with Zoritsa Urosevic, Executive Director of UN Tourism and Willy Legrand, Professor of Tourism and Hospitality Management at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Germany to discuss the inaugural UN Climate Change COP29 Thematic Day on Tourism.

Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year provide huge opportunities to connect with your database, guests and followers. For hoteliers seeking to tap into the seasonal spirit of family getaways and gifts, email deliverability should be at the heart of their marketing strategy.

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today announced Nguyen Thao Van from VinUniversity, Vietnam, as the winner of the inaugural Investors’ Nest at its 24th WTTC Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia.