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10minhotel.com est le premier site web français dédié aux professionnels de l'hôtellerie, offrant une centralisation d'informations, de nouvelles, de tutoriels et de meilleures pratiques dans le secteur. La plateforme, intuitive et conviviale, donne accès à des conseils pour améliorer différents aspects de la gestion hôtelière. En complément, le site propose le podcast "10 min pour un hôtelier", proposant des analyses, des interviews d'experts et des conseils pratiques. Le but de 10minhotel.com est d'aider les hôteliers à rester informés et compétitifs sur un marché en constante évolution.

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Travelodge and Catch22 Launch Career Initiative for Care Leavers in Manchester, Expanding Successful Liverpool Pilot

📈 Eight young care leavers in Manchester completed Travelodge's intensive four-day ‘Care to Career’ pilot in March 2024 at the Manchester Central hotel. Participants received workshops and hands-on experience, culminating in a guaranteed interview with Travelodge. This initiative, part of Travelodge’s social mobility programme in partnership with Catch22, aims to support underrepresented groups, following its successful 2024 pilot in Liverpool. Travelodge, founded in 1985, operates 632 hotels in the UK, Ireland, and Spain, welcoming over 22 million guests annually.

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WTTC, JATA, and Tourism EXPO Japan Sign MOU to Boost Japan's $343.1 Billion Travel & Tourism Sector

🗺 In 2025, Japan's Travel & Tourism sector contributed $343.1 billion, 8.1% of GDP, as the world's fifth-largest tourism economy. The World Travel & Tourism Council, Japan Association of Travel Agents, and Tourism EXPO Japan signed an MOU to boost global collaboration. International visitor spending hit $63.3 billion, a 74.9% rise from 2019. The sector grew 4.6% last year, with innovation and digital transformation driving future growth. JATA has 1,200 full members, 326 associates, and 137 overseas affiliates.

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U.S. Hotel Industry Sees Record ADR with 5.7% Increase, Chicago Leads Gains in ADR and RevPAR

📈 The U.S. hotel industry saw positive changes from 13-19 September 2026, with occupancy at 71.1% (+4.4%), ADR at $179.30 (+5.7%), and RevPAR at $127.43 (+10.4%), marking the highest ADR on record. Chicago led in ADR (+28.2%) and RevPAR (+41.8%) due to the International Manufacturing Technology Show, while Washington, D.C. recorded the highest occupancy rise (+10.7%). CoStar Group, based in Arlington, VA, provided this data, covering 95,000 properties worldwide.

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Global Spa Industry Revenue Reaches $157 Billion in 2024, Driven by Medical Spas and Wellness Tourism Growth

🛀 By 2024, the global spa industry grew to 201,861 spas generating $157 billion with a 7.4% annual growth rate. The medical spa segment was valued at $24.2 billion in 2025 and is forecasted to reach $78.2 billion by 2033. Medical spas are growing nearly 16% annually. In 2024, US patients spent $1.30 billion on GLP-1 medications. The wellness economy is valued at $6.8 trillion in 2024, predicted to grow to $9.8 trillion by 2029.

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Gekko Group Expands Hotel Portfolio in Europe, Appoints New Strategic Managers for Key Markets

📰 Gekko Group is expanding its directly contracted hotel portfolio across six European markets. Cristiana Sartore and Silvia Villazala join as Strategic Hotel Account Managers. Sartore will manage the UK, Benelux, and DACH regions, while Villazala oversees Spain, Italy, and Portugal. Both bring over 20 years of experience in online travel and hotel distribution. This expansion aims to strengthen local relationships, enhance hotel visibility, and offer a competitive hotel portfolio through Gekko's B2B distribution network.

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HFTP Unites 300+ Members at 2026 Annual Convention in Reno, Donates 10 Bicycles and $5,000 to Charity

📅 HFTP hosted its 2026 Annual Convention from September 22-24 at the Peppermill Resort, Spa & Casino in Reno, Nevada, uniting 300+ members. Events included keynotes by Alex Weber and Michele Kline and a session by Danny Goldberg. The conference featured an experiential team-building session donating 10 bicycles and $5,000 to The Children's Cabinet. Awards were presented to Tessa Leverett and Mohammad Al Amin, among others. The 75th anniversary event is scheduled for October 19-21, 2027, in Orlando.

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Operational Structure, Not Menu Changes, Key to Solving Hotel Restaurant Underperformance, Suggests Industry Expert Paul Forciniti

🍳 Hotel restaurant issues arise from structural problems, not menu changes. Common patterns include inconsistent dish quality and unexplained food costs. A solution involves assigning clear ownership, using standardized recipes, and resolving resource conflicts in morning meetings. Kitchens often operate multiple outlets, making structure critical. Effective strategies include documenting shift handovers and defining outlet standards. Without these, new menus fail. Structural integrity ensures lasting improvements in food quality and operations.

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World Economic Forum's 2026 Travel & Tourism Index Ranks Japan as Top Economy, Albania Most Improved

🌍 International travel reached 1.5 billion people in 2025, with a USD 11.6 trillion contribution to the global economy. Japan leads the 2026 Travel & Tourism Development Index, followed by the U.S. and Spain. The sector faces a potential 43 million workforce shortfall by 2035. Tourism prices are rising, with 75% of economies becoming less affordable. Albania showed the most improvement (+7%), with Asia-Pacific hosting seven of the ten fastest improvers.

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Field & Stream Lodge Co. to Open Two New Properties in Bend, Oregon and Big Bear, California by 2028

🏖 Starwood Capital Group and AJ Capital Partners are expanding the Field & Stream Lodge Co. brand with two new properties set to open in 2028. The 151-room lodge in Bend, Oregon, will renovate the former Shilo Inn, while the 148-room lodge in Big Bear, California, will update the former Holiday Inn Resort Big Bear. Bend is renowned for outdoor adventures, located on the Deschutes River, while Big Bear offers year-round activities in San Bernardino National Forest.

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Hotels Should Integrate Blue, Green, and Happy Spaces to Enhance Guest Experience and Wellbeing, Says HTWWlife CEO

🏨 Hotels are exploring the 95:5 rule, emphasizing guest well-being through Blue, Green, and Happy Spaces. These concepts prioritize water’s calming effects, nature’s restorative power, and joy’s emotional uplift. Adapting these within budget and operational constraints is key. The focus is shifting from aesthetics to guest experience, aiming to support recovery and emotional connection. Successful hotels will integrate these ideas to enhance guest satisfaction and brand loyalty.

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