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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.

Two people sit across from each other in a podcast studio, with a colorful promo card in between that reads: “Shiji Insights Podcast: If we can’t spend time talking to our guests, perhaps we should be doing something else.” Episode 25 badge visible below.

4 min

Sunborn London's Technology Transformation Reduces Check-In Time from Eight Minutes to One, Enhancing Guest Experience

💻 Sunborn London reduced its average check-in time from eight minutes to just one minute, enhancing guest experience. Under General Manager Francisco Ventura's leadership, the hotel uses connected systems for pre-arrival tasks like reservations and payments, allowing more time for guest interaction. Secure payment systems foster trust. Emphasizing interconnected hospitality, the hotel prioritizes seamless tech integration to support human connections, ensuring technology enhances rather than replaces personal guest experiences.

Two-panel line chart. Top: dark blue 'Average Rate Index' dips in 2020, recovers to ~111 by 2022, then stays around 116-125; purple 'Inflation Index' stays near 100 in 2019, rises to about 125 by 2023 and stays near 116-125 through 2025. Bottom: dark blue 'RevPAR Index' plunges to ~20 in 2020, climbs to ~113 by 2023 and remains near 110 by 2025; purple 'Inflation Index' remains near 100 in 2019, gradually climbs to ~112 by 2025.

5 min

Amsterdam Hotel Market Faces Challenges with Declining RevPAR Despite Rising Visitor Numbers in 2024-2025

🏨 In Amsterdam, 2024-2026 sees a hotel market facing challenges like increased city tax (7% to 12.5%) and VAT hikes (9% to 21% in 2026). Tourist arrivals hit 9.3 million in 2024, growing 4.9% from 2023. A 20% rise in bednights by 2025 highlights growing non-hotel accommodations. Investment in 2025 reached €590 million, with Amsterdam leading at 59% of transactions. Future tax hikes could push city taxes to 20% by 2031, impacting pricing strategies amid competitive pressures.

The Camry Guest Experience—What cheap open-weight AI means for hospitality over the next 12 months (blue gradient hero image).

4 min

Moonshot AI's Kimi K3 Launches at $15 Per Million Tokens, Underpricing US Frontier Models Significantly

💻 On 15 July 2026, Thinking Machines Lab released Inkling, a 975-billion-parameter model, followed by Moonshot AI's Kimi K3 with 2.8 trillion parameters on 16 July. Kimi K3 is priced at $15 per million tokens compared to $50 for US frontier models. The AI market is shifting towards open-weight models due to cost efficiency, urging operators to adopt model-agnostic strategies. Expect more Chinese open-weight releases soon as AI model dynamics continue to evolve.

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7 min

By 2026, AI-Driven Systems Will Transform Hotel Booking and Operations, Prioritizing Data Consistency and Machine Confidence

🏨 In 2026, hotels face a structural shift: AI-driven guest decisions make traditional marketing strategies obsolete. Conversational interfaces replace search engines, prioritizing data consistency over aesthetics. AI agents, not humans, initiate bookings, demanding machine-readable data, clear policies, and fast confirmations. Operations and marketing must align to meet AI expectations, while governance becomes critical. Successful hotels will ensure data accuracy, integrate systems, and train teams in AI literacy, prioritizing clarity and operational soundness over creativity.

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4 min

Independent Hotels Gain Tech Agility Over Large Chains by Using 18 Integrated Solutions, Says The Gallivant GM

💻 In the latest Matt Talks Hospitality episode, Mews CEO Matt Welle and Elise Roberts, GM of The Gallivant, a boutique hotel in East Sussex, reveal small hotels can excel with modern tech. The Gallivant runs on 18 solutions, prioritizing value and usability. Short contracts, no integration fees, and streamlined systems enhance agility. AI aids in management tasks, while independent hotels swiftly implement ideas, like direct booking discounts. Smaller size offers strategic agility absent in large hotel chains.

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2 min

24 Hotels Compete for European "Hotel Property Award 2026" at 196+ Forum Munich Conference

🏨 24 hotels from 11 countries are vying for the European “Hotel Property Award 2026,” part of the 196+ forum Munich conference. The ceremony is set for 7 October at Hotel Bayerischer Hof Munich. Eligible hotels, built or redeveloped between January 2025 and June 2026, are judged on architecture, sustainability, and economic viability. Entries span cities like Madrid, Paris, and Vienna, as well as leisure spots like the Croatian Adriatic coast and the Bavarian Alps.

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4 min

Getty Foundation and National Trust Award $150,000 Grants to Five Black-Designed Historic Sites in the U.S.

🏛 Central City Plaza in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, designed by Alonzo Robinson Jr., opened in 1973 as a hub for Black-owned businesses. Despite its decline, a Getty Foundation and National Trust grant revitalizes it and four other Black architect-designed sites. Established in 2022, Conserving Black Modernism has distributed over $4.85M, awarding $150K per site. Additional $2.26M aids 22 other locations. Notable projects include MLK Jr. Humanities Center in Houston and St. Mark AME Zion Church in Indiana.

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3 min

Winnow Forms New Advisory Board with Industry Leaders to Scale AI Food Waste Technology Globally

📈 Chicago, 6.23.26 — Winnow appointed Paul Whetsell and Gregory Maliassas to its Advisory Board to scale AI food waste tech globally. Whetsell has 45+ years in hospitality, while Maliassas brings 30 years of international experience. The board aims to help prevent over $1 billion in food waste. Almost half of resort operators still manually measure food waste; Winnow's tech addresses this gap. CEO Marc Zornes emphasizes real-world application and cost reduction.

4 min

Asia Pacific Hotel Investment Volumes Surge 54% in H1 2026, Reaching $6.8 Billion with Japan, China, and Australia Leading.

💰 APAC hotel investment volumes surged 54% to $6.8 billion in H1 2026, led by Japan, China, and Australia. This marks the region's strongest first-half performance. Reykjavik hotel rates hit $1,012 per night, with A Coruña facing 186% demand growth for the August 12 eclipse. 49% of Americans plan a leisure trip in the next three months, though spending has softened. AHLA and partners advocate for a long-term USMCA extension, citing $176 billion in US visitor spending.

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3 min

HSMAI Europe Launches Pop-Up Events for Senior Commercial Leaders to Facilitate Timely Industry Conversations

📅 HSMAI Europe is launching "Pop-Up" events for senior commercial leaders, adapting to fast industry changes. Expected to last 2–3 hours, these events will occur spontaneously, depending on opportunities, without a fixed schedule. Participation is free for HSMAI Europe members, with discussions hosted by industry leaders. Insights from these sessions will be shared widely. The first Pop-Up is anticipated this autumn, and the "Pop-Up Circle" is being formed to facilitate participation.

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