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What refugee clubhouses teach us about hospitality

⚽ Jan van Hövell founded KLABU to create sports clubhouses in refugee camps, starting with Kenya's Kalobeyei camp. This initiative has expanded to 10 locations worldwide, serving thousands by providing sports and community spaces. KLABU has partnered with Mews, supporting a clubhouse in Boa Vista, Brazil. The aim is to sustain community engagement beyond survival, fostering belonging and hope. Mews serves 15,000 customers in 85 countries, bridging hospitality and community service.
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The Sitio to Debut March 1, 2026 as Surf-Centric Boutique Hotel at Virginia Beach’s Atlantic Park

🏖 The Sitio, a 20-room boutique hotel, opens on March 1, 2026, at Virginia Beach's Atlantic Park. Featuring North America's first Wavegarden Cove surf lagoon, it offers minimalist, surf-inspired design with Belgian Libeco linens and curated artwork. Guests enjoy private balconies, surf sessions, an infinity pool, and access to local eateries like Nami Nori and Wiseguy Pizza. Positioned as a cultural hub, The Sitio blends surf, art, and music, enhancing the Virginia Beach experience.
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Canadian Lodging Outlook Quarterly 2025-Q4

🏨 Amid global uncertainty, Canadian hotels achieved 66% occupancy with nearly 70 million rooms filled. Average daily rates rose by 3.5%, boosting RevPAR by 4.2%. The luxury segment excelled with an 8.7% RevPAR increase. HVS and CoStar's report covers six major markets. For comprehensive data, subscribe to the Canadian Hotel Review. Reach out to CoStar at +1 (800) 613-1303. HVS, established in 1980, offers 4,500+ yearly assignments worldwide.
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Circa Hospitality Group Chooses Infor HMS to Power Flagship Downtown Las Vegas Properties

💻 In 2023, Infor partners with Circa Hospitality Group to implement Infor Hospitality Management Solution across three iconic Las Vegas properties: Circa Resort & Casino, The D Las Vegas, and Golden Gate Hotel & Casino. Opened five years ago, Circa Resort symbolizes downtown revitalization. Golden Gate, the oldest hotel, celebrates 120 years. The shift to a cloud-based platform enhances operational efficiency, aligning with Las Vegas's evolution towards sports-centric experiences, supporting real-time data processing for improved guest services.
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AI and the Next Wave of Hotel Technology

💻 AI is transforming the hotel industry by enhancing guest experiences and operational efficiency. Currently, around 28% of hospitality companies are AI leaders, while smaller hotels lag due to cost and data issues. The industry faces a projected 50-60% annual AI market growth amidst privacy and bias challenges. AI aids dynamic pricing, housekeeping, and guest interaction, yet human service remains essential. Hotels are forming AI task forces, reassessing data strategies, and emphasizing staff upskilling to integrate AI successfully.
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Simone Puorto Joins Takyon as Board Advisor, Accelerating the Shift to the Zero Click Web and AI Native Direct Distribution

📰 Simone Puorto was appointed as Board Advisor to Takyon at the Global Revenue Forum in London, 2026. Takyon aims to redefine hospitality distribution with AI products like dAirect Connect, which makes hotel websites AI-compatible. Puorto, a top 100 Digital Thought Leader, will guide Takyon's strategy as 40% of travelers now use AI for planning. This shift emphasizes AI readiness over traditional SEO, ensuring hotels remain visible in AI-driven recommendations.
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Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia announces first speakers for 2026 edition

📅 FHS Saudi Arabia, 2026 edition, will occur at Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, from April 20-22. Over 1,100 global hospitality leaders, including CEOs from Al Khozama and Taiba Investments, will attend. The summit, focusing on investment opportunities across Saudi Arabia, will host presentations and panel debates on six tracks. With $1.6 billion in business opportunities and 11 significant announcements last year, the event aims to forge partnerships and shape Saudi Arabia's hospitality future.
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Is your hotel’s most-forgotten amenity actually your best branding tool?

📝 GCSTIMES, a pioneer in sustainable development since 2011, operates five centers in China, US, UAE, France, and Australia, with 14 subsidiaries globally. Serving over 140 countries and supporting 100,000+ hospitality groups, they focus on sustainable solutions, including eco-friendly products like wheat straw–based pens. Their brand portfolio includes GCS, AUROkeys, Xenyra, and Glint Spot, which provide sustainable smart cards and cultural gifts, promoting a thoughtful guest experience bridging work and rest.
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