Automatic - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 144

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Shiji Hits Major Milestone with 400th Hyatt Infrasys POS and Full Digital F&B Ecosystem Install

💻 Shiji achieved its 400th installation of Infrasys POS at Hyatt Regency Greenville, SC, marking a milestone since 2019. The technology, which includes Stellaris Digital Dine and Infrasys POS Move, enhances the guest experience by enabling real-time order management and mobility for staff. Shiji serves over 91,000 hotels globally, ensuring seamless operations with its cloud-based solutions. With more than 5,000 employees, Shiji stands as a technology leader in the hospitality industry.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts to bring its premium brand, voco to Lucknow, India

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts, collaborating with Rajdeep Infra & Sales Pvt Ltd, will launch voco Lucknow in Q3 2029. Located in Ashiyana, Lucknow, this 135-key hotel benefits from proximity to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport. As IHG’s third hotel in Lucknow, it joins the existing Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza. IHG operates 51 hotels across six brands in India and plans to expand to over 400 hotels within the next five years, showcasing strategic growth in urban centers.

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UN Tourism launches road map towards the International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism 2027

🌍 UN Tourism, in Madrid, is gearing up for the International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism in 2027. With 166 countries, 6 territories, and over 500 affiliates backing it, their new Road Map emphasizes tourism's transformative potential. The Committee on Tourism and Sustainability, a subsidiary of the Executive Council, will guide the initiative, focusing on climate action and development agendas. This initiative is a response to the United Nations General Assembly's mandate.

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Marriott Bonvoy Recognized as the World’s Leading Hotel Loyalty Program by The Points Guy

💼 Marriott Bonvoy, recognized as the Best Hotel Loyalty Program by The Points Guy in Bethesda, Md., excels with the Best New All-Inclusive Points Hotel, W Punta Cana. Founded in 2018, the awards highlight travel excellence. Marriott's portfolio includes 9,100 properties across 142 countries. In 2025, it expanded with citizenM and the Outdoor Collection, offering unique experiences like Michelin-starred journeys. The Points Guy, a travel media leader, reaches 11 million monthly visitors.

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Trip.com Group’s 2026 Lunar New Year Forecast: Longer Journeys and Premium Travel Gain Momentum in the Year of the Horse

🗺️ Travellers during the Lunar New Year 2026 are booking longer trips with a 40% increase in cross-border stays of seven nights or more and a 50% rise in long-haul bookings. Destinations like Norway and Australia see booking spikes of over 200% and 100% respectively. First-class flights are up by 83%, and five-star hotel stays increase by 59%. Major Asian cities such as Seoul and Ho Chi Minh City report booking growths exceeding 70%.

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Influence Society and Consulate General of France to Host SOCIETIES in New York. A Curated Symposium for Hospitality Leaders

📅 Paris, February 2, 2026. Influence Society's SOCIETIES event will occur on February 19, 2026, at the Consulate General of France in New York. This invitation-only symposium, under Consul General Cédrik Fouriscot, spans 3:00-6:00 p.m., featuring keynotes and panels on AI in luxury hospitality. Speakers include Sébastien Félix (Influence Society), Abe Salam (EPIC Revenue Consultants), and Alex Pensyl (Curacity). Registration is mandatory, and attendance is limited.

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LIME Resort Bohol, a member of Radisson Individuals Premier, debuts as the first Radisson Individuals Premier in Southeast Asia Pacific

🌴 Radisson Hotel Group introduces LIME Resort Bohol on Panglao Island, Philippines, featuring 85 loft-style villas, three restaurants, and three lagoon-style pools. Villas offer private balconies or terraces, with premium amenities. Dining includes Filipino and Southeast Asian cuisine at Larder, with cocktails at Bar Paloma. Sustainability efforts include solar panels, LED lighting, and a Green Housekeeping Program. Nearby attractions are Hinagdanan Cave and Chocolate Hills. Future plans include wellness facilities and event spaces.

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Trading Places

💵 Late September 2009, a Canadian regional controller, David Lund, considered a job trade with his friend, the regional controller in another city, to relocate to the U.S. for his family. By early November, Lund attended a crucial budget review in the U.S. to secure the job. Despite the challenging meeting with three asset managers, including a skeptical lead, his experience and negotiation skills won the position in San Francisco.

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Workflow Automation, Decoded: RobosizeME to Host Educational Webinar for Hotel Groups

🤖 Prague, 2 February 2026: RobosizeME announces a no-sales-pitch webinar for hotel executives on 23 February 2026 at 1:00 PM GMT. The session targets operational inefficiencies in multi-property hotel groups, which can lead to up to 576 working hours lost monthly. RobosizeME's automation has saved over 200,000 hours annually for 5,000 clients. The webinar will offer practical solutions, expert insights, and a live Q&A to improve workflow consistency and efficiency.

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Samanea Opens Cambodia’s First Luxury Wellness Resort in Cardamom Mountains

🏖 Samanea Group opened Samanea Wellness Resort in Cambodia's Cardamom Mountains, spanning 40 hectares. The resort features 32 villas focusing on wellness, nutrition, and sustainability. Cambodia has seen 6.7 million international visitors, with Pursat Province emerging as a travel hotspot. The resort operates 30% on solar energy and offers activities like jungle trekking. Facilities include a fitness house, ozone pool, and organic farm, promoting a farm-to-table philosophy. Guests contribute 1% to CSR projects.

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