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Newport Hospitality Group Expands Midwest Presence with Dual-Branded Hilton Hotel

🏨 Newport Hospitality Group expands its portfolio with Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites in Columbus Easton, Ohio, adding 240 rooms—144 at Hilton and 96 at Homewood. Located near Easton Town Center, these hotels offer over 6,000 sq ft of meeting space, aligning with Newport's growth strategy. Opened in December 2021, the properties are owned by Har and Rani Bhatnagar and enhance Newport's Hilton-managed hotels to 14, focusing on year-round demand in Columbus.
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A practical guide to guest journey automation for small hotels and B&Bs

💻 Guest journey automation for independent hotels optimizes pre-stay, in-stay, and post-stay phases to save time and enhance guest experience by reducing repetitive tasks. Pre-stay automation focuses on setting expectations and reducing emails. In-stay automation supports real-time guest needs discreetly. Post-stay automation gathers feedback and encourages repeat bookings. Lighthouse, used by over 70,000 hotels in 185 countries, offers integrated solutions for seamless guest experience and operational efficiency.
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Bleisure Travel: When Work Trips Start Feeling Like a Getaway

🛠️ In 2024, bleisure travel surged by 25%, with TravelPerk projecting over 500% growth by 2033. This trend is transforming business trips into leisure experiences through multi-functional spaces and flexible booking options. Hotels are increasingly integrating local culture and personalized services, catering to travelers seeking both productivity and relaxation. Since 2011, GCSTIMES has led sustainable development in hospitality, operating in 140+ countries with centers in China, the US, UAE, France, and Australia.
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The 2026 Hotel Operations Index: Progress, Pressure, and the Path Forward

💻 2026, hospitality industry. Who? Hotel owners, operators. What? Tech investment with slow operational impact. How? Fragmented data, manual workarounds. Key stats: 52% see slow progress; only 11% have full tech integration; 91% use manual reporting; 15% confident in data accuracy; 27% use over 7 platforms; 27% spend 11+ hours on data reconciliation. AI: 25% ready, 40% not. Needs: Stronger data foundations for AI benefits.
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Madrid prepares for its most anticipated debut: Nômade Temple Madrid Opens Spring 2026

🏨 Opening in March 2026, Nômade Temple Madrid marks Nômade's first European venture. Located on Gran Vía, it features 93 rooms, including two penthouses. The Main Restaurant seats 112 guests, while the rooftop bar offers city views. The GÖN House of Healing spa includes a hammam and cryotherapy. The Monopol space spans 300 sqm for cultural events. Designed as both a sanctuary and social hub, it merges luxury with cultural immersion.
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Investment Program and Market Trends Are on the Agenda at the High-level 2026 Executive Vendor Summit, From HFTP and Hospitality Upgrade

📑 Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) and Hospitality Upgrade plan the Executive Vendor Summit (EVS) at Hilton Fort Worth. This event, aimed at C-level executives in hospitality tech, includes networking, roundtable discussions on mergers, market trends, and cloud technology. Mike Sung and Michael Goldrich will speak on Web3 and AI's impact on hospitality, respectively. The summit concludes with a CIO panel. HFTP, founded in 1952, supports the hospitality industry globally.
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