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Duetto announces global summit for hospitality leaders on profitability and revenue performance

📅 April 16, 2026, at Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort in Florida, Duetto will host its inaugural global summit, PERFORM. This event targets hotel industry leaders and technology partners, focusing on revenue and profit strategies. Attendees can expect workshops, networking, and insights into Duetto's product innovations. Duetto, serving 7,200+ hotels, is noted for its AI-driven revenue management system, recognized as the top RMS by HotelTechAwards from 2022 to 2025. Early bird tickets are available at duettoperform.com.
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AI Hotel Review Response Platform Rebyū Anticipates Cornell University Research on Iterative Prompting and Sampling

💻 Cornell University's research, "Reasoning with Sampling," supports Rebyū's AI hotel review platform's design, emphasizing iterative prompting over model scale for superior reasoning. Rebyū uses a four-step process involving 497-word structured prompts, enhancing personalization and brand alignment. This contrasts with competitors' static templates. Rebyū's method outperforms in personalization and engagement metrics without relying on superior LLM access, validating its approach as a strategic differentiator in AI application.
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Hyatt Announces Extended Suspension of Operations for Jamaica Resorts Following Hurricane Melissa

💨 Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that due to Hurricane Melissa's impact in October, its Jamaican properties will remain closed until November 1, 2026. Affected hotels include Breathless Montego Bay, Dreams Rose Hall, and Hyatt Zilara. Guests can rebook at other Inclusive Collection resorts or cancel without penalty. Hyatt is committed to Jamaica's recovery and renovation efforts, assisting guests through their Global Care Center. As of June 30, 2024, Hyatt's portfolio included over 1,350 hotels globally.
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MMGY Research: Latin American Travelers Are Leading a New Era of Digitally Driven, Safety-First International Travel

📈 Latin America, 2026: 3,774 travelers surveyed in Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, and Peru. Brazilians and Mexicans plan over 2.5 trips, spending up to $5,522 annually. Safety is crucial, with 35% of Brazilians prioritizing it. Digital and AI tools influence planning, especially in Brazil and Colombia. Sustainability appeals to 68% of Brazilians. Social media reshapes planning, with Mexicans favoring premium flying. Early booking common, dining decisions often last-minute in Argentina (51%). Market-specific strategies are essential.
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Less New York, more Nashville: Europeans head to smaller US cities

🗺 European tourists, nearly a year into Donald Trump's tenure, are favoring affordable U.S. destinations like Tennessee, Montana, and Idaho over New York and Washington, D.C. Tourism from Western Europe to the U.S. dropped 3.5% from January to October. Travelers canceled visits amid Trump's trade war escalation and critical views on Europe. Smaller cities benefit from increased airline flights and the search for classic Americana experiences.
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AI terms for hoteliers: MCP, GEO, agentic AI, and LLMs explained

📈 ChatGPT, now with 800 million weekly users, is reshaping travel planning. The shift involves AI terms like MCP, GEO, and Agentic AI, crucial for direct hotel bookings, bypassing OTAs with their 15-20% commission. Understanding these terms, hotels can leverage AI for real-time data, accurate rate displays, and seamless AI integration. As AI channels like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini evolve, hotels must adapt to maintain competitive advantage and maximize revenue potential.
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Radisson Individuals Welcomes New Bath Hotel & Spa to UK Portfolio

🏨 New Bath Hotel & Spa, a Radisson Individuals member, opens in Matlock Bath, offering 54 rooms blending heritage and modern luxury. The historic site features a 1930s outdoor lido, naturally heated by mineral springs. Guests enjoy an ESPA treatment menu with a hot tub, sauna, and steam room. The Fountain Restaurant serves local dishes. The hotel accommodates events with spaces for up to 150 people and is located near attractions, just 30 minutes from Derby.
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Game-changing metrics: How Super Bowl LX will shape San Francisco’s hotel market

🏈 Super Bowl LX, on 8 February, will take place at Levi’s Stadium, San Francisco Bay Area. In 2016, San Francisco's hotels saw a 30% RevPAR increase, ADR of $244.36, and 81% occupancy. The 2026 forecast predicts a 37% rise in ADR to $293.69, with RevPAR at $192.81. October year-to-date stats show occupancy up 4.9%, ADR up 5.9%, and RevPAR up 11.3%. San Francisco’s hotel supply is 20% larger than New Orleans, affecting demand concentration.
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Luxury with soul: Jordi Caralt on redefining hospitality through emotion and purpose

🏨 Jordi Caralt Coloma, Corporate General Manager of Hidden Hotels, emphasizes the evolution of luxury hospitality towards emotional and authentic experiences over material excess. With over 30 years of industry experience, Jordi advocates for leadership that inspires through authenticity and empathy. Hidden Hotels, with properties like Gran Hotel Inglés and Posada Terra Santa, prioritize personalization and sustainability. The future of luxury hospitality will focus on emotion, sustainability, and meaningful connections, becoming "emotional sanctuaries" that prioritize people and the planet.
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