Automatic - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 142

Hyatt Centric Santo Domingo Opens in the Dominican Republic

🏨 Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) opened Hyatt Centric Santo Domingo on December 20, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois, the first of its brand in the Caribbean. Located in Santo Domingo's Ensanche Piantini neighborhood, the hotel offers proximity to the Colonial Zone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Luis Emilio Gomez Garcia, the General Manager, highlights the property as a gateway to local culture and historic landmarks. The hotel features 130 guestrooms and suites with a design inspired by Dominican artist Thimo Pimentel, including 55" HDTVs and complimentary Wi-Fi. Four dining venues are on-site, along with 12,976 square feet of event space for up to 358 people, an 11th-floor terrace, rooftop pool, and 24-hour fitness center. It joins over 60 Hyatt Centric hotels worldwide.

Hyatt Set to Expand Brand Presence in Nepal With Hyatt Regency Lumbini

🏠 USA, Chicago, Illinois-based Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) on December 20, 2024, disclosed a management agreement with Veda Hospitality Private Limited for Hyatt Regency Lumbini in Nepal. The fourth Hyatt branded hotel in Nepal will open by 2028 near UNESCO World Heritage site Lumbini—birthplace of Lord Buddha—and Gautam Buddha International Airport. The hotel spans 11 acres with 175 rooms, dining options, event spaces, and amenities like a fitness center, spa, and pool. Hyatt's portfolio includes 52 properties in India and Southwest Asia.

Enjoy Group Appoints Frederic Cappello as General Manager at El Mangroove, Autograph Collection in Costa Rica

📌 Costa Rica, Nicoya Peninsula, December 20, 2024: Enjoy Group appoints Frederic Cappello as General Manager of El Mangroove, Autograph Collection with 121 suites. Previously, Cappello managed El Silencio Lodge & Spa, overseeing 26 suites/villas, and served at Nayara Springs and Spa & Gardens. With over 20 years in luxury hospitality, he held positions including Food and Beverage Director at Hyatt Andaz, Hotel La Samanna, and Lux Belle Mare. A Vatel Hotel Management School graduate, Cappello is trilingual in French, Spanish, and English.

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Engine Launches New Features to Boost Hotel Occupancy Year-Round and Help Hotels Win More Group Bookings

💾 Hostaway, a vacation rental software company, secured a $365 million investment led by General Atlantic with PSG Equity participation. Founded in 2015, the company serves properties in over 90 countries with over 230 employees from 44 countries. Hostaway's marketplace includes over 200 partners. The investment, the largest in its segment to date, aims to fund international expansion, product development, and AI initiatives. The short-term rental sector is a $133 billion market, growing at 12% CAGR, serving over 21 million properties globally. Hostaway is also expanding in France, Italy, and Spain.

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How Premier Inn Boosted Search Success Rates and Bookings with Shiji Solutions

🏨 Premier Inn, the UK's largest hotel brand with over 850 locations, formed a strategic partnership with Shiji two years ago and completed its first connection via Shiji Distribution Solutions in June 2022. Since then, it has connected to 18 channels and was the first to use Shiji's Content Hub for over 900 properties. Introduction of a new Central Reservation System this year led to a Search Success Rate (SSR) increase of 16.23% month-over-month and a 25.91% increase from the previous average. The booking performance also soared, with a 153% year-over-year production growth and a 177% increase in bookings for the last quarter.

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Sustainable Hospitality Starts with Smarter Energy Solutions

🏕 A Booking.com study involving 33,000 travelers reveals 75% desire sustainable travel within the next year, prioritizing green hotels to lessen carbon footprints. VRF heat pump solutions offer higher efficiency and lower emissions compared to conventional HVAC systems, adjusting energy use based on occupancy. Hotel Marcel in New Haven, Conn., exemplifies energy innovation as the first U.S. Passive House-certified zero-emission hotel, with 165 rooms powered by 100% renewable electricity and over 1,000 solar panels.

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Five Tourism Trends that Will Shape the Future of the Industry

🏖️ In 2024, global tourism is predicted to reach over 1.5 billion international arrivals with revenues exceeding $2 trillion, as per UNWTO. AI-driven sustainability is key, with 74% of travelers aiming to reduce their environmental impact. Over half invest in vacations for personal well-being, and 'bleisure' travel merges business with leisure, supported by remote work flexibility. Nearly 2 out of 3 travelers prefer live experiences. Les Roches launched a BSc in Sports Business Management and a Diploma in Cruise Line Management, gearing up for industry demands.

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The Impact of Digital Signage in Hotels

🏨 Nearly 65% of hotel guests feel digital signage solutions enhance their stay, prompting hoteliers to consider updating these technologies. Digital signage, equipped with various sizes and features, ensures consistent staff service and entertains guests. Optimal placement for staff communication includes areas where employees convene. For guests, large dVLED displays in lobbies or restaurants provide information and ambiance, elevating the experience and potentially increasing revenue by keeping guests on-site.

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Making the Case for IT Investment: Insights from Industry Leaders

💻 When pitching IT projects, Tudgay and Li emphasize understanding the audience; owners care about different aspects like innovation, security, or profitability. Li's approach at JC Resorts, learned from a 20-year tenure, stresses instilling confidence by demonstrating immediate tech improvements, like upgrading to Outlook. Previously, the company had zero tolerance for wasting money on technology, but Li's success led to significant trust and million-dollar IT project budgets. Presenting ROI and thorough preparation are crucial to secure leadership and operations buy-in before budget meetings.

The Evolving Role of AI in Employee Scheduling, Retention

📈 Legion’s 2024 State of the Hourly Workforce Report highlights scheduling flexibility as a top factor for employee retention. Restaurant labor costs are rising, emphasizing the value of experienced staff. Managers cite lack of schedule flexibility as the biggest challenge in retaining employees, following pay. Hourly workers consider schedule flexibility one of the top three valued aspects of their job. AI in scheduling helps address the complexity of logistics, compliance, and varying business needs, with over 29% of managers feeling unsupported and 53% lacking time for enjoyable job aspects. 🍽️

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