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Why “Beautiful” Isn’t Enough: Designing Hospitality People Come Back To – Craig Stanghetta, Ste Marie

📖 00:00 - Intro, 02:51 - Growing Up in a Family Hotel, 06:14 - Following Emotion Into a Creative Career, 07:59 - The First Restaurant That Changed Everything, 08:24 - Why Story Matters More Than Style, 09:20 - Designing for Wonder and Escape, 11:24 - Balancing Grit and Beauty, 13:47 - What Theatre Teaches Hospitality, 16:31 - Empathy as a Design Tool, 19:19 - Designing Spaces That Feel Alive, 22:19 - Where to Remove Risk—and Where to Add It, 23:54 - Emotion Is Good Business, 25:39 - Hospitality in an AI-Driven World, 30:09 - Designing from Story and Place, 35:13 - Designing with the Market in Mind, 35:59 - What Being an Owner Changed About His Work, 37:59 - Leading Creative Teams, 44:11 - Social Wellness and the Future of Hospitality.

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A decline in tourism is impacting restaurants

📈 U.S. Travel Association forecasts a decline in international inbound travel, with visits dropping from 72.4 million in 2024 to 67.9 million in 2025, a 6% decrease. Domestic traveler spending is projected at $1.2 trillion for 2025. Las Vegas expects a 5.8% visitor decline. Restaurants rely heavily on travelers; 47% report decreased tourism-related sales in 2025. Fine dining sees 41% sales from visitors. 2026 may see a rebound due to events like the FIFA World Cup.

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Le Clay Selects Shiji as Technology Partner for New Active Lifestyle Hotel in Lavaux

🏨 Berlin, Germany, December 11, 2025 – Le Clay, opening in Lavaux, Switzerland, summer 2026, partners with Shiji for a fully integrated digital experience. The 35-hectare estate includes 105 rooms, 2 restaurants, and wellness facilities. Shiji’s ecosystem offers seamless operations with Daylight PMS, Infrasys POS, and more. Le Clay is the first of four hotels by Seiler Constantin, aiming for an experiential luxury approach with European-based support and cloud architecture. Reservations open late spring 2026.

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What is MCP FOR HOTELS In Simple Terms

📈 AI is reshaping hotel bookings, enabling direct guest interaction via AI assistants for instant room details and bookings. Yet, AI struggles to interface with diverse Property Management Systems (PMS) or Central Reservation Systems (CRS). The Model Context Protocol (MCP) resolves this by acting as a translator, facilitating seamless AI communication with existing hotel systems without storing data. This approach offers a unified interface, simplifying integrations and benefiting hotel groups with multiple brands and systems.

OTA Size Comparison

The global OTA landscape is far larger and more uneven than most of the industry conversation suggests. At 10 Minutes Hotel, we have been conducting an extensive research project mapping…

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Global Hotel Supply 2024/2025

🏨 Globally, hotel supply varies. In 2024, the US has around 60,000 hotels and 5.7 million rooms, with 70% chain-affiliated. Europe has 200,000 hotels and 6.5 million rooms, mostly independent. China leads with 320,000 hotels and 16.5 million rooms, though only 40% are in chains. Asia Pacific and the Middle East, particularly Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt, are experiencing rapid growth, with the latter's construction pipelines exceeding 160,000 rooms. The global hotel market anticipates a 5% CAGR towards 2030.

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Shiji Named Finalist for 2025 AWS Industry Partner of the Year

💻 Shiji was named a finalist for the 2025 Geography and Global AWS Partner Award, specifically in the "Industry Partner of the Year – Travel and Hospitality" category, on December 2, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Shiji's recognition emphasizes its innovative use of AWS services to enhance hotel operational efficiency and guest experiences. Globally, Shiji supports over 91,000 hotels with its cloud-based technology. The awards are reviewed by Canalys, focusing on customer success. Shiji employs over 5,000 worldwide.

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2026 Trends: Inside the Human Centric Hotel – What Travelers Want and How to Adapt

🛅 Hotel trends in 2026 showcase a shift toward AI-integrated, personalized guest experiences with 63% of travelers willing to pay extra for specific room features. The rise of "Whycation" sees 77% enjoying grocery shopping abroad. Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) supersedes traditional SEO, while coffee culture dominates with a 54% rise in tour bookings. 76% seek skill-based travel, and the food industry trends toward authentic, functional options. Over three-quarters of marketers favor micro-influencers over celebrities for impact.

Conrad Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Germany With the Opening of Conrad Hamburg

🏨 Hilton launches Conrad Hamburg on November 28, 2025, marking the brand’s debut in Germany. Situated in the historic Levantehaus in Hamburg, the hotel offers 283 rooms, including 29 suites and 28 studios. It features a 1,000-square-metre spa with Hamburg's longest indoor pool, and a Latin American restaurant, GRETA OTO, seating 158 guests. Event spaces include a 228-square-metre venue for up to 220 guests. Located on Kunstmeile, it’s close to major city landmarks.

Historic Gunter Hotel Opens Following $57 Million Transformation

🏨 November 28, 2025, San Antonio, Texas—The iconic Gunter Hotel reopens after a $57 million renovation. Part of Marriott Bonvoy's Tribute Portfolio, the hotel features 311 guest rooms, 30 suites, and 14 ADA rooms. New amenities include a recording studio, a 900+ album vinyl library, a rooftop pool, and 20,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. Dining options include Jots, Keystone Club, Bar 414, and Paris Baguette. The first phase of the reimagined Gunter Hotel is now open, with a full opening expected later this year.

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