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Birmingham Hotels Secure 62.5% More Room Nights During European Athletics Championships Week Compared to Last Year

🏨 Birmingham hotels saw a 62.5% rise in room nights during the European Athletics Championships from August 10-16, compared to last year. This increase is linked to more bookings and longer stays, with the average length of stay increasing from 1.38 to 1.67 nights. The event has significantly boosted hotel activity in the area.

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The revised Tipping Code of Practice is on hold. The risks aren’t.

This post was originally published on this site.The Government’s decision to pause the draft revised Code of Practice on tipping has been welcomed by some hospitality operators. Proposed changes that…

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UK services sector returns to growth

This post was originally published on this site.The UK’s services sector, which includes hospitality, finance and transportation, returned to growth last month, according to a survey by S&P Global. The…

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China's Hotel Construction Pipeline Reaches 3,588 Projects with 632,256 Rooms, Reports Lodging Econometrics Q2 2026 Data

🏨 As of August 5, 2025, the Q2 2026 China Construction Pipeline Trend Report by Lodging Econometrics reveals that China’s hotel construction pipeline includes 3,588 projects with 632,256 rooms. Under-construction projects total 2,547 projects with 442,737 rooms.

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Kim Wootteon of Kampgrounds of America Discusses AI and Technology's Role in Outdoor Hospitality at TMG Trailblazers.

🏕️ Kampgrounds of America (KOA), founded in 1962 in Billings, Montana, leads the outdoor hospitality sector with over 500 locations in the US and Canada. In 2022, KOA launched a commercial strategy team focusing on AI and tech to enhance guest experiences. In 2025, adult camping participation, especially among boomers, reached an eight-year high, with 25% of new campers being boomers. Wi-Fi is essential for 47% of campers, illustrating the balance between nature and technology.

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Lifestyle Hospitality Developer Expands in Charlotte with New 295-Room Luxury Hotel Featuring Spa and Wellness Pool Deck

🏨 Lifestyle Hospitality Developer is expanding in Charlotte's South End with a new luxury property featuring 295 rooms. The development will include a full spa and introduce a unique wellness pool deck, marking a first for the area. This expansion aims to enhance the local hospitality scene by offering premium amenities and accommodations, catering to both visitors and residents seeking upscale experiences.

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My Place Hotels Opens First Florida Property in Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda, Expanding Upper-Midscale Extended-Stay Presence

🏨 August 4, 2026, Aberdeen, SD – My Place Hotels of America opens its first Florida location in the Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda area, a key connection between Fort Myers and Tampa. As an upper-midscale extended-stay brand and the largest affiliated company of The Rivett Organization, this expansion marks a significant milestone in broadening their U.S. presence.

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Travel Diaries Evolves into AI Platform, Gaining Over 100,000 Users and Offering Rich Customer Insights

🗺️ Veerle Witte, founder of Travel Diaries, discusses on the Everything AI in Travel Podcast how her app evolved into an AI-powered platform with over 100,000 users. The app extracts marketing insights, customer feedback, and user-generated content from travel journals, enhancing traditional surveys. Using AI, it analyzes customer stories, turning them into SEO articles and social media content. This offers a valuable data asset for travel companies aiming to leverage authentic user content in AI search.

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Hoteliers Adopting Advanced PMS Technology to Navigate Rising Costs and Guest Expectations Through 2026

💻 Hoteliers face rising costs and uncertainty through 2026, striving for efficiency while meeting guest expectations. Many turn to technology, particularly Property Management Systems (PMS), to enhance operations. Selecting the right PMS is crucial, potentially transforming hotel performance. Sarah Cade, director at Rezcontrol, emphasizes this strategic choice.

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AI Technologies Like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot Are Already Transforming Business Speed and Competitiveness

💻 ChatGPT, Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot are revolutionizing business dynamics through AI, as reported by Alessandra Leoni. At HOSPA's Manchester event, Matt Bell, Managing Director of Mollies, emphasized AI's current integration in tools, challenging the notion of it being a future concept.

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