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Britain's Managed Pub Groups See 1.9% Sales Increase in June, Boosted by Early World Cup Matches

🍻 In June, Britain's managed pub groups saw a 1.9% year-on-year increase in like-for-like sales, marking it their best month of the year, according to the NIQ RSM Hospitality Business Tracker. Pubs were buoyed by early World Cup matches and warm weather, welcoming England and Scotland fans for group-stage games, while other hospitality segments faced growth challenges.

Hospitable CEO Pierre-Camille Hamana Discusses AI-Powered Property Management for Short-Term Rentals on GAIN Momentum Podcast

🏨 Adam Mogelonsky interviews Pierre-Camille Hamana, founder and CEO of Hospitable, on the GAIN Momentum Podcast. Hospitable offers an AI-driven property management platform tailored for short-term rental hosts and managers. It streamlines guest communication, booking, pricing, and operations, enhancing efficiency and boosting revenue. Explore the full episode to discover insights on how hotel tech can benefit from short-term rental innovations. Check it out [here](https://gainmomentum.transistor.fm/episodes/what-hotel-tech-can-learn-from-short-term-rental-tech).

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Travis Kalanick Raises $1.7 Billion Amid Unclear Plans; Sweetgreen's Shares Drop 23.3% Following Health Scare

📈 Travis Kalanick has raised $1.7 billion, with unclear intentions. Sweetgreen experienced a 3.1% decline in foot traffic and a 23.3% drop in shares due to a salad-related diarrhea outbreak. DoorDash introduced a command-line interface for orders, enabling AI-driven agentic commerce. Apple regained its position as the world's most valuable company, emphasizing AI capabilities on its devices. These developments underline shifts in various sectors, from hospitality to technology, during this week.

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Time to Ask the Machine

This post was originally published on this site. Somebody on this island gets up before the sun and asks the machine a question. “The Best Hotel in New York City.”…

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Hotel Communication Network Inc. Enhances Guest Experience and Revenue with AI-Driven In-Room Tablets for Hotels

🏨 Hotel Communication Network Inc.'s CEO, Kevin Bidner, introduces a technology strategy integrating in-room tablets and AI to enhance guest experiences and boost hotel revenue. Guests can conveniently request services like extra towels, explore room service, and discover hotel amenities using the technology. This innovative approach aims to improve guest satisfaction and streamline hotel operations, ultimately contributing to increased profitability.

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Explore Minnesota Generates $25 Billion Economic Impact with 81 Million Visitors and $15 Billion in Spending in 2024

💰 In 2024, Minnesota welcomed 81 million visitors, generating nearly $15 billion in visitor spending. Lauren Bennett McGinty, Executive Director of Explore Minnesota, discussed with Glenn Haussman how the state agency generates $25 billion in economic impact. The interview detailed strategies and insights beneficial to hoteliers.

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Sonesta Expands Portfolio with 22 New Hotel Openings and 28 Franchise Deals in First Half of 2026

🏨 In the first half of 2026, Sonesta International Hotels, the 8th largest US hotel company, expanded its global portfolio with 22 new hotel openings and executed 28 new franchise agreements. This growth was driven by strong domestic openings and a robust pipeline execution. The announcement came from Newton, MA, on July 22, 2026.

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U.S. News & World Report Releases 2026-2027 Best Travel Rewards Programs and New Business Travel Rankings

✈ U.S. News & World Report, a global leader in travel rankings, released the 2026-2027 Best Travel Rewards Programs on July 22, 2026, in Washington. The update includes two new rankings: Best Hotel Brands for Business Travelers and Best U.S. Airlines. These resources assist professionals in making data-driven decisions about business travel, focusing on enhancing the experience through rankings of airlines and hotel brands.

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Anneleise McEvoy Discusses Social Media Strategy and Influencer Engagement for Remington Hospitality on Podcast Episode

📰 Anneleise McEvoy, Social Media Manager at Remington Hospitality, discusses her journey since graduating in 2020 and how she combines her passion for social media and travel in her role. She emphasizes the importance of experiencing properties firsthand before marketing them, ensuring strategies are tailored to unique hotel personalities. McEvoy highlights the evolution of influencer marketing, advocating for partnerships based on engagement rather than follower count. She also discusses balancing professional content with user-generated content for authentic storytelling in social media.

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Moore Kingston Smith Reports UK Fine Dining and Hotels Excel with Higher Output Despite Reduced Labor Hours in June

🍴 Fine dining and hotels in the UK excelled in June by increasing productivity, generating higher revenue with fewer labor hours. This trend raises concerns about workforce wellbeing and service sustainability. The hospitality market showed polarization, with premium and experience-driven segments outperforming, unlike value-led dining and certain pub and bar operators.

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