Miscellaneous - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 106

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SKY-HIGH SIPS: THE 10 BEST ROOFTOP BARS IN PARIS RIGHT NOW

🌇 Laho in Paris offers stunning sunset views above Gare de Lyon, with DJs on weekends. TOO TacTac, in the 13th arrondissement, provides panoramic views, including the Eiffel Tower. Khayma Bar at Generator Paris features cocktails starting at €13.00 with views of Sacré-Cœur. La Bellevilloise offers natural wines starting at €39.00 per bottle. Popular rooftops include Mademoiselle Mouche for Eiffel Tower snaps and Mama Shelter Paris East for brunch. Le Toit de la Tour and Le Bar à Bulles provide romantic and cultural experiences, respectively.

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Jet2 reaffirms late booking trend as annual…

✈️ Jet2’s pre-tax profits increased by 12% to £593 million for the year ending March, with passenger numbers rising by 12% to 19.77 million. Annual revenue grew by 15% to £7.17 billion. The company expanded operations at Bournemouth and Luton airports, adding a fifth aircraft in Liverpool. Jet2 plans for a summer capacity of 18.6 million seats, 8% higher than last year. Seven new Airbus A321neos were added, and 132 more are expected by 2035.

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New on the Menu: Crab tostada and sweet-and-savory caviar service

🍴 Bret Thorn, Senior Food & Beverage Editor for Nation’s Restaurant News since 1999, specializes in food trends. Formerly, he was a New York Sun columnist (2005-2008) and Asia Times sub-editor (1995-1997). A Tufts University history graduate, he studied at Le Cordon Bleu and in China. Thorn won the 2006 Jesse H. Neal Award and served as IFEC president in 2005. He contributed to Oxford's food encyclopedias in 2012 and 2015. Thorn resides in Brooklyn, N.Y.

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More tourists and fewer seasonal workers: The great summer paradox

🏖 The French tourism industry faces a severe shortage of seasonal workers, with 63,000 positions unfilled in 2025 according to the Minister Delegate for Tourism. This issue affects hospitality sectors like restaurants and accommodation, which constitute 35% and 26% of seasonal jobs, respectively. Major tourist regions, including Occitania, report recruitment difficulties, exacerbated by a 40,000-worker shortfall in 2024. This challenge impacts various accommodations, including campsites, highlighting a persistent national workforce issue.

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The Art of Turning Curiosity into Brand Equity: Lessons from Ace Hotel to Vacation & Beyond – Ryan Bukstein

📍 Ryan worked with Ace Hotel for over 15 years until the pandemic hit, particularly highlighting the opening of Ace Hotel Kyoto during that time. Due to COVID-19, event programming, a major revenue driver, became untenable. Ryan transitioned to consulting and joined Vacation Inc., a sunscreen brand emphasizing fun. Ace Hotel's past collaborations, including with Converse, were based on relationships and curiosity. Pool Suite FM, an online radio since 2014, played a part in building Vacation's brand equity.

Virgin Atlantic becomes first UK airline to…

🚀 Virgin Atlantic will introduce free streaming-quality Wi-Fi on Boeing 787s, Airbus A350s, and A330neos by late 2026, fully installed by 2027. As the first UK airline to offer this, it capitalizes on Starlink's advanced satellite constellation for high-speed, low-latency global internet. Flying Club members enjoy free access across the fleet. The service supports multiple devices, enabling seamless connectivity for entertainment, work, and communication. Chief Experience Officer Siobhan Fitzpatrick emphasizes innovative, enhanced onboard experiences.

IndiGo Ventures makes first investment

🛩 IndiGo Ventures closed its initial fund at $52 million, targeting early-stage startups for pre-Series A, Series A, and Series B investments. Approved by the Securities and Exchange Board of India in October 2024, the fund seeks innovations in aviation, sustainability, and digital solutions. IndiGo's expertise aims to foster new product development. The venture made its first investment in Jeh Aerospace, specializing in aerospace and defense manufacturing.

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Cole’s French Dip to close in Los Angeles Aug. 2

🍴 Cole's French Dip, a Los Angeles staple since 1908, will close on August 2, 2025, after 117 years. Owner Cedd Moses cites the COVID-19 pandemic, 2023 writers’ and actors’ strikes, and rising costs as reasons. Moses's Pouring With Heart also closed the Varnish in 2024. Cole’s, known for its French Dip Sandwich, faced competition from Philippe the Original. In 2008, Moses's 213 Nightlife restored Cole's for $1.6 million. Moses continues to operate other nightlife venues in downtown LA.

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Chef Badara Gueye at Purple Summer’s Château de Candi

🍳 Badara Gueye, a 40-year-old chef and painter from Senegal, marks nearly five years at Château de Candie in the French Alps. Starting as a dishwasher in Dakar, his persistence led him to roles in esteemed restaurants and advanced training in France. La Cantine de Candie attracts visitors with its locally sourced, seasonally evolving menu. A standout dish, veal rump with blackcurrant and beetroot jus, highlights his culinary artistry. His evocative paintings enhance the ambiance, drawing international attention.

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The evolution of digital payments and fintech in India

💸 In the mid-2010s, nearly half of India's population lacked bank accounts or official IDs, keeping cash dominant. By 2024, less than 4% of adults had credit cards, and debit cards were mainly ATM tools. Mobile wallets like Paytm and FreeCharge gained traction, offering cashless convenience and QR code payments, but operated as isolated systems. Despite digital growth, India's need for open, interoperable payment channels remains evident.

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