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The Importance of Social Media Marketing for Hotels

Hotels can use social platforms for inexpensive yet effective marketing by running optimized ad campaigns, posting authentic content highlighting features and amenities, hosting contests and giveaways, and sharing user&generated posts plus branded stories and visuals that get travelers’ attention.  Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]

Comp Sets Decoded: The Key to Smarter Hotel Benchmarking

In the dynamic world of hospitality, where every decision influences the bottom line, comp sets—or competitor sets—play a pivotal role in benchmarking and profit intelligence. The right comp set doesn’t just offer data; it delivers context, enabling hotel operators to make informed decisions that optimize operations and boost profitability. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]

Avion Hospitality Awarded Management of Newly Rebranded Hotel Savoy Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, Missouri—Avion Hospitality, a nationally recognized hotel management company, today announced the company has been awarded management of the newly rebranded Hotel Savoy Kansas City, Tapestry Collection Hotel by Hilton. The former 21c Kansas City underwent a transformation to become part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection, a curated portfolio of unique and distinctive hotels known for … [Read more...]

Keswick Hall Inducted Into Historic Hotels Of America

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia—Keswick Hall in Charlottesville, Virginia, is pleased to announce it has been inducted into Historic Hotels of America®, the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation for recognizing, celebrating, and promoting the finest historic hotels in the United States.  Keswick Hall is one of more than 300 hotels and resorts throughout the country … [Read more...]

Smart payroll practices for hoteliers

By Amy Glorioso As 2025 begins, hoteliers are met with a renewed sense of hope, opportunity and a refreshed mindset. It’s the perfect time for hotel and hospitality owners to set financial, operational and service goals that align with their vision for the months and year ahead. Entering the new year with a robust strategy is essential. One of the foundational steps to ensuring a prosperous year … [Read more...]

How Alaska’s beauty, China’s renewables and Biden’s caution could save the climate from Trump

Trump might not be able to cut as much “red tape” as he has said he will. With the inauguration now upon us, President-elect Donald Trump has said he wants to waste no time in undoing the environmental “red tape” of the previous administration. That includes stripping out environmental protections, putting a stop to clean energy projects, rolling back Biden’s landmark climate law - the … [Read more...]

These are the most critical health crises facing the world in 2025

Humanitarian disasters are breeding both short-term and long-term health problems around the world, global health officials said. The year 2025 started on a bleak note with 42 health emergencies affecting 305 million people worldwide, according to global health authorities.The world's top health crises are born from humanitarian disasters including wars, political instability and displacement, … [Read more...]

James Cameron shares updates about third Avatar film – 'Avatar: Fire and Ash'

It's coming to your screens in December. It's going to be long. And it's going to be surprising, according to the Oscar-winning director. Be warned, film fans – and plan your toilet breaks well in advance - because James Cameron has revealed that the third part of his Avatar saga, Avatar: Fire and Ash, is going to be another punishingly long ride.  It comes out in December and is supposed … [Read more...]

Optimism amongst Trump supporters as thousands gather ahead of inauguration

On the eve of the swearing-in ceremony, thousands of Trump supporters stood in line despite the freezing weather to attend a 'Make America Great Again' rally. Donald J. Trump, 78, returns to the White House on Monday as the 47th US president after an inauguration ceremony set to take place in the US capital Washington, DC.On the eve of the swearing-in ceremony, thousands of Trump supporters … [Read more...]

What is Davos and why is it important? Your guide to the World Economic Forum’s annual summit

The World Economic Forum has held a meeting every year since it was founded in 1971. But why is Davos, as it is commonly known, so significant? At any other time of the year, Davos is unremarkable other than being a popular ski resort high in the Swiss Alps.But for a week in January, it becomes the focus of the world’s attention as the global elites converge on the small alpine town for the … [Read more...]

European car makers could see rocky 2025 amid changing regulations

Several challenges, such as changing emissions laws, as well as cost pressures could continue to erode car manufacturers' profit margins this year, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. The European car industry could be poised for a challenging year, despite a surge in electric vehicle (EV) sales expected this year. Car companies are also likely to launch a number of … [Read more...]

Invisible engravings, ethical diamonds: the technology that tracks stones from mine to market

International laws prohibit the trade of diamonds from countries in conflict, but for now, it is impossible to be certain of the origin of the precious stones. A Polish laboratory has found the solution. Could the diamond in your engagement ring come from a country in conflict, like Russia? Not legally, and there is now a technology developed by a European project in Poland that could prevent … [Read more...]

Kimpton makes big bet on Mexico

Central location Kimpton Monterrey will be located in the new-build mixed-use Torre Rise, set to be the tallest tower in Latin America. The Torre Rise complex will include a sky deck, performance centre, elevated park, luxury retail and more. Slated to open in 2026, the 120-key hotel is owned by Grupo Alora and operated by Marca Hotel Solutions.  In addition to the 120 guest suites, … [Read more...]

Hidden royal treasures discovered underneath Vilnius Cathedral

Long-lost crowns, rings, and sceptres dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries have resurfaced in the crypt of Lithuania’s most famous cathedral. In a discovery that has stunned historians, a trove of royal artefacts has been uncovered in the crypts beneath Vilnius Cathedral in Lithuania. Hidden since the outbreak of World War II, these treasures – belonging to Medieval European rulers – … [Read more...]

All eyes on Washington for Trump inauguration

In Washington DC at noon today (6pm in Brussels), Donald John Trump will take the oath of office for a second go at the presidency of the United States, in what is a remarkable political comeback. Danald Trump, the famously unpredictable former property developer and reality television personality will return to power today having refused to recognise his defeat to Joe Biden in the 2020 … [Read more...]