Automatic - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 33

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Labor and Employment Roundup: What to Expect in 2026

🤝 California, 2026: Employers face significant labor law updates including expanded paid leave, AI regulations, and strengthened pay equity. AB 858 mandates rehiring of displaced workers; SB 303 requires bias mitigation training. From January 1, 2026, AB 692 bans “quit fees.” SB 553 enforces workplace violence prevention plans. December 18, 2025: Senate confirms James Murphy and Scott Mayer to the NLRB, restoring quorum. October 1, 2025: AI anti-discrimination rules effective under FEHA. Compliance is critical as local ordinances grow.

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American Hotel & Lodging Association Joins the U.S. Food Waste Pact

💸 AHLA joins the U.S. Food Waste Pact, aiming to reduce food waste by utilizing the "Target, Measure, Act" framework. In the U.S., 29% of food is wasted, with lodging contributing 10%. AHLA's 2017 Hotel Kitchen program, in partnership with WWF, reduced waste by up to 38% in 12 weeks. AHLA becomes the 30th Pact member alongside retailers like Walmart and restaurants like Starbucks. The goal is to divert food from landfills, increasing sustainability and supporting communities.

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Hyatt Place Busan Yeonsan Opens in South Korea

📍 Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the grand opening of Hyatt Place Busan Yeonsan, the first Hyatt Place in Yeonsan, Busan, South Korea. This addition brings the total to six Hyatt Place properties in South Korea. The hotel offers 160 guestrooms with city views, smart TVs, and high-speed Wi-Fi. The Placery dining space offers a diverse menu. The design by RMSJ features modern Korean aesthetics. Conveniently located near Yeonsan Station, it offers easy access to Busan's business districts.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Kintele to Anchor Major Conference Hub in Republic of Congo

🏨 Hilton signs DoubleTree by Hilton Kintele in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, enhancing Central Africa presence. Opening in 2026, the hotel will offer 200 rooms, fitness center, spa, and river-view dining. Integrated with West Africa's largest conference center (75,000 sqm), it accommodates 1,500 guests. Signed with SEDIC, it joins 700+ DoubleTree hotels globally. Other African additions include Angola, Ethiopia, and Morocco. Hilton commits to Congo's event infrastructure, offering signature hospitality and warm welcomes.

DoubleTree by Hilton Lomé Airport to Mark Hilton’s Debut in Togo

📍 Hilton will debut in Togo with the DoubleTree by Hilton Lomé Airport, located opposite Lomé International Airport. The hotel will feature 165 rooms, a signature restaurant, an outdoor pool, and conference facilities. This project aligns with Hilton's strategy to expand in West Africa. It joins Hilton's extensive network of over 700 hotels in 61 countries and adds to its African portfolio, which includes new signings in Angola, Ethiopia, and Morocco.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Marrakech La Palmeraie to Join Hilton’s Growing Lifestyle Footprint in Morocco

🏨 Hilton expands in Morocco with DoubleTree by Hilton Marrakech La Palmeraie, set to open in 2028 in Marrakech's Palmeraie district. The resort will feature 228 rooms, gardens, dining options, wellness facilities, and event spaces near the historic medina. This signing adds to Hilton's 16-hotel pipeline in Morocco, including Waldorf Astoria Rabat Salé and Hampton by Hilton Ben Guerir, as DoubleTree continues its growth across Africa with new locations in Angola and Ethiopia.

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AI in Travel: Building an AI-Integrated Guest Experience Across Travel Sectors

🗺 Travelers today face decision fatigue, with 68% using up to 10 websites to plan a trip. AI is revolutionizing travel by personalizing itineraries instantly, as shown by 97% wanting a travel superapp. AI-driven platforms like Booking.com are using AI to simplify bookings, while 66% of travelers find current tools unsatisfactory. AI also addresses labor shortages, with 30% of traditional customer service jobs disappearing, and optimizes revenues, boosting Hilton's by 5-8% through dynamic pricing.

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Nobu Manchester Breaks Ground as Robert De Niro Visits Manchester with Salboy

🏗️ Robert De Niro, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, and Meir Teper, founders of Nobu Hospitality, attended the groundbreaking ceremony for Nobu Manchester alongside Salboy co-founders. Scheduled for completion in 2031, the 246-meter tower will feature a Nobu restaurant, a 160-room hotel, and 452 Branded Residences. The development regenerates a 40,500 sq ft brownfield site in Manchester, incorporating original Victorian viaduct arches. Sales for Nobu Residences Manchester are expected to launch in 2026.

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Cheers to 25 Years of Gratitude and Growth

🎉 Lodging Interactive celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2025. Founded by DJ Vallauri in 2001, the agency serves the hospitality industry worldwide, offering digital marketing and innovative services like GuestCONNECT. Over four years, $6,000 was donated through their Annual Christmas Tree Contest. The agency emphasizes people over technology, highlighting long-term relationships with clients. They have won awards such as the HSMAI Adrian Award, reflecting their impact and success in the industry.

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HVS Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin – Week Ending 19 December 2025

🏠 Trinity Investments, Partners Group, and another investor acquired The Hoxton in Barcelona, Spain, featuring 240 rooms. Leonardo Hotels acquired four IntercityHotels in Germany, totaling 638 rooms, and will renovate them by Q2 2026. A&O Hostels bought Schulz Hotels, aligning with a €500 million growth strategy. NHG acquired Hotel Riviera in Moss, Norway, for NOK 550 million. Art-Invest Real Estate purchased 25hours Hotel Vienna. Björn Ulvaeus acquired Best Western Plus Västerviks in Sweden.

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