Automatic - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 96

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Ascott Launches Holistic Disability Inclusion Playbook For Accommodation Sector, Setting New Hospitality Benchmark

📚 Ascott Limited launched a Disability Inclusion Playbook in Singapore, supported by SG Enable, World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, and Valuable 500. By 2026, Ascott will report on hiring persons with disabilities and host community programs. By 2027, all frontline staff will complete disability awareness training. By 2028, digital platforms will meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards. The playbook, reviewed by 20 experts, provides practical steps for inclusive hospitality. An assistive amenities toolkit will be piloted in Singapore properties.

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Google Agentic Commerce This changes everything. Not today. But really soon. This stuff is the future of Google. Its probably good news for some and really bad news for many others. One of the… | Christian Watts

💻 In spring 2025, Google introduced an AI-driven feature called Agentic Commerce, now widely available, enhancing search with agentic capabilities. This AI mode, using Google's Gemini, performs deep, real-time searches across 351 sites, such as Yelp and OpenTable, for restaurant reservations in San Francisco. Though still in testing, it aims for seamless, in-window bookings, potentially changing travel discovery by reducing intermediary reliance. Google may monetize through transaction fees and promotional listings.

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A New Era of Coastal Grandeur: The Algonquin Resort Embarks on Landmark Transformation

🏖️ In 2023, The Algonquin Resort in St. Andrews by-the-Sea, New Brunswick is undergoing a multi-million dollar transformation led by GM Cole Sheridan. Set to complete by mid-2027, the project revitalizes its 233 guestrooms and introduces Usva by-the-Sea spa, opening in Spring 2026. With a history since 1889, the resort spans over 220 acres, featuring a top-rated golf course. The redesign by mackaywong fuses heritage with modern elegance, enhancing the resort's year-round appeal.

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MGM Grand Completes $300 Million Room and Suite Remodel, Welcoming New Era for Iconic Las Vegas Resort

🏨 MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas unveils 3,969 remodeled rooms and suites after a $300 million transformation. Completed by Gensler, the redesign incorporates disco-era influences and modern conveniences like Smart TVs and USB charging stations. The hotel now offers 753 suites, with upgraded layouts for privacy and functionality. New attractions include NETFLIX BITES dining, Palm Tree Beach Club, The FRIENDS™ Experience, and the FREQNCY residency by Jabbawockeez. Morimoto restaurant's redesign is set to debut in late November.

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Sommet Education & Tanmeya Capital: Saudi-Swiss Partnership Launched to Build National Talent and Educational Ecosystem in Tourism, Hospitality, and Culinary Arts

🏕️ RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, 2025: A pivotal Saudi-Swiss alliance was forged at the TOURISE 2025 Summit, supported by Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb. This 25-year agreement involves Tanmeya Capital and Sommet Education, backed by a SAR600 million fund (€140 million) to bolster Saudi hospitality talent and infrastructure. A new Jeddah campus is in talks with Wadi Jeddah Company. This collaboration aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, aiming to elevate tourism and service industry skills.

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Topnotch Resort Announces Major Expansion with 27 Luxury Residences and Comprehensive Resort Enhancement

🏖 Topnotch Resort, Vermont, plans to expand with 27 luxury residences starting in 2026, integrating features like 1,000-2,400 sq ft units and amenities such as a 60-foot pool and a top-ten U.S. tennis academy. The $500 million project will create 500 construction jobs and 28-34 permanent roles, boosting Stowe's economy. Managed by AWH Partners and Spire Hospitality, with design by VOCON and RH, the resort remains open during phased construction.

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Pullman Hotels & Resorts Unveils a New Era

🏨 Pullman Hotels & Resorts, part of Accor, unveiled a global brand transformation on November 13-14, 2025, in Dubai. The Pullman xChange event, developed with the House of Beautiful Business, featured notable speakers like Abdulaziz AlJaziri and Hannah Critchlow. The brand plans to exceed 200 hotels within five years, expanding across Europe, Asia, and South America. With over 150 hotels in 40+ countries, Pullman's new initiatives include the Pullman Portal and Unexpected Pairings bar ritual for 2026.

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Eastwind Hotel + Bar Heralds a New Era with Expansion of Mountain House, Introducing New Guestrooms and Debut of New Restaurant Concept, Dandies

🏆 Eastwind Hotels relaunches its flagship property, Eastwind Hotel + Bar, in Windham, NY, unveiling the Mountain House with 12 new guestrooms. This expansion brings the total to 32 rooms. Dandies, a new culinary venture, offers seasonal barbecue classics and craft beverages, open Thursday-Friday (12 p.m. - 9 p.m.) and Saturday-Sunday (8 a.m. - 9 p.m.). Designed with a Scandinavian aesthetic, the space includes a biergarten with communal tables. Visit [eastwindhotels.com](http://www.eastwindhotels.com) for more details.

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Saddlebrook Resort Debuts $92 Million Renovation, Introducing a New Era of Elevated Leisure and Premium Athletic Experiences

🏖️ Saddlebrook Resort, located in Wesley Chapel, Florida, unveiled a $92 million renovation in 2024. Spanning 480 acres, the resort enhancements include new guest rooms and suites, a redesigned golf course by Rees Jones, and a new poolside experience. Dining options include RARE 1981 and BREW. The resort offers 41 tennis courts and eight pickleball courts. Additionally, a 13-acre driving range will open in December 2024, complementing upgraded meeting spaces totaling over 200,000 square feet.

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AIO Impact on Google CTR: September 2025 Update

📈 In 2025, Google's AI Overviews (AIOs) dramatically impacted search click-through rates (CTR). Organic CTR decreased from 2.74% in June 2024 to 1.62% by September 2025, a 41% drop. Paid CTRs showed a 68% decline for AIO queries, from 19.70% to 6.34%. Being cited in AIOs improved performance: organic clicks rose by 35%, paid clicks by 91%. Google’s AI Overviews are reshaping search behaviors significantly as we move into 2026.

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