Miscellaneous - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 55

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New HR in Travel networking group plans events

📅 HR in Travel launched by Best Workplaces in Travel, founded by Gail Kenny, on July 7. The group targets HR professionals in the travel industry. Key founders include Jo Harley, Nicky Lyle, Leah Spence, Claire Steiner, Rebecca Thornley-Gibson, Danny Waine, and Victoria Wilson. The first meeting occurs on September 4 at Grant Thornton offices, London. It offers a membership directory and a confidential platform to share best practices, aiming to elevate HR's role in the industry's growth.

Travelers want to book vacations with loyalty points

💳 Jul 9, 2025, Expedia: 82% of travelers express interest in using non-travel loyalty points for vacations; 43% are extremely interested. Credit card companies and retailers can capitalize by partnering with travel brands. Customization and affordability are priorities for 57%, with 50% favoring discounted packages. Pop culture inspires 32% of travelers; Amex's partnerships highlight this trend. 83% of cardholders prefer redeeming points on travel over cash back, urging issuers to create attractive travel packages amidst inflation concerns.

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Travel Industry: An Overview of One of the Largest Service Industries

🛫 According to Statista, the travel and tourism market is expected to reach $1,063 billion by 2028. The global hotel and accommodation sector is projected to hit $1,453.44 billion by 2031. Virgin Galactic aims to offer commercial space flights soon. The travel industry includes sectors like transportation, accommodation, food and beverage, entertainment, and related services. Financial services, travel agents, and online travel agencies also play significant roles in supporting travelers' needs.

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Oysters grow in popularity, hitting on multiple trends

🦬 In June, Selune, an oyster bar, opened in Brooklyn, featuring Utah Beach oysters. Oyster mentions on menus rose by 11.9% last year. Chef Aaron Juvera, Texas' first certified oyster master, highlights oysters' environmental benefits, filtering up to 50 gallons of water daily. Texas oysters take 18-36 months to mature. Boston restaurants offer $1 oysters as a happy hour alternative. In 2023, the Oyster Master Guild launched a certification program, expanding oyster expertise.

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It’s Not Just About The Room: Curating Experience-First Itineraries for Affluent Guests

🏨 In today's luxury hotel market, mere amenities aren't enough. Hotels need to curate bespoke experiences to captivate high-net-worth travelers. This includes personalized itineraries featuring private winery tours, exclusive museum access, and intimate dining with local chefs. Offering these unique stories enhances guest loyalty and engagement. Even four-star brands are adopting this approach, as millennials and Gen Z seek meaningful, authentic experiences. The key? Genuine, thoughtfully designed elements that surprise and engage guests.

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(12) Post | LinkedIn

📈 LinkedIn offers a seamless registration and login experience with options for personalized security verification. The platform supports multiple social join options and integration features like Google GSI and Time Stone, enhancing user accessibility. Log in via https://www.linkedin.com to access personalized professional networking tools. For business page creation, LinkedIn provides guidance through a dedicated help section. Already a member? Sign in to stay connected with your network.

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From Mayfair to Marrakech: Battuta by Yannick Alléno Pops Up This Summer

🍴 Chef Yannick Alléno, with 17 Michelin stars, introduces Battuta at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane, Mayfair, from July 1 to September 30, 2025. Inspired by explorer Ibn Battuta, the menu features Middle Eastern, Asian, and North African flavors. Highlights include grilled meats, seafood, samosas, and kadaifi dessert. Open noon to midnight daily, the pop-up is a culinary journey celebrating sustainability and cultural fusion. Bookings via OpenTable.

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DropWorks is Back Where it all Began with Summer Menu Listing

🍷 DropWorks, a British rum distillery, launched in 2023, debuted its Clear Drop Rum in Mildreds and mallow restaurants across seven London locations. In 2025, they introduced a Coconut Daiquiri cocktail at mallow, featuring Clear Drop Rum, falernum, coconut, pandan, and citrus. Founder Lewis Hayes, with 20 years in the industry, praised the partnership. Based in Sherwood Forest, DropWorks is expanding across the UK, including Manchester and Liverpool, and aims to enhance the British rum industry.

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LooksMapping

📍 Millions of Google Maps restaurant reviews were analyzed using an AI model that rates reviewers' profile pictures on a scale of 1 to 10. The data was visualized on a map indicating the attractiveness of each restaurant's clientele, with red representing higher attractiveness and blue representing lower. This flawed and biased model underscores our tendency to judge locations by the perceived attractiveness of their patrons, reflecting societal vanity through simplified numerical evaluations.

HOF 2025: ” The Group had to evolve because our customers asked us to change “

🏖 Belambra, originally VVF, began in 1959 focusing on holiday clubs for the emerging middle class. The brand officially emerged in 2008. In 2021, following a challenging period, the company initiated a transformation due to customer demands. Starting March 2021, management directly engaged with 20 customers to understand satisfaction metrics, learning more from satisfied patrons. The process highlighted crucial insights for improving customer experience.

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