Hospitality Hacks: How Hotels Are Using Tech to Boost Bookings In 2025, hospitality isn’t just about luxurious sheets and warm welcomes — it’s about smart systems, seamless experiences, and strategic technology that drive results. Hotels worldwide are embracing cutting-edge innovations not only to enhance guest experiences but to boost bookings, maximize revenue, and stay competitive … Read more
From Crisis to Comeback: How War Zones Are Rebuilding Their Hotel Sector In the aftermath of conflict, hotel industries in war-torn regions often serve as key indicators of renewal—symbolizing both economic recovery and social resilience. From Ukraine’s rapidly expanding hotel infrastructure to the reawakening of historic properties in Lebanon, Israel, and Iraq, hospitality is becoming … Read more
🌆 Nobu Hotel Toronto (Canada) Opening: June 1, 2025 (whowhatwear.com, blog.akbartravels.com) Why it matters: Occupying floors 41–45 of a mixed-use tower, Nobu Toronto brings luxe urban design, Japanese deep-soaking wood tubs, a fitness-forward wellness program, exclusive lounge access, and in-room dining with signature Nobu cuisine. (travelweek.ca) 🏰 Orient Express La Minerva (Rome, Italy) Opening: Spring … Read more
Hotel Industry Recovery: Q2 2025 Financial Reports Explained As the global hospitality industry enters a new chapter of post-pandemic stability, Q2 2025 financial reports from major hotel chains and independent operators offer a clear message: the hotel industry is not only recovering — it’s transforming. With international travel rebounding, corporate bookings returning, and consumer spending … Read more
Boutique Boom: Why Small Hotels Are Outshining Big Brands For decades, big hotel chains ruled the hospitality world. Think marble lobbies, loyalty points, and room service menus that looked the same from New York to Tokyo. But over the past few years, something fascinating has happened: the rise of boutique hotels. These small, design-forward, independently … Read more
AI in Hotels: Will Robots Replace the Front Desk? From sci-fi movies to real-world hospitality, the question “Will robots replace the front desk?” is no longer hypothetical. With artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics now transforming hotel operations around the globe, the front desk is evolving — and fast. Guests are already checking in via facial … Read more
Behind the Lobby: Exclusive Interview with a Leading Hotel CEO The hospitality industry is transforming faster than ever, with technology, sustainability, and changing traveler expectations reshaping how hotels operate and deliver value. But what happens behind the scenes? What vision drives the decisions that shape our hotel stays? In this exclusive feature, we go behind … Read more
What Travelers Want: Survey Reveals 2025 Hotel Preferences The hospitality industry is evolving fast, and the key to staying ahead is understanding exactly what travelers want. A recent international travel survey conducted in early 2025 has revealed insightful trends and preferences that are reshaping hotel experiences worldwide. From smart room features to eco-conscious values and … Read more
Eco-Friendly Hospitality: The Rise of Sustainable Hotel Practices As climate change and environmental awareness rise to the top of global concerns, the hospitality industry is undergoing a major transformation. Sustainability is no longer just a trend — it’s becoming a core value of modern hotel operations. In 2025 and beyond, eco-friendly hospitality is reshaping the … Read more
Hotel Giants on the Move: Major Chains Expanding into Asia-Pacific The global hospitality industry is undergoing a powerful shift, and all eyes are on the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. With booming economies, rising middle-class populations, and growing demand for domestic and international tourism, major hotel chains are aggressively expanding into Asia-Pacific markets in 2025 and beyond. … Read more