The Budgeting Blind Spots Hotels Can’t Afford in 2026
Many hotel budgets fail before they're even approved—not because the math is wrong, but because the thinking is outdated. Every year, many budgets collapse under the weight of assumptions. For 2026, the question shouldn't be how much you will spend, but how fast you can adapt. It's time to expose the blind spots that quietly cost hotels their edge. In this article, you’ll learn how to identify and fix budgeting blind spots for 2026. 5
Hotel Robots: An Overview of Different Robots Used in Hotels
Hotel robots represent some of the most effective forms of hospitality technology, and their presence will help ensure superior guest satisfaction. As a growing number of properties are employing these autonomous "smart" services, it only stands to reason that we examine these robots in greater detail. What benefits can your property expect to enjoy? Table of Contents: What are Robots? Why are Hotel Robots Becoming More Popular? Examples of Robots Being Used in Hotels Examples
Revenue Management Trends: Latest Developments of 2026
A significant part of getting the most out of a hotel revenue management strategy involves keeping up with the latest revenue management trends and implementing associated strategies while investing in relevant technology. In this article, you can learn all about the latest revenue management developments in 2026 to stay ahead of the game. Table of Contents: Understanding the Basics of Revenue Management Keep Up to Date With the Latest Revenue Management Trends 24 Revenue Management
Discover The Latest Housekeeping Trends for 2026
It is important for hotels to keep up with the latest housekeeping trends, as these will influence customer expectations. Furthermore, many of these trends have emerged because they provide ways to manage a housekeeping team effectively, boost efficiency, and improve guest satisfaction. In this article, you can read about the most significant trends to follow to optimize your hotel's operations and keep guests happy in 2026. Table of Contents: What Is the Hotel Industry? What
What Would Your Ideal Revenue Management AI Agent Do?
Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel If you could design just one AI Agent to support your revenue management projects and workflows, without any restrictions or limitations, what would it do and why? (Question by Michael J. Goldrich.) Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Ric van Holthe tot Echten - Founder & Managing Partner, Revenue Guru Massimiliano Terzulli - International Business Developer, Franco Grasso Revenue Team Dermot Herlihy - Group Revenue Director, Orascoma Hotels Management Tawana Muratu - Group Revenue Manager, Cresta Hotels Pablo Torres - Hotel Consultant Piergiorgio Schirru - Executive
How Boutique Hotels Can Compete With Major Chains Using Niche Advertising
Big chain hotels might have big wallets, but boutique and independent hotels have agility and creativity. They have the freedom to easily pivot their marketing strategies, and they are able to build unique, more engaging stories that are harder to tell at scale. They focus on attracting a profitable segment of customers and are exceptionally good at wowing their guests. In this article, you'll learn how boutique hotels can use niche advertising, local value, and
How Can Hotels Align Pricing with Value and Market Position?
Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel What analysis should hotels use to evaluate pricing relative to perceived value and that of competitors? How might this influence their market positioning strategy? (Question by Mariska van Heemskerk) Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Mariska van Heemskerk - Owner, Revenue Management Works Massimiliano Terzulli - Revenue Management Consultant, Franco Grasso Revenue Team Tanya Hadwick - Group Revenue & Yield Leader,
Strategic Logistics Management for the Denver Hospitality Market
A visitor's weekend involves multiple hospitality touchpoints: hotel check-in, conference attendance, group dining, entertainment, and departure coordination. Each transition creates potential friction or an opportunity for excellence. The difference? Strategic logistics management that connects these experiences into one cohesive journey. Denver's hospitality market has evolved beyond isolated operations. Hotels, event
How Los Angeles Hotels Are Redefining Executive Transportation
Guest experience does not begin at check-in or end at checkout. For executive travelers, mobility is part of the stay, shaping how smoothly business trips unfold and how hotels are remembered afterward. In cities like Los Angeles, where distance, traffic, and timing add friction, transportation plays an outsized role in
Defining Premier Hospitality Standards for High-End New York Travelers
A luxury traveler lands at JFK after an overnight flight. The hotel room will be beautiful. The reservations are confirmed. The city is waiting. Yet in New York, the stay is often judged long before the guest reaches the lobby. In one of the world’s most demanding urban environments, premier