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Heatwave in Hospitality: How Restaurants and Hotels Can Turn Soaring Temperatures into Smart Business Moves
When the thermometer rises, the challenges for restaurants and hotels multiply. Heatwaves in Europe, now a regular part of summer, are reshaping consumer behavior and placing pressure on hospitality businesses. Yet, these challenges also offer opportunities to innovate, adapt,…
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Market Trends
Solving the Hospitality Labour Shortage – How Inclusive Recruitment Could Shape the Industry’s Future
From bustling hotels in New York to family-run restaurants in France and beach resorts in Asia, the hospitality industry is united by a shared dilemma: a persistent labour shortage that shows no signs of easing. Kitchens stand half-staffed, front-of-house teams rotate endlessly,…
Do Hospitality Seals Still Matter?
From organic certifications to hotel star ratings, seals and labels are a familiar sight in the hospitality industry. They promise…
Unlocking the Profit Potential of Special Days and Monthly Celebrations
In today’s competitive hospitality market, many hotels and restaurants still rely on traditional holiday promotions, but these occasions,…
The Rise of Urban Food Festivals: How Hospitality Can Tap Into the New Experience Economy
In a hospitality landscape shaped by changing consumer expectations, traditional dining is no longer enough to capture the attention of…
Turn Your Hotel into an Adventure Destination for Families
Are you considering taking over a hotel or guesthouse and looking to attract new guests? One of the fastest-growing travel trends is family…
When Food Becomes the Reason to Travel
In today’s world of travel, food is no longer just one part of the experience — for many, it has become the reason to travel. The rapid…
The Rise if Winery Hospitality Experiences
For decades, visiting a winery followed a familiar pattern: a simple tasting at the counter, a short tour through the cellars, perhaps a…
From Traditional Inn to Signature Brand: How Small Restaurants Become Big Ideas
Across Europe and beyond, an important trend is reshaping local hospitality markets: more and more traditional inns, taverns, and small…
From Passion to Business: Why More Non-Hoteliers Are Opening Boutique Hotels
In recent years, a quiet but powerful trend has reshaped the hospitality market: an increasing number of individuals from outside the hotel…
How Storytelling Concepts Are Transforming Experiential Hospitality
In today’s highly competitive hospitality landscape, offering comfortable rooms and quality dining is no longer enough. The most memorable…
How Culinary Experiences Are Creating New Opportunities in Hospitality
In modern hospitality, the meal is no longer the end point — it is the beginning of a deeper guest experience. Increasingly, travelers seek…
How the Buffet Is Being Reimagined in Modern Hospitality
For decades, buffets have been a mainstay of hotel dining — offering convenience, variety, and a sense of abundance. Yet over time, many…
How Immersive Dining Is Reshaping the Future of Luxury Hospitality
For decades, fine dining was defined by ingredients, technique, and impeccable service. Today, however, the expectations of discerning…
How Cultural Concepts Are Transforming Modern Hospitality
Hospitality has always been about more than food or accommodation. It is about the memories people take with them, the stories they share…
How Hotels Are Turning Grilling Into a Full Hospitality Experience
For many years, hotel barbecues followed a simple formula: grilled sausages, a few salads, and predictable sauces. But today’s guests…
The New Face of Adults-Only Hospitality
For many years, adults-only hotels were largely defined by what they excluded: children. The promise of peaceful pools, tranquil dining…
Trending Reads
Do Hospitality Seals Still Matter?
From organic certifications to hotel star ratings, seals and labels are a familiar sight in the hospitality industry. They promise transparency, quality, and credibility. But how relevant are they in day-to-day business? Do guests truly notice them? And what role can they play…
Your Place on the Map – How to Properly Set Up (or Fix) Your Restaurant on Google Maps
Why Google Maps matters more than you think If guests can't find your location, they won’t visit. And if they see outdated or incorrect information, it damages trust before they ever walk through the door. A clear, optimized Google Maps listing is critical for restaurants,…
From Passion to Business: Why More Non-Hoteliers Are Opening Boutique Hotels
In recent years, a quiet but powerful trend has reshaped the hospitality market: an increasing number of individuals from outside the hotel…
How Organic Farming Is Shaping the Future of Hospitality
In recent years, the hospitality industry has undergone a quiet but meaningful transformation. While comfort, design, and service remain…
Are Time-Limited Reservations a Necessary Evolution — or an Unpleasant Rush?
Picture this: you are seated in a welcoming restaurant, savoring a well-prepared meal, enjoying good company, and absorbing the warm…
Why the Rainy Season Might Be the Perfect Time to Sell Your Hotel or Restaurant in Asia
The rainy season in Asia is often viewed as a time to slow down. But for sellers in the hospitality industry, it can be the ideal window of…
Reviving the Culinary Tradition: The Power of Banana Leaves in Sustainable Gastronomy
Reviving the Culinary Tradition: The Power of Banana Leaves in Sustainable Gastronomy In today’s culinary landscape, sustainability and…
Editor's Pick
The Solo Diner Dilemma – Balancing Revenue and Guest Experience in Modern Hospitality
In the evolving world of hospitality, solo dining is no longer a rare exception. As solo travel becomes increasingly popular — whether for business, leisure, or personal exploration — more guests are booking tables for one. Yet many restaurants still hesitate to accept…
Small Hotel, Big Experience: Creative Touches That Turn Stays into Stories
In an era where luxury hotels pour Evian into bathtubs and offer pet acupuncture, it might seem like small guesthouses and boutique stays can’t compete. But the truth is: you don’t need a multi-million-dollar budget to leave a lasting impression. You just need soul, story, and a…
Madame Pompadour on Tour – Where Costumes, Culture, and Cuisine Meet in Hospitality
In today's hospitality landscape, travelers are seeking more than a place to stay or eat — they want immersive, story-driven experiences…
Branding & Marketing
Building a Strong Brand in Hospitality: Practical Strategies for Hotels and Restaurants
In today’s competitive hospitality market, a strong brand is not just an advantage — it is essential. Yet true branding goes far beyond logos and color palettes. It is about crafting an identity that resonates emotionally with guests, tells a meaningful story, and delivers a…
Hospitality Abroad
Why Familiar Food Concepts Often Fail Abroad
Why Familiar Food Concepts Often Fail Abroad And how hospitality founders can spot real opportunities instead of clichés For many aspiring hospitality entrepreneurs, moving abroad sparks a dream: opening a pizzeria, a kebab stand, or a casual diner that feels like home. After…
Start & Grow
Reviving History: Why Transformed Buildings Are Reshaping the Hospitality Landscape
From former monasteries to water towers and prisons—across the globe, old structures are being given a second life as hotels. This movement isn’t just a design trend; it’s a sustainable, strategic response to changing traveler expectations and the need for memorable experiences.…
Containerhotels: Flexible Hospitality Concepts for Founders, Not Just Developers
An innovative model for entrepreneurs who want to start small – and think big Do you really need to buy a building to run a hotel? Or is…