Sky McLean on Succeeding in Modern Hospitality
In this week’s episode of Hotel Moment, Sky McLean, CEO and owner of Basecamp Resorts, joins Revinate CMO Karen Stephens to tell her founder’s story with advice for fellow hoteliers and entrepreneurs to change their mindset on what it takes to compete in the modern hospitality industry. Sky highlights passion and innovation as the leading […]
The Centennial at The Mayflower Hotel means every hotelier is a historian
Images by The Mayflower Hotel The hallmarks of hospitality are great service, comfortable lodgings, delectable cuisine, fancy spas and a sense of place. But look a little deeper and you’ll see that what distinguishes the very best hotels in the world is the irreplaceable role that they’ve played in stewarding the community and often in […]
Auberge Resorts Collection appoints EVP global operations
Reading Time: 2 minutes Worldwide: Luxury hotel, resort and residence brand Auberge has appointed Mohamed Elbanna as executive vice president of global operations. With a career spanning more than two decades, Elbanna joins Auberge Resorts Collection from Fort Partners US, where he served as chief operating officer for the brand’s Hospitality arm. Prior to this, […]
Why Sustainability is the Future of Hospitality
Every year, hotels worldwide generate an estimated 289,700 tons of waste. Meanwhile, the annual carbon footprint of the hospitality industry as a whole is estimated at 3% of total global carbon emissions. These numbers highlight an urgent need for change across the board. Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22, serves as a global call […]
Ideal Key Control Solutions for Any Hotel Property, Large or Small
Photo Credit: Getty Images for Canva Hotel operations staff strive to keep guests happy with prompt check-ins, good customer service, and clean and comfortable rooms. Small hotels and motels address basic needs for travelers and offer a fair price for those not seeking luxury. Larger hotels and resorts cater to travelers seeking luxury, white-glove service, […]
Cendyn Promotes Yakesh Arora to Chief Technology Officer
Yakesh Arora – Image Credit Cendyn Arora to spearhead technological advancements, innovation, and growth Cendyn, a global integrated hotel technology and services company, announced today it has promoted Yakesh Arora from senior vice president of global engineering to chief technology officer (CTO). Arora is an entrepreneurial CTO with a track record in developing cutting-edge, scalable […]
Celebrating Women's Leadership: Insights from the female leaders at GCommerce Solutions
One of our favorite months every year, Women’s History Month, gives us a chance to pause and consider all the amazing contributions women make throughout the world, especially here, every day at GCommerce. This year, we’ve interviewed the current female leadership team members to get their real-life journeys and advice for other women navigating their […]
Hyde Hotels to Open First Indonesian Property in 2026
Ennismore’s Hyde Hotels will make its Indonesian debut with the signing of Hyde Suites Seminyak Bali, slated to open in 2026 as the brand’s first hotel in Asia. Located in tropical gardens with views of the Indian Ocean, Hyde Suites Seminyak Bali will feature a beach club, rooftop dining, and suites with private balconies. The […]
Ritz-Carlton Dubai doubles mobile ordering volume and revenue with IRIS
Images by IRIS IRIS, a global market leader in digital F&B, guest directory and concierge solutions for hotels, is delighted to announce that investment in its mobile ordering capabilities and e-compendium has delivered unprecedented results for the Ritz-Carlton Dubai in the last 12 months. Since partnering with IRIS, the team has seen 106% growth in […]
6 AI Agents Reshaping Hotel Operations
Hoteliers are under mounting pressure to modernize operations and exceed increasingly sophisticated guest demands. As smartphones, voice assistants, and AI-powered platforms become routine in daily life, guests expect their hotel experience to reflect the same level of immediacy, personalization, and convenience. The 2025 State of Hotel Guest Tech Report, based on a global survey of […]