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Stay up-to-date on the hospitality industry, technology trends, and IDS Next products by exploring the latest news and articles written by our industry experts.
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Stay up-to-date on the hospitality industry, technology trends, and IDS Next products by exploring the latest news and articles written by our industry experts.
How can hospitality respond to the rise of wellness travel among men?
The recent years marked a significant change in the world of wellness travel. Not long ago, themes of mental wellbeing and self-love were predominantly associated with female audiences, but today, personal care has broken free from gender...
Taking hospitality to new heights: What awaits the industry as flying cars become a reality?
Imagine flying cars whisking hotel guests to their desired destinations; a notion that feels exactly like something out of superhero fiction. Yet, the days of this being reality seem not far away. Only a few months ago, Japanese automaker Suzuki...
Service beyond the boundaries: The opportunities in hospitality from the Cricket World Cup and more
It is no secret that local and international events, such as the Men’s Cricket World Cup, have always been a focus of hospitality and tourism. Something as beloved as cricket tourism presents a golden opportunity for Indian hospitality services to...
How can hotels be ready for newly emerging traveller types?
We are almost near the end of another year, and tourism is showing promising levels of growth. International tourism is well on its way to returning to pre-pandemic levels, with twice as many people travelling during the first quarter of 2023 than...
Overcoming overtourism: Responsibility and accountability among industry stakeholders
News of European countries taking measures to manage overtourism is hitting online channels, making many in the hospitality industry wonder what it means for them. Overtourism is the increase in tourist numbers at such high volumes that it...
In the heart of the sprawling savannahs:
Is technology viable for wilderness lodges?
Located in the Southwest of the Kenyan border is one of Africa's most famous and essential wilderness areas, the Masai Mara. It is renowned for hosting a large fauna diversity, including the Great Migration, which secured it as one of the Seven...
Virtual reality in hospitality: A new dimension of luxury
Immersive technologies such as virtual reality (VR) are becoming more popular by the day, redefining the entertainment industry with innovations like never before. Spatial computing, Metaverse and other new virtual adventures may have been more...
Top services that guarantee ancillary revenue in the hospitality industry
The topic of ancillary revenue has been widespread ever since the onset of the pandemic, which significantly altered the cause of hospitality. Businesses have entered a new age, experimenting with new income sources and expanding their revenue...
Journeying with an aim: How is purposeful travel changing hospitality?
It is no secret that the hospitality industry has undergone many changes over the last few years. Simultaneously, the global health crisis and economic challenges made consumers undergo certain behaviour changes. These consumer changes, responsible...
Impulsive Buying in the F&B Industry: A new opportunity for restaurants?
Have you ever had the sudden desire to purchase something without planning to do so? This is a behaviour that many consumers are familiar with. While this nature of impulse purchasing is not a new behaviour among consumers, in the recent years,...
How did gamification become a successful strategy for travel and tourism sectors
Travel and tourism are becoming two of the most loved hobbies of the new generations. The love for diverse cultures and experiences and the need to escape the monotony of the 9 to 5 hustle drives this passion. In fact, 78% of millennials choose to...
What everyone needs to know about underwater hospitality
The down is the new up in tourism. Tourists are looking for views other than the city overviews or the mountains overlooking the clouds. Hotels and restaurants built underwater are promising that novelty. Travel and tourism are becoming an...
Deus ex machina: Role of AI in solving contemporary challenges in the hospitality
As the hospitality industry started recovering and reforming post-2021, artificial intelligence (AI) became an unpassable opportunity. The advancement in computer technology made artificial intelligence more reliable, solidifying its presence in...
Behind the front desk: How can hospitality businesses improve employee welfare?
Satisfied employees are the secret to the success of any businesses. Maintaining employee happiness and welfare is vital in an industry built around treating customers with excellent customer service. A workforce that is driven by passion helps...
The popularisation of aparthotels in modern hospitality
The forces of the hospitality industry have long been captivated by futuristic concepts, often inspired by movies. Far-fetched ideas are now becoming a reality, keeping up with modern demands, thanks to the advancements in smart hospitality. This...
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