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UNWTO Launches Global Guidelines to Reopen Tourism
the Global Tourism Crisis Committee | May 28, 2020
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has released a set of guidelines to help tourism sector emerge stronger and more sustainably from COVID-19. The guidelines highlight the need to act decisively, to restore confidence and, as UNWTO strengthens its partnership with Google, to embrace innovation and the digital transformation of global tourism. The guidelines were produced in consultation with the Global Tourism Crisis Committee and aim to support governments and private sector to recover from an unparalleled crisis. Depending on when travel restrictions are lifted, the United Nations specialized agency warns that international tourist arr
U.S. Hotel Performance—Unsurprisingly—Hits New Lows in April
HotStats | May 28, 2020
The adage “March winds and April showers bring forth May flowers” appropriately captures current U.S. hotel performance, which satisfied the features of the first two months and can only hope May turns up rosier. April’s showers were, indeed, forecasted. COVID-19 tightened its grip around U.S. states and cities where lockdowns were omnipresent, stay-at-home orders abounded and travel was at a near standstill. The result was a month’s worth of grim hotel data. With occupancy rates off 73 percentage points from a year prior, and a steep drop in average room rate, RevPAR fell 95.2% year-over-year to a single-digit number, on a p
COVID-19: Learning Lessons From Holiday Hideaways and Luxury Escapes
EHL Hospitality Insights | May 28, 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to surge around the world, the tourism industry has been sent into a downward spiral. Airlines have cancelled flights, hotels have shut down their services and governments are closing borders and placing their citizens in lockdown. The tourism industry, which accounts for 10% of the world’s GDP, has fallen far and fast. And while countless hospitality & tourism businesses have been forced to close their doors for good, others have never been more sought after – either because they offer exclusive services or have adapted their offering to cater to a more germ-conscious audience. Luxury escapes and r
COVID-19 Recovery in the UK – The Importance of Domestic Demand
Stephen Collins | May 28, 2020
By Stephen Collins Like much of the world, the UK has been hit hard by the coronavirus, with more than 37,000 deaths and 265,000 confirmed cases as of 27 May and the highest number of attributed deaths in Europe (although fewer deaths per capita than Spain, Italy and Belgium). The pandemic has hit all areas of the economy, but the hospitality industry has undoubtedly been and will continue to be one of the worst affected. Fortunately, there is light at the end of the tunnel for the lockdown phase, and the focus of hoteliers is shifting from how to manage the closure to developing a sound reopening strategy. On Sunday, 10 May, Prime Mi
GBTA Study Finds More Than Half of Companies Considering Resuming Travel in Near Future
the Global Business Travel Association | May 28, 2020
Alexandria, VA—There continues to be small signs of optimism in the travel sector according to new research issued today by the Global Business Travel Association. Health and safety measures have always been a cornerstone of travel and are now of significant importance as the industry tries to gain momentum for recovery. “People aren’t going to travel until they feel safe. Our member companies want to see several health and safety steps taken at every stage of the travel process– from ground transportation to airlines, to hotels. As restrictions across the globe begin to lift, small green shoots of optimism are sprouting in the ind
Main Street Hospitality Plans Summer 2020 Opening of Hammetts Hotel in Newport, Rhode Island
Main Street Hospitality Group | May 28, 2020
Newport, RI (May 28, 2020) – Centrally located on America’s Cup at Commercial Wharf, the newly built Hammetts Hotel welcomes travelers to the waterfront of Newport, RI, this summer. The 84-room boutique hotel has a distinctive presence in the heart of downtown Newport, providing guests with a sense of belonging immediately upon arrival and stunning views of the harbor and adjacent Newport Marina. “The spirit of the hotel is a nod to Newport’s historic mercantile wharves in a modern context,” said Sarah Eustis, CEO of Main Street Hospitality. “It is designed to welcome visitors and community with vibrant social spaces and stylis
Florence’s Il Salviatino Appoints Juan Miquel as New General Manager
Il Salviatino | May 28, 2020
Fiesole, Italy - May 2020: Fiesole’s iconic Il Salviatino welcomes General Manager Juan Miquel to lead the 42-room villa hotel as it enters a bright new era in hospitality that celebrates wellness, sustainability, and classic Italian tradition. Juan joins Il Salviatino as the property embarks on a series of fascinating enhancements to its outdoor spaces, including a new spa and pool house within the property’s 12.5 acres of lush private park – a perfectly primed sanctuary nestled in nature. The new additions are due to be completed in time for the villa’s highly anticipated reopening in the spring of 2021, further expanding on I
Key Questions on Employees’ Minds Right Now, Part I/II
James Houran | May 28, 2020
By James Houran, Matt Peterson Many hospitality students and professionals around the world recently participated in AETHOS’ series of development webinars. These sessions offered attendees the opportunity to complete the 20|20 Skills™ assessment to gain a personal SWOT analysis to help them navigate these challenging times of occupational crisis and change. Interestingly, the attendees consistently voiced certain concerns and follow-up questions. We wanted, therefore, to address these issues publicly for the benefit of business owners, leaders, and HR professionals who are eager to understand the issues presently on the minds of th