Hotel Management

JANUARY 5, 2025

The Grand Mercure The Vintage, part of the Accor Vacation Club Apartments, has launched a sophisticated new refurbishment, perfectly timed for Members to enjoy a luxurious summer retreat. This extensive upgrade revitalises every corner of the apartments, from the living areas to the guestrooms. The transformation includes refreshed floor and wall finishes, a complete overhaul of electrical systems and specialist lighting, and the introduction of new artwork throughout.

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STAAH

JANUARY 5, 2025

STAAH, a leading technology company helping hoteliers unlock their full revenue potential, has unveiled its list of distribution channels that brought the highest booking revenue to hotels across India over the past year. GoMMT retains its top spot from last year as the most preferred online booking channel by Indian travellers followed by Agoda and Booking.com.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 5, 2025

Global entertainment powerhouse Cirque du Soleil premiered Auana, its first resident production in Hawaii, to a sold-out audience at the OUTRIGGER Waikk Beachcomber Hotel on December 17. A dazzling homage to Hawaiis heritage and Cirques iconic artistry, the show combines breathtaking acrobatics, multimedia projections, and moolelo (stories) inspired by the islands rich culture.

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STAAH

JANUARY 5, 2025

STAAH, a leading technology company helping hoteliers unlock their full revenue potential, has unveiled its list of distribution channels that brought the highest booking revenue to hotels across the Oceania region, including New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific Islands. STAAH s list of top distribution channels is based on hotel reservations that have passed through its channel manager network of 500+ integrations across the world.

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Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling