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United Airlines is elevating its status in the Mile High City with another big expansion.The Chicago-based carrier announced Thursday that it would add eight new routes from its hub at Denver International Airport (DEN) for the summer 2025 season — injecting another growth spurt into the carrier’s fastest-growing hub.The routes are highlighted by an all-new, long-haul flight to Rome. This new 5,547-mile seasonal service will commence May 1, 2025, and fly daily through Sept. 24, 2025.On this route, United will deploy a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner that features 48 Polaris business-class pods, 21 Premium Plus recliners, 39 Economy Plus extra-legroom seats…

Resurgence of Business Travel: Four Emerging Themes – Image Credit Unsplash+    Business travel has regained momentum, with the global value pool projected to reach $1.5 trillion in 2024. Technological solutions create new opportunities in managed and unmanaged business travel sectors. Ryan Mann, a partner in McKinsey’s Chicago office, highlights four dominant themes shaping the business travel landscape. The first theme is the solid recovery of business travel after a few uncertain years. The World Travel & Tourism Council recently projected the global value pool for business travel in 2024 to be about $1.5 trillion, an increase of more than…

Nothing is more disappointing than applying for a card, only to learn that you could have held out a bit longer to get a better welcome offer — especially since many banks won’t match you to that better bonus after you’ve already applied.It happens to the best of us. Of course, we all want to ensure we’re finding the best offers, and the name of this game is timing. While it’s impossible to predict if or when issuers will bring back these higher offers, knowing the context helps us make the best possible educated guess.In this guide, we’ll examine nine…

Crowne Plaza Adelaide Mawson Lakes – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts    IHG Hotels & Resorts has bolstered its Crowne Plaza brand in Australia by opening two new hotels in Adelaide Mawson Lakes and Sydney Airport. These openings are part of a broader expansion plan, with three more hotels scheduled to open within the next year. The two new Crowne Plaza hotels in Adelaide and Sydney join the growing network across the Asia Pacific region. Over 90 new Crowne Plaza hotels are currently in development, including two in Southeast Asia. The Crowne Plaza Adelaide Mawson Lakes, the first premium hotel…

MBA in Hospitality: Developing the Most Valuable Leadership Skills – By Veronika Mercier – Image Credit Unsplash+    You need certain skills to successfully lead a team and become a respected manager in any field. Being inspirational, having excellent technical knowledge, and being someone who could ‘get things done’ used to be prerequisites, but now what it means to be a good manager is changing. With automation and AI taking over many technical tasks, soft skills are increasingly becoming the key differentiators for today’s leaders. This is particularly true in people-driven industries such as hospitality, where soft skills such as leading…

Hotel Price Optimization: How to Drive Bookings with Dynamic Pricing – Image Credit Lighthouse    If you’re still setting your hotel rates solely based on seasonality or the distinction between weekdays and weekends it’s almost guaranteed you’re losing revenue to competitors. Manually researching and adjusting your hotel’s prices can be a tedious and time-consuming process. However, with AI-powered solutions, you can access precise, automated pricing recommendations that take the guesswork out of setting room prices. These tools not only save you valuable time but also help boost your hotel’s profitability over the long term by ensuring your rates are always optimized.…

KPIs to Track for Successful eProcurement in the Hospitality Industry – Image Credit Futurelog    In hospitality, efficiency and guest satisfaction are paramount. Which is why having effective procurement processes in place is crucial. eProcurement KPIs in hospitality provide valuable insights into the performance of your procurement operations, empowering you to identify the main areas for improvement, optimise your spending, and enhance your overall efficiency. By thoroughly tracking and analysing these key performance indicators for eProcurement, hotels who value business intelligence can make data-driven decisions to streamline their procurement processes and achieve significant cost savings! At FutureLog, we offer comprehensive eProcurement solutions to help…

Good news for deal shoppers: Southwest Airlines is offering 25% off some flights booked with Rapid Rewards points for travel on eligible dates from Jan. 7-May 22, 2025, as long as you book by Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024.SOUTHWEST AIRLINESDeal basicsAirline: Southwest.Routes: Valid for travel on select interisland and continental U.S. Southwest flights from Jan. 7-March 5, 2025, and select international, Puerto Rico and Hawaii flights until May 22, 2025.How to book: Directly with the airline using the promo code “POINTS25″Travel dates: Vary by route, see above. Blackout dates apply and not all seats and flights are eligible.Book by: Dec. 19,…

Dusit Princess Chiang Mai in Thailand – Image Credit Dusit International    Dusit Hotels and Resorts, a part of Dusit International, has announced opening two new properties: Dusit Princess Chiang Mai in Thailand and dusitD2 Fagu, Shimla in India. The Dusit Princess Chiang Mai, centrally located on Chang Klan Road, has reopened following a three-year refurbishment. The hotel, situated close to popular landmarks like Wat Chedi Luang and the Night Bazaar, offers updated guestrooms and facilities. The redesigns are inspired by local traditions and cater to the needs of modern travelers. Facilities include state-of-the-art meeting spaces, a serene pool area, a…

At a glanceIt’s a family-friendly ship with activities for kids and adults, both separately and together.Onboard spaces are themed to favorite Disney characters and rides, including the new Haunted Mansion Parlor, Plaza de Coco restaurant and the theatrical production of “Moana.”The attentive and helpful crew, combined with Disney’s attention to detail, make for a seamless vacation experience.Disney Treasure is a ship built for Disney fans, but you don’t have to be a Mickey or theme park aficionado to love its warm and inviting onboard spaces, adventure-themed decor and next-level entertainment.Even though the 4,000-passenger, 144,000-ton Disney Treasure is built to the…