Pampered, private, and totally serene. This is the vibe most interior designers must achieve when hired to create the design aesthetic of a luxury hotel property, especially along coastal areas or in resort properties. But with competition for travelers’ getaway dollars, such professionals must constantly up the ante and think out of the box to …
Monthly Archives: September 2017
Hilton takes employee wellness up a notch with Thrive Global partnership
As employers continue to recognize the relationship between the wellness of their workers and sustainable high performance, one hospitality company is escalating its commitment to investing in its team members. Hilton is the first hospitality company to partner with innovative wellness startup, Thrive Global, launched by media powerhouse, Ariana Huffington in 2016. The new platform comprises …
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Most Important Reasons Hospitality Students Should Study Abroad
It’s a small world, after all. From Disney World to the Eifel Tower, hospitality is a global business and one which necessitates an understanding of how the world works to be successful at it. For college students on track to follow a hospitality career path, study abroad experience is invaluable, according to experts. “To be …
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8 Must-Have Customer Service Skills When You Work in Hospitality
Customer service is what the hospitality industry is all about. You want to be sure your guests are having the best possible experience at your hotel or restaurant, return when they’re in town, and recommend it to all their friends and family. Business is seriously affected when customer service is not handled well, especially now …
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6 Most Under-Appreciated Hotel Jobs
Not surprisingly, income plays a big role in whether employees feel valued in their roles. According to payscale.com, those who are paid less than $25,000 a year feel less appreciated than those making more. They also feel they have less interaction with management (and therefore less “input” into their duties and work environment) and are …
Hyatt expands Grubhub service to more US hotels
Last month, Hyatt Centric announced that it is expanding its partnership with Grubhub to a total of nine properties located in California, Florida, Utah, New York, Illinois, Louisiana, Virginia, and Texas. Hyatt Centric’s pilot program, which allows guests to order room service from local restaurants, launched in 2016 with three hotels. Through this partnership, guests can …
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How to land a great hospitality internship
To get your start in the hospitality field, having a real-world college internship experience is a must. Such experience demonstrates your skills and commitment to prospective employers and can help you build valuable, real-world skills and make invaluable connections. In such a competitive environment, how can you score a quality internship? How do you connect …
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How to Choose the Right Culinary School for You
All culinary schools teach certain foundational techniques of cooking, but beyond those basics, culinary schools vary significantly. Students’ experiences can be vastly different depending on their school’s culture, location, and other factors. Figuring out which school is best for you takes some research, so here are some of the most important factors you should consider: …
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Best College Majors for a Career in Hospitality
With a sea of college majors to choose from, which ones will lead to the strongest career paths in the hospitality field? To help you decide, we’ve asked for expert advice from Suzanne Markham-Bagnera, PhD, clinical assistant professor at Boston University’s School of Hospitality Administration. Read on for her winning picks for academic choice of …
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Must-Have Personality Traits for a Successful Hospitality Career
In a people-pleasing field like hospitality, not every personality type will be an ideal fit as an employee. And while some folks have very gracious genes, this isn’t the only strong suit needed to thrive in such a competitive industry. For hotel management positions, being open and honest is a bonus, according to Michael Oshins, …
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