Now in its 22nd year, the Annual Hospitality Conference (AHC) returns to Manchester Central on 29–30 September. Widely recognised as the UK’s leading hospitality investment event, the AHC gathers senior decision-makers, investors, owners, operators, and developers to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the sector. This year’s theme (Reset, Rebuild, Rise) could not be more […]
International tourism is a $2 trillion market with 1.53 billion visitors recorded as of 2024. This is the third straight year of double-digit growth since the pandemic brought the global travel industry down – contributing close to 10% of the global GDP. The growth in international travel presents a lucrative opportunity to the hospitality industry. […]
Weddings remain one of the most profitable and most misunderstood opportunities in hospitality. Find out how your hotel can win more bookings, increase referrals, and make every couple feel like the only one. How can your hotel make more money from weddings? In the UK alone, there are over 200,000 weddings each year, and in […]
Google has officially introduced AI Mode in the UK, delivering a next-generation, AI-powered search experience that allows users to explore information in a more conversational and interactive way. Using a custom version of the latest Gemini 2.5 model, AI Mode allows users to ask nuanced questions that would have previously required multiple searches. Originally launched […]
Booking platform Profitroom has launched a cutting-edge virtual assistant designed to help hotel and pub operators drive more direct bookings. This means more than 3,500 operators globally with Profitroom can upsell personalised packages around the clock and consistently deliver high-quality guest experiences, without adding to staff workloads. Named AI Agent, the tool offers real-time, multilingual […]
