Mobile apps were an exciting option in guest communication for hotels until the low probably of guests keeping the apps on their phone began to hinder the efforts of small to mid-sized hotel brands. In this article we go over some successful alternatives for mobile guest services and the infrastructure that needs to be in place to properly support them. READ MORE

Smartphones have forever altered, mostly improved, many aspects of our everyday lives, and the travel experience is no exception. From planning and booking through check-in and on property experience, to social sharing, mobile represents a key touch point with our guests that enable connection and hospitality in new and evolving ways. READ MORE

The current post-COVID climate has enabled microlearning to adapt the way we conduct employee training and make it more effective and accessible than ever before. This breaking down of information into topical, bite-sized chunks means education becomes much easier to digest, knowledge retention is significantly increased, and hospitality employees can access training from their mobile phone in their native language. READ MORE

Successful people aren't necessarily smarter, happier, or more competent. They are simply better at taking out their trash. Some of us are real trash collectors. HeadTrash shapes our reality, sucks our energy, and shifts our focus from self-acceptance and inner peace to worry and fear. HeadTrash is never helpful in any form. Change your HeadTrash, and you'll change your life. READ MORE

Simply put, art is good business. But the confusion often lies in how to show the business impact of art to your hospitality facility and stakeholders. Understanding the business case for art is only the first step. Here we highlight how art can influence the value of your hotel, through brand identity, creative placemaking and educating decision makers on broader benefits. READ MORE