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Staff Shortages in Hotels Despite Improvements

According to a recent survey by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), 65% of surveyed hotels still face staffing shortages despite increased wages and new benefits. While the hospitality industry has largely recovered from the pandemic, employment levels remain 10% below pre-pandemic figures. Hotels have implemented various incentives, such as higher pay, flexible working hours, and accommodation discounts, to attract new employees and retain existing staff. The survey found that 71% of hotels still have unfilled job positions despite active recruitment efforts. The most severe shortages are in housekeeping (38%) and front desk roles (26%). To address these issues, 47% of hotels have raised wages, while 20% offer flexible working hours. Experts emphasize that, beyond financial incentives, clear career pathways and professional growth opportunities are essential to attracting and retaining skilled workers.

Create: Feb 22, 2025 Edit: Feb 22, 2025 International News

South Korea's Hospitality Market Growth Trajectory

South Korea's hotel market has seen significant growth over the past two years, with substantial increases in Average Daily Rate (ADR), Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR), and occupancy rates. Key drivers of this growth include strong domestic and international demand, the Korean cultural wave (Hallyu), and medical tourism.South Korea has solidified its position as one of the leading hotel markets in the Asia-Pacific region, driven by robust domestic and international demand over the past two years.The country's impressive performance metrics highlight its resilience and potential for sustained growth in the hospitality sector.

Create: May 29, 2024 Edit: May 29, 2024 International News

New Zealand Hospitality Technology Enters India

Following the significant increase in hotel booking demand after the inauguration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, India, accommodations in this holy city are facing challenges in optimizing their booking processes and maximizing revenue. In response, New Zealand-based hospitality solutions provider Staah has commenced operations in Ayodhya through a partnership with Clarks Inn Express hotel. Staah's advanced hospitality technology solutions will assist Clarks Inn in managing their room inventory across all booking platforms. These solutions enable the implementation of efficient operational processes, ultimately leading to increased revenue and profitability.

Create: May 29, 2024 Edit: May 29, 2024 International News

Emirates Airlines Takes Another Step Forward

Emirates Airlines, the aviation and travel services giant, has announced impressive achievements and record-breaking profits in its 2023-2024 annual report. In the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, the company achieved a record profit of $5.1 billion, a 71% increase compared to the previous year. The group's revenue also reached $37.4 billion, a 15% increase from the previous year. Emirates Airlines, one of the world's largest airline and travel service companies, includes Emirates Airline, dnata, Emirates SkyCargo, and other subsidiaries By providing high-quality services to customers and expanding its global operations, the group is continuously progressing and developing.

Create: May 22, 2024 Edit: May 22, 2024 International News

Corendon Airlines to Fly Three Million Passengers to Europe

Dutch airline Corendon Airlines will transport three million passengers to popular tourist destinations in Europe this summer. Corendon, which operates direct flights to over 20 airports in Germany, its main market, currently offers flights to tourist and ethnic destinations in Turkey, Spain, Greece, Morocco, and Egypt. In the first quarter of 2024, Corendon saw a 14% increase in passenger numbers compared to the previous year. Strong demand in March led to a 25% increase in passengers.Corendon Airlines continues to expand its network of destinations and flight schedules, offering direct flights from 20 airports in Germany.

Create: May 22, 2024 Edit: May 22, 2024 International News

Delta Airlines Daily Flights Commence to Tampa

Delta Air Lines has good news for travelers between Europe and America. The airline will resume its daily flights from Amsterdam International Airport to Tampa International Airport this winter. Starting from October 26, these flights will be operated with the modern and spacious Airbus A330-300 aircraft, providing a pleasant and comfortable experience for passengers in four cabin classes: Main Cabin, Comfort Plus, Premium Select, and Delta One.With the launch of these new flights, Delta Air Lines' connections between Florida and the Netherlands will significantly increase.

Create: May 22, 2024 Edit: May 22, 2024 International News

Remarkable Growth in German Tourists' Demand for Traveling to Turkey

Germany, as one of Turkey's significant tourism markets, is witnessing a substantial increase in demand for traveling to this country. Consequently, German airlines such as SunExpress, Corendon, Condor, and Turkish national carrier are expanding their flight routes and aircraft fleets to Turkey in the coming years. According to a report from the German Travel Agencies Association, Turkey, which hosted 6.2 million German tourists last year, continues to experience a significant influx of these tourists this summer season. As a result, travel agencies are increasing hotel capacities, and airlines are expanding their flights to Turkey. Given the rising demand from German tourists, Turkish hotels are also increasing their capacity.

Create: May 3, 2024 Edit: May 3, 2024 International News

New Tourist Entry Record for Maldives

Maldives, the renownes archipelago famous for its dreamy beaches and luxurious resorts, has announced a remarkable surge in tourist arrivals this year. This new record has placed the country on track to achieve the ambitious goal of 2 million .visitors in 2024 The number of inbound tourists to Maldives in 2023 saw a 20 percent increase compared to the previous year

Create: May 3, 2024 Edit: May 3, 2024 International News

Ras El Hikma Opportunity for Hospitality Development in Egypt

The Prime Minister of Egypt announced in a statement that Egypt will receive the second installment of financial commitments related to the Ras El Hikma project in the coming weeks.The Ras El Hikma project is a major development project on the northern coast of Egypt, including the construction of hotels, resorts, golf courses, and other recreational facilities.This project is expected to boost tourism in Egypt and create new job opportunities in the hospitality industry. Additionally, the Egyptian government is currently promoting several other investment projects, aiming to renovate the hospitality industry in Egypt and increase its capacity to accommodate more tourists.

Create: Apr 24, 2024 Edit: Apr 24, 2024 International News

Saudi Arabia Sets New Record in Foreign Tourist Spending

According to preliminary statistics from the Saudi Arabian Central Bank, the expenditure of foreign tourists in the country reached a new record in 2023, totaling $35.95 billion. This figure indicates a growth of 42.8 percent compared to 2022 and marks the highest level of foreign tourist spending in the country's history. Furthermore, the World Tourism Organization's Tourism Barometer report in January 2024 showed that tourist arrivals in Saudi Arabia in 2023 increased by 156 percent compared to 2019. These achievements demonstrate Saudi Arabia's efforts to develop its tourism industry and become an attractive global destination for tourists.

Create: Apr 17, 2024 Edit: Apr 17, 2024 International News

International Flights Commence at the Red Sea Airport

The Red Sea International Airport is on the verge of welcoming its inaugural international flight. Operated by Flydubai, the flight will directly connect Dubai International Airport to the Red Sea International Airport starting from April 18.With this new flight, destination connectivity at the Red Sea will be strengthened within the global travel network, operating twice weekly.With the commencement of Flydubai operations, the airport's flight schedule will increase to eight flights per week.

Create: Apr 17, 2024 Edit: Apr 17, 2024 International News

Accor posts record EBITDA of over $1 billion for 2023

Accor chain hotels brand reached a new milestone in profitability in 2023, achieving its highest-ever gross operating profit of over 1 billion euros for the first time in its history.The group reported revenues of 5.056 billion euros in 2023, reflecting an 18% growth compared to 2022. This growth includes a 17% increase for the economy, mid-scale, and upscale segment, and a 22% increase for the luxury and luxury services segment.

Create: Apr 10, 2024 Edit: Apr 10, 2024 International News