Hong Kong's financial hub status will be the key driver for GBA, tourism looks to the future, further action needed for a resilient recovery and networking tips.

Hong Kong's financial hub status will be the key driver for GBA
Tuesday, 21st July 2020

Shenzhen is identified as the primary growth node in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) as its concentration of highly innovative and technically-advanced industries could help stimulate economic development in related businesses and industries.

Hong Kong is expected to be one of the key drivers to lead the GBA’s next stage of growth, which requires the development of financial and professional services, thanks to its global financial hub status >>

Reflection and resolve as tourism looks to the future
21 Jul 2020 : Across Europe, the responsible restart of tourism is now underway, but even as growing numbers of tourists cross borders and businesses open up again, this is no time for complacency >>

Hotel sentiment survey drive-in destinations Thailand
21 Jul 2020 : The survey discusses COVID-19 pandemic and its unprecedented impact on the Drive-In Hotel Markets. On a property level, the survey focuses on hoteliers’ point of view on reopening strategies, domestic demand profile, and market outlook >>

Deutsche Hospitality unveils its new 'H Rewards' benefits
21 Jul 2020 : Deutsche Hospitality is presenting its new 'H Rewards' loyalty programme, the hotel company will be offering a significantly expanded package of benefits to guests of all of its five brands – Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts, MAXX by Steigenberger, Jaz in the City, IntercityHotel and Zleep Hotels >>

Dubai Tourism launches more immersive experiences
15 Jul 2020 : With the world’s business ecosystem embracing a virtual environment due to the global pandemic and more people working from home, Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has stepped in to help make remote communication and collaboration a truly immersive and positive experience >>

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The Next Phase of the Crisis: Further Action Needed for a Resilient Recovery
Tuesday, 21st July 2020

We are not out of the woods yet. A second major global wave of the disease could lead to further disruptions in economic activity. Other risks include stretched asset valuations, volatile commodity prices, rising protectionism, and political instability.

On the positive side, medical breakthroughs on vaccines and treatments could lift confidence and economic activity. These alternative scenarios highlight that uncertainty remains exceptionally high >>

Another Way to Amaze Your Customers: Pay Attention
I recently wrote about taking the extra step to deliver amazing service and there were three steps: pay attention, care about your customers and put forth extra effort >>

Networking Tips that Might Come in Handy
Sometimes it is planned; such as a specific event and sometimes it is a complete surprise. Networking is something that a lot of people do not like. In my opinion, it is frustrating for people who are going to events with the sole purpose of either sharing business cards to get leads to sell, or share resumes to get interviews for a job >>

In case you've missed it: Global eNews of July 20, 2020
Waldorf Astoria NYC turned into luxury condominiums, ITB Asia 2020 goes virtual, luxury market will take years to recover and what do changing holiday habits mean for Europe’s hotels? >>