Dubai Tourism and Real Madrid announce landmark global partnership, how soon will hospitality embrace AI and robotics? and more...

Dubai Tourism and Real Madrid announce landmark global partnership
Wednesday, 21st February 2024

As two leading brands with joint values, ambitions and a dedication to excellence and innovation, the multi-year agreement promises a range of exciting activations, special fan moments and unique experiences for Dubai and Real Madrid fans.

The newly formed alliance will equally serve as a powerhouse platform to create new growth opportunities for both institutions, and support Dubai’s ambitious plans as part of its recently announced Dubai Economic Agenda – D33 >>

Data reveals a surge in interest in travel to Paris Olympics
21 Feb 2024 : Six months ahead of the Olympics taking place in Paris in 2024, flight searches to France for the dates just before and after the games - from July 23 to August 15 2024 - are already surging by 25% compared to the same period last year >>

European hotel transactions news - February 21, 2024
21 Feb 2024 : Hotel news and transactions from around the European region: Real Hotels acquires Amazonia Hotel Group, REAM SGR acquires former Golden Palace Hotel in Turin and more >>

Hilton announces global partnership with Deepika Padukone for campaign in India
21 Feb 2024 : Amidst the boom in India’s travel sector, global hospitality company Hilton partners with celebrated Bollywood icon Deepika Padukone to shine the spotlight on Hilton’s world‑class offerings and signature hospitality >>

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Food for Thought: How Soon Will Hospitality Embrace AI and Robotics?
Wednesday, 21st February 2024

By 2025, over 85 million existing jobs will be lost due to the seismic shift toward AI, robotization and automation, according to estimates in the 'Future of Jobs Report' published by the World Economic Forum.

In 2023 Labor costs consumed 1/3 of hotel revenue and AI, robotization and automation are becoming increasingly appealing to hotel owners and operators. I believe at this time there are three main impediments to fast adoption of AI and robotization in our industry >>

'Watch Me Get Fired' Videos: Tips for Employers to Navigate New Trend
A scroll through social media will quickly reveal that we’re in a new workplace era where the stigma attached to being fired or laid off is waning and many people are seeking solidarity online >>

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