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By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 02, 2021

After hotels had time and motivation to rethink service, space and menus over the last year, some operational changes are becoming permanent in hotels big and small.

Emerging Brands

Ground Round to give a beer concept a try

By Peter Romeo on May 25, 2021

A new spinoff called GR Kitchen & Taps will be paired with a hotel.

Financing

Congress eyes $20B for hotel hiring, but a union says, 'No thanks'

By Peter Romeo on May 25, 2021

A Unite Here local says the money will further enrich owners and operators without necessarily trickling down to workers. It's pressing for direct aid to unemployed members.

Financing

Gov. Newsom calls for more state aid to California small businesses like restaurants

By Peter Romeo on May 14, 2021

He wants to raise the kitty for direct grants to $4 billion, saying that would be the highest in the nation.

Operations

Best practices to boost foodservice safety—without sacrificing the customer experience

Sponsored content from our partner Tyson Foodservice-Lodging Team on May 03, 2021

From extra sanitation measures, to offering foods in a grab-and-go manner, to contact-free room service delivery, here are some ways to ensure safety without sacrificing a great experience.

Workforce

The hotel industry wants its own relief package

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 29, 2021

Hotel owners and the hospitality workers union are urging Congress to pass the “Save Hotel Jobs Act.”

Operations

Marriott tests replacing the breakfast buffet with vending machines

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 06, 2021

The lodging giant’s Fairfield Inns brand is providing hot breakfast sandwiches and an array of cold a.m. standards via kiosks, with snacks and beverages offered throughout the day.

Marketing