💸 Luxury Hotels Introduce Digital Tipping

7 Tech Trends Redefining Hospitality in 2025

Your guests expect more in 2025 than ever before- and with the right technology, you can exceed those expectations. Dive in Relay's new report- 7 Tech Trends That Will Shape Guest Experience in 2025 and Beyond to see how leading hotels are preparing for what's next.

💸 Luxury Hotels Introduce Digital Tipping

High-end hotels are adopting digital tipping to make gratuity more convenient for guests and staff. This system allows guests to tip through their phones, ensuring seamless transactions and better recognition for hotel employees. The move aims to enhance service quality and improve employee satisfaction. Read more.

😈 Cursed Hotels with Dark Histories

Some hotels around the world carry eerie reputations due to tragic events, ghost sightings, or unexplained phenomena. From abandoned resorts to infamous crime scenes, these locations have histories that many travelers would rather not know. Despite their chilling pasts, some still attract curious guests. Read more.

🚀 BWH Hotels Expands MICE Offerings Near Frankfurt

BWH Hotels is strengthening its presence in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector by opening a new property near Frankfurt. The hotel is designed to cater to business travelers, offering modern event spaces and premium amenities. This expansion reflects growing demand for conference-focused accommodations. Read more.

🌟 New F&B Leadership in Atlanta and San Francisco Hotels

Hotels in Atlanta and San Francisco have announced new food and beverage hires to enhance dining experiences. These leadership changes aim to elevate menu offerings, improve service standards, and create unique culinary experiences for guests. The move highlights the industry’s focus on high-quality hospitality. Read more.

🔻 Hotels Brace for Potential Mass Deportations

The hospitality sector is closely watching immigration policies as potential mass deportations could significantly impact staffing. Many hotels rely on immigrant workers, and sudden labor shortages could disrupt operations. Industry leaders are preparing contingency plans to manage workforce challenges. Read more.

🧹 America’s Dirtiest Hotel Chain Exposed

A report highlights that Hampton Hotels is a budget hotel chain with a notorious reputation for poor cleanliness and substandard conditions. With 90 locations in Louisiana alone, the chain has been criticized for hygiene issues, unkempt rooms, and guest complaints. Travelers are advised to research before booking budget accommodations. Read more.

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