Featured Interview: Bedderman Lodging and Chicago’s Newest Boutique Hotels

Hotels throughout the world are struggling to redefine luxury and continually meet the shifting desires of high-end travelers. With a focus on one-of-a-kind boutique hotels, Bedderman Lodging takes an altogether different approach.   Bedderman Lodging was born in 2012 when longtime real estate developers Robert Baum and Mike Downing noticed that there was a lack … Continued

Featured Interview: The Outlook Lodge

Somewhere, we imagine, there is a list compiled of all the best places to kick back and relax in a Kimono Waffle robe. Near or at the top of that list, you would undoubtedly find The Outlook Lodge in Green Mountain Falls, Colorado. With a population just shy of 700 residents, Green Mountain Falls is … Continued

Featured Interview: Stanton House Hotel

Less than a mile from the Rio Grande and the U.S.-Mexican border, General Manager Aaron Rodriguez is supervising the finishing touches on Stanton House: “El Paso’s hip new boutique hotel offering sophisticated elegance and state-of-the-art amenities.” A 42-room luxury hotel situated in downtown El Paso, Stanton House draws much of its design inspiration from Mexico … Continued

Westin Turns Hotel Bathrobes Into Recycled Pajamas

A global hotel chain is implementing an inspired new sustainability initiative that transforms hotel bathrobes and linens into children’s PJs – and we’re all about it. Promoting sustainable efforts, creating environmentally friendly products, and prioritizing waste elimination are not exclusive to any one industry. “Green consciousness” is universal because it impacts all of us. With … Continued

Luxury Goods and Experiences Are Alive and Well

Today’s leading luxury experts trust that luxury goods and experiences are as relevant as ever, but luxury brands must adapt to satisfy modern-day consumers.   In early 2018, a number of executives and decision-makers met in New York City for Luxury FirstLook 2018: Exclusivity Redefined, a conference hosted by Luxury Daily. At the event, the … Continued

Country Club Amenities: Enhance Your Social Epicenters

Club managers realize that social engagement is key to driving membership, so they’re enhancing their social epicenters and reinvesting in engaging country club amenities. Bob James, president of the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA), opened the November/December issue of Club Management magazine with a nod to country club amenities and social engagement. Clubs are … Continued

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The Revival of the Hotel Gift Shop

Every hotel must adapt and change in order to survive… and the antiquated hotel gift shop must do the same.   There’s something we can all learn from the Hotel Windsor in Melbourne, Australia: Even when you’re 135 years old, you’ve still got to keep it fresh. The iconic, 5-star hotel updated its hotel gift … Continued

Inventory Management Systems: The Future of Uniform, Linen and Laundry Tracking

Inventory management systems allow hotels, spas and healthcare facilities to cut their costs and increase their productivity with the push of a button. We have fully electric, wind-powered hotels. We have autonomous robots wandering hotel hallways. The next logical step is, of course, inventory management systems—or linen and uniform tracking software. Hotels spend tons of … Continued

Sailing into the New Year: 2018 Cruise Trends

Sustainable sailing, on-the-water wellness programs, and wearable devices. These are just a handful of the 2018 cruise trends we can expect to see on board this year. Travel is constantly evolving. After all, the public’s interests change from year to year. As such, the hospitality industry is evolving as well, knowing that it must stay … Continued

2018 Promotional Products Trade Show Tips for Attendees

Promotional products trade show floors can be overwhelming. Attendees can maximize their time by staying close, coming prepared, and attending “smart” events. Boca Terry has just wrapped up the ASI Show in Orlando, and we’ll soon be packing for the PPAI Expo in Las Vegas (Booth #1862). In honor of promotional products trade show season, we’re sharing … Continued