Winter is Coming: What’s Your Country Club’s Strategy?

It’s September, and chances are that your country club is buzzing with full tee times, busy racquet-sport teams, and packed outdoor dining outlets. But when the weather turns sour this winter, what will your club do to stay relevant for members? Will you jump into new programming, make changes to current operations, or step back […]

The Value of a Hotel Sustainability Specialist

Once a niche travel market, sustainable travel is on the minds of more travelers today. Over eighty percent say that sustainable travel is important to them! How can hotels make sustainability changes that resonate with travelers and still make sense operationally? Do you have hotel management that can take on the challenge? Or is that […]

The Restaurant Trends to Watch in 2023 (and what they mean for employers)

Yes, the fried-chicken sandwich war still rages on in 2023. However, the biggest restaurant trends this year are not centered around any individual ingredients or online feuds. Consumers will crave something they have not been able to get in recent years – a dining experience they can connect with and that feels crafted around their […]

5 Reasons Why EV Charging is More than Just a Trend for Hotels

Sustainability in hotels is not a new trend. The demand has grown so high in recent years that an entire industry of “sustainable travel” uses “going green” to create an aura of luxury. Now, sustainable travel is beginning to look less aspirational, and more economical for the hotel industry. Nothing points to sustainability’s staying power […]

Going Green: How Country Clubs are Adding Value

At first glance, sustainability initiatives can seem at odds with the expectation of luxury associated with country clubs. But with some strategic and creative thinking, going green can add value to memberships. Here are five ways sustainability can elevate country club members’ golfing, dining, and experiences: Feature Native Wildlife Consider ways your club can actively […]

Yes, Business Travel Will Return, But Is Your Hotel Ready?

Companies have finally returned to the office, and business travel will slowly but surely follow. But a recent survey by Deloitte has revealed some surprising trends for post-COVID business travel, and they have nothing to do with the safety protocols that have dominated business strategies in the last two years. What will your hotel need […]