Tag Archives: Hospitality
Strange Hospitality Signs from Around the World…
Traveling the world exposes you to the rich tapestry of cultures, cuisines, and languages, however, one of the most delightful surprises can be the humorous signs found in hotels and restaurants. These signs, often lost in translation or intentionally witty, provide a chuckle or a moment of amusement for weary travellers. Here’s a collection of […]
What is the Difference Between Luxury and Ultra Luxury?
In recent times, the term ‘ultra luxury’ has become very fashionable, judging by how many resumes feature or refer to ‘ultra luxury’ employers. With all due respect to these applicants, some of their employers wouldn’t know luxury if it hit them in the face with a fluffy towel! During my research (and I’m always good […]
10 Surefire Tips to improve your Wine Sales!
The art of selling wine encompasses much more than simply stocking quality bottles. It’s about creating an experience, educating your staff and customers, and understanding the nuances of pairing. It can be easy to forget the basics, so here are some reminders to help you enhance your wine sales with simple, yet effective strategies. Educate […]
Why recruiters go to Hell!
Why recruiters go to Hell! The ever-present question about mortality and the life thereafter becomes more relevant with oncoming age and being a recruiter…and no this is NOT a religious or spiritual perspective here, rather the reality of an occupational hazard in the life of a hospitality recruiter… Well, where do I start and where […]
The Year of the Dragon – CNY 2024
Chinese New Year falls on Saturday, February 10, 2024. This date differs every year – so, for example, Chinese New Year 2023 fell on January 22, and in 2022 it was on February 1. The most commonly used calendar in the world – and the one we use – is the Gregorian Calendar, which was introduced […]
Are you making the most of your First Impression?
First impressions are crucial in many aspects of our life, and in hospitality in particular, it can be make or break for you personally or the business. A first impression is an opinion you form of someone when you first meet them and often takes less than a minute or two to form. A lot […]
You get what you pay for…
A new year means a period of reflection, and this New Year that reflection led to a review of past assignments we had worked on 10+ years ago. I was a little shocked when I reviewed the expat salaries and employment terms of the projects we handled for hotels all those years ago. This shock […]