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7 Top Takeaways for Revenue Managers from...
At Mews Unfold 2025, hoteliers from across the globe gathered to share insights, celebrate successes and shape the future of our industry. Among the many topics covered, one powerful idea pervaded almost every conversation: hospitality is no longer just about rooms – it’s about moments. It’s not just what you offer, but how you make The post 7 Top Takeaways for Revenue Managers from the Unfold 2025 Event appeared first on Revfine.com.

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Creating a Data-Driven Culture in Hotels: Why...
Hotels across the globe have made massive investments in business intelligence (BI) solutions in recent years. From revenue and finance to operations and marketing, data is flowing in more ways than ever before. Yet, many hotel teams still struggle to make truly data-informed decisions. Why? Buying a BI platform is easy. Embedding it into the The post Creating a Data-Driven Culture in Hotels: Why just getting a BI platform is not enough. appeared first on Revfine.com.

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Unearthing the Mysteries of Hawai'i's Ancient Agriculture
In the Kōhala district, a peninsula on the northern tip of the Big Island of Hawaiʻi, are the remains of a 25-square-mile system of pre-contact agriculture. Called the Kōhala Field System, its network of mounds and shallow depressions is so extensive it’s visible on Google Maps: Zoom in on Kōhala and the archaeological infrastructure is apparent, interconnected ripples underneath the contemporary cattle fields. “Like swells on the ocean, ” said Kehaulani Marshall. That’s how she described the land to...

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Satisfaction Up, Volume Flat, What’s Driving the...
The first quarter of 2025 offered a nuanced picture for the global hospitality industry. Analysis reveals continued growth in global guest satisfaction, measured by the Global Review Index™ (GRI). Indeed, satisfaction levels briefly surpassed the 2019 benchmark of 86.4% in June of 2024. Despite a typical seasonal dip in January, strong performance, particularly in March, The post Satisfaction Up, Volume Flat, What’s Driving the Divide? appeared first on Revfine.com.

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Guest Segmentation Is Failing Hotels: 5 Specific...
With marketing messages bombarding consumers across every channel, relevance is everything. People are increasingly immune to generic outreach. Research shows 81% of customers prefer to engage with companies that offer a personalized experience, both in-person and across digital channels. For hotels, segmentation is the key to delivering this level of personalization. By dividing a big The post Guest Segmentation Is Failing Hotels: 5 Specific Ways to Do Better with Available Data appeared first on Revfine.com.

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Pinal Airpark in Marana, Arizona
Once off-limits to the public, this desert facility near Marana, Arizona now offers guided tours arranged through the airport. It used to be marked by a guardhouse with a ”Use of Deadly Force Authorized” sign; today, visitors can drive right up to the fence, and with a little planning, they can even explore the airpark’s contents up close. The site stores commercial aircraft for airlines and clients around the world, with an incredible range that is always changing. Additionally,...

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Hachiman Bridge in Tokyo, Japan
In November 1878, a new bridge was built over the Kaede River in Kyobashi Ward, based on the designs by American civil engineer Squire Whipple. Made mainly of iron (not steel, that is), it was the first Japanese bridge of its kind, and seen as an icon of westernization. Named Danjo Bridge after the nearby mansion of samurai lord Shimada Danjo, the bowstring truss bridge served as a significant point between the Imperial Palace, Honjo and Fukagawa areas. In...

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Clarendon War Memorial in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, Virginia is teeming with popular historical attractions, including the iconic Iwo Jima Memorial and sprawling Arlington Cemetery. One of the lesser known nods to Arlington County’s storied past is a memorial to local soldiers who lost their lives in World War I, World War II, as well as wars fought in Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Initially erected in the 1930s at the intersection of Wilson Boulevard and Highland Street, the Memorial also spent time at Clarendon Circle...

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Gai Tord Jae Kee in Bangkok, Thailand
You’d be hard-pressed to find a restaurant less atmospheric than Gai Tord Jae Kee (more commonly referred to as Soi Polo Fried Chicken), a stone’s throw west of central Bangkok’s Lumpini Park. With walls bedecked in glossy granite, stainless steel furniture, and fluorescent lighting that makes a suburban tax office look cozy in comparison, this is hardly the place for a date-night dinner. But take one bite of its eponymous signature, the fried chicken, and you’ll understand why hungry...

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Sidi Ben Achir Cemetery in Salé, Morocco
One of the most prominent cemeteries in Salé is the Sidi Ben Achir Cemetery, located along the Atlantic coast. This vast necropolis is named after Sidi Ben Achir, a revered 14th-century Sufi saint whose mausoleum is located at the north-eastern corner of its grounds. What make this cemetery unique is its massive size and picturesque location, with the ocean to the east and Kasbah des Oudayas to the south. The tombs of Sufi saints and revered figures within the...

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Hunterian Zoology Museum in Glasgow, Scotland
The Hunterian Museum is the oldest museum in Scotland, dating back to 1807 when Dr. William Hunter left his collection to the university. While most of the collection was in one piece at first, it got split up over time. The zoology section has been its own museum for over 100 years, and not much has changed since.  The museum is in the heart of the zoological department houses in the same building and is surrounded by busy offices...

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Charmgang in Bangkok, Thailand
Hidden down a dark alley just off Charoenkrung Road, Charmgang is one of those word-of-mouth spots that clued-in Bangkokians swear by. Since opening in 2019, this neon-lit curry joint has earned a devoted following for its unapologetically bold takes on traditional Thai stir-fries and curries, which range from southern-style classics to aromatic northeastern numbers. From the open kitchen, chefs Aruss Lerlerstkull and Atcharaporn Kiatthanawat send out spice-forward plates that play with regional traditions and hard-to-find ingredients. Think fiery yellow...

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General Patton Memorial Museum in Chiriaco Summit,...
General George S. Patton was one of the most famous—and arguably most effective—American generals of the Second World War. His leadership of the Desert Training Center in the Mojave Desert provided excellent preparation for the North Africa campaign. A strict disciplinarian, Patton never asked his men to endure conditions he wouldn’t face himself. Under his command, U.S. troops avenged their early defeat at Kasserine Pass. A gifted tactician, Patton understood that mobility made possible by mechanization was key to...

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How to Outsource Airbnb Cleaning Service
Running a successful Airbnb requires more than a great location and appealing decor. It demands impeccable cleanliness. Guests expect spotless accommodations, and maintaining high hygiene standards is essential for positive reviews and repeat bookings. However, keeping up with cleaning, especially for hosts managing multiple properties or high turnover rates, can be challenging. That’s where outsourcing The post How to Outsource Airbnb Cleaning Service appeared first on Revfine.com.

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Casa Cruz in San Martín Tilcajete, Mexico
Unlike others of the art forms commonly known in Mexico as artesanías (or “handicrafts” in English), the carved wooden creatures often called alebrijes have a history recent enough to be mostly traceable. Pedro Linares López, a craft artist living in Mexico City in the 1930s, first came up with the term, giving it to his papier-mache fantastical figures. Manuel Jiménez Ramírez, another artist from Oaxaca, met Linares and took the alebrijes concept to his home state, where the medium changed...

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