Tourism & Hospitality News

From the huts of the cavemen to the founding of the greatest hotels today, hospitality has evolved massively over the thousands of years. Chains like Marriott International, Hilton, or InterContinental dominate the industry with hundreds of hotels all over the world and exceptional service. Let’s travel a bit in time and find out when hospitality started and how it evolved along the centuries. An early history The first recorded example of the hospitality sector dates back to 15,000 BCE and the Lascaux caves in France, which were built to house people from neighboring tribes. We also learn about Greek and Roman spas from classical antiquity, which were well-liked by people looking to relax and unwind. The first two hotels in history, known as Ryokans, were registered in Japan at the beginning of the seventh century. Along the Silk Road, these Ryokans served as rest stops. More than 600 inns had been registered in England by the 1600s, and the country also saw the construction of the fi...

 The hospitality industry plays an important role in our everyday lives, no matter what your profession is. The importance of hospitality is often overlooked, as it goes way beyond what we see. Now, more than ever, humans rely on the hospitality industry not only for exceptional service but also for an unforgettable experience. The sheer importance of the hospitality industry has been proven again and again by the market value and high demand, generating over  1.2 trillion USD  annually! Isn’t that incredible? Also, even though the industry continues to grow, today, hospitality accounts for approximately  1 in 10 jobs  globally! The Origin The word ‘hospitality’ originates from the Latin word “ hospitalitas ” meaning ‘friendliness to guests’. It’s not as simple as what you do, but what matters the most is how you do it. Employees within the hospitality industry understand that guests expect the wow factor. From the moment guests step inside a hotel or restaurant...

 A new trend takes the spotlight in the hospitality industry: the sober trend. More and more hotels, bars and restaurants introduce a wide variety of non-alcoholic beverages. Due to a greater emphasis on health, many individuals today request drinks with reduced or no alcohol content. They want to visit pubs but not consume as much alcohol as they once used to. Every time you go out to eat or interact with others, alcohol consumption is assumed. Because of the development of non-alcoholic beverages, non-drinkers now have options that were frequently unavailable in the past. Nowadays bartenders are getting inventive by preparing fermented fruit tonics and using them in their handmade sodas because making complicated non-alcoholic cocktails is undoubtedly more difficult. Some people are perfecting their own kombucha, a wonderful fermented beverage that is non-alcoholic and has a long list of health benefits. But which companies actually stay up to date with this latest trend? Hyatt, ...

  There are so many things you hear about the best way to accompany food with the best possible wines. To name a few: The wine should be sweeter than the food The wine should have the same intensity of taste as the food Red wines go best with strong-tasting meats (red meat) White wines go best with low-intensity meats (fish or chicken), and so many other rules! But what if we were a little more precise? Here are some of the little-known rules that will make anyone shine at a dinner party with friends or family! Low-alcohol wines and spicy food When planning for a spicy meal, such as Moroccan or Indian dishes, one of the best wines to choose is Syrah. Honorable mentions also go to wines like Malbec, or Côtes-du-Rhône. Thanks to their boldness and low alcohol content, they are delicious with foods covered in spicy barbecue sauces, such as chicken drumsticks with barbecue sauce or hamburgers with cumin and harissa. Wines such as Riesling and especially German Riesling demi-sec are als...