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Dare to HostJean-Paul Judson & Vanessa Chesnot – Closing the glass loop: tackling glass recycling in hospitality businessesJoin us for another episode of the HOTREC Dare to Host Podcast as we explore the world of glass recycling in the European hospitality industry. Today's guests, Vanessa Chesnot and Jean-Paul Judson, will provide valuable insights into the Close the Glass Loop initiative. Discover CGL's ambitious goal of reaching a 90% glass packaging collection rate for recycling in the EU by 2030 and its impact on the European hospitality sector's path towards a circular, green economy.2023-10-2415 minDare to HostMarta Mills - Hospitality's Green Revolution: Navigating the Roadmap to Net ZeroIn this new episode of HOTREC's Dare to Host Podcast, Marta Mills, Senior Sustainable Tourism Project Manager at TOPOSOPHY, joins us to discuss how hospitality businesses and SMEs can put sustainable practices in place and go Net Zero!
Want to discover more? Check out HOTREC's new Study: A Roadmap to Net Zero for European Hospitality. 2023-09-2615 minDare to HostChris Armstrong - Creating Memorable Experiences: the Power of Placemaking in HospitalityIn this episode of Dare to Host, we unlock the transformative potential of placemaking in the hospitality industry.
As the summer season begins, we explore the concept of placemaking and its profound impact on creating vibrant, sustainable, and community-oriented spaces that enhance the overall guest experience.
Our guest speaker, Chris Armstrong, Senior Project Manager at TOPOSOPHY and a passionate advocate for placemaking and regenerative development, joins us to shed light on this dynamic practice.
Discover how placemaking can revolutionize the way we perceive and engage with hospitality destinations, leaving lasting impressions on guests...2023-07-2515 minDare to HostAdeline Barras - From Hearth to Table: Revolutionizing Food Donations in HospitalityIn this episode of Dare to Host, we explore the world of food donations in the hospitality industry.
Our guest speaker, Adeline Barras, Co-Founder of the Hearth Project and the Entropy Restaurant, joins us to share her expertise and insights on how food donations can make a powerful impact on both those in need and the fight against food waste.
Discover how Adeline and her team are transforming the traditional approach to circularity and sustainability.2023-07-0414 minDare to HostOliver Csendes - Data Driven Hospitality: Balancing benefits and navigating risksWelcome back to the HOTREC podcast 'Dare to Host', now launching its 2nd season!
We're thrilled to bring you an exciting episode featuring a thought-provoking guest speaker, Mr Oliver Csendes. Get ready to dive deep into the intriguing world of data usage in the European Tourism and Hospitality ecosystem. 🌍🏨💻
In this episode, we'll explore the benefits and risks associated with data usage, shedding light on how it can shape and revolutionize our industry. Mr Csendes, an expert in the field, will share his invaluable insights, providing a unique perspective on how data can empower businesses. 📊🔒
#DareToHo...2023-05-3015 minDare to HostWomen in Hospitality - A story of inclusionOn International Women's Day (8 march 2023), we wanted to pay homage to women in Hospitality. That's why we choose to interview Ms Heleri Rande. After waitressing during summer breaks as a teenager, Heleri studied economics and worked in banking in her early career. Then, she decided to return to hospitality and is now a connector, a writer, a moderator and a consultant.
She answered questions about the challenges to be a woman in Hospitality but also their super-power. We discussed labour shortages, youth and trends in hospitality.
Check out our speaker and her consultancy!
He...2023-03-0816 min
Smart Travel News/ Noticias de turismoWorld2meet compra Viajes Eroski
Aena ha presentado los resultados relativos a 2022, ejercicio en el que aumentó un 69,3% sus ingresos frente al año anterior, hasta 4.237,5 millones de euros.
La hostelería europea se reunirá en abril en España para celebrar la Asamblea General de Hotrec. Tenerife fue el destino elegido el pasado octubre en Estocolmo como sede del próximo cónclave empresarial de la hostelería europea.
La Comunidad de Madrid y la Federación Madrileña de Agencias de Viaje (FEMAV) han suscrito un convenio de colaboración para la promoción y comercialización del destino Madrid, que se extenderá hasta diciembr...2023-03-0107 minDare to HostSustainability meets Hospitality : Best practices from a Green Michelin Star restaurantIn this new episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of interviewing Mr Carlos Henriques, a restaurant owner based in Finland. We talked about sustainability practices, managing food waste and his wishes for transmitting his knowledge to others. 2022-12-0713 minSmart Travel News/ Noticias de turismoDestinia dispara sus ventas hasta 180 millones,Hoy comentamos la decepción de la Mesa del Turismo por el menosprecio del Gobierno al sector en los Presupuestos Generales del Estado y la reelección de Ramón Estalella como miembro del Consejo Ejecutivo de la patronal europea de hostelería, HOTREC.2022-10-1009 minSmart Travel News/ Noticias de turismoTenerife será la sede de la próxima Asamblea General de HotrecHoy comentamos varios informes que analizan el gasto en turismo de los españoles y hablaremos del turismo del sueño.2022-10-0708 minDare to HostHospitality meets the Metaverse: can virtual reality revolutionise the industry?Welcome back to Dare to Host!
In this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Mr Peter Gould, CEO of RendezVerse. Together, we explored how the Metaverse can change the way hospitality establishments in Europe do their business and welcome guests. 2022-09-1316 min
Dare to HostUpgrading hospitality: how can new technologies bring our sector to the next levelHow can hospitality companies large and small make the most of the newest technologies to bring their businesses to the next level, and, why not, make everyday tasks easier?
Three guest speakers joined me in In today's episode of 'Dare to Host' to try and answer this intriguing question: they are Katerina Saridaki, Director at CapsuleT Tourism Accelerator; George Karathanasis, co-founder at Hotellisense; and Thomas Karkaletsos, founder at MintQR.
Check out our speakers and their start-ups!
CapsuleT website | Innovation Bites videos
Hotellisense website | LinkedIn | Facebook
MintQR w...2022-07-0523 min
Smart Travel News/ Noticias de turismoBooking tiene más del 70% del mercado de las OTAsHoy comentamos el último estudio publicado por HOTREC sobre el panorama de la distribución online y desvelamos cuáles son las marcas hoteleras más valiosas, según Brand Finance.2022-06-1508 minDare to HostThe future of air transport in Europe: achievements and challenges towards a green, resilient industryWelcome back to 'Dare to Host'! In this episode, we discussed upcoming challenges for the European air transport sector and how they will impact European tourism and travellers' plans. Joining us is Mr Thomas Reynaert, Managing Director of Airlines for Europe. We hope you will enjoy our podcast! 2022-06-1417 minDare to HostA hospitality entrepreneur at the time of Covid-19: why training your workforce mattersIn this new episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of interviewing Ms Chitra Stern, a hotel owner and developer based in Portugal. We asked her to describe her professional journey, her struggles during the pandemic, and her views on education in the hospitality sector. 2022-02-1619 minDare to HostAfter Covid-19: understanding the new hospitalityWelcome to the very first episode of 'Dare to Host', a new podcast by HOTREC.
Covid-19 had a huge impact on the hospitality industry worldwide, and it is still very much cause for concern today.
Together with our guest of honour, Mr Vanguelis Panayotis, Chairman at MKG, we tried to understand how European hospitality is performing now and what the future will look like for the sector.
Thank you for listening! 2021-11-0517 minDare to HostWelcome to Dare to Host!Hi there!
Welcome to Dare to Host, the new podcast by HOTREC discussing hot topics in the European hospitality industry.
Prominent personalities in our sector will join the team and share with our listeners their views on the latest business news and trends.
The very first episode is coming soon. Stay tuned!2021-11-0300 min
EU ConfidentialEp 173, presented by the European Commission: Pandemic politics — Farming feuds — Hospitality hopesPolitical activity in a pandemic, transatlantic turbulence, the EU's farming future and what the hospitality industry wants from politicians to weather the coronavirus crisis are all up for debate in this episode of EU Confidential.POLITICO's Andrew Gray, Rym Momtaz and Matthew Karnitschnig ask whether politics as usual is possible in a pandemic, as more politicians go into protective quarantine or test positive for COVID-19. Matt expands on his recent article, Trump, Biden and the ‘f****** Germans’, while Rym gives us a sense of what French politicians are thinking about the U.S. elections. Our agriculture reporter Eddy...2020-10-2234 min
Hotel Marketing Podcast18 - The War Between OTAs and Hotels is Reaching Boiling PointIn the inaugural episode of the Fuel Hotel Marketing Podcast, we discussed the OTAs vs. Direct bookings and gave some ideas on how you can reclaim some of your guests. In this episode, we discuss the fact that the war is heating up. All the players are circling their wagons and preparing for a battle royal - potentially to the death. Who will win?
Love them or hate them, OTAs are an important part of the travel ecosystem. When used correctly. They are immensely useful and can drive occupancy and revenue. When used incorrectly, they are an unnecessary expense that...2016-08-1341 min