Tag: hospitality
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IIHM Announces Young Chef Olympiad 2026: A Global Gathering of 50 Nations
IIHM Announces Young Chef Olympiad 2026: A Global Showcase of Culinary Talent The International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM) has revealed plans for the 12th edition of the International Young Chef Olympiad (YCO 2026), signaling a landmark gathering of emerging culinary talent from around the world. This prestigious event, billed as the world’s largest gathering…
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Philippines Laundry Operators Pivot to Hospitality Sector to Meet Hotel Demand
Market Shift: Laundry Operators Target the Hospitality Sector The Philippine laundry industry is undergoing a notable transformation as operators increasingly target the country’s booming hospitality sector. A recent market study conducted by Is It Clean, a consulting firm specializing in laundry and textile services, indicates that demand from hotels, resorts, and serviced apartments for third-party…
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Philippines Laundry Operators Bet on Hospitality Sector Growth
Intro: A shift toward hotel-focused laundry services As the Philippine hospitality sector recovers and expands, local laundry operators are recalibrating their strategies to meet the growing demand from hotels and other lodging providers. A recent market study by Is It Clean, a consulting firm specializing in laundering operations, indicates that third‑party cleaning services, including professional…
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Philippines Laundry Operators Shift Focus to Hospitality Sector
Market Shift: Laundry Operators in the Philippines Pivot to Hospitality The Philippine laundry industry is undergoing a strategic shift as operators increasingly target the hospitality sector. A recent study by Is It Clean, a consulting firm specializing in laundry and cleaning services, indicates that third-party laundry providers are expanding to support hotels, resorts, and other…
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John B Keane’s Pub in Listowel Celebrates 70 Years with a Down-to-Earth Toast
A small-town milestone for a beloved Kerry pub In the heart of Listowel, County Kerry, a milestone quietly arrived as John B Keane’s pub marked 70 years of operation. There was no glitz, no extravagant spectacle—just the kind of evening that long-time patrons and new visitors alike associate with the bar: a warm atmosphere, familiar…
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John B Keane’s Pub in Listowel Celebrates 70 Years of True Kerry Hospitality
Introduction: A landmark of Kerry hospitality turns 70 In a corner of Listowel, County Kerry, there is a pub that has become more than a drinking spot—it is a living archive of local life. John B Keane’s pub marked its 70th year over the weekend with a low-key gathering that reflected the spirit of the…
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Inside the Secret World of Japanese Snack Bars
What are Japanese snack bars and why are they so secret? Across Japan, an estimated 100,000 snack bars—known locally as “snack” establishments—offer a unique window into neighborhood life. These small, intimate venues are less about flashy menus and more about connection: a quiet corner where locals unwind after work, swap stories with the mama who…
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Liverpool’s Hospitality at Breaking Point: A Call to Protect the City’s DNA
Introduction: a city on the edge Liverpool’s pubs, bars, hotels and restaurants have long been the heartbeat of the city’s social and economic life. In recent months, however, leaders of the hospitality sector warn that the sector is teetering on the edge. They describe a convergence of rising costs, staffing challenges and policy pressures that…
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We are in survival mode: Liverpool’s hospitality sector at breaking point
Introduction: a city famed for its hospitality is under pressure Liverpool has long thrived on its social energy — a city where pubs, restaurants, hotels and bars are not just venues but a core part of its identity. Today, leaders of the city’s hospitality sector describe a reality of “survival mode,” warning that rising costs,…
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Belt and Road, RCEP, and CCFTA: Transforming Cambodia’s Tourism through Infrastructure and Trade
Introduction: A new era for Cambodia’s tourism sector Cambodia’s tourism industry sits at a pivotal moment. With a wave of international collaboration—most notably China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), and the Cambodia-China Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA)—the country is seeing tangible improvements in infrastructure, connectivity, and market access. These developments…