Monthly Archives: July 2015

Hotel Industry Terms to Know

Posted on July 31, 2015 by Vivian Ho

I would like to share some information here. Hopefully what I share with you here would be helpful to you now or in the future. This list of terms is meant to be an ongoing resource within the ever-changing hotel industry. This … Continue reading →

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SAMSON

Posted on July 30, 2015 by samson

 REPORT ON WHAT I LEARNT ABOUT VARIOUS POSITIONS. During my internship with NOHO Group of Companies in the accounting departments I interacted with the Accounts payable Manager and the assistant, the Staff payroll manager, the Finance manager, and the Human Resource … Continue reading →

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The Challenges of South African Wine in the UK

Posted on July 28, 2015 by Greg

I know this article is based in UK but it is also relevant to the U.S. It talks about the challenges S.A wine faces. How people more often then not turn the nose up at it. I find a lot … Continue reading →

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Putting on the Ritz in the Kitchen

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Vivian Ho

http://www.hospitalitynet.org/news/global/147000333/4070907.html The Ritz Carlton in Sarasota, Florida, a stunning, 266-room luxury property.  It featured a traditional dining establishment. Catering primarily to in-house guests, the restaurant’s premium pricing rendered it primarily as ‘special occasion only’ space for locals. Jack Dusty has great seafood … Continue reading →

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Hotel’s Website into a Powerful Business Tool

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Vivian Ho

http://www.hospitalitynet.org/news/global/154000320/4071147.html Photos, rooms and amenities description on the hotel’s website and the location represent the emotional side, responsible for almost 60% of traveler decision. There are 7 tips that will help turn the hotel website into a powerful sales tool. They are … Continue reading →

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Industry Research

Posted on July 25, 2015 by johnadamidis

Link: http://citytech.ezproxy.cuny.edu:2048/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=hjh&AN=43455706&site=ehost-live&scope=site Works cited: Ogle, Alfred. “Making Sense of the Hotel Guestroom.” Journal of Retail & Leisure Property 8.3 (2009): 159-72. Web. 25 July 2015. This paper explores the significance of a hotel room and its influence to the overall … Continue reading →

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Industry Research

Posted on July 25, 2015 by johnadamidis

Link: http://citytech.ezproxy.cuny.edu:2048/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=hjh&AN=99030190&site=ehost-live&scope=site Works cited: Mest, C. Elliott. “Housekeeping Needs WORKFLOW.” Hotel Management (21582122) 229.13 (2014): 26. Web. 25 July 2015. Proper and thoroughly organizing all details of your work is very important. In the housekeeping department this is an essential … Continue reading →

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Industry Research

Posted on July 25, 2015 by johnadamidis

Link: http://citytech.ezproxy.cuny.edu:2048/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=hjh&AN=42223574&site=ehost-live&scope=site Works Cited Jones, Peter, and Abhijeet Siag. “A Re-examination of the Factors That Influence Productivity in Hotels: A Study of the Housekeeping Function.” Tourism & Hospitality Research 9.3 (2009): 224-34. Web. 25 July 2015. This research examines the … Continue reading →

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Industry Research

Posted on July 25, 2015 by johnadamidis

June 11, 2015 at 1:50 pm https://www.samsungbusinessblog.com/2015/04/10/an-extraordinary-guest-experience-at-the-sls-las-vegas-hotel-casino/#.VXZk_L8zwAo.mailto In this great article we see how technology is getting more and more integrated in the hotel industry. Samsung is providing their products to enhance the guest experience while strengthening the brand. 60 … Continue reading →

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South African Wine Information

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Prof. Karen Goodlad

Here is a short article just published by the Wall Street Journal. You may need to be on campus to read it or have a subscription: http://www.wsj.com/articles/south-africa-the-best-fine-wine-for-your-money-1437648173

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