Gestione alberghiera

🏆 In August, passenger-kilometer demand grew by 8.6% over the same month in 2023. Total capacity (ASK) increased by 6.5%, with a load factor reaching a record 86.2% (+1.6ppt over August 2023). International demand soared by 10.6% with capacity up by 10.1%, and load factor rose to 85.7% (+0.4ppt). Domestic demand saw a 5.6% rise, capacity a 1.2% increase, and load factor at 86.9% (+3.6ppt). European carriers experienced a 9.1% demand hike, capacity growth of 8.5%, and load factor at 87.2% (+0.5ppt). The Europe-Asia route led the growth but remained below 2019's peak. For more details: www.iata.org.

🏡 Laurent Gardinier, President of Relais & Châteaux, emphasized the importance of motivating employees to ensure optimal guest care at the Luxury Hospitality Conference. Relais & Châteaux, celebrating 70 years, strives to offer the best hospitality experience by making guests feel at home, rather than in a hotel room, through personalized care.

🌱 EcoWorldHotel Academy, founded by CEO Alessandro Bisceglia, offers sustainability training for hoteliers and teams across Italy, focusing on environmental awareness. Key courses include 'Bio Breakfast', 'Room Management and Cleaning', and 'Green Communication'. The program encourages active employee engagement to foster sustainable tourism. EcoWorldHotel also provides a "Go to Eco Hotel" program for hotels seeking environmental certification.

🏠 Renting out your vacation home can provide extra income but requires careful management and strategic planning. Key benefits of automated check-in systems like Chekin include convenience for owners and guests, administrative reduction, and compliance with local regulations. By fully understanding the rental market and identifying target renters, property owners can effectively position their properties. Chekin offers tools to simplify guest management and ensure legal compliance, potentially leading to increased bookings and revenue.

🏖 Alberobello experienced an 8.5% increase in visitors in the first 8 months of 2024, according to Mayor Francesco De Carlo. From January to August, overnight stays totaled 208,146, a rise of 17,760 over 2023. International events boosted foreign tourist numbers, contributing to a +60% surge in overseas arrivals, surpassing Puglia's overall +25%. The positive trend is evident, especially from April to August.

🏠 In Italia, piattaforme come Airbnb, Booking.com e VRBO sono essenziali per i gestori immobiliari per massimizzare la visibilità delle case vacanze e attrarre ospiti internazionali e locali. Airbnb è noto per la sua ampia base di utenti e strumenti di gestione, mentre Booking.com offre prenotazioni immediate e accede a un pubblico diversificato. VRBO si distingue per sistemazioni adatte alle famiglie e ai gruppi. Altre piattaforme come Tripadvisor, HomeToGo, Expedia, Kayak, TravelStaytion, Misterb&b, 9Flats e Rentalia offrono vantaggi unici, come recensioni affidabili, aggregazione di annunci, pubblico LGBTQ+ e enfasi sulle esperienze locali. Strategie come annunci efficaci e automazione con Chekin possono migliorare le prenotazioni e la gestione degli affitti.

🏖️ Mario Ferraro, CEO of Smeralda Holding, aims to extend Costa Smeralda’s season until end of November, potentially including Christmas and New Year. The 2024 season, still ongoing, saw a significant increase in tourist presence, with American and Middle Eastern clientele growth, and record hotel occupancy levels. The strategy includes content creation, a new after-dinner lounge open until 3 AM, and hotel restyling, including Hotel Cala di Volpe’s 60th-anniversary renovation started in 2018. Romazzino and Pitrizza hotels entered LVMH’s portfolio under Belmond and Cheval Blanc brands, focusing on niche, high-quality offerings.

📊 HGV and RateBoard celebrate their five-year collaboration, with over 300 satisfied clients in Alto Adige, making RateBoard a key partner in the region's revenue management sector. The partnership has enabled RateBoard to tailor its offerings to local hospitality needs, enhancing small hoteliers' pricing strategies through advanced AI algorithms. The union has led to higher revenue for many hotels and plans to expand benefits to medium and small enterprises. The collaboration combines industry experience with technological innovation to provide HGV members with valuable profit-increasing tools.

🏖 Provincia di Como launches a €370,000 project for job training in both textile and tourism sectors, funded by €300,000 of European funds. The "Patto territoriale Lario" initiative, starting in autumn, involves over 40 entities and companies, will last 18 months, and aims to respond to local job market needs. The tourism sector in the area employed around 22,000 people in 2023, marking a 6.9% increase from the previous year.

🏖 Isola di Capo Rizzuto, situated in Calabria's Crotone province, dazzles with crystal-clear waters, golden beaches, and a mix of ancient ruins and medieval architecture. The Aragonese Castle of Le Castella, built in the 14th century on a small islet accessible at low tide, embodies the region's maritime history. Visitors enjoy snorkeling and diving amidst rich marine biodiversity. Key cultural sites include the archaeological park of Capo Colonna and the Santuario della Madonna Greca with its Byzantine icon. Local celebrations in May and August showcase vibrant traditions, while the coastline offers stunning beaches and lush vegetation. The Calabrian culinary tradition, featuring soppressata, 'nduja, and fresh seafood, reflects the intense flavors of the land and sea.