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Millennial Travel: A Decade in Review

Though millennials have changed how the hospitality industry presents the guest stay experience and workplace culture, what they want is also rooted in something familiar.

Article by Robert Habeeb for HNN

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Corporate Culture Helps Level Field at Top for Women

Research shows female representation is growing in top roles in hospitality, but certain sectors still lag. Hoteliers say a strong, inclusive culture and positive modeling are closing the gap.

Article by Stephanie Ricca for HNN

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IHG Working with Mayor of London to House Homeless

The Mayor of London with support from the government and working with Intercontinental Hotels Group has secured 300 hotel rooms to enable Londoners sleeping rough to self-isolate.

Article by Guest Contributor for Hospitality & Catering News

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What the $2 Trillion U.S. Stimulus Package Means for Travel Businesses

Many travel brands are eligible to earn U.S. government money through the recently signed CARES Act, but firms must move quickly to capitalize on their share of the stimulus. 

Article by Brian Sumers for Skift

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Travel Advice from the WHO for COVID-19

The World Health Organization (WHO) continues to update it's advice on travel during the COVID-19 outbreak. Resources include situation reports, international travel guidance and more. 

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CDC Travel Guidelines During COVID-19

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta has released a comprehensive resource that details restrictions and best practices for travel, including domestic travel and an FAQ. 

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Four trends to watch for as industry evolves

Entering a new decade brings much speculation on the industry's trajectory, and WhyHotel's Jason Fudin lays out four trends, including a general backlash from WeWork's failed IPO and increasing demand for variety, that he sees on the horizon. 

Article by Jason Fudin for Hotel Management

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IHG debuts voco brand in Africa with Valor Hospitality Partners Africa

IHG has signed voco The Bank, Rosebank in South Africa in partnership with Valor Hospitality Partners Africa, adding to IHG's growing pipeline in the Middle East and Africa. 

Article by Guest Contributor for Hotel News Resource

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IHG's Americas CEO on strategy for the new decade

Through brand launches and acquisitions, InterContinental Hotels Group has been setting itself up to take advantage of new growth opportunities in the coming years, the company’s CEO of the Americas said in a video interview.

Article by Bryan Wroten for HNN

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