Expansive Gaylord Hotels Re-Open Today Marking a Positive Return for the Hospitality Industry

Today marks a significant milestone in the return to business of the U.S. hotel industry, as three sprawling resorts reopen their doors. Ready to welcome back travelers this summer, Gaylord Rockies in Colorado, Gaylord Palms in Florida and Gaylord Opryland in Tennessee join the recently opened Gaylord Texan to offer four hotel and entertainment destinations that provide a multitude of experiences within acres of indoor space as well as outdoor pool play. Diverse summer programming includes family-friendly activities and live entertainment for all ages while socially distanced; the hallmarks of what consumers need from a summer escape in today’s travel environment.

In accordance with Marriott’s “Commitment to Clean” protocols, the resorts will provide enhanced cleaning technology, hospital-grade disinfectants, attendants dedicated to sanitizing frequently throughout the day, new social distancing protocols, and hundreds of new cleaning processes to take care of guests while they enjoy the resorts’ amenities. Additionally, the Gaylord Hotels ownership group, Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. selected Vanderbilt University Medical Center, a leader in medical research, as its official wellness advisor. These combined efforts will further support the multi-phased health and sanitation plans, procedures, and employee training.

Providing “everything in one place” for visitors, Gaylord Hotels are delivering re-imagined summer experiences and amenities to meet the demand of drive-market leisure travelers

Gujarat, 3 other States estimated to register double-digit contraction in GSDP: Ind-Ra

Gujarat, Assam, Goa, and Sikkim are likely to see a double-digit contraction in gross state domestic product (GSDP) during the current fiscal (FY21), India Ratings & Research (Ind-Ra) said.

The agency expects “the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of all states in India to contract in FY21. The contraction will be in the range of 1.4 per cent-14.3 percent.”The Indian economy is estimated to de-growth by 5.3 percent.

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www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/gujarat-3-other-states-estimated-to-register-double-digit-contraction-in-gsdp-ind-ra/article31944287.ece?utm_source=pushnotifications&utm_campaign=pushnotifications&utm_medium=ALL_USER#

The First-ever Adults-only Casino in Vegas Will Have America’s Largest Pool Amphitheater

Circa Resort & Casino plans to be the first-ever adult-only, 21+ casino-resort in Las Vegas history. As a special tribute, the resort will be home to Vegas Vickie, one of the most iconic neon signs from the Strip, in their own lobby. Circa Resort & Casino will house a truly unique pool amphitheater. 

Circa will also offer some unique dining experiences, such as Saginaw’s Delicatessen (a family-style deli), Victory Burger & Wings Co.

The resort was planned to open in December 2020, but the company has recently announced it will be opening its first five floors and parking garage to guests as soon as Oct. 28, 2020.

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www.travelandleisure.com/attractions/adults-only-casino-circa-resort-las-vegas

Dubai to allow tourists from July 7

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Dubai to welcome tourists from 7 July 2020; tourists required to present recent COVID-19 negative certificate or undergo testing and adhere to strict protocols at Dubai airports

International tourists must download the COVID-19 DXB app and register their details. They must also have valid health insurance and the airline has the right to refuse to board. Tourists must do a PCR test with a maximum validity of four days (96 hours) ahead of the date of departure.

Those who test positive for COVID-19 should isolate themselves for 14 days at their home or in an institutional facility provided by the government at their own expense.

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Seaside Finolhu to reopen on Oct 1 after major upgrade

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Seaside Finolhu is set to reopen its doors to visitors on October 1 after completing its highly anticipated transformation project. This keenly anticipated transformation covers guest villas, restaurants, public areas, and a state-of-the-art indoor golf studio.

In line with the resort upgrades, Finolhu will also introduce the new names and concepts for its four restaurants and spa. Translated as “sandbank”, Finolhu is one of the finest island resorts located in the UNESCO-protected Baa atoll.

The resort also encourages its valued guests to continue sharing their memorable #SeasideFinolhu stories on social media.

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maldives.net.mv/39631/seaside-finolhu-to-reopen-on-oct-1-after-major-upgrade/

Abu Dhabi hotels to get new hygiene and safety certification

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Hotels in Abu Dhabi will now receive Go Safe Certification to let people know they have achieved high levels of health and safety. It's part of the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi's plan to reopen the emirate to tourists.

W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island is the first hotel to be certified. Next up are six more hotels, four attractions, two theme parks, two malls, and a public beach. The first step of the program is guided self-assessments using guidelines and checklists provided by DCT.

The program is the initial step in our new tourism approach - one that puts consumer priorities and concerns at the forefront

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www.hoteliermiddleeast.com/business/118145-abu-dhabi-hotels-to-get-new-hygiene-and-safety-certification

Atmosphere Hotels to relaunch Vittaveli as uber-luxe OZEN Reserve Vittaveli

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Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts has announced the launch of OZEN Reserve Vittaveli in South Male Atoll, Maldives; establishing its uber-luxe brand – The OZEN Collection.OZEN Reserve Vittaveli will be launched as a luxury lifestyle resort immersed in an exotic Indian Ocean Hospitality.”

Set to open in October, the OZEN Reserve Vittaveli will epitomize relaxed, ultra-luxe island living with grand spaces, access to sun-kissed ocean fronts, and gourmet dine-by-design experiences.

 Inspired by the ‘Joy of Giving’ core philosophy, OZEN resorts offer guests luxury and pure indulgence in pristine, Indian Ocean locations.

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maldives.net.mv/39543/atmosphere-hotels-to-relaunch-vittaveli-as-uber-luxe-ozen-reserve-vittaveli/

Starbucks Adds Impossible Sausage to U.S. Menu in Blow to Beyond Meat

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Starbucks Corp. is adding an Impossible Foods Inc. sandwich to its U.S. breakfast line-up, a blow to rival Beyond Meat Inc. in the battle for plant-based dominance. The coffee behemoth announced it’s adding an Impossible sausage, egg, and cheddar sandwich to its summer menu at the majority of its roughly 15,000 U.S. locations.

The company is also testing direct-to-consumer sales.Consumers are rapidly adopting plant-based meat substitutes that increasingly taste and feel like food made from beef and pork. This trend appears to have persisted amid the COVID-19 pandemic 

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www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-06-23/starbucks-adds-impossible-sausage-to-u-s-menu-in-blow-to-beyond?sref=3BKwKPWy

Group overview: Wyndham plans 128 hotel openings in the coming year

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 Wyndham has big plans for the coming years with 128 hotels and 28,758 rooms in their pipeline. The group’s focus lies on expanding its presence in the Asia Pacific region. It is unsurprising that the top 5 national growth markets include three countries in this region. 

China leads the list with 31 openings and 7,608 rooms. India and Vietnam round it out with 9 and 6 new properties, respectively. Argentina comes in second place with 12 launches and 1,046 rooms, followed by the United States with 10 new hotels and 3,009 rooms.

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Punjab moves towards further reopening, allows restaurant dine-in, marriage halls at 50% capacity

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The Punjab government moved towards the further reopening of the economy, allowing hotels, restaurants, and marriage halls to operate at 50 percent capacity, with strict adherence to social-distancing norms and other health protocols.

According to fresh guidelines issued here, restaurants in the state are now allowed 'dine-in' facility till 8 pm, with 50 percent occupancy or 50 guests, whichever is less.

The bars shall continue to remain closed. Liquor can be served in the function as per the excise policy of the state.

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www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2020/jun/23/punjab-moves-towards-further-reopening-allows-restaurant-dine-in-marriage-halls-at-50-capacity-2160418.html

New boutique Dunedin Hotel set for summer 2021 opening

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The natural landscape of New Zealand's South Island has heavily influenced a new hotel set to be launched within the city of Dunedin.

Developed through Dunedin family Property Investment Group CL Hotels, Ebb-Dunedin will ready to welcome guests by summer 2021.

CL Hotels Development Manager Dylan Cazemier said the aim was to build a modern boutique hotel designed to provide guests with relaxed luxury for a restful pause on their journey.

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www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2020/06/24/new-boutique-dunedin-hotel-set-summer-2021-opening/1592968308

Brenton Hotel introduces new culinary leadership team

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RI Andy Ross, Managing Director of the Brenton Hotel, the new 57-room luxury boutique hotel on the harbor opening in July 2020, announced the appointment of Kevin Wood as Executive Chef and Emily Brakenhoff as Food and Beverage Director. Ross said, “Kevin and Emily are the perfect teams to bring to life every culinary touchpoint at the Brenton. 

With nearly 35 years of experience in the restaurant industry, Kevin Wood was previously the Executive Chef at Newport’s iconic White Horse Tavern, “America’s Oldest Tavern”.

Emily Brakenhoff brings nearly 10 years of front-of-house restaurant operations and guest relations expertise to her new position at the Brenton Hotel.

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whatsupnewp.com/2020/06/brenton-hotel-introduces-new-culinary-leadership-team/

Kevin Wood ,Executive Chef & Emily Brakenhoff ,Food and Beverage Director

LG Pairing ‘Clean Remote’ With New Hotel TVs

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When hotels purchase a new hotel TV from LG, they will also receive a free “Clean Remote,” which LG says will help address the health concerns of travelers. Clean Remote is now part of LG Business Solutions USA’s new Health Protocol Initiative

The Clean Remote features a non-porous, sealed membrane that can reduce bacteria and germs by as much as 99% compared to traditional remotes.LG is offering the Clean Remote for a limited time.

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www.tvtechnology.com/news/lg-pairing-clean-remote-with-new-hotel-tvs

Five Star Unveils Two Flagship Stores In Delhi NCR Region

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Five Star, Charoen Pokphand foods PCL brand, established in 1985 in Thailand is on a major expansion drive. The Quick-Service Restaurant (QSR) is launching two flagship outlets in Gurugram and Ghaziabad which are Company Owned Company Operated.

Five Star aims to build up a franchise business with its branches in Delhi NCR via Franchisee Owned Franchisee Operated (FOFO) model. Our new outlets promise to manifest across different levels and will help us offer our customers a more wholesome experience.

As per the new guidelines by Union Home Ministry of India, Five Star Chicken decided to limit the capacity on sitting arrangements; hence there will be ten people in the entire restaurant at one time.

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www.businessworld.in/article/Five-Star-unveils-two-flagship-stores-in-Delhi-NCR-region/23-06-2020-290276/

New Virtual Restaurant Brands Company Virturant Out to Save the Restaurant Industry

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Virturant, the startup virtual delivery-only restaurant company launched in January 2020 to save the restaurant industry, creates an entirely new revenue stream for eateries with extra capacity looking to earn more money.  By making productive use of underused/unused kitchen staff and operational hours, restaurants can increase revenue and profitability.

It’s easy to manage orders on these platforms with innovative tablet integration software – as all four delivery apps are managed by one tablet and one printer all supplied by Virturant.

The Model

By entering into a licensing agreement, restaurants can go from producing the items on their existing menu, to also offering entirely new items

“In addition to a new customer base, the magic in our model is that peak ordering demand for delivery is different from peak serving time for the typical sit-down, fast-casual restaurant,” said Jon Register, CEO, Virturant.

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www.restaurantnews.com/new-virtual-restaurant-brands-company-virturant-out-to-save-the-restaurant-industry-061620/

US: Sikh-owned Indian restaurant vandalised in New Mexico

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An Indian restaurant owned by a Sikh in the Sante Fe city in the U.S. state of New Mexico was broken into and vandalised with hate messages scrawled on its walls, according to a media report. The damage caused to India Palace Restaurant is estimated to be worth $100,000.

The Sikh American Legal Defence and Education Fund (SALDEF), a non-profit civil rights organization, has condemned the incident.

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timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/us-sikh-owned-indian-restaurant-vandalised-in-new-mexico/articleshow/76543184.cms

Hospitality app launches to aid social distancing at venues

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While dine-in operations have started again in the UAE, many diners are still tentative about venturing out into the world amid a pandemic.

Reducing this problem for both diners and operators, Opaala has launched to help digitize much of the dine-in experience. The UAE-born tech startup provides a smart app to be used across participating hotels, restaurants, nightlife spots, and beach clubs.

Speaking about the startup, Opaala Co-founder Marwan Saab said: “It is easy for customers to be overlooked when venues are managing high footfall. 

watch a demonstration video below:

https://youtu.be/PP-8wxZ8fY0

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www.caterermiddleeast.com/suppliers/84572-hospitality-app-launches-to-aid-social-distancing-at-venues

This young chef is building own food brand

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Chef Karanveer Singh (21), who was earlier aspiring to work in the hotel industry after his graduation, is now working to set up his own home catering business. He is pursuing a BSc in hospitality and hotel management from New Delhi. He had finished his internship with ITC, Maurya when the pandemic struck.

He spent his lockdown working on his own niche home catering business with his father Chef Arundeeep Singh.

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www.tribuneindia.com/news/amritsar/this-young-chef-is-building-own-food-brand-102017

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts is opening five new Hotels in China

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The hotel franchising company said it will add five new hotels to its Ramada by Wyndham brand this quarter, with three of the hotels already open: the 142-room Ramada by Wyndham Luoyang Downtown, the 191-room Ramada by Wyndham Jianyang and the 140-room Ramada by Changsha Wuguang.

Joining them later this month will be the 101-room Ramada by Wyndham Wuhan Qingshan and 179-room Ramada by Wyndham Kunming Yiliang.

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www.businesstraveller.com/business-travel/2020/06/21/wyndham-hotels-and-resorts-is-opening-five-new-hotels-in-china/

Toronto is getting a new Hotel next to the Waterfront

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One of Toronto's most ambitious development projects will include a hotel component as the Pinnacle One Yonge revises its plans once again to create a new addition. The five-building development designed by Hariri Pontarini Architects.

The overall development also includes three residential towers, one of which will become Canada's tallest condo tower when completed.

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www.blogto.com/real-estate-toronto/2020/06/toronto-new-hotel-waterfront/