The landscape of Food & Beverage in boutique hospitality is evolving faster than ever. As guest preferences shift toward mindfulness, wellness, and meaningful experiences, boutique hotels are redefining how they approach culinary offerings — not just as an amenity, but as a core expression of brand identity. We spoke with some of BLLA’s Board Members […]
In the boutique hospitality world — where intimacy, creativity, and character define the guest journey — technology plays a quiet but powerful role. It shapes how travelers discover, evaluate, and ultimately fall in love with a hotel long before they ever step inside. Few understand this intersection of design and digital as clearly as Tarun […]
As the newly named Hospitality Property Management Software Company of the Year 2025 by Travel & Hospitality Tech Outlook, YellowStone by RBS stands out for its human-centered approach to hospitality technology. Built by listening to the people who live hospitality every day, YellowStone empowers properties with the clarity and cohesion needed to deliver exceptional guest […]
Empowering travel brands to drive profitable growth through smarter, data-driven customer engagement. San Francisco and New Delhi, November 2025: RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (NSE: RATEGAIN), a global provider of AI-powered SaaS solutions for the hospitality and travel industry, today announced the completion of its acquisition of Sojern, a leading digital marketing platform for travel and hospitality […]
Munich, November 2025 — In recent projects, dailypoint™ clients achieved digital self-check-in conversion rates exceeding 50% – significantly outperforming global benchmarks*. A recently published case study with lifestyle brand Superbude brings this to life. By connecting key technology in hospitality and for guests – such as PMS with OTA data, and Mobile Messaging – the […]
Mapping new paths for growth & innovation while celebrating BLLA’s 16th anniversary
Hacienda San Antonio Millet, an estate nestled in the Yucatán, is more than a destination. It is a living narrative of history, heritage, and hospitality, guided today by owner and general manager Marisa Calderón. For Marisa, stewardship of the hacienda is not just a professional role but a deeply personal calling. “Twenty-three years ago, my […]
Some events talk about the future; others actively build it. The BLLA Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, happening September 29-30 in Westlake Village, California, is where the pioneers, industry leaders, and creative forces behind boutique hospitality converge. This is an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the insights and inspiration that are propelling the industry forward. […]
In an industry filled with platitudes about growth and scale, it can be hard to find a conference that gets to the heart of what really matters. But the BLLA Boutique Hotel Owners Conference is different. This event is a direct conversation about the essential drivers of value in our industry. As Thomas Brown, CEO […]
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