Jill Dean Rigsbee

Jul 31, 2023 | hotelexecutive.com | Jill Dean Rigsbee |Robert O'Halloran |East Carolina |Patric Yumul

There are hundreds of thousands of hotel restaurants across the world, but only a select few stand out as truly exceptional-places travelers reminisce about for years after a trip; places locals return to time and time again to celebrate life's milestones; places that leave a lasting imprint. But all hotel restaurants can-and should-learn a thing or two from the great ones. The future of our industry is uncertain and competition for diners and travelers has reached a fever pitch.

Jul 31, 2023 | hotelexecutive.com | Rohith Kori |Jill Dean Rigsbee |Robert O'Halloran |East Carolina

With hotels focused on increasing revenue per available room (RevPAR), food and beverage (F&B) revenue is often an overlooked source of financial opportunity for properties. Hotels and resorts can't afford to ignore their F&B offerings, and successful properties invest in innovative technology solutions that expand their F&B reach and create new revenue streams to improve their bottom line.

Jul 31, 2023 | hotelexecutive.com | Jeff Dover |Jill Dean Rigsbee |Robert O'Halloran |East Carolina

When I first started in the hotel business, many hotels considered food and beverage services to be an amenity. Prior to the advent of limited-service hotels, it was a requirement to provide an all-day dining room, a lounge service and, in many cases, a specialty restaurant. If the Food and Beverage Department broke even, all was good. Little was done to maximize food service revenue (let alone manage the middle of the income statement but that is a discussion for another day).

Jul 31, 2023 | hotelexecutive.com | Jill Dean Rigsbee |Robert O'Halloran |East Carolina |Patric Yumul

Miami, a vibrant city known for its stunning beaches, diverse culture, and thriving nightlife, is experiencing a wave of new hotels that promise to redefine luxury and elevate the hospitality experience. As the sun-drenched shores and vibrant cityscape of Miami continue to allure travelers from around the world, these hotels aim to capture the essence of this dynamic destination, offering guests a blend of cutting-edge design, world-class amenities, and unparalleled service.

Jul 7, 2023 | hotelexecutive.com | Cambridge Seven |Jill Dean Rigsbee |Peter McAlpine |Krystal Ramirez

As we steer out of the recent pandemic with a growing emphasis on meeting traveler's health and wellness demands, the necessity for well-designed hotel environments of recreation and relaxation to restore and rejuvenate has become more apparent. Several notable trends have emerged that influence the way hotel spas are conceptualized and designed to engage and arouse all of our senses. The following explores some of these trends and their impact on how to design for the ultimate spa experience.