Glion Institute of Higher Education has launched a new audio podcast bringing together innovative thinkers and expert commentators to talk about the industries it serves – including hospitality. The first season of The Insider Podcast saw host Martin Green hold intimate conversations in London, Amsterdam, Dubai and Montreux. Here are the hospitality highlights from this […] More
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) represent roughly 80% of the Travel & Tourism sector: an astonishing testament to their collective impact. According to the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Together in Travel initiative, SMEs are not just the backbone of our industry; they’re the catalysts for innovation, resilience, and meaningful guest experiences. Their agility […] More
In an era marked by generative AI, digital transformation, and dynamic consumer values, the true differentiator in hospitality and luxury isn’t just sleek technology or cutting-edge processes, it’s the human touch. While operational efficiency remains essential, the future’s most impactful leaders in our industry will excel in soft skills: emotional intelligence, empathy, adaptability, and communication. […] More
Glion Institute of Higher Education is proud to announce its official recognition by the Swiss Accreditation Council (SAC) as a University of Applied Sciences Institute. This accreditation marks the successful completion of a two-year evaluation process and underscores Glion’s commitment to academic excellence and Swiss quality assurance. This significant milestone brings wide-ranging benefits to the […] More
Glion Institute of Higher Education is proud to announce its official recognition by the Swiss Accreditation Council (SAC) as a University of Applied Sciences Institute. This accreditation marks the successful completion of a two-year evaluation process and underscores Glion’s commitment to academic excellence and Swiss quality assurance. This significant milestone brings wide-ranging benefits to the […] More
The Egyptian Hotels Association (EHA) – the official representative body for Egypt’s hotel sector, operating under the umbrella of the Egyptian Tourism Federation – has announced a major two-year partnership with Sommet Education, world leader in hospitality education. This agreement, including Sommet’s renowned institutions Glion Institute of Higher Education and Les Roches, was signed in […] More
phs Greenleaf has launched a new range of Christmas trees and decorations designed to take the stress out of the festive season for the hospitality sector. From traditionally dressed and on-trend Christmas trees to sustainable tree alternatives, phs Greenleaf has developed a range of pre-decorated, pre-lit Christmas trees that can be delivered and dressed anywhere […] More
Following the unveiling of a new undercounter warewashing range in 2024, leading international manufacturer, Classeq has unveiled its new Pass Through range of warewashing machines. Described as ‘bringing simplicity to high-volume warewashing,’ the new Pass Through machines, which are made in Britain, have been showcased to Classeq’s partners at a series of preview events and […] More
The CIDH – Círculo Internacional de Directivos y Directivas de Hotelería/International Association of Executives & Hotel Managers, the largest global association connecting over 39,500 senior executives in the hotel and tourism sector across 72 countries, has signed a strategic agreement with Sommet Education, a global leader in hospitality, luxury, and culinary arts education. Sommet Education brings together […] More
To celebrate the success of its portfolio of programs fully dedicated to luxury, Glion Institute of Higher Education has unveiled an exceptional artistic collaboration with visionary digital artist Vincent Smadja. Together, they bring to life a dreamlike piece, a true celebration of beauty, excellence, and well-being, where luxury and hospitality are a spectacle – an […] More
Les Roches, ranked No.2 worldwide in higher education for hospitality and leisure management (QS World University Rankings, 2025), has officially launched the world’s first postgraduate program exclusively dedicated to luxury private aviation. Developed in a strategic partnership with Jetex, a global leader in private aviation services, the program supports the increasing demand for highly-qualified talent […] More
In an age when “innovation” often evokes algorithms, automation, or AI-generated experiences, it’s time to reframe the conversation, especially in the hospitality sector. True disruption doesn’t always start with robots. Sometimes, it begins with a meeting room, a new leadership mindset, and a better way of working with people. In fact, innovation in hospitality must […] More