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Tech

In Japan, a ‘Strange Hotel’ Will Be Staffed Almost Entirely By Robots

Guests will be welcomed to the property by three 'actroids' -- robots with an uncanny human likeness and an ability to engage in intelligent conversation.

By Geoff Weiss

Entrepreneurs

Traveling Abroad? The Top 10 Hotels in the World.

By Carly Okyle

Buying a Franchise

Why This Hotel Chain Is No. 1 on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 List

By Jason Daley

Buying a Franchise

Hotels Fight for the Right to Block Guests’ Wi-Fi

By Kate Taylor

Buying a Franchise

Marriott Targets Millennials With New Hotel Chain

With fresh design and craft beers, AC Hotels hopes to convince 20-somethings to start booking rooms.

By Kate Taylor

Building a Business

5 Pointers for Finding a Quiet Place to Work on the Road

It's always good to have a couple of options for alternate offices when away from your home turf.

By Breanna Wilson

Building a Business

9 Hotel Spaces to Jazz Up Your Next Networking Event

If unusual venues catch your fancy and you yearn to stage the ultimate gathering, these spots may just do the trick.

By Breanna Wilson

Building a Business

Business Execs Who Stay in Asian Luxury Hotels Fall Prey to Cyber Espionage

Security researchers have uncovered a sophisticated campaign that targets executives once they sign on to computers using in-room wireless connections.

By Reuters

Business News

This Major Hotel Chain Now Lets You Access Your Room by Smartphone

Starwood just became the first hotel chain to allow guests to use their smartphones as keys to their hotel rooms.

By Kate Taylor

Building a Business

When It Comes to Business Travel, When to Scrimp vs. When to Spend

The bottom-line balancing act of business travel.

By Sophia Dembling

Entrepreneurs

6 Over-the-Top Hotel Amenities for Your Next Business Trip

Working hard? Find the ultimate in relaxation at your home away from home with the help of these luxe services.

By Breanna Wilson

Business Ideas

This Robotic Butler Could Make Your Next Hotel Stay…Interesting

A California hotel recently hired a new high-tech employee: a robot butler named A.L.O.

By Emily Price

Entrepreneurs

This Brand of Design-Savvy Hotels Is Built for Entrepreneurs

Aloft leads the pack in the tech-savvy select-service hotel category.

By Elaine Glusac

Marketing

Hotel Says $500 Fine on Negative Yelp Reviews Was a Joke

Angry Yelpers turned on a hotel after an article claimed the hotel fined newlyweds for guests' negative online reviews. Now, the hotel claims it was all a misunderstanding.

By Kate Taylor

Building a Business

Sharing Economy Sets Sights on Business Travelers — But Will They Bite?

Airbnb and Uber both announced new services exclusively targeting businesses, but will travelers look beyond a host of security and regulatory issues plaguing the sharing economy?

By Geoff Weiss

Business News

Hilton’s $550 Million Mobile Push Will Turn Smartphones Into Hotel Room Keys

The initiative is aimed at younger travelers who are increasingly placing hotel reservations on mobile phones.

By Geoff Weiss

Tech

Startup Aims to Meet Tech Challenges of Dining Industry

Red Book Connect's solutions for the four biggest issues restaurants face are already embraced by large numbers of businesses.

By Adam Toren

Entrepreneurs

What – or Who – is Driving Hotel Updates?

Hotels are rethinking front desks and guestrooms. While they're driven by millennials, many of these changes have been long in coming.

By Elaine Glusac

Buying a Franchise

Longtime Owner Sells TGI Fridays for $800 Million

After nearly four decades of ownership, Carlson sold the restaurant chain to two private-equity firms.

By Kate Taylor

Entrepreneurs

Our Annual Picks for the Best in Business Travel

The people, companies and locations that are improving the way we get around and our experience once we get there.

By Bruce Schoenfeld

Building a Business

The Road Warrior’s Secret Defense: A Portable Pharmacy

For about $25 you can replicate this frequent business traveler's arsenal, keep illness at bay and ensure that your trip is a productive one.

By Paula Phelan

Entrepreneurs

Branson’s Latest Bet: Will 2014 Be the Year of Virgin Hotels?

The billionaire has announced plans for a 240-room hotel in trendy Nashville, Tenn., following additional slated properties in Chicago and New York.

By Geoff Weiss

Entrepreneurs

Capturing a Sliver of Your Business Trip for Yourself

A corporate nomad explains her discovery of ways to absorb the amazing places in her travels while still accomplishing her business goals.

By Paula Phelan

Online Presence

Wedding Checklist: DJ, Photographer…Social Media Manager?

W Hotels in New York is offering a $3,000 service to document your wedding on social media. #itwasinevitable

By Wendy Frink

Marketing

The Top Brands in Food Service, Hotels, Retail and More

These brands took the No. 1 spot in various categories. Here's why.

By Jason Daley

Building a Business

Going to SXSW? Here’s Your Survival Guide.

Fourteen things you need to know now if you're headed to the big event in Austin, Texas.

By Alyson Shontell

Business Ideas

The Secret Behind This Legendary Hollywood Hotel’s 50-Year Run

The Sunset Marquis isn't just a place where entertainment icons stay and play--it's a Hollywood legend in its own right. Here's your all-access pass.

By Jason Ankeny

Entrepreneurs

Tipping While Traveling: Whom to Tip and How Much

Almost everyone knows to tip 15 to 20 percent of the bill for restaurant servers, but what about hotel staff, shuttle drivers and others who help you along your trip? Here's some advice.

By Jacqueline Whitmore

Entrepreneurs

Travel Trends We Loved in 2013

These trends gave business travelers something to cheer about this year. Is your favorite listed?

By Elaine Glusac

Business Ideas

Ace Hotel Co-Founder Alex Calderwood Has Died

The public face for his line of hip hotels, Calderwood was 47.

By Jason Fell