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Those who have already traveled the world can set their sights even higher in the future. You can now apply to stay at a hotel on the moon. The prices are astronomical, and whether the hotel will actually be built is still written in the stars.
A study investigated workplace accidents. The results are surprising. The analysis shows that hotel employees are exposed to a significantly higher risk of injury than their colleagues in the restaurant industry.
Feeling comfortable is not only created by architecture, design or service, but also by music. A European pilot music study has measured the influence of local music on the hotel experience for the first time. Motel One launched a trial balloon.
Concrete made from human urine: campers at a travel fair donated their urine for this purpose. Researchers at the University of Stuttgart are using it to develop a type of concrete that does not require conventional cement and is said to be significantly more climate friendly.
Families travelling to Japan can now do so with light luggage. The apartment brand Mimaru offers its guests a sharing service for clothing. An example that could also catch on in Europe.
Mega infinity pools, sophisticated spa rituals, private butlers... For many luxury hotel guests, all this is no longer enough. Now they want to experience the night: "noctourism" is coming.
It is set to be colourful, interactive and a meeting place for gamers. Console manufacturer Atari is planning a 124 million US dollar-project in Phoenix, Arizona - Atari Hotels.
People who love their pets want to spend their holidays with them. Some pet owners book holidays at dog hotels, others take their own caravans. Now there are even cruises especially for dogs and their owners.
A total of three hotels worldwide are permitted to call themselves ‘Starlight Accommodation’ (Alojamiento Starlight). This curious award is particularly interesting for professional stargazers and amateur astronomers.
Tipping is becoming less common in traditional sectors such as the taxi industry and skilled trades. At the same time, the digital ‘tip button’ is fundamentally changing the psychological contract between guests and service staff.









