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Everything starts with intention and a clear vision. Even your next dream vacation. As we come back to work after the family day long weekend, let's get focused and moving with some must-visit foodie destinations. Check out these amazing restaurants and hospitality industry hotspots, perfect for any chef or hotel management professional looking to expand their culinary horizons. #foodie #chef #restaurants #hospitalityindustry #hotelmanagement

Here’s how to spot a tourist trap restaurant and ensure you get the best dining experience on your travels: - 🎉 Overly enthusiastic welcomes and flashy entrances - 🌍 Menus with multiple languages and plastic-coated pictures - 📍 Close proximity to major tourist attractions - 📋 Large, diverse menus lacking focus on quality - 🍰 Generic desserts and standard drink selections - 📸 Focus on photogenic setups and flashy presentations - 🌐 Tourist-filled clientele with few locals #TravelTips #Foodie #RestaurantGuide - 🚪 Loud, flashy entrances with hosts actively soliciting customers can be a major red flag. - 🏙️ Restaurants near major attractions often sacrifice quality for convenience and high turnover. - 📑 A menu that tries to cater to everyone likely doesn't excel at anything specific. - 🍦 Desserts that look too perfect or are standard fare are usually mass-produced. - 📷 Restaurants emphasizing Instagram-worthiness over food quality should be avoided. - 🗣️ Observing the language and attire of fellow diners can indicate the authenticity of the restaurant. 6 Red Flags You're About To Eat At A Tourist Trap Restaurant https://lnkd.in/gdzuw4_h

Have you debated trying an all-inclusive resort? 🤔 Here are 5 reasons why they are the best option when traveling to Mexico or the Caribbean. Ready to plan your next epic escape? Schedule an appt to discuss! https://lnkd.in/dhstaS4D 1. ☕It's not all about the alcohol! Coffee, tea, lemonade, mocktails and even bottled/drinkable water cost extra at non all-inclusive properties. These drinks add up- bottled water can be upwards of $5 each! With the heat, drinks also get warm quickly, and it’s not as easy to replace them when you are paying for every single one. 2. 🏓All-inclusive resorts typically have more dining options, activities and facilities than non all-inclusive resorts. There is way more to do during the day without having to pay for activities individually. 3. ⛱Easy access to the beach- most all-inclusive resorts are on the beach, whereas most non all-inclusives are in the cities, requiring a cab ride. 4. ☑️Convenience- no need to figure out how to get to different restaurants or narrow down from hundreds of choices where to go... everything is right there for you! All members of the family can find something they want, and for the pickiest of eaters, they can try a few things until they find something they love. 5. 💸Budgeting- you know what you will be spending upfront, and no one needs to pull out their wallet (except to tip!) Food, drink, activities, and service all at your fingertips- who wouldn't want that?!? Picture is from Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya for my 15 year anniversary and we had a BLAST!

One of the best ways to explore a destination is through its cuisine. Culinary-themed travel experiences like chef-guided market tours, cooking classes, and foraging excursions give properties so many ways to elevate the guest experience. I love these examples of how properties around the world are creating immersive and delicious ways for their guests to fully experience the culture. I'd love to hear what your property is doing to embrace culinary travel- it's a trend that's here to stay! ⬇️ Drop a comment below #hospitality #guestexperience #luxuryhotels #customerservice #serviceexcellence #worldhealthday #hospitality101 #hospitalitytips

The #Allinclusive #Resorts are of a great value especially when it comes to families and couples as it gives a lot of #Flexibility for its #Customers . A resort with Multi-Dining options , would allow its guests to reserve in advance to one their #Alacarte dining options and still allows its customes to go to the #Buffet restaurant. Which means , if a customer is not satisfied with the A la carte dining option they can simply walk-In into the buffet resto. The selection of All inclusive resorts should be maximized when a customer is reserving online . The bigger the resort and the more dining options the more value they will get. If you pay a bit more for a restaurant that gives you a 10 or more dining options while staying for a week, it would be better than saving a bit and get stuck with less options where you don't guarantee even the seating availability in the speciality restaurants. Another advise while staying at an all inclusive resort is to consider booking for an #Excursion every second day , so you spend a full day in the resort and go out to discover a new adventure in the city , this way you maximize your stay and don't get bored . My last personal advise is to book via #Expedia as it has never disappointed me personally in my bookings. #Allinclusive #Resorts #Travel #Holidays

All-Inclusive Getaways! When it’s time for a vacation, every dollar counts. And with all-inclusive getaways serving up unlimited dining, drinks, activities, entertainment and more, there’s never been a better way to travel. So the next time you decide to break away for a little rest and relaxation, make sure you’re maximizing every penny with all-inclusive destinations, exclusive offers and special deals. https://lnkd.in/empjTr4G #allinclusivevacation

With 2025 being dubbed "The Year of the Travel Maximizer," trend forecasts report that nearly 20% of people will travel for leisure specifically to seek out new dining and culinary experiences. Great news for restaurants, bars, and the hospitality industry as a whole! Safe to say I definitely fall in that 20%. Some other quick takeaways: • After accommodations, dining experiences are the next highest travel budget priority in 2025.  • 50% of global travelers book restaurant reservations before their flights.  • 60% of luxury travelers prioritize staying at hotels with great restaurants. https://lnkd.in/eUC6d9kT

One of the best ways to explore a destination is through its cuisine. Culinary-themed travel experiences like chef-guided market tours, cooking classes, and foraging excursions give properties so many ways to elevate the guest experience. I love these examples of how properties around the world are creating immersive and delicious ways for their guests to fully experience the culture. I'd love to hear what your property is doing to embrace culinary travel- it's a trend that's here to stay! ⬇️ Drop a comment below #hospitality #guestexperience #luxuryhotels #customerservice #serviceexcellence #worldhealthday #hospitality101 #hospitalitytips

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IMO a high-level, luxury vacation means…  Bringing a chef along. It’s expensive but transforms your vacation. People choose the luxury of a hotel over an apartment because they want the constant support, cleanliness, and amenities including the pool, gym, and spa. Luxurious accommodation ➡️ hotel. Luxury food ➡️chef. You pay a chef a lot of money so that they’ll take care of all of your food needs and wants. No matter the size of your request, they’ll cook it. Chefs prepare super fresh food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. When and how you want it. They’ll cook food you like, And give each of your kids food that they’ll actually eat. Every dish will be elegant and beautifully presented. They’ll give you a fine dining experience, a buffet experience, or a kumzitz experience.  They’ll set out a new layout based on the guests coming and the vibe you’re looking to create. Hungry?  No problem. The chef will whip up a perfect meal made from the freshest food. For a Kosher traveler, a chef will take their trip to a new level. It’s an expense that transforms a high-level trip into a truly luxurious experience. >And yes, we do chefs< DM me for more information.