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Be prepared for a very different guest experience
Although hospitality has its roots as far back as ancient Greece, the hotel industry is in for its most significant changes yet. Post-COVID, guests will want a touch-free experience, at check in, in the room and gym, and at check out.
Read more in my Medium Post, Hospitality: Present, Past, Future.
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