WorldVue logo, with text in white and bird in sky blue on transparent background

Blog

WorldVue logo and image of someone using VR headset, with text "Using AR and VR for an Unforgettable Guest Experience"

Using AR and VR for an Unforgettable Guest Experience

As the hospitality industry becomes increasingly competitive, it’s crucial for properties to differentiate themselves to guests. Modern travelers are often seeking unforgettable experiences, not just a place to rest. To meet this demand, hotels can use Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies to create immersive experiences that surprise and delight guests. Recent data underscores the growing popularity of AR and VR. In 2022, a third of survey respondents said they would be “very

Read More »
image of bleisure traveler walking through lobby with suitcase and mobile phone, with WorldVue logo and text "10 Ways Hotel Technology Can Delight Bleisure Travelers"

10 Ways Hotel Technology Can Delight Bleisure Travelers

Over the past several years, especially post-pandemic, more and more professionals have begun to blend business trips with leisure activities. According to a survey by the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA), 9 out of 10 business travelers expressed interest in adding a leisure component to their trips. A report by Allied Market Research estimates the global bleisure travel industry at $315.3 billion in 2022 and predicts it will hit $731.4 billion by 2032. Such

Read More »
VoIP phone with text saying "7 Reasons Why VoIP Is Essential for Modern Hospitality" and WorldVue logo

7 Reasons Why VoIP Is Essential for Modern Hospitality

For hospitality properties, having a well-functioning telephone solution is crucial. However, while Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) may have been great years ago, it’s a technology designed for another age. Newer phone technologies such as VoIP can be much less expensive – up to 50% less per line – and much more flexible to meet your property’s needs. Do Telephones Matter Anymore? Yes! Hotels use telephone systems to facilitate communication between guests and various departments,

Read More »
Apple Airplay: Another Way to Improve Your Guest Experience

Apple AirPlay for Hotels: Another Way to Improve Your Guest Experience

In recent surveys, at least two-thirds of hotel guests say they’d like the option to cast content from their own devices to guest room TVs. However, it can be tricky for guests to figure out how to do this. To solve this problem, Apple has introduced a version of AirPlay for hotels. A solution for hotels Although hotels have increasingly been adding options for casting, in practice, it has been challenging for guests to use

Read More »
person's hands holding mobile phone showing ProSafe app, next to WorldVue and ProSafe logos with text "Safe Stays: Elevating Security Standards in Hospitality"

Safe Stays: Elevating Security Standards in Hospitality

In the lively world of hospitality, ensuring the safety and security of guests and staff is a top priority. Every interaction, every moment, hinges on the assurance of a protected environment. Hotels are not just places of leisure – they are sanctuaries where guests seek comfort and peace of mind. Likewise, for employees, a safe working environment is non-negotiable. The Significance of Safety: A Foundation of Trust At the heart of the hospitality industry lies

Read More »
person using phone and tablet, overlaid with image of lock, plus WorldVue logo and text saying "Protecting Your Hotel: 7 Tips for Technology Risk Management"

Protecting Your Hotel: 7 Tips for Technology Risk Management

The headlines are stark: “Hackers say they stole 6 terabytes of data from casino giants MGM, Caesars.” -Reuters “Casino giant MGM expects $100 million hit from hack that led to data breach.” -CNN “Caesars Entertainment Hit with Class Action Over August 2023 Data Breach.” -ClassAction.org Recent headlines have trumpeted the dire consequences of data breaches in the hospitality industry. But data breaches aren’t the only risk. To avoid ending up in the headlines for the

Read More »
hand holding phone showing ProSafe solution, with WorldVue logo and text saying "Is Your Team’s Safety and Well-Being Your Top Priority?"

Is Your Team’s Safety and Well-Being Your Top Priority?

Many states and cities have passed or are working on legislation regarding monitored panic button technology for hospitality properties. Depending on the number of rooms you have, your locality may now require you to provide this technology for your staff. Even if your hotel is under the threshold for this requirement, protecting your team is the right thing to do. Introducing ProSafe You want to keep your staff safe and ensure their well-being to meet

Read More »
older man using tablet, with WorldVue logo and text that says "Connected Technology for Senior Living: 5 Ideas for Combating Loneliness and Isolation"

Connected Technology for Senior Living: 5 Ideas for Combating Loneliness and Isolation

Connected technology for senior living offers ways to combat loneliness and isolation. Loneliness and Isolation Are Major Health Concerns for Seniors As the median age of the US population continues to rise, it’s essential to consider the well-being of seniors. In particular, loneliness and social isolation are concerns, with research showing that nearly one-fourth of adults aged 65 and older are considered to be socially isolated. Loneliness and isolation have been linked to many physical

Read More »
7 Ways Hotels Can Use Technology to Meet Diverse Guest Needs

7 Ways Hotels Can Use Technology to Meet Diverse Guest Needs

In our blog posts and white papers, we often highlight the importance of the guest experience to a hotel’s bottom line. A hotel with a great guest experience will always be more successful than one that isn’t as responsive to guests. To provide the best experience possible, hotels must ensure that they are meeting guests’ diverse needs. For example, some multilingual guests are not as comfortable communicating in English. Some may have other language-related needs.

Read More »
black background with WorldVue logo, text saying Making Hotels Greener with Sustainable Technology, and stylized hand suggesting a network with a lightbulb floating above it that has a tree in it

Making Hotels Greener with Sustainable Technology

In recent years, there has been increasing discussion of environmental impact in enterprise, and the hotel industry is no different. Sustainability, eco-friendliness, carbon neutrality, low-waste, “going green” – many brands, vendors, and industry groups are focusing on how hotels can be better for the environment. Becoming more sustainable isn’t a matter of checking boxes – “Yep, we’re green now.” It’s an ongoing process of examining your operations to determine where you can improve. This can

Read More »
background suggesting network connections with lit-up points, with the WorldVue logo and the text "Network Assurance: Improving the Guest Network Experience with AI and Machine Learning"

Network Assurance: Improving the Guest Network Experience with AI and Machine Learning

What is network assurance, and why is it important? In the simplest sense, network assurance means ensuring your network performs well and is reliable and secure. In practice, this involves monitoring and managing your network to deliver a consistently great user experience. Hotel guests have come to expect that they will have reliable high-speed Internet access throughout their stay. Business guests require a stable and secure connection for work, and leisure travelers depend on connectivity

Read More »
2024 tech trends- great connectivity plus entertainment choice yields a better experience

2024 Technology Trends for Hospitality and Residential Properties – Part 2

In Part 1 of our series in December, we highlighted insights and advice from our leadership team on technology. Now, we’ll look at some data-based technology trends and recommendations for a better experience with WiFi and entertainment in 2024. The Data To gain insight into customer behavior, we looked at data from our customer portals for WiFi and infotainment. This isn’t a complete picture of all our customers; for example, some brands have hardware requirements

Read More »

Need Help?

Submit this form and a Customer Care Specialist will be in touch as quickly as possible!