Mental Health Matters
At Valor, our PEOPLE FIRST approach centres around the belief that our team members are instrumental to who we are and what we do. We are committed to their Mental Health & Wellbeing by ensuring our work practices, the work environment and our workplace culture will add value to, enhance and protect their overall health and […]
To ‘The Bank’
Valor Hospitality to open the first voco in South Africa When my friend and business partner Steve Cesinger and I founded Valor Hospitality Partners in 2012, we knew we wanted to build a firm that would take risks and do exciting work. To that end, we’ve never hesitated to take on projects that might give […]
Valor Hospitality’s Predictions for the Hospitality Industry in 2021
Many changes are around the corner for the upcoming year, especially for the hospitality industry. Between the optimism about a COVID-19 vaccine and fluctuations in the marketplace, it’s difficult to gauge how the cards will unfold next year. As a leader in the industry, Valor Hospitality Partners got together with our CEO, Euan McGlashan, to […]
Prioritizing Weddings as Part of Your Recovery Plan
The pandemic has been incredibly disruptive on many fronts, including weddings. However, it’s an arm of the hospitality industry that is poised to rebound faster than others. With 21% of couples having postponed their wedding to later in 2020 and 41.5% opting to move their wedding to 2021, hotels will soon start seeing an influx […]
The Future of Hotel Design
As the world mitigates these unprecedented times in the face of COVID-19, the future is sure to hold some intriguing changes for the hospitality industry. While some traditional high-touch hotel practices like buffet breakfasts and minibars may be put to rest, new and innovative features will take their place. As hotels ramp up their efforts […]
A New Era of Smart Hotels
As smart technology takes hold in our homes, we become accustomed to remotely controlling our home’s air temperature, lighting, security systems, and entertainment through mobile devices. This has allowed a seamless transition to smart hotel technologies. Hotels have always tried to reproduce what we have come to expect at home – and then enhance it. […]
How To Do Holiday Travel During COVID-19
Whether you’re looking to rest or visit with family, there are plenty of reasons to travel this holiday season. One thing is for certain though: Taking precautions is on top of the priority list. Holiday travel with COVID-19 is tricky, but you can accomplish it if some of the bigger worries are addressed. Is […]
Hospitality Highlights: 5 Things You Should Know
The hospitality industry is constantly evolving. For our team at Valor Hospitality Partners, staying on top of the latest trends is a key ingredient to the success of our organization. We make it a priority to stay informed, and want to keep our readers informed, too! Read on to discover some of the latest headlines, […]