Neil Jones’ Post

Big fan of Time Out! The Lisbon venue is always bustling with energy and has an incredible vibe, whether it's day or night. Excited to hear about their expansion into more amazing locations! 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐘𝟐𝟒 𝐄𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐝𝐚 𝐚𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Time Out Group plc has reported strong fourth quarter trading and said it expects to deliver FY24 Ebitda ahead of expectations. In a trading update for the year ended 30 June 2024, the group said it has delivered improving sales growth rates, with both Media and Market sales accelerating during the final quarter of the financial year. The strength of the sales performance has been accompanied by disciplined management of costs and, accordingly, the group expects Ebitda for the year to be ahead of current market expectations (consensus being £6.7m Ebitda pre IFRS16 and £11.7m post IFRS16). The group highlighted the successful opening of Time Out Porto in May, bringing its portfolio to eight locations, with a further eight new Markets in development and opening over the next 36 months. 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐚 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲, 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐟𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟏𝟐 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐡𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧, 𝐎𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐚, 𝐕𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐬𝐭.

We are very happy to announce cooperation with NH Hotel Group for #NegotiCON 2024! Are you planning to come to NegotiCON but don’t live in Prague? We’ve got great news for you!😉 We recommend staying at The 5* NH Collection Prague Carlo IV, for its quality service and close proximity to the venue and city centre. We have arranged a special fixed rate for you, starting at € 255,00 per night (single occupancy), including buffet breakfast. These rates are valid 3 days prior and 3 days after NegotiCON, and available until 1st March 2024. The 5* NH Collection Prague Carlo IV is located on Senovážné náměstí 13, on the border of the Old and New City of Prague. Just a ten-minute walk from Old Town Square, all the city’s key landmarks can be reached easily on foot, while nearby transport links connect guests with other major cities such as Brno, Dresden and Vienna. You can book a room of your preferences at NegotiCON.com., just under the tickets section 🎟️ Topic of NegotiCON 2024 will be “Negotiation with #authentic information (AI?), #perception and #relationships – How to manage #conflicts creatively to build strong #leadership.” Would your organisation like to be our partner too? Please contact Hana Snablova for details on our partnership options. #conference #conflictmanagement #deescalation #bodylanguage #creativethinking #intelligence #liedetection #partnership

Let’s discover together how important to clean your grinders!☕️

Some years ago, I was just another guest at a birthday party in a venue called Oche, a competitive socialising hotspot in Oslo. We ate, we drank, we laughed, and we engaged in a friendly, but of course a competitive game of modern darts. At that time I was operating high-end hotels in the Nordics, and little did I know that this venue was part of a rapidly emerging global trend. And even less did I foresee that I would, a few short years later, be leading an important player in this space, The Social Gaming Group. Competitive socialising - the fusion of high-quality food, expertly crafted cocktails, and engaging activities like digital darts and shuffleboard - is reshaping the hospitality industry. It's more than entertainment; it's about building connections, fostering camaraderie, and creating unforgettable experiences in an increasingly digital world. Since that night at Oche, our chain has grown from one venue in Norway to a global presence spanning eight venues across three continents. And we're just getting started. We are on the brink of announcing partnerships with more franchisees worldwide, bringing our unique blend of competition, fun, and global cuisine to even more communities. We look forward to sharing more updates as we continue on this exciting path. I didn't win that night, but I walked away with something far more valuable - a glimpse into the future of hospitality. #CompetitiveSocializing #Hospitality #Innovation #ExperienceEconomy #Franchisee #Oche #TheSocialGamingGroup

Delivering F&B at major international events is a project like no other, requiring us to draw on the experience and skills of a diverse range of individuals. Just as the wider landscape of F&B and dining evolves, we’re also witnessing a huge change in the standards and experiences that are expected at events like World EXPOs and COP Summits, from stricter sustainability standards to the desire for more diversity and variety. In many ways these events are an extreme convergence of international trends, ideas, concepts and ideas around F&B, providing us a unique insight into the way people interact with F&B. Building a 360 degrees strategy from advisory and design to operations and marketing, approaching F&B such as a large scale is no doubt one of the most challenging yet rewarding tasks our team has had the opportunity to take on—and as we delve deeper into this world, we’re excited to push the boundaries of what’s possible! #TGPInternational #FandBIndustry #InternationalEvents #Expo #COP #MarketingStrategy #ConceptDevelopment #Sustainability

Oktoberfest 2023 has come to a close, and Munich can proudly look back on a successful outcome. The #Wiesn, as the world's largest folk festival, once again attracted numerous visitors from all over the world, celebrating not only Bavarian culture but also showcasing Munich as a thriving economic hub. 🎉 With an impressive number of visitors, not only the Oktoberfest tradition was honored, but also Munich's economic prowess emphasized. Local gastronomy, retail, and hotels experienced a significant surge in demand during the Wiesn, leading to a remarkable economic upturn in the city. This underscores once again that Munich is not just a cultural but also an economic center of international importance. The Munich economy greatly benefits from the Wiesn. Not only do the direct earnings of showmen and restaurateurs increase, but there are also indirect gains for many other sectors, such as tourism, transportation, and services. The Wiesn is a true engine for the local economy, and Munich proves to be an attractive location for investments and business activities. 🥨 Swipe left to discover the records set this year. #successinbavaria #wiesn23 #recordyear

Dive into our series as we shine a light on the influence of hotel brands on developers through their choice of promoted product types. Don't miss this exploration into the dynamic relationship between branding strategies and developer decisions! Join HOTCO 2024: https://buff.ly/47tCXmT 29-30 January Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere #Hospitality #HospitalityInvestment #HospitalityConference #HotelInvestment #HospitalityEvents #HospitalityInvestmentConference #EuropeanHospitality #HospitalityAssetManagement #Vienna

Excited to share our latest insights on foot traffic patterns during the Taylor Swift Eras Tour in Europe, using Echo Analytics data! Our analysis reveals some surprising trends in Paris, Madrid, Stockholm and Lisbon! Find the link to the article in the comments section below. #DataAnalytics #ErasTour #TaylorSwift

If #competition sparks #excellence, then Spain is the ultimate spot for mastering the hospitality game. With a staggering 277,539 bars and restaurants – that's like having one for every 175 people – they proudly hold the title of the world's hospitality hotspot. 🌍🍽️ In the realm of retail, where products and services meet their final customer, Spain takes the crown. Despite not always being classified under the official retail industry definition, bars, restaurants, and hotels play a pivotal role, contributing significantly to Spain's economy and employment. In fact, retail, in its broadest sense, is the largest private employer, engaging over half of the Spanish population. The sheer density of their 277,539 hospitality businesses is unmatched globally, creating a vibrant social fabric that defines them as possibly the most social nation on Earth. Words, loud voices, background music, and bustling places are ingrained in their DNA. They are a people who thrive on interactions, a fact that sets them apart. Spain is a country of services, hospitality, and commerce – in essence, a retail haven. And with pride, they can claim that in their domain, they are the best in the world. While the U.S. introduced Burger King to the world, Spain brings forth the Museo del Jamon, tapas, and the authentic Valencian paella (no chorizo pls). The UK boasts 46,800 pubs, versus the 277,000 bars and Restaurants in Spain – AND they generously serve tapas with every drink. Despite the uninformed notion that "Spain is a country of sun and waiters," millions of tourists choose them for some of the best days of their lives, drawn to their cities,cathedrals, museums, stadiums, bars, restaurants, sun, and their unique charm. Spain – where hospitality isn't just an industry; it's an art form. 🌟🇪🇸 #SpainHospitality #WorldClassHospitality #RetailExcellence (Kudos for the 1st one to share the name of the location below 😉 - One of my favorite spots)

🌈 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬: 𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬, 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚, 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐨𝐲𝐬 🗝️ What an exhilarating experience at the Packaging Innovation Programme! 🎉 Delving into packaging challenges across cosmetics, pharma, food, and toys and so much more was both enlightening and inspiring. 💼 Each industry offers its own unique puzzle pieces, from oxygen barriers to safety tests, yet beneath the surface lies a shared commitment to innovation. We played with Lego of the LEGO Group, delved into how to best test and design packaging for elderly people DAVIES DEVELOPMENT & TESTING LIMITED, understood what it means to test in pharma environment, learned that social activities like AHAVA Dead Sea Laboratories did, does not only create good spirit and a lot of smiles, but also great opportunities and learned that packaging strategie is not only about #PPWR or materials but its much more, further digitalisation creates great opportunities and will help to cope with the challenges to come Square, Esko 🚀 Together, we navigate uncharted territories and pioneer new pathways through collaboration and knowledge sharing. 🌟 Kudos to Platinum Global Solutions and the organizing team Sarah W John for fostering such a dynamic exchange! 🙌 Awesome speakers! A special thanks to Sabrina Stiegler, Bogdan Ionasca, Heidi Kokki, Danny Levyim, Marius Tent, Patricia Kiefer, Dieter De Doncker for sharing your knowledge and insights! 🙏 #packaginginnovation #sustainability #Cosmeticspackaging #cosmetics #personalcare